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Selling a Business in an Ever-Changing Market Business Insights

Steve Barry is a principal Client Director at EvolutionCBS, he has nearly thirty years’ success as a transformational business leader improving turnaround, post-acquisition integration and structured growth.

The Rental Market In 2021 And How Covid Is Accelerating The Modernisation Of The Sector Business Insights

It has been well documented that COVID and the ongoing lockdowns are set to change our lives in the short term, but the pandemic may have changed how and where we live in the long term too.

Busting The Over-Budget And Over-Time Paradigm Business Insights

When it comes to bidding for new clients, design and construction specialist Dan Grimshaw, explains why he walks away if the process involves competitive tender when it’s based on cost alone.

What Is a Guest Post? A Short and Simple Guide in 2021 Business Insights

If you want your website to rank high in search engines, then one of the things you need to do is to increase the number of external links that lead to it.

Three strategies for building up your property portfolio Business Insights

Right now you may be wondering if you should enter the property market more seriously and build up a portfolio.

Transform Your Storytelling in 2021 with these Top Tips on Content Creation Business Insights

It’s the beginning of 2021. We’re back at work, albeit, for many remotely – and brainstorming, planning and calendars adorn our tables and walls.

Virtual Interviewing: How to Prepare for the New Norm in 2021 Business Insights

With Boris Johnson announcing another lockdown on Sunday night, sadly, the future of the labour market in the UK is looking rather bleak

Seven Ways To Stay Motivated At Work During These Challenging Times Business Insights

With most of the country on strict lockdown and no prospect of returning to the office any time soon, 2021 is playing out like much of last year so far, and people all over the country are understandably frustrated and tired.

New year’s resolutions – these top 5 interactive skills will ensure we’ll become better communicators in 2021 Business Insights

Tony Hughes, CEO of global negotiation, sales and communication specialists, Huthwaite International, highlights the top five key communication lessons from 2021 that we should take on board as we enter the New Year.

Practical Use Cases For IoT In Industry Business Insights

The possibilities for implementing Internet of Things (IoT) are only limited by our imagination.

Ever Greener Fleets? Business Insights

Air pollution is an environmental health crisis that kills up to seven million people every year worldwide.

UK logistics sector faces major threats Business Insights

The logistics industry, currently one of the greatest winners in the 2020 pandemic world, is under enormous threat going into 2021 as one of the UK’s prime business sectors is targeted by sophisticated cyber-destructors and intellectual property thieves.

Where to find business advice Business Insights

Entrepreneurs and small businesses had a difficult year, to say the least. Whether your operations are direct to consumer or you provide goods or services to other businesses, times have been tough and few have been unscathed.

Finding the Right Buyer for Your Business Business Insights

Kay Binns has nine years' experience in the M&A industry, following more than twenty years' experience working at executive level in mid-market technology, manufacturing and engineering companies.

Benefits Of Outsourcing IT Support Business Insights

There are many benefits to outsourcing your IT support. You can get expert assistance, save time, and negate the costs of hiring a full-time employee for the job. Here are some of the many benefits of outsourcing your IT support.

Can my employer make me get a Covid-19 vaccine? Business Insights

This week has brought exciting advancements in the treatment of Covid-19 as the first Briton received the Pfizer vaccination.

The business case for making acquisitions during Covid Business Insights

Reece Tomlinson - CEO of RWT Growth - discusses five reasons why companies should be considering acquisitions as a growth strategy

Top 5 Legal Hot Spots When Selling Online - How to Be Compliant Business Insights

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has changed the way we live, especially for those businesses who no longer have the ability to sell in person and need to look at online sales.

Making the Lessons from COVID-19 a Catalyst for Lasting Change in UK Manufacturing Business Inisghts

Often, it’s in times of adversity that we see the greatest shows of strength. Despite the difficult and uncertain environment that’s emerged from this year’s events,

British Businesses Redraw Global Trade Footprint Business insights

18% of exporters diverting trade away from the EU*

New report on state of British High Street and C19 as a catalyst for retail change Business Insights

DownYouHighStreet.com has publishing a new report looking at the evolution of the British High street and how Covid-19 has been a catalyst for change within the retail environment.

5 Reasons why Technology is raising the Recruitment Stakes Business Insights

In a changing world, successful businesses have realised recruitment has changed. The use of technology has shortened the recruitment process. It’s getting easier to attract the right people.

The Challenge of ‘Switching Off’ Work During the Festive Season Business Insights

With a significant amount of the UK workforce expected to work from home beyond lockdown, the line between the ability to “switch off” between home and office can start to blur.

Planning your business exit and the impact of Covid-19 Business Insights

If you are contemplating a business exit within the next few years, then with tax rises on the horizon,

The Benefits of a Clean Work Environment Business Insights

A clean working environment is one of the most important factors in any office or workplace. Not only does it affect the efficiency of employees, but it affects the overall mindset of employees.

What is ransomware? Business Insights

Ransomware is a type of malicious software – malware - designed to block access to a computer or device until a sum of money – ransom - is paid. This is usually achieved in one of two ways.

Marketing boost: Save time, money and resources by repurposing your content Business Insights

Businesses in the UK face major challenges as the nation sets out on the road to economic recovery from the impact of the pandemic. But help is closer to home than you may think.

