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It’s impossible to run a successful startup without help. From IT and accounting to branding and marketing, no founder can do it all – and they shouldn’t try to. It’s much better to focus on the core problem you’re solving, outsourcing as many of the wider support functions as you can for as long as you can.

Not too long ago, on-site physical IT infrastructure and traditional software were the only options available to tech-forward companies. As such, many businesses have relied on these legacy systems for decades.

Matt Bird, Co-Founder of Lemon, grew up in Shropshire and attended school in North Wales where his entrepreneurial spirit emerged during his school days – when he started selling CDs.

Data is all around us and if you’re working in a startup, there will be a wealth of responsibilities you will need to manage when it comes to your organisation’s data. The first step, however, is to start by trying to understand the different types of data that you may come across.

Having a strong cybersecurity posture is at the top of most companies’ lists. But for organisations in media and entertainment (M&E), the threat from nefarious actors can be existential.

Imagine a young student from a small town, bursting with potential but faced with the reality of living in a low-opportunity area. This student, despite his ambition, finds the path to top universities and careers littered with barriers. This was my story, and it’s the driving force behind my company, Zero Gravity.

We don’t get taught at Uni or in our CPD training about how to run a business. So, as an award-winning Registered Dietitian, ex NHS Consultant child nutritionist of 24 years and founder of The Children’s Nutritionist, I am on a mission to help other practitioners to grow their health focused businesses.

Every business grapples with a diverse range of financial challenges and no company is fully protected from cash flow issues, late invoice payments, and unexpected costs.

The Employee Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 is now in full effect. From 6th April 2024, employees across the country have gained the right to request hybrid working from day one of their employment.

The rapid advancements in technology, particularly in IoT, industrial automation, and smart homes, hold great potential for transforming various industries. However, security concerns arise from connecting everything without understanding the security implications. At Hardware Pioneers, John Boggie, Senior Director of Cybersecurity Certification at NXP Semiconductors discussed how legislation can ensure a safe future for the industry.

The war in Europe, the war in the Middle East, an American president on trial for hundreds of criminal and civil offenses, democratic backsliding across the world, record high temperatures and climate change, the widening gap between rich and poor: the world is in crisis, but, as we all well know, we should never let a good crisis go to waste. We can use it as an incredible vehicle for driving inclusive growth and tackling major social challenges.

In 2021, CB Insights conducted 111 post-mortems on ‘startup fails’ globally since 2018. Two key trends emerged beyond all others: firstly, and possibly most predictably, startups fail because they struggle to raise sufficient cash.

When navigating investment as a startup, it is often easy to worry about funding and if an investor is willing to give you money, then there can be a temptation to give away too much or not fully understand the type of contract you are entering.

The decades-long evolution of the smartphone has seen the device become the digital nerve centre of our lives, helping to manage everything from our finances to our health.

Time is the most precious resource when starting and running a company. As Fallow, Field & Mason turns four this quarter, I wanted to share lessons I’ve learnt on how to save new entrepreneurs time.

Startup accelerator programmes have become hugely popular in the tech world in recent years with ambitious inventors and eager entrepreneurs looking to turbocharge their dream of growing a thriving business.

London’s IT industry has long catalysed innovation and technical improvement. In 2024, London’s strong startup ecosystem will continue to grow, pushing a rising number of pioneering firms and impacting the future of many industries. As a result of technical breakthroughs and innovations, the demand for an IT company is increasing.

Expenditure on IP should be viewed as an investment in the long-term future of the business, as a means by which to enhance its commercial value. Robert Lind, Partner at Marks & Clerk, a global intellectual property firm, discusses how having an IP strategy in place can be make or break when it comes to securing investment from third parties.

One of my key missions is to encourage other business owners and founders to take time out from their busy everyday lives, to make time for; connection building, enjoyment, self-care, and a new level of networking, that incorporates rewarding themselves with new experiences, combining work and play.

Mistakes are an inevitable part of the startup journey. No founder is infallible, and even serial entrepreneurs make missteps when they encounter unexpected challenges, changing landscapes, or the pressures of being the key decision-maker.