Read our latest articles featuring the most recent insights in the SME landscape.

Small transport businesses across the UK operate under growing pressure. Compliance rules tighten. Customer expectations rise. Margins stay thin. Managing driver hours, vehicle use, and legal obligations now demands constant attention alongside daily operation

Debt collection software helps businesses recover overdue payments in a structured and consistent way. As invoice volumes grow and customer relationships become more important, manual chasing quickly stops being effective. Modern tools centralize overdue balan

Professor Dr Parin Somani, founder and CEO of the London Organisation of Skills Development, explains why working with charities at Christmas is good for society, employee wellbeing and recruitment, and how meaningful CSR helps businesses attract Gen Z talent

New research from The HR Dept reveals that 40% of women and 18% of men have experienced unwanted sexual behaviour at work in the past year, while 45% of UK business leaders don’t understand upcoming sexual harassment laws and one in three are unprepared to m

Finance teams waste hours reconciling data across CRM, billing, payroll, and accounting systems. Manual data entry between platforms creates errors, delays closes, and produces conflicting metrics. Connecting these systems to Xero creates an automated revenue

Payment cards have become commodities. Everyone offers them, they all work basically the same way, and customers don’t particularly care which bank logo is on the plastic. But what if your business could offer cards with your own branding, integrated int

In the early days, most SMEs in the UK approach online payments in a very pragmatic way: pick one gateway that works with UK cards, plug it into the website, and move on. Then a few customers start asking for PayPal “because it’s easier for them&rd

From Colleague to Leader: Making the Transition Seamless The move from team member to team leader marks one of the most important shifts in a professional’s career. Many new managers find themselves placed into leadership roles with little preparation fo

Rachel Buscall both co-founded and is the MD of New Capital Link, an exclusive alternative investment firm based in London. Before co-creating the firm in 2020, Rachel worked in a number of capacities, getting her start as a pension administrator before going

Chemical testing laboratories across the UK face mounting pressure to meet strict regulatory standards while maintaining efficiency. As compliance requirements grow more complicated, many firms find themselves searching for better ways to verify product qualit

Your bedroom harbours an environmental cost that’s often overlooked. While you spend a third of your life in bed, the journey your furniture takes to reach you carries significant ecological implications. Despite growing interest in sustainable bedding a

November, 2025 SMEs in the UK are largely turning to smarter transportation solutions that transform their travel and logistics. Platforms like Liftango are at the forefront of promoting smarter transportation for SMEs across the UK. This company offers sustai

There are many companies out there that offer dog training, but few which take the kind of bespoke, in-depth approach made famous by Four Paws Training.

Walk around any industrial estate, farm, workshop yard or even a small retail space these days, and you’ll probably spot a shipping container tucked somewhere on site. A decade ago, that might have looked out of place. Today, it tells you something about how

When Business Structures Need Updating Business structures are rarely permanent arrangements. As companies grow, markets shift, and regulations change, the legal frameworks that once served a business well can become constraints. Many UK business owners find t

Be it a happy tune to put a smile on your face or an emotional song to help tap into what you are going through, music is one of the most rousing, powerful forces on the planet.

Productivity has become one of the most persistent challenges facing UK small and medium-sized enterprises. Despite continued investment in digital tools, many SMEs are still struggling to streamline operations, respond quickly to change, and scale efficiently

As digital ad budgets grow, so does a quiet source of anxiety for CFOs and CMOs alike: One card backing millions in media spend One billing failure that can pause entire growth engines One fraud incident that turns a single plastic card into a single point of

Cash flow remains one of the biggest challenges facing small and medium-sized businesses in the UK. Even profitable companies can experience financial pressure when customers take 30, 60 or 90 days to pay their invoices. For many SMEs, this gap between issuing

How Open Banking and AI Quietly Fix Bookkeeping for Property Investors GetGround’s free HMRC-recognised platform combines automated transaction import and intelligent categorisation to eliminate costly errors and accelerate month-end close for landlords.

2026 is almost here. SME owners felt the squeeze during 2025, with increases to the rate of National Insurance Contribution for employers and increases to the minimum wage resulting in higher per-employee costs.

Best equipment finance lenders in the UK Many UK SMEs need to upgrade machinery, vehicles or specialist kit, but they prefer not to secure the finance against property or work with a high street bank. Alternatively, non-bank lenders have made this far easier.

