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As of 24th February 2025 the Procurement Act came into force in the UK: legislation that dictates how public bodies buy goods and services, with the overall aim of streamlining procurement.
Sarah Smith, digital services manager at JS, discusses how businesses can set themselves up for success in the face of economic turbulence through effectively managing their cash flow.
While startups’ pursuit of growth is exciting, the focus on expansion can lead to a range of cybersecurity challenges. Resource limitations may lead startups to overlook basic but crucial security measures. These vulnerabilities are increasingly being exploited by AI-driven threats, which target weaknesses at a never-before-seen scale.
Amid a drop in UK goods exports, international logistics specialist Aramex UK has urged logistics providers to offer greater support to SMEs in expanding their reach to overseas markets.
With a surge in return to office mandates, conversations surrounding hybrid work are becoming increasingly heated. While 87% of employees believe they are just as, if not more, productive working remotely, 80% of managers remain sceptical. This has led to increased oversight and micromanagement practices that, rather than boosting productivity, impact efficiency, innovation, and long-term business growth.
Earn more money while working less time – sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? It seems to go against everything we’ve ever thought, working hard at something and dedicating a lot of time is the way to a high income.
Strong presentation skills are no longer optional; they are critical leadership competencies that can drive profitability, enhance team engagement, and improve long-term operational efficiency.
We are in an era of work defined by two things – constant change and information abundance. That means despite the arrival of new technologies and working policies, simply keeping up with where records and details are stored is one of the most significant challenges to overcome.
When determining how to allocate wealth on divorce, a court must conduct a two-stage process: quantification, i.e. what are the available assets and incomes, and distribution, i.e. how should those resources be apportioned between the parties to achieve a fair outcome.
You’ve built a great product and assembled a solid team, and now you’re chasing investors, customers, and talent. The harsh truth is if no one knows who you are, your startup is just another name in the noise. Want people to know about your startup? Try working on your personal brand.
As founders know, change is the only real constant. But how do you rise above the chaos when even the ground beneath you seems to shift?
Artificial intelligence (AI) remains one of the hottest topics in technology, driving a wave of innovations across all industries.
Embedism was founded by Chay Strawbridge and Nathan Ruttley, both seasoned professionals in the product design industry. They recognised a gap in the market where traditional consultancies and solo operators struggled to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced, innovative startups.
On February 3rd, 2025, Meta confirmed that WhatsApp had been targeted by a “sophisticated spyware hack attack”. While no businesses were targeted on this occasion, WhatsApp is a popular communications tool among SMEs and the attack raises important questions about the platform’s security.
Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant metropolis. It is the most populous city in Vietnam, with a population of around 10 million in 2023. The city is often referred to as the economic powerhouse of Vietnam, and in recent years, the city has quickly emerged as a tech hub, as well as becoming a hotspot for startups and entrepreneurial learning opportunities.
Successful commercialisation of deeptech innovation in the UK hinges on addressing key factors such as industrial demand, viable market applications, and the establishment of robust infrastructure. Among these, bridging the UK’s connectivity and compute gap is critical – not only for industrial advancements but also for the burgeoning Createch sector, where creativity and technology intersect to deliver transformative outcomes.
As an innovation expert, I’ve created a portfolio of ideas over the years, but one has gone to prototype – FlowSense, the world’s first patented period detection device that empowers visually impaired women to independently manage their menstrual hygiene.
For almost two decades, since the SaaS boom, it’s become standard for businesses to rely on patchworks of third-party platforms, apps, and tools. Either to support their own operations, offer new services, or simply keep up with the pace of tech. In the early days, such solutions were the most cost-effective way to scale. They gave quick access to features without the need for in-house development, and the costs that come with it, and could be built around legacy systems that were too expensive to replace.
For startups and mature companies operating internationally, understanding the value added tax (VAT) registration process is essential for maintaining compliance with tax regulations.
The world of work is changing faster than ever. But let’s be honest – hasn’t it always been? The industrial revolution gave us factories. The digital revolution gave us laptops. And now, we’re in the middle of something even bigger: a revolution of independence.
