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Wages outpace inflation but bosses are 'bracing for change'

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

Wages are still ahead of inflation in both the public and private sectors, according to newly published official figures. In real terms, pay rose 3.4% between October and December compared with the same period a year ago, after taking into account the pace of price rises.
Revealed: the emotional toll of a business exit

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

More than four in ten entrepreneurs exit in order to prioritise wellbeing and family, according to new research that highlights the emotional toll of running a business in the current climate. Current market conditions also play a leading role with 65 per cent selling up sooner than they had wanted due to the fear of tax rises. And one in five said they received offers they “couldn’t refuse”, often resulting in hasty decisions and heightened uncertainty.
Trump DEI ban: how will it affect UK companies?

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

President Trump’s decision to pull out of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives threatens to have a dramatic knock-on effect with major global corporations announcing plans to scale back or reverse their own DEI agendas.
Apprenticeship Week call for greater focus

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

The CIPD is using National Apprenticeship Week to urge the Government to act on developing the skills needed to deliver economic growth, by involving employers in the early design of the new Growth and Skills Levy and introducing an Apprenticeship Guarantee for all young people aged 16-24.
Rate cut hints at the year ahead, say bosses

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

The Bank of England’s decision to cut interest rates has been widely welcomed by business, but it comes with caveats. The 4.5% comes as it halved its UK growth forecasts for this year and warned households could expect renewed pressure from rising prices. The Bank’s monetary policy committee voted by a seven to two to reduce the rates from 4.75%, to provide some financial relief to borrowers, given the Government’s struggles with a sluggish economy.
New bank scam is music to as fraudster's ears

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated methods to mimic banks’ fraud departments to steal money from customers, a leading fraud recovery law firm has warned. Solicitors say the fraudsters are using new tricks to convince bank customers that they are genuine. It includes using the same telephone hold music as their bank, cloning the bank’s phone number and telling victims they can check on Google and asking the victim to confirm details such as their overdraft limit.
How will business benefit from Reeves' £78bn growth plan?

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Richard Burton

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a new plan to unlock the potential of the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor, that she says has the potential to become “Europe’s Silicon Valley” and boost the UK economy by £78 billion by 2035.
How to tighten security measures against cyber attacks

2 months ago | smeweb.com | Conor O’Neill

By Conor O’Neill, CEO and Co-Founder, OnSecurityIn 2024, there were almost 7.8 million cyber attacks on businesses. Despite 50% of UK businesses falling victim to a cyberattack last year, only 31% of businesses had undertaken a cyber risk assessment, and only 15% had a formal cybersecurity incident management plan. Cyberattacks are on the rise and becoming more sophisticated each year, particularly with the development of AI.
You need strong foundations to build a digital transformation strategy

Jan 20, 2025 | smeweb.com | Jonathan Sharp

By Jonathan Sharp, below, CEO, BritannicThe rise of AI and disruptive technologies dominates today’s business conversations. We’re constantly told how these advancements can make organisations more efficient and effective. And while they certainly can, their success depends on how they are implemented. Without proper planning and alignment, they risk failing, harming your brand and frustrating your workforce.
Accountants can help businesses through technology adoption

Jan 13, 2025 | smeweb.com | Aaron Patrick

By Aaron Patrick, Head of Accounts, Boffix As the pace of digital transformation grows, small and medium-sized businesses are grappling with both unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From navigating economic uncertainty to meeting evolving customer expectations, the ability to adapt quickly has never been more critical. Technology is at the heart of this transformation, with financial management systems (FMS) emerging as essential tools for enhancing efficiency and resilience.