Have you ever dialed into a call center and patiently waited to speak with an operator only to have the conversation result in more questions than answers? Using modern automation technologies, however, your call center can see increased efficiencies and streamline operations resulting in improved customer service. Automation is quickly emerging as one of the […]
Embarking on an office renovation is often the first step towards creating a workspace that’s not just functional but also aesthetically pleasing. However, once the renovations are complete, you’re left with a significant mess that needs attention. The process of cleaning up after an office renovation can seem daunting, but with a well-thought-out plan and […]
Mastering lawn business skills is more than a mere necessity – it’s the linchpin to achieving success in this competitive industry. As a business owner, your ability to manage and grow your lawn care enterprise depends greatly on a wide array of skills – financial management, client relations, marketing, and operational efficiency, to name a […]
New analysis of the online car market reveals the best cities to buy, sell and turn a profit on luxury car brands like Porsche, Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz. Following the study of over 25,000 online car listings in London and the UK’s 10 largest cities, a recent report from private number plate supplier Regtransfers revealed Glasgow […]
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the banking and financial services sector are looking forward to a promising 2024, as they expect to hit an average of 19% year-on-year revenue growth, bringing overall banking and finance SME turnover to £135.2bn. New research outlined in the Ambition Index from Three Business – the B2B arm of […]
At the end of the third quarter of 2023, the performance of some major investment markets entered positive territory. However, further full recovery of the global market may be quite protracted. Robo.cash analysts have compared the yields of European continental P2P lending platforms to other financial instruments* based on 2018 to Q3 2023 data. According […]
UK financial services firms have identified digitalisation and automation as their leading priorities for both business strategy and investment in 2024 and beyond, according to a significant new survey of opinion formers in the sector. UK top 10 accountancy firm Johnston Carmichael surveyed more than 250 senior executives at UK-based financial services firms spanning retail […]
Shawbrook has increased the rate on its Easy Access Business savings account (Issue 10), topping the tables with a rate of 3.66% AER/Gross. With rates as competitive as this, businesses, now more than ever, have the opportunity to make the most of their money. Adam Thrower, head of savings at Shawbrook, said: “Many SMEs have turned […]
National brokerage Just Mortgages has announced the appointment of Shey Wade to the role of digital marketing manager. Shey will work across the financial services division at Spicerhaart to support Just Mortgages’ brokers in both the employed and self-employed divisions, as well as advisers at Just Wealth – its financial services arm. His remit will […]
New research from leading global management consultancy Kearney reveals that the number of zombie companies in the energy industry fell 13% in 2022, dropping from 3.9% in 2021 to 3.4%. This is despite a 5% increase in the global share of zombie companies across all industries. The OECD defines zombie companies as those that are unable to […]
