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It may have been 5 years since the pandemic wreaked havoc, but we are still feeling its ripple effects and will do so for the foreseeable. As a businesswoman, I know how resilient founders can be when facing economic adversity, but the challenges remain, and knowing how to weather the storm and thrive in unpredictability is not a given.

The trickle down of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) requirements to small and medium-sized entities (SMEs) can represent as much of an opportunity as a burden if properly managed under a robust and scalable internal framework.

Exactly Payment Specialist, Saran Talasila, shares insights on how startups and SMEs can drive value through an efficient payment processing strategy and provides best practices for selecting the right payment solution provider.

A new analysis by iwoca reveals that among major economies, SMEs believe that the UK offers the least support for businesses and performs the worst at creating wealth.

As the world continues to turn up the dial on digital transformation, businesses need faster, more agile, and secure solutions to support evolving operations. Traditional legacy infrastructures are increasingly inadequate, as organisations integrate new technologies and roaming identities into existing networks, creating complex, layered architectures that expose them to new security risks. Combined with the rising costs of maintaining traditional networking, these systems are becoming increasingly unsustainable.

The Self Assessment tax return deadline is looming, and millions of people are yet to file their return and risk fines. Here, Jodie Wilkinson, Head of Strategic Partnerships, takepayments – the small business digital payments specialists – proves six top submission tips.

The latest ONS figures offer little comfort for UK businesses. Unless December’s data delivers significant – and surprising – expansion, the economy will have contracted in the final quarter of last year.

In a recent webinar, Jon Burt, Head of Enterprise Architecture at Manchester City Council, and Rick Goud, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Zivver, discussed what is meant by ‘right-sizing’, how it impacts the risks of data loss, and how to build a security-conscious culture across the entire organisation

Women founders consistently deliver higher returns on investment compared to male founders. This has been proven repeatedly through data-driven research. A 2019 BCG report revealed that for every dollar of funding, female-founded startups generated 78 cents, while male-founded startups produced only 31 cents. So basically, women generate 2.5X on a dollar.

The electronics industry, a cornerstone of modern life, is essential for the functioning of economies and the daily lives of billions. From smartphones, computers, ticketing machines, or wearable devices, the demand for electronic devices continues to surge, driven by technological advancements and consumer expectations. However, behind the sleek designs and cutting-edge functionalities of these devices lie increasingly complex supply chains, sometimes marred by environmental degradation and unethical labour practices.

It’s easy to get lost in the excitement of finally launching your dream business. However, policies must be laid out formally to ensure its success and protect its future.

Since October 2020, Soumya Dinesh has been Managing Director and Co-Founder of Atula Technologies – a Buckinghamshire based business specialising in bespoke software solutions for SMEs.

This article is a high-level overview of the key considerations when launching a brand and product in the US and Canadian markets.

Today’s workforce is increasingly global, and many startup leaders are interested in hiring more international workers. That approach expands the talent pool, giving companies access to significantly more candidates, including those with specialised skills, diverse backgrounds, and desirable experience. 

Outsourcing software development can be a smart way to get around problems and increase your chances of success if you’re building a tech company.

Scaling a startup is an exciting and often overwhelming journey. As a founder, you’re tasked with transforming an idea into a thriving business, navigating through the inevitable challenges of rapid growth.

The Employment Rights Bill, set to roll out this year, will have a significant impact on the UK’s economic landscape. Businesses need to be prepared for these changes – particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups.

Two years after the launch of ChatGPT, more and more small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are concluding that they need to leverage generative AI (GenAI) to stay competitive.

Imagine a market that adds as many new digital consumers each year as the entire UK population – creating unparalleled business opportunities for tech companies.

For startups navigating the trials and tribulations of fundraising, understanding what makes a good deal can make or break their trajectory. To explore this topic, I spoke with Kimberley Waldron, Founder of Started PR, and Susanne Chishti, Chair and Founder of FINTECH Circle.