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Here are five practical ways UK SMEs can adapt their financial strategies in response to global tariff uncertainty:

A new report from global HR, payroll and employment platform Employment Hero is calling for an urgent rethink of how the UK defines and measures productivity, as new data reveals a striking disconnect between how productivity is understood by SMEs and their em

Theft is a universal risk for any business. In the UK, 8% of businesses experience a burglary or attempted burglary each year.

Personalised marketing requires huge amounts of customer data. Edge computing helps you process that data and deliver tailored experiences in real time.

Cyber threats are no longer just a concern for large corporates. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly finding themselves in the firing line, with phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks becoming more frequent and damaging.

Financial reporting automation can unlock resources and give your business in-depth visibility over operations. Learn how to scale through automation here.

Create a small business code of conduct that actually works. Learn how to set clear expectations and keep your team on the same page, without the jargon.

The rise of remote work has sparked debate over employee productivity. This has led to discussions about the ethical implications of tracking remote employees.

In an era defined by economic uncertainty and rising operational costs, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to drive efficiency and innovation.

A new report from global HR, payroll and employment platform Employment Hero reveals AI implementation is now the top challenge for small business leaders, with four in five putting it ahead of economic pressures and talent shortages.

London's small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are struggling to keep pace with the rest of the UK's employment recovery, with the capital recording the weakest job growth in May, a new report from HR, payroll and employment platform Employment Hero shows.

Grant funding is one of the most powerful, yet underutilised, tools for business growth. It provides non-dilutive capital – allowing businesses to innovate, scale, and drive economic impact.

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Local Heroes, a champion of independent businesses, has partnered with PR agency Make More Noise to help drive their shared mission of supporting disruptive challenger brands.

Small businesses across the UK are now under increasing financial strain, not only due to President Trump’s newly imposed 10% tariff on British exports to the US, but also as a result of rising domestic costs.

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

Here are five practical ways UK SMEs can adapt their financial strategies in response to global tariff uncertainty:

Theft is a universal risk for any business. In the UK, 8% of businesses experience a burglary or attempted burglary each year.

Cyber threats are no longer just a concern for large corporates. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly finding themselves in the firing line, with phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks becoming more frequent and damaging.

Grant funding is one of the most powerful, yet underutilised, tools for business growth. It provides non-dilutive capital – allowing businesses to innovate, scale, and drive economic impact.

Financial reporting automation can unlock resources and give your business in-depth visibility over operations. Learn how to scale through automation here.

Small businesses across the UK are now under increasing financial strain, not only due to President Trump’s newly imposed 10% tariff on British exports to the US, but also as a result of rising domestic costs.

The UK’s 5.5 million small businesses are the backbone of the British economy but many struggle to access the finance they need to grow.

Discover how AI is transforming financial planning for businesses. Our guide explains its benefits, challenges, and applications.

Theft is a universal risk for any business. In the UK, 8% of businesses experience a burglary or attempted burglary each year.

Create a small business code of conduct that actually works. Learn how to set clear expectations and keep your team on the same page, without the jargon.

As Trump’s sweeping tariffs continue to dominate global headlines, triggering both diplomatic tensions and volatility within key markets, it’s impossible to assuage fears of economic disruption.

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

Learn how to implement a watertight generative AI cybersecurity policy to protect sensitive data, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks.

Supply chain automation isn't just for big businesses. This article explores why automation can revolutionise the supply chain of even the smallest business.

For business owners, lawyers, or any person in a legal dispute, it is almost an undisputed fact that arbitration is perhaps the topmost option for dispute resolution, as it has several advantages over traditional litigation. One needs to be well-versed with th

Unlike those who work in an office setting where the risks to safety are minimal, working in construction sites and environments with moving vehicles and debris often contain many hazards with the potential to cause injury. Therefore in these workplaces, appro

A new report from global HR, payroll and employment platform Employment Hero is calling for an urgent rethink of how the UK defines and measures productivity, as new data reveals a striking disconnect between how productivity is understood by SMEs and their em

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

Multinational British communications company, WPP, has recently joined the trending mandate, requiring its global workforce to return to the office four days a week.

For small businesses, success is a combination of many things. It could be the product's quality or an idea's ingenuity, but one element cannot be overlooked: the support of the local community.

Employment continued to retract in February following the Government’s decision to hike job taxes, a new report from Employment Hero shows.

Gen Z (born 1997-2012) now makes up approximately 40% of the global consumer market – one it has reshaped to such an extent that experts predict independents could soon revive our otherwise abandoned highstreets.

Entrepreneurs often get well-deserved recognition and attention. But what of those with many of the same skills as entrepreneurs but who work within an organisation, the somewhat overlooked intrapreneur?

In an era defined by economic uncertainty and rising operational costs, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to drive efficiency and innovation.

A new report from global HR, payroll and employment platform Employment Hero reveals AI implementation is now the top challenge for small business leaders, with four in five putting it ahead of economic pressures and talent shortages.

Personalised marketing requires huge amounts of customer data. Edge computing helps you process that data and deliver tailored experiences in real time.

Cyber threats are no longer just a concern for large corporates. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly finding themselves in the firing line, with phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks becoming more frequent and damaging.

Financial reporting automation can unlock resources and give your business in-depth visibility over operations. Learn how to scale through automation here.

The rise of remote work has sparked debate over employee productivity. This has led to discussions about the ethical implications of tracking remote employees.

According to Exploding Topics, 34% of startup failures are due to poor product-market fit, while Mailmodo reports that 20–40% of churn comes from expired credit cards or failed payments.

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.