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Are you ready to catapult your small business into the future? Embracing AI technology can be the game-changer you need. Here are eleven indispensable AI tools that can enhance customer experience, streamline your operations and drive growth. 1. Chatbots for Customer Service AI-powered chatbots like Zendesk and LivePerson handle customer… Read more »

HMRC have announced that a new digital tool, the VAT Registration Estimator, has been developed in order to help small business owners determine what registering for VAT could mean for their business. After consultation with small businesses in the UK, HMRC began the development of a new digital tool to… Read more »

Shawbrook is a specialist lender armed with diverse industry experts and a high-service, client-focused approach to lending needs for larger SMEs and mid-market firms. Banks have faced their share of challenges; from the mid-2000s credit crunch to the recent Covid-19 pandemic. While global events will continue to impact financial markets… Read more »

An Employment Law Bill was confirmed on Wednesday 17th July in the UK following its inclusion in the King’s Speech during the State Opening of Parliament. The bill, which is expected to be voted on in the House of Commons within the next year, aims to stop ‘exploitative’ working practices.… Read more »

By Rafael Gallardo, CPO, Weecover In today’s fast-paced world, the way we purchase goods and services has evolved dramatically. Gone are the days of standalone insurance products that require cumbersome paperwork and lengthy processes. Instead, a new trend is revolutionising the insurance industry: embedded insurance. This innovative approach seamlessly integrates… Read more »

The construction industry, alongside a surprising performance from the retail sector, has led to growth in the UK economy in May 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).  UK businesses can breathe something of a sigh of relief following the Office for National Statistics’ (ONS) announcement in July.… Read more »

The UK tax year runs from the 6th of April of one year to the 5th of the following – and for business owners, or anyone else who manages their taxes via self-assessment tax returns, it’s important to plan and ensure you have fulfilled your obligations ahead of time. This… Read more »

Business has many terms that are thrown around interchangeably, and turnover and revenue are two of them. They both relate to the money your company makes, but the crucial difference lies in how the money is divided. Understanding the difference is important in planning throughout the financial period, including taxes… Read more »

Brick-and-mortar businesses are facing challenges in 2024. As we set foot into a new era of competitive high-street commerce, brick-and-mortar brands must put in twice the effort just to remain in the game. Commerce marketing is on the road to a digitally enhanced future. As businesses pour focus into online… Read more »

In a saturated market, recruiters must stand out. Bowdon Associates does thanks to its flexible, personalised approach. Recruitment is a mainstay industry; it has been around for a long time, with its origins in the ancient labouring economy, and today it adds billions to UK GDP. However, an established market… Read more »