A new survey that shows small businesses have been slow to implement digital marketing strategies.
Category: News
The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Inflation rate remains at zero
The UK’s inflation rate remained at a record low of 0% in March.
Crowdcube predicts record-breaking year after 36 businesses fund in Q1
Crowdcube, the investment crowdfunding platform, is set for its best year ever following a stellar first quarter, which saw 36 businesses raise £17.5 million and £24 million invested through the site.
Consumer Spending on Mobile Devices Set to Top £53 Billion a Year by 2024
Consumers are set to spend £53.6 billion a year using their smartphones and tablets by 2024, compared with the £9.7 billion spent today, according to new research by Barclays
Why Economic Growth Is Central to the Devolution Debate
Devolution has been thrust into the limelight as politicians vie for votes ahead of the election, with plans for Greater Manchester to control £6bn NHS spending the most recent example of power flowing from Whitehall, writes CBI South West Director, Deborah Waddell.
Online shopping drives van sales to record highs
The rising popularity of online shopping has helped drive van sales in the UK to a record high.
Beware ‘invoice’ email scam to steal bank details
Criminals are sending emails with attachments claiming to be invoices containing malware, used to access information stored on your computer
Superconnected Cities Scheme has helped 14,000 SMEs with online grants
The Government’s Superconnected Cities programme has seen more than 14,000 small businesses benefit from broadband grants of up to £3,000 to date, figures published have revealed.
PM pledges volunteering commitment to benefit business, staff & communities
The Prime Minister has announced a pledge to give 15 million people the opportunity to take three days’ paid leave to volunteer which will apply to every employee of any company with 250 or more people and everyone working in a public sector organisation.
LinkedIn makes billion dollar acquisition to give job hunters skills boost
LinkedIn has bought the subscription-based education service lynda.com, which helps people learn new skills through online videos produced by hired experts.
Myleene Klass says starting a British fashion business is pure & simple
Former Hear’Say singer turned fashion entrepreneur Myleene Klass is backing small firms trying to break into export markets.
Will your business survive Google’s re-ranking day on 21st April?
The 21st of April will herald a new phase for internet searches as Google flags up a change in its algorithms.
Naked Wines toasts £70m Majestic deal
Majestic’s acquisition will see the companies combine their multi-channel offerings with Naked founder Rowan Gormley appointed CEO
Small firms are hoarding cash to provide post election financial buffer
Small firms are hoarding cash amid continuing economic uncertainty, businesses are sitting on cash surpluses and are unlikely to invest in infrastructure until they feel more secure.
Postal costs are holding back SME growth
A third of businesses believe that the cost of postage and delivery logistics will stunt their growth over the next year, a survey has revealed.
