Samsung pay homage to Hollywood Hits in new A series Enterprise Edition Campaign SME’s would lose nearly £300k a year due to business tech issues New research found businesses lose over two weeks a year (98 hours per week) due to misfiring tech equalling to 61,509 years lost across all of the UK’s 5.5 million SME businesses* The poll of 1,000 SME owners highlighted they spend £3,200 each year on repairs and updates as it’s revealed they would lose over £200k if their work tech was inaccessible Film posters have been unveiled to dramatise the issues that arise when business…
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Solicitor Dayna Rodrigues, in law firm Blandy & Blandy’s Employment Law team, explains an employee’s rights in relation to pregnancy, maternity leave and childcare. Managing childcare needs and work can be stressful or a source of worry for parents. Below, we have set out our summary answers to a number of commonly asked questions and scenarios that employees may find themselves in. Please note that situations involving maternity/pregnancy/flexible working rights (and possible claims under the Equality Act) are often complex and are very fact specific. Accordingly, the summaries below should not be relied upon as a substitution for taking full legal…
Author: Mattieu Leroux, AI Sales Lead, UiPath As AI further advances, it’s important ethical considerations and our collective intelligence are implemented as part of its innovation. As AI technology is adopted across a wide pool of industries, reshaping how they operate, now is the time to take stock of the impact AI will also have on society. Although AI presents a significant number of benefits to productivity, disadvantages remain. One of the biggest challenges though is that AI models are trained on vast quantities of public data which presents a greater risk of strengthening existing biases in training data. As…
Research by employee appreciation specialist O.C. Tanner reveals that emotional intelligence (EQ) can be taught and cultivated among employees, with the giving of recognition key to nurturing an emotionally intelligent workforce. U.K. employees who “often give recognition” are 7 times’ more likely to be emotionally intelligent, and those who “often receive recognition” from leaders are 5 times’ more likely to be emotionally intelligent. U.K organisations that make recognition an integrated part of their everyday culture have the highest probability of developing an emotionally intelligent workforce – employees are 8 times’ more likely to have high EQ and leaders are 14 times’ more likely. These are the findings…
Since the shift to working remotely in 2020, hybrid working has reshaped the modern workplace, offering employees greater flexibility while redefining the office’s role. With fewer full-time employees in the office, companies are redesigning workplaces to meet the evolving needs of hybrid workers. No longer just a place for daily desk work, offices are evolving into dynamic hubs where collaboration, creativity, and well-being take centre stage. With employees splitting their time between home and the office, businesses are rethinking their workspaces to ensure that in-office days are productive. These changes reflect a broader shift—where businesses focus not just on where…
Mauro Cozzi, CEO and Co-founder, Emitwise As sustainability regulations tighten and customers demand greener supply chains, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) believe that decarbonisation is a challenge reserved for big corporations. SMEs make up 99.8% of all enterprises in the UK and provide almost 60% of private sector jobs. Yet, only 7.7% have formal sustainability reporting programmes. A recent survey by the SME Climate Hub also found that only 17% of SMEs had been asked to reduce their emissions by their corporate customers. But the truth is, SMEs play a crucial role in decarbonisation, and procurement is one of the…
From the Mini Cooper to Formula 1 dominance, the UK has a history of shaping the automotive world. But the industry has changed, and past success, though impressive, is no guarantee of future leadership. As other nations charge ahead with aggressive investment in innovation, the UK faces a stark choice: adapt and compete, or risk being left in the dust of others. Where Does The UK Currently Stand In The “Automotive Innovation Race”? Patent filings are a reliable indicator of innovation in any industry, but a recent study from R&D tax credit specialists Source Advisors presents an uncomfortable truth: the UK accounts…
Whether you’re working towards self-employment or just want to earn extra income, a side hustle can be a great opportunity. However, before becoming a multi-billionaire with your new venture, you must consider the side hustle tax. Depending on how much you earn, UK side hustlers have certain tax obligations. Jason Loewenthal, banking expert at Finder UK, outlines what you need to know if you’re hoping to turn your side gig into a serious money maker. Taxable side hustles Earnings of less than £1,000 in one tax year are not considered as taxable income, and you won’t have to register as…
In the UK, around 60% of small businesses fail within three years of launching. Every small business has to start somewhere, but in the early days it can be extremely tough to grow a company with limited resources. Growth is important for small businesses as it helps reach a wider customer base, increase financial stability and importantly, stay competitive in the market. However, without sufficient funds, growing a business can seem like an impossible task. So, here are a few cost-effective ways to help expand your small business. Utilising social media According to Statistica, there were more than 5 billion…
An estimated 8 in 10 UK are expected to reevaluate their operational plans due to the higher tax rate which is set to be introduced in April. To help small business owners keep track of their expenses and save money where possible, business energy experts, Utility Bidder have listed key dates for business owners to note in the upcoming financial year and beyond. Key dates for business owners: March 26th March: The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has confirmed that the Spring Forecast will take place on Wednesday, 26 March 2025. 31st March: Corporation Tax return filing deadline for companies with an accounting year…