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Workforce

Articles, news and guides on workforce topics for SME owners, covering issues such as planning, management and effects of the latest relevant legislation.

News

One in four people performing poorly at work due to money worries

With rising inflation likely to lead to pay squeezes, firms need to do more to help their employees cope with financial concerns.

News

Trade workers face plunging temperatures this winter

Office workers continue to groan about working in cold offices, despite trade workers regularly working in plummeting temperatures this winter.

Productivity Zone

Productivity problem affecting more than just the UK

A recent study showing that productivity is set to fall in the USA for the first time in three decades confirms that productivity decline is affecting the whole of the developed world, and not just the UK and Europe.

Blog

Be clear on new agency worker rules

So the new Agency Workers Regulations are now in force, but what do they mean for small businesses?

Blog

Not a temporary concern

Two different reports show that small businesses are woefully under-informed about new agency worker rules set to come into force on October 1.

News

Businesses woefully underprepared for ageing workforce

Businesses will struggle to adapt to an ageing workforce, suggests research.

News

Worker confidence ‘takes 30,000 hours’

Workers do not feel totally confident about their work skills until they reach 37 years old, research claims.

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world