Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Articles, case studies and analysis on the UK start-up ecosystem, the newly established businesses with innovative ideas, products, or services, often founded by entrepreneurs aiming to fill a gap in the market.
Advice
Here's some advice on dealing with growth as an early-stage business, with tips from delegation to money management.
News
Start-ups need to be more aware of cash flow management and 'burning through resources too quickly', advises the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
News
The number of new business start-ups has grown by 28 per cent across the UK over the past year, research finds.
News
The government's Start Up Loan scheme has reached £130 million in funds lent to new companies.
News
Some 59 programmes supported more than 1,100 start-ups in 2014 alone, research finds.
Advice
In part one of a series, Peter Rouse discusses the concept of shared ownership in new businesses.
News
The number of businesses started in 2011 is up by 18 per cent on last year, research finds.
News
A new initiative to help start-ups find affordable premises has been set-up by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson and the British Property Federation.
News
Small businesses say friends and family provide more support when starting out than banks and government agencies.
Business Ideas & Planning
Microsoft, Hewlett Packard and General Electric were all founded during slumps - proving the tenacity of great business ideas.
Advice
If you manage costs correctly, a tight budget shouldn't necessarily hold back your desire to start your own business.
News
Gateshead Council has unveiled a £1 million drive to support start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Partner content
Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade
Partner content
As with any supplier, it’s important to do your research and ask important questions before you select a broadband provider for your business. But what are the must-have things you should take into consideration?
Partner content
Analogue phone systems are increasingly being replaced by smarter broadband based networks – here’s why you should consider switching
Partner content
David Malan, sales director of DocuWare for the UK and Ireland, explains how the platform can streamline your document management