Almost every startup I’ve worked in has had a portfolio Finance Director. It’s a concept which has been around for a long time, and it makes perfect sense.

New research suggests a rise in small business confidence following the formation of the new Government. A study by Novuna Business Finance, surveying 1,000 small business owners and senior managers, found that 68% of companies are now considering new projects to drive growth, up from 66% earlier this year.

In the last few years, we have witnessed some of the most seismic changes to the IT security landscape; from global pandemics and geo-political issues to a global energy crisis, to growing cybersecurity threats, to multiple country elections and subdued economic conditions.

The fast-paced advancements in fintech are reshaping industries by making financial services more accessible, intuitive, and customised to meet consumer demands. This surge in innovation is reaching beyond the realm of traditional finance, offering eCommerce platforms the chance to integrate fintech solutions that not only elevate customer experience but also boost revenue, streamline operations, and unlock substantial cost savings.

Six years have passed since the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), yet the landscape of global data privacy regulations continues to evolve with considerable divergence between the EU and countries like the US and the UK.

Giving up a high-flying corporate career to become the founder of a wellness startup is not a move you make lightly. I bailed out of a decade-long position as a corporate lawyer to launch gut health brand JERMS in 2023. And I don’t regret a thing.

For AI startups, choosing a GPU provider is one of the most important decisions they will make. The right provider can be the key to explosive growth, while the wrong one can be a massive drain on already limited cash reserves.

Being a university spinout is already a unique way to bring about a new startup, filled with its own set of challenges and rewards – but what about transitioning beyond that phase?

Startups interact with numerous stakeholders online. To be perceived as a reliable business partner from the start, it is crucial for them to choose a secure collaboration platform.

In today’s rapidly changing markets, adapting to evolving buyer behaviours and sales enablement challenges is crucial. Damjan Haylor, CEO of POPcomms, with over 25 years of experience, notes that shifting expectations and dynamic market conditions present not just challenges but significant opportunities for growth.

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, there are more fast-paced changes and challenges than ever. Businesses face more competitive markets, and unpredictability is influenced by geopolitical conflicts and economic issues. This is why calculated risk-taking has become more crucial than ever for entrepreneurial success.

The business landscape in 2024 is fraught with challenges, including economic uncertainty, technological shifts, and evolving consumer preferences. SMEs are struggling to keep up with the dynamic market. As a result, many risk falling behind.

The creator economy is a comparatively new phenomenon that has already experienced rapid development. With the growing recognition of content creation as a profession, the creator economy will develop even faster. As of 2024, it is valued at nearly $160 billion and is projected to grow fivefold by 2030.

To commemorate the reunion of British 90s music legends Oasis, we take a look back at the British companies that were founded alongside Oasis in 1991, and the impact they have made on the technology sector.

Any startup can strategise extensively, but it will never grow without increasing sales. There are effective ways to achieve this, but also many pitfalls to avoid along the way. Let’s focus on those pitfalls.

Soumya Dinesh is the managing director of Atula Technologies. The Buckinghamshire-based business provides bespoke software solutions to SMEs. Soumya discusses the advantages of investing in bespoke software with the aim of tenanting it out to other companies.

When a startup grows, the way that data is handled needs to evolve with it. At the beginning, when just starting to build the business, it is easy to set data responsibilities aside, however, the responsibilities will grow as the business develops and someone will need to be in charge of this.

It was a cold and stormy night, in the economic climate, and all those entrepreneurs sat in small houses with big dreams were debating whether or not this was a good time for them to START their business.

The demanding modern job market often sees startups facing big companies. As a new business will have fewer resources and less reputation, how does it stand out? One way is to create a challenger brand that challenges the status quo in the contemporary market. Below is how startups can create a brand and compete with established companies.

Have you ever thought about how something as simple as a conversation could be an opening in your life? I’ve seen it time and time again in my work coaching leaders, and in my own life… how talking with someone can be the catalyst for life cascading down a different, more exciting path than if we’d stayed silent.