Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of the UK economy, in fact they account for 99% of all private sector businesses, contributing significantly to innovation, employment, and economic growth. In this article, Neil Cassule, COO at FundOnion discusses how SMEs can ensure they are in pole position to gain finance in 2024. 

As the owner of a small startup, a significant amount of your time will be spent negotiating, approving and signing contracts.

The traditional role of the lawyer has undergone significant change in recent years, driven in no small part by the shifting economic climate and ongoing technological advancements.

Data released this month by the MRI Software has claimed that hybrid working is “here to stay.” The research shows that more than 50% of employees worked from home for at least part of the week last year with an average of 60% of people regularly working at home for at least part of the week since February 2023.

Data from Indeed, a global hiring and matching platform, indicates that job postings in the UK have dipped below pre-pandemic levels.

SME concerns about a potential recession have decreased by a third (32%) since the fourth quarter of 2022, though apprehensions about inflation persist, as highlighted in iwoca's Q4 2023 SME Expert Index.

This year's edition of theWorkspace Design Show(27-28 February 2024, Business Design Centre,London),presents an impressive array of features. These bring together some of the industry’sleading designers, architects and built environment partners and range from an immersive foreststage to an interactive lighting installation. Altogether,2024’s features represent an incrediblespectacle for attendees of the Show, which has become a must-visit event for office interiorsprofessionals since its inception in 2021.

Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business and Columbia Engineering have announced a new programme on AI, the future of tech, and data science, designed for the next generation of unicorn companies who seek to use digital innovation to grow their businesses, make better decisions and create value for society.

Fyle, an expense management platform that seamlessly integrates with existing credit cards, unveiled a new collaboration with American Express.

In the race to achieve net zero by 2050, the role of businesses is crucial given their significant environmental footprint. Nonetheless, the journey towards sustainability is fraught with hurdles such as upfront costs, intricate supply chains, and resistance to change.

Ready to slash your startup costs and boost your business game in 2024? Here are some tried-and-proven cost-saving tips that apply to entrepreneurs across the globe.

Aptera Motors has successfully wrapped up its Accelerator Program as of January 31st, achieving a remarkable milestone by raising over $33 million to kickstart production of its innovative solar electric vehicle.

Leaders are navigating an increased call for operational transparency, improving their employees’ wellbeing or reaching B Corp status with sustainable practices.

The UK industry body for direct-to-consumer (D2C) retail, The Direct Selling Association, has launched a campaign calling for urgent and more widespread adoption of industry Codes of Conduct in the UK.

As part of a rapid push towards its forthcoming Beta launch, continuous authentication innovator, Zally has announced tech sector veteran, David Webb as Chairman. 

A successful business recognises the need for a dynamic marketing budget, one that’s agile enough to respond to market trends and support the ever-changing needs of the business. However, some projects are worth investing in now to help to move the business on.

SEON, an online fraud prevention company, announces its latest milestone: joining the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Accelerate Program.

Forest has unveiled the UK's most cost-effective dockless and shared Cycle to Work scheme, allowing users to cycle for 60 minutes daily at an approximate cost of £1 per day.

During ISE 2024, Startups Magazine’s Deputy Editor Anna Wood interviewed Matt Bryan, Channel Sales and Strategy Manager at MRMC, a UK-based company specialising in camera robotics and automation solutions.

Clue Software, a startup in the field of investigation and intelligence management software, has announced a £4 million investment round led by Frog Capital, complemented by £1 million from angel investors and employees, with ScaleUp Group acting as the investment advisor.