Keeping an eye on competitors

Keeping an eye on competitors

Keeping an eye on competitors offers crucial advantages, especially in a dynamic market. Here’s why it pays off: Improving Market Positioning By observing competitor pricing, branding, and marketing strategies, you can position yourself better in the market....
R&D receives a welcome boost in the Budget

R&D receives a welcome boost in the Budget

As part of the October Budget the Chancellor announced the highest ever level of government investment of £20.4 billion in research and development for next year, reinforcing the government’s commitment to back the UK’s R&D ecosystem to...
Managing business cashflow

Managing business cashflow

Cash Flow Forecasting Creating a cash flow forecast helps you predict your inflows and outflows, allowing you to anticipate any cash shortages. Update it regularly, be conservative in estimates, and account for any seasonal trends. A well-maintained forecast can help...
Government crack-down on late payers

Government crack-down on late payers

The government has unveiled new measures to support small businesses and the self-employed by tackling the scourge of late payments, which according to the Smart Data Foundry is costing SMEs £22,000 a year on average and according to FSB research, leads to...
Business cashflow

Business cashflow

The government offers the following information regarding business cashflow. If you do not have enough money coming in to pay for goods, services and taxes your company has, you are at risk of insolvency. Why is cashflow important? ‘Cashflow’ is the term...
Trade Mark protection

Trade Mark protection

To apply for trademark protection in the UK, you will need to follow these steps: Check if Your Trademark is Eligible Ensure your trademark is unique and not too similar to existing trademarks. A trademark can include a word, logo, slogan, or a combination of these,...