Payment gateways are an increasingly vital part of any ecommerce business in any part of the world, as they allow companies to reach a global audience and receive payments smoothly with no hassles. What are the key points to consider when you’re wonderin

As the first reporting deadline for the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) looms, business finance experts have shared key planning tips for SMEs.

New research from The HR Dept reveals that 40% of women and 18% of men have experienced unwanted sexual behaviour at work in the past year, while 45% of UK business leaders don’t understand upcoming sexual harassment laws and one in three are unprepared to m

Thousands risk being out of pocket if needing to seek medical attention abroad due to non-disclosure December, 2025 – New research from Gigasure, shows that a quarter (24%) of holiday makers intentionally avoid disclosing pre-existing medical conditions

The beauty industry has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years, with salons, spas, and independent practitioners offering an ever-expanding range of treatments and services. From hair extensions and chemical peels to lash lifts and nail enhancements,

Empowering Individuals with Instant, Affordable Legal Expertise The landscape of legal assistance is undergoing a dramatic shift, thanks to the launch of Grapple Law, an innovative AI platform created by the respected UK-based Employment Law specialists, Monac

5 Key Employment Rights Every SME Worker Should Know For employees in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), understanding your rights at work is essential. While SMEs may differ from larger corporations in size and culture, the legal protections for worke

M&A Ready Website: Digital Design Tips for Mergers When two organisations decide to merge, the spotlight usually falls on the obvious bits — contracts, governance, announcements. But often the thing most overlooked is your website. And that’s a

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.

Professor Dr Parin Somani, founder and CEO of the London Organisation of Skills Development, explains why working with charities at Christmas is good for society, employee wellbeing and recruitment, and how meaningful CSR helps businesses attract Gen Z talent

Technology can do amazing things, but it cannot replace the energy, empathy, and understanding that comes from sitting down with someone in person. Those are the moments that build trust, spark ideas, and open doors.

We surveyed SME owners and decision-makers across the Hampshire region to understand how they’re navigating marketing in 2025. What we uncovered was a picture that feels familiar far beyond our county.

Award-winning RPA in 2025: Centelli’s Digital Workers cut errors, speed finance/HR ops, and boost ROI with a people-first approach.

For a growing SME, the decision to seek outside marketing help is often the first major step toward scaling. However, the agency landscape can be confusing, particularly when choosing between a traditional marketing agency and a modern digital agency. Understa

Employee productivity has been cast into the spotlight in recent months, thanks to the acceleration of AI. New research shows that 50% of businesses are prioritising employee productivity over the next two years, budgeting for resources that promote individual

The UK has entered what I call the “hate economy.” It’s uncomfortable to say, but it’s true. However, what is more worrying is how profitable the hate economy is for many.

The Role of Progression Plans in Building Future Leaders In the corporate world, you need to be aggressive and have some aspirations if you wish to progress. You should not be comfortable in whatever role you are in at the moment. If you want to grow and advan

As a tech entrepreneur and business founder, Mykhailo Kopyl leads a software development company, Seedium. The company strategically supports startups and SMBs in the UK and beyond with top-tier engineering expertise. Seedium helps businesses turn ideas into m

As SMEs are expected to do more with less; less budget, fewer people, tighter targets, and rising expectations from customers who judge every business, (regardless of its size,) against the best digital experiences they’ve ever seen.

Cybercrime is now one of the greatest threats to contemporary businesses. Every business model is at risk from the near-endless range of hazards, from ransomware to data breaches and phishing scams, and it only takes the smallest lapse for significant damage t

We surveyed SME owners and decision-makers across the Hampshire region to understand how they’re navigating marketing in 2025. What we uncovered was a picture that feels familiar far beyond our county.

Discover how RJJ Software, named Best Strategic SME Tech Consultancy 2025, helps growing businesses make smarter technology decisions with fractional CTO services, architecture reviews and strategic tech leadership.

Realising that your current IT support provider is no longer meeting your needs can feel unsettling. Technology keeps your business running, so changing providers is not something you rush into lightly. Still, many companies across the UK eventually reach a po

Award-winning RPA in 2025: Centelli’s Digital Workers cut errors, speed finance/HR ops, and boost ROI with a people-first approach.

From finance to marketing and sustainability to staff wellbeing, there are many plates to juggle when growing a small business – and lots of expert voices claiming to show you how to do it.