Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
News
Plastic cutlery, plates and polystyrene will be banned in England from 1 October 2023. We take a closer look at the rules.
Running a Business
Extended Producer Responsibility puts the responsibility for recycling packaging materials back onto the manufacturer or importer. It will come into effect this year and cost UK businesses an additional £1.4bn in compliance fees
Partner content
Packaging is more than just a pretty face. It’s a brand-builder that sends would be customers clear signals about the things your business stands for. Ambitious brands must get it right or risk being outpaced by the competition
Legal advice
From April 2022, businesses will be liable to pay Plastic Packaging Tax. We explore what it is and whether it will affect you
Marketing
What matters most about packaging? According to new research, colour and imagery are the most appealing to consumers.
Marketing
Printed packaging is an effective way to communicate the appearance, quality and other qualities of a product. Sometimes, print design also helps establish the personality of the product and the brand.
Export & Import
It pays to take a little time and plan what type of packaging will be best suited for your product. Here are a few things to consider.
Business management
Here, we discuss the benefits of moving to sustainable packaging, and outline some practical ways for you to embrace the green revolution.
Advice
Here's how good presentation of your product can be a marketing tool as of itself.
Export & Import
James Hardy of Alibaba.com reveals what you need to know before packaging your product in preparation for shipping.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.