Business Insights

Should SMEs be more cautious about increasing jobs and wages?

Improved confidence amongst small business has allowed many of them to increase recruitment efforts and offer higher salaries – but is a more cautious approach to such expansion plans needed?

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Administration and receivership: Understanding the main differences

For struggling businesses a number of solutions exist, but understanding them all is essential when deciding the best course of action.

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Are SMEs missing a trick when it comes to online queries?

UK businesses are leaving more than half of online queries unanswered, a new study has revealed, which could be have a detrimental effect on sales.

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How SMEs can generate sales to alleviate concerns

Highly ambitious small businesses have voiced concerns over generating new business under current economic conditions and are fearful it may impact on their finances.

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How small costs can quickly add up for businesses

The cost of business operations will vary from firm to firm, but the small costs of everyday essentials can quickly mount up, and can spring surprises, new research suggests.

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