Technologgie

How Can Small Businesses Protect Themselves From Cybercrime?

By Mike Ianiri, Redsquid

As 43% of cyber attacks are directed at small businesses there is no question that business owners need to ensure that their businesses are protected.

Cyber attacks are widespread. Consumers are frequently targeted, as are businesses, both large and small. Consumers and micro-businesses may have some protection from the new agreement the banks are signing up to, but, with a recent BBC article saying some banks still haven’t signed up to the voluntary agreement around payment scams, they need to ensure they protect themselves as much as they can.

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How to Keep Your Business on Track While You Go on Vacation

By Gary Young, Equinox

As a small business owner you may find yourself covering while your team members are away and put off going on vacation yourself. You and your loved ones deserve time away together.  So, you need to stop yourself worrying about how your team will cope in your absence.  You can do this by using some of the many tech tools that are available.  Get them in place and you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your vacation.

Why a Vacation Is Good for You and Your Business

Let’s be clear.  We want you to have a real break and not use technology to work in a hotel while your family and friends have fun without you.

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Tips for Developing a Strong Brand in the Fashion Industry

By Clare Hall-Taylor, Edmund Hillary Brands

Although it may surprise you to hear that the retail market is actually growing, you may be less surprised to hear that fast fashion is in decline while premium fashion is on the rise. Customers are becoming more aware of the damaging effects fast, disposable, fashion has on the planet and are opting to spend their money on longer-lasting, premium brands instead.

Fashion consumers are also asking for products that reflect their personalities and say something about who they are. If brands get it right, they can capitalize on the growth in premium fashion, creating a strong brand that stands the test of time.

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You’ve Developed Your Product. How Do You Get It Into Leading Supermarkets?

By Thomas Lock, Founder, AP Brands

When you’re just starting out approaching and dealing with large supermarkets can be daunting. After all, the majority of British shoppers regularly buy from them either online or instore, so it’s hugely important for brand awareness, sales, etc.

Having launched four new snacks brands into the UK market over the past few years and having got them into a number of major supermarkets, I’ve gained an understanding of the process. Hopefully, you can learn from my experiences, avoid my mistakes, and find success for your brand.

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Here are my tips for getting your product onto the shelves in major supermarket chains:

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How to Help Your Staff to Work Flexibly in the Summer Without Impacting Performance

By Gary Young, Equinox

Many of your staff will relish the opportunity to have more time to enjoy the summer.  With the possibility of working more flexibly from home, this is an option that business owners should consider.

What technology will you need to make this possible?

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5 Important Trends in the Alcoholic Drinks Market

By Matt Dunn, co-founder of Cadello

Across the food and beverage sector, there has been a clear trend towards higher-quality products over the past 15 years or so. In an effort to differentiate, food and drink manufacturers have been carving out niches for very specific, high-quality product ranges. From botanical health drinks to all-natural pork scratchings, the range and quality of products have been steadily increasing.

In the alcoholic drinks market, the shift towards more diversified and premium drinks has been most notable when it comes to beer and gin but is starting to be recognized in other categories, such as rum, as well as driving entirely new categories of spirits. Alcoholic drinks manufacturers and retailers need to be ready to jump on these trends in the near future or risk becoming obsolete.

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How Can Small Food and Drinks Brands Do Well in Competition With Big Firms?

By Craig Sams and William Fugard, co-founders of Gusto Organic drinks

When you’re a small food or drinks company, how can your brand compete against big brands with big budgets?  How can large retailers be persuaded to list your product when you don’t have a substantial track record?

It is possible to succeed – as I know from experience.  Here are ideas based on what I’ve learned that I hope will help your brand.

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Thinking of Starting an Organic Products Business – Tips for Success

By Craig Sams, Gusto

When I started out in the organic products business, there were hardly any organic products! These days it’s possible to get virtually every food imaginable in organic format, and in ever-increasing quantities.

The world beat a path to our door when we first had organic brown rice. Now it’s a commodity and you can get many different kinds; long grain, short grain, red, black, basmati – all organic.

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Tips for Getting Restaurants to Buy Your Product

By Laura Gozney, co-founder of Gozney

Coming up with a new product to fill a gap in the market is excellent but it is just the beginning.  What to you need to do to take your product and convince restaurant owners that it is something they need and should buy right now?  Here are ideas base on our experience.

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Equity Crowdfunding: How to Get Your Company Past Due Diligence

By John Auckland, TribeFirst

Equity crowdfunding presents a marvelous opportunity for early and growth-stage companies to gain essential funding, raise awareness amongst the investor community and gain a tribe of loyal supporters.

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