People often ask me how they can use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the experience of their customers. I notice that many companies are still nervous to jump in the […] more»

Women-led SMEs specialising in AI and data can apply to be part of a global business innovation programme to help them get ideas closer to market, make connections and uncover opportunities in Israel. more»

Being greeted at the door by a friendly virtual reality shop assistant will become standard across the UK high street in the next 5 years, according to a new study. more»

The government has set aside 300m for investment in AI research projects, signalling its hopes to make the UK the global leader in the technology. more»

Rather than offer its own standalone app, Plum's founders identified Facebook's Messenger as a better platform to challenge the traditional banking model. Business Advice spoke to CEO Victor Trokoudes to find out more. more»

In this afternoon's Budget announcement, chancellor Philip Hammond has announced the National Productivity Investment Fund has been extended for another year, and expanded to be worth more than 31bn. more»

Two thirds of UK office workers want their own AI-powered assistant, new survey findings have revealed, but what tasks would they expect their new sidekick to take on? more»

2017 has proven to be a year of glittering advancements in the ecommerce scene. Now is the time to get ahead of the game, before your competitors get the chance to grab your market share from beneath you. more»

While consumers value the multi-channel offering now available from most businesses, new figures have sounded a warning to companies not to over-invest in technology at the expense of more traditional communications channels that require the human touch. more»

Lijo Jose, co-founder of children's snack box startup ChewyMoon, tells Business Advice readers why a forward-thinking use of technology is delivering unique personalisation to subscribers. more»