E-newsletter
 

Micro-businesses failing to exploit online opportunities

Many small firms are unaware how cheap and quickly websites can be set up and run

In the modern business world every company, regardless of size or how recently it has been established should have an online presence. The internet is one of the few areas in the UK relatively unaffected by the recession, with online shopping in the UK rising 25% in 2008.

However, recent research by internet company 1&1 Internet Ltd found that 46% of small firms in the UK with one to five employees do not have a website. Full story >

 

Preparing your business pitch

Why your firm should consider VoIP

Pre-pack administration is often the best way to save a firm

Alan Gleeson
Palo Alto Software Ltd
Andy Horn
Colt UK
Georgina Kyriacou
Colman Coyle

In order to secure funding your business pitch must be comprehensive Full story

Using VoIP can bring about greater productivity and reduce costs Full story

With the number of company insolvencies rising, all firms must have continuity plans in place Full story

 
 

Business costs damaging profits? BusinessSwitch.co.uk is offering your company a Free Cost Reduction Review.

Since 2004, we have saved our clients thousands of pounds across their key business services. Our expertise is based on our supply chain access and industry knowledge across electricity, gas, telecoms (fixed and mobile), insurance, finance, vehicle leasing, water and HR costs.

If you don't have the time or the experience to purchase effectively in these areas then our services can help you save money and get on with the business of running your business.

To get your Free Cost Reduction Review click here.

 
 

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is the Ultimate Business Network. The BCC sits at the heart of a powerful nationwide network of Accredited Chambers of Commerce providing representation, services and guidance to businesses of all sizes, interests and objectives.

No matter where you are based, the type of business you are or whether your objectives are on a local, national or international scale, the Chamber Network can help meet your goals.

For more information visit www.britishchambers.org.uk

 
 

Sleep better at night. Take your work home with you. Before you switch off the office lights and head home, make sure all your work is properly backed up in a remote location. Secure your livelihood with the tough, portable HP RDX Removable Disk Backup System. It's easy to use, easily affordable and could prove invaluable.

http://www.hp.com/uk/rdx

 
 

For business advice for business startups, SMEs and entrepreneurs visit newbusiness.co.uk
Subscribe to the newbusiness magazine and get the latest copy now!

 
 
 

The content of these pages is copyright © 1998-2008 New Business Magazine.
Version 1.0 All rights reserved. It may not be copied or reprinted without the written consent of the publisher. Logos, pictures and names are used by permission and are property of the according parties. Please make sure to read our Terms & Conditions before you use this website. Please Note: newbusiness.co.uk is a registered member of the data protection organisation. Registration No. Z6663363.