Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often sadly overlooked when it comes to getting finance. According to government figures, UK SMEs account for nearly two-thirds of employment, and this pattern is similar in other markets around the world.

Starting a business is a challenging undertaking but even more so in today’s economic climate. However, with adversity comes innovation. For founders and entrepreneurs, engaging with technology that is disrupting the rigidity of the finance sector can be the path to success.