“One In Five Sales Successes Isn’t Good Enough” by Mike Whittle Business Insights

Mike is a seasoned director with over twenty years’ experience across multiple industries, successfully shaping and deploying strategy and delivering business value.

Be Safe and Care –10 proven ways to lead your virtual team successfully through lockdown Business Insights

Over a thousand leaders were surveyed by Lynn Scott, leadership and team coach and founder of the Effortless Leader Revolution,

Angel investing in a potential negative interest rate environment Business Insights

Interest rates have been at 0.1% for a while, and now Bank of England policymakers have reported that the UK may enter an environment with negative interest rates.

Why supporting your team's mental health needs to be a priority Business Insights

Amid constantly changing restrictions, vaccine news and imminent Brexit, this year has dealt a lot of uncertainty.

Using Vehicle Tracking to Streamline Your Business Operations Business Insights

The cost savings that a business can achieve is one of the biggest benefits that results from implementing a good vehicle tracking system.

Working from Home may become the ‘new normal’ - so it’s essential not to overlook GDPR and cybersecurity risks Business Insights

It’s now clear that homeworking is going to be a permanent feature in some form in the ‘new normal’ for many businesses as we emerge from the impact of Covid-19 this year.

How to leverage the power of AI and data to drive sustainability Business Insights

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data will be catalysts in the global effort to transition to a more sustainable world.

Fraud is not going anywhere after Covid-19; vulnerable firms must act now to protect themselves Business Insights

Rise in Covid-19 loan fraud serves as a reminder of the controls needed to reduce risk and liability, says Know-it

Knight Frank report shows underlying strength of Birmingham office market Business Insights

The latest Knight Frank Birmingham Office Insight report for the third quarter of 2020 shows the city’s office market achieved noticeable successes with strong underlying prospects,

The Benefits Of Having Air Conditioning In The Office Business Insights

The UK doesn’t exactly have the most consistent weather around. However, one thing you can usually be sure of is that it will be warm in the summer and cold in the winter.

Security Testing Business Insights

With huge numbers of people conducting their business and significant parts of their personal life online,

Getting Redundancy Right – Key Steps for Employers Business Insights

Unfortunately, as the furlough scheme tapers, more and more businesses are announcing redundancies.

Why now is the ideal time to move your business to the cloud! Business Insights

Cloud phone systems perfectly pair traditional features with futureproof technology, cementing the cloud as a vital communications solution for businesses as they enter 2021.

Is it still acceptable to give out promotional gifts to business customers? Business Insights

Well, as traditional marketeers, our initial response is “Yes,” however, we do understand that there is a number of factors to consider.

5 Costs of Trading in Overseas Markets Business Insights

Trading in overseas markets is critical for small and large businesses who want to expand and are ready to benefit from trading overseas.

CBD Oil Business Insights

CBD Oil, sometimes called cannabis oil is gaining a lot of attention as its many benefits become better understood.

The cautionary tale of Tim Babcock and his business Business Insights

The names have been changed to protect the business and reputations of all those concerned, however the events are correct.

Five Business Benefits of Ongoing Health and Safety Training Business Insights

Whatever industry or sector, there are workplace dangers that can threaten employees’ health and safety.

Ways To Level Up Your Business Next Year Business Insights

Every business faces challenges at some time, but this year has obviously shown many more than we had hoped.

Pen Testing and security checks Business Insights

The problem with IT systems is that they break. Sometimes they break because someone does something accidental.

Hygiene and solutions for tackling Covid-19 in the workplace Busienss Insights

How can we limit the spread of Covid-19?

Redundancy - Make UK’s Dos And Don’ts On Handling With Care Businenss Insights

With a recent YouGov poll revealing more than a third of UK employers plan to make staff redundant over the next three months due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,

The Future of Corporate and Commercial Rental Contracts Business Insights

From remote working to socially distanced production lines and masked hospitality staff, our physical working environments have undergone exceptional changes.

Returning to work in uncertain times Business Insights

ALLOWLIST The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has placed us into uncertain times

5 Signs it’s Time for Your Company to Outsource its IT Functions Business Insights

Your company cannot remain competitive in this day and age without the right expertise. The issue is that the set of expertise to run a major organisation

How to move your retail business online Business Insights

The high street has been facing an uncertain future for several years, but over the past eight months it has undoubtedly endured its greatest threat to date.

Covid Protection Tips for People Working in Essential Services Business Insights

If you’re working in a restaurant, care facility, or any essential service, you might be worried about your safety,

Remote Working Business Insights

The world of work has certainly changed in recent months – and it’s showing no signs of getting back to normal anytime soon.

As the UK workforce are once again being told to work from home.. Business Insights

..if possible, a recent survey has revealed that over half of the nation’s employees claim that their mental health is better when working remotely.

The democratisation of trading and investing Business Insights

There’s a prevalent view that ‘everyday’ people aren’t equipped to trade and invest themselves and should rely on ‘robo-advisors’

Coronavirus challenges v GDPR obligations Business Insights

Your executive search or recruitment business probably had to adopt hastily to coronavirus. Perhaps changing where employees are located,

The Midlands is confident in its resilience, but what can manufacturers do to position for growth? Business Insights

Jon Gilpin, partner and head of manufacturing in the Midlands at BDO LLP, comments:

Tips for engaging others during your online business communication Business Insights

By Simon Day, Toastmasters International