Simple websites 'are sometimes the best option'
Friday, September 28, 2007
High tech websites are often unnecessary for small and medium-sized businesses, according to one expert.
Online protection 'does not have to be expensive'
Friday, September 28, 2007
Online security does not have to be a major expense for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to one expert.
Cask ales growth confirmed
Friday, September 28, 2007
Figures relating to the sales of cask-ales have confirmed previous reports that volumes are growing, according to the Morning Advertiser.
Newer firms 'should rent office space short-term'
Friday, September 28, 2007
Business start-ups should consider renting office space on a short or medium-term basis in order to play it safe and leave room for a potential investment later on, it has been suggested.
Landlord wins licence fight
Friday, September 28, 2007
A Bolton pub landlord has been reinstated following a legal battle over the smoking ban, according to the Bolton News.
Many SMEs 'renting insufficient premises'
Friday, September 28, 2007
A lack of suitable premises is making life difficult for a number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to one expert.
Older workers 'could benefit SMEs'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from employing older workers because of their attitudes to work and their experience, a new study claims.
SMEs 'should consider viral marketing'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Smaller businesses should consider using viral marketing methods in order to reduce advertising costs and attract new customers, according to an expert.
Paperless banking 'cuts costs for SMEs'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can do most of their financial business online, reducing the need for paper, according to a new study.
SMEs 'can be seriously damaged by postal strikes'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Postal strikes can have a significant impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to one expert.
Flexibility 'a motivator for female entrepreneurs'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Women who look to set up small and medium-sized enterprises are heavily motivated by working from home according to one expert.
Discrimination laws 'can affect SMEs'
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Small businesses should ensure that they are fully aware of all workplace legislation to ensure that they are not accused of discrimination.
Online presence 'enough to make a difference'
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
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All small and medium-sized businesses should have some form of presence online as that is how modern customers find services and products, claims one expert.
Bolton landlord losing fight for premises
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
The former landlord of a Bolton pub is losing his fight to remain in charge, according to the Morning Advertiser.
Energy suppliers 'failing small businesses'
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Many small and medium-sized businesses feel that UK electricity suppliers are not providing a satisfactory service.
SMEs 'should seek advice on employment law'
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must seek professional advice on employment law, according to one expert.
