Business Insights

New report blames incompetence on start-up failures

Poor management and incompetence are to blame for the high number of start-up failures in the UK, according to a new report.

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Why small businesses need to face up to late payments

For a business of any size, failing to be paid for work or services can provide a number of financial difficulties.

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Why should business plan for Black Friday now?

Britain’s businesses are being advised to up their preparation for this year’s Black Friday after research revealed they are unlikely to be ready in time.

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Why SMEs require a digital focus

Digital skills are needed in the vast majority of modern workplaces but new figures suggest many businesses are not up to speed.

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SMEs buoyed by news interest rates will remain low

Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the UK are likely to be celebrating after announcements that interest rates would remain at their record low of 0.5%.

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