Tesco removes “use by” labels from produce in an attempt to reduce food waste
The UK’s biggest supermarket has vowed to remove the advice from around 70 pre-packaged produce lines to avoid as much food waste. more»
Supply chain
Commercial Agents Regulations: Am I entitled to compensation at the end of my agency contract?
I am a limited company and have been working as an agent for five Italian manufacturers for nearly 30 years. Now I'm preparing for retirement, am I entitled to compensation at the end of the contracts? more»
Nine in ten government suppliers have been hit by late payments
Poor supply chain practices in the public sector continue to blight small business owners, as new research finds nine in ten government suppliers have been paid later than agreed terms. more»
Small business suppliers beware: The FTSE 350 sectors failing to pay small firms on time
Britain’s late payment crisis is continuing to hamper cash flow, growth plans and even survival rates of the country’s small firms. Government efforts to hold large firms accountable are yet to generate confidence among small business owners, and new data has provided yet more evidence of the task at hand. more»
What is the difference between an agent and a distributor and which is best for your business?
For an ambitious small business that wants to grow as fast as possible, appointing an agent or distributor has some clear advantages. They are likely to have an established network of contacts and potential customers ready to sell your products and services to, allowing you to fast track your growth. more»
Selling to Co-op was a crucial stepping stone for these suppliers
Continuing our regular supply chain series, Business Advice hears from two smaller suppliers about their experiences selling to Co-op to find out what fellow entrepreneurs should know before approaching the retailer. more»
London out of top 10 most expensive business travel locations
The UK capital has dropped out of the top ten most expensive locations in the world for business travel, overtaken by Monaco, Basel and Paris this year. more»
Counterfeit cash: How to spot fake notes at home and abroad
The UK is still a while away from being a cashless society with, cash accounting for 43 per cent of financial purchases. Whilst the thought of being conned is enough […] more»
Restaurant-shunning millennials could cost UK catering industry £1bn
Millennials preferring to eat at home than go out could cost the UK’s catering industry close to £1bn in lost revenue over the next four years, according to a new report. more»
Late payment crackdown could help smaller builders solve the housing crisis
The government is being urged to solve the UK’s housing crisis by ramping up support for small builders, including cracking down on late payers and easing access to finance. more»
