In September 2019, a Tech Nation report showed that investment in the UK's artificial intelligence (AI) companies reached a record high. The first six months of 2019 saw more investment in the tech than the entirety of 2018. – Will it be the same this year? more»
Electric vehicles (EVs) are well on their way to becoming mainstream. It won’t be long until the odd one out will be the person buying the petrol car over a comparably-priced EV model. more»
Hosting a corporate event can be a challenging undertaking. From picking a venue, organising catering and inviting attendees, there is a long list of things to tick off before the big day. more»
There is an internal hoarder in each of us. And while we don't exactly fall into the same bracket as participants on reality television shows, within that chaos, there is an element of relatability. And it's the same with business owners. more»
At a time of political and economic turbulence, it’s never been more important to plan ahead for the future. more»
Employee advocacy is the promotion of a brand from within its organisation. For advocacy success, an employee needs to be on board with the company’s initiative. An engaging and attractive […] more»
Starting any business can be tough. Initially, you have the struggle with capital, equipment and infrastructure and then you have to decide the direction it must take in order for it to grow. more»
Now that digital connectivity is near ubiquitous, one great recommendation can have far-reaching implications for your business. This goes for any type of business that relies on local customers - coffee shops, plumbers, solicitors - you name it. more»
Transformation is what startups do best - it’s why they exist. But while it’s one thing to become a challenger in a sector, it’s another thing to drive innovation forward and win advocates to support your business. One way that SMEs can grow and continue to disrupt is by securing partnerships that will prove beneficial to both parties. The great news for ambitious leaders is that global brands and corporations are looking out for the next hot startups to partner with. Many are aware that to remain a market leader they need startups to help support their own innovation, to keep them ahead of competitors. The agile nature of vibrant start-up allows for flexibility to adjust and respond to changing trends, quickly. That’s exactly how a game-changing collaborative deal between London tech start-up Spoon Guru and retail giant Tesco came about in 2017. A partnership that redefined the way consumers with specific dietary needs or health preferences discover food, with the AI-powered search engine - hailed as the “Google for food” offering complete transparency. So how do you implement such a strategy in your own company? more»
As big retailers push ahead with their plans for the festive period, small businesses too should also be getting prepared for one of the busiest times of the year. more»
