Scaling your Supply Chain Business in 2024 “Products can be easily copied. But a supply chain can provide a true competitive advantage.” —Yossi Sheffi. These lines from Yossi ring true because the supply chain spans multiple vendors, business units, and even internal supply chains. Do you think copying Amazon’s or Ikea’s supply chain will scale […] The post Scaling Your Supply Chain Business In 2024 appeared first on SME News ..read more

The Advantages of Employee Discounts: Boosting Morale and Loyalty Employee discount schemes are a staple in the array of benefits that companies offer their workforce. These programs give employees the ability to make purchases of products and services at reduced rates. As a benefit that is tangible and immediately useful, employee discounts serve as a […] The post The Advantages of Employee Discounts – Boosting Morale and Loyalty appeared first on SME News ..read more

The UK economy is characterized by its flexibility and innovation, attracting both domestic and international investors in various industries such as finance, technology and creative industries. The post Top Benefits and Challenges of Doing Business in the UK appeared first on SME News ..read more

AI-driven business finance comparison site, FundOnion, has announced plans to facilitate over £1 billion in funding to help up to 25,000 SMEs grow over the next four years. The post FundOnion Targets £1 Billion Funding Goal In Bid To Close Business Finance Gap appeared first on SME News ..read more

What makes a savvy business move? It’s about streamlining operations, cutting costs, and enhancing consumer value. Bypassing traditional distribution channels and intermediaries is now a big deal. New businesses can establish closer relationships with consumers this way. It may even be possible to undercut the competition with more attractive pricing. Thus helping to differentiate themselves […] The post How to Run a New Business by Cutting Out the Middlemen appeared first on SME News ..read more

The key to building a successful business is recruiting the right people. It’s an obvious and somewhat cliched point to make, but it’s one that holds true at every stage of a company’s lifespan. Get the right people, and you’ll get the right results. That, of course, is easier said than done. That’s why a […] The post Three Tips for Getting a Sponsor Licence appeared first on SME News ..read more

The past couple of years have been quite challenging for many businesses. Their experiences have helped them understand more about their business and consider measures to future-proof it. Future-proofing your business means taking the right steps to make sure you’re promoting its long-term success. The truth is that small businesses don’t have the same financial […] The post Futureproof Your Start-up: Security From Day One appeared first on SME News ..read more

A ResearchAndMarkets.com report shows that the global esports market is expected to reach $1.6 billion by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.1%. The same research highlights that this growth is driven by factors like the increasing popularity of video games, the rising number of esports enthusiasts and viewers, and the growing investments […] The post The Power and Potential of Blockchain Gaming in Esports appeared first on SME News ..read more

When you have a layover at Heathrow Airport, time seems to stand still. As you navigate the bustling corridors and duty-free temptations of one of the busiest transit hubs in the world, there’s an untapped potential waiting to be unlocked — the art of transforming your layover into a productive work opportunity.  Let’s dive into […] The post Sky-High Efficiency: 6 Tips for Turning Heathrow Layovers into Work Opportunities appeared first on SME News ..read more

Building a Resilient SME: The Role of Technology in Ensuring Business Continuity Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a unique set of challenges and opportunities in maintaining operations through unforeseen disruptions. Resilience, the ability to withstand and quickly recover from such events, has become a key factor for success. As businesses navigate through the complexities […] The post Building a Resilient SME The Role of Technology in Ensuring Business Continuity appeared first on SME News ..read more