The Covid-19 pandemic has caused problems for businesses in every industry – but unfortunately, it has also coincided with a boom period for cybercrime. Actually, the two events are related: cybercriminals have been using Covid-19 as a focus for phishing and other social engineering tactics. Additionally, more businesses than ever are opening up through the […]
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6 Practical Ways to Reduce Business Costs
Businesses are always seeking new ways to reduce their business costs and increase profits, but if they can do so in a way that also helps your business to thrive, so much the better. The following list provides a great selection of ways you can keep business costs low while also working more efficiently. Outsource […]
Small Biz Trends to Look for in 2021
Businesses have had to adapt considerably as a result of the events of 2020, and it’s meant that many companies have had to come up with creative solutions to keep their businesses afloat. But it has also brought about several trends that will drive small businesses in the year ahead. These are some of the […]
5 Steps to a Successful R&D Claim
It is undoubtedly the case that research and development (R&D) tax relief is something that many businesses overlook. A huge range of companies won’t even consider the possibility that they might be eligible for R&D tax credits because of a misunderstanding about what is meant by the term R&D. “Despite being launched all the way […]
How to Minimise Disruption During Office Changes
Office relocations are some of the most stressful experiences for businesses of any size – a move is disruptive and complicated, plus they can easily wind up being expensive. But the disruption doesn’t just occur during the move itself. It could still be impacting your business activities several months later which can affect your profits […]
Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Retrain & Start a Business
2020 has been a difficult year for businesses around the world. Many people have found themselves furloughed or have lost their job as a result of the pandemic, while others may be rethinking what they want out of a career. But you might be surprised to learn that there are positives to retraining and starting […]
How To Host A COVID-Safe Office Holiday Party
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, many workers have been left with no choice but to work from home for the majority of the year. And, with restrictions consistently coming out banning gatherings of six people upwards, many people were concerned one of the big work-related events of the year would be unable to take […]
3 Ways to Get the Cybersecurity Skills Your Business Needs
It has been well documented that there is a digital skills gap currently facing recruitment – there simply aren’t enough people with the necessary IT skills that are being demanded by the jobs market. This makes the hiring process around IT professionals slower, more challenging, and far more expensive, as attracting the top talent takes […]
Marketing a New Startup During a Pandemic: 4 Tips
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the world as we know it, affecting businesses all across the globe. However, while some companies may have struggled, others have prospered, utilising the pandemic to not only restructure their working model but also completely start afresh with a new, pandemic-proof set of thinking. Many people have even decided to […]
Is Automation the Answer to Challenges Post-COVID19?
A recent report from analyst company Forrester revealed that many companies are set to invest more in automation than in rehiring due to the COVID-19 crisis. This has understandably led many people to feel concerned that the rate of automation is increasing, and worry about what this means for jobs and the economy. While there […]
