What is a PO number and why is it important?
A purchase order outlines to a vendor or supplier exactly what the purchaser needs, when they need it by, how much it is going to cost and when payment should be made. more»
Purchase order
Is a purchase order legally binding?
Grid Law founder David Walker reflects on a client's recent legal dispute to clarify a question frequently asked by micro business owners: Is a purchase order legally binding? more»
UK business owners spend 125 hours a week managing supply chain friction
The average business owner spends around 55 hours per week tackling paper-based invoicing checks, as new research reveals the five processes causing most friction within UK supply chains. more»
The difference between a purchase order and an invoice
Here, head of the Orsmby Street cash flow platform Rob Drury looks closely at the difference between a purchase order and an invoice for small business owners. more»
Amazon Business to offer trade counter for commercial customers
Ecommerce giant Amazon has signalled its intention to tap into the commercial trade market, with a new Amazon Business service that aims to serve the procurement needs of small business owners. more»
Improving the odds of securing finance Getting lenders on the hook
There currently exists an unprecedented number of funding options available to small UK businesses. The issue, argues co-founder of online platform Capitalise, Paul Surtees, is being able to find the product that best fits your firm. more»
Guidelines on selling to and invoicing big businesses
Getting business from larger companies is great for micro enterprises, but it pays to know the best way to go about invoicing and then chasing payments. more»
