Business process automation (BPA) is about using technology to automate repetitive, time-consuming tasks in your business. It was once something only big corporations could afford to implement, but along with outsourcing, using automation software is now a viable option for small and medium-sized businesses. And the benefits of automation can be enormous. With more than […]
Jacqueline Coombe
Have You Given Enough Thought to Succession Planning?
If you run a business, then you’ve spent years – likely decades – carefully nurturing it through the many trials and tribulations that come with modern business. It is, quite literally, your life’s work, so naturally as you start to look towards retirement the question of what happens to the business once you’re travelling the […]
Is Your Business at Risk of Losing Senior Staff Members?
There is a harmful workplace bias that appears to be going unnoticed – and it could be costing your business. Ageism against older workers continues to be a largely unacknowledged issue within the workforce. Extremely skilled professionals with a long history of loyalty to their company are being pushed out of their jobs once they […]
What the World’s Most Satisfying Jobs Have in Common
Job satisfaction. These two words frame a concept that every worker strives to achieve. Workers who are satisfied are happier, more productive, and more creative. This makes sense when you calculate that more than half of a person’s waking hours are spent at work. However, it might be that employees have been looking for this […]
Is Outdated Technology Slowing Down Your Business?
Technology is an expense that businesses need to invest in to remain competitive. However, many do not include important upgrades and crucial IT infrastructure within their business plan. IT is often overlooked by businesses in an attempt to reduce overheads, or simply because they believe their current infrastructure is sufficient. The problem is, without upgraded […]
Business Leaders: How Are You Combating Ageism in the Workplace?
Ageism is one of the ‘isms’ like sexism or racism, and occurs when someone is discriminated against, not because of their gender or race but because of how old they are. In the workplace ageism can take many forms, including being refused employment, dismissed, made redundant, or denied a promotion simply because you are considered […]
How the Right Software Can Supercharge Your Catering Business
Software can be used in just about any type of business to boost efficiency. The best platforms make it easier to manage many individual tasks. As a catering business armed with the right type of software, you could ensure correct execution of processes, from order tracking to delivery. Your platform could help enhance customer satisfaction […]
