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Opinion

Autumn Statement: Can £2bn solve UK’s innovation crisis?

The £2 billion boost in R&D has been warmly welcomed by the business community, but innovation is more about thinking differently than just research alone.

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Stop taxing the brave!

It’s time to stop taxing the brave and provide a post-Brexit boost to SMEs, writes Livingbridge managing partner, Wol Kolade.

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5 easy side hustles that can help you generate income

Five ways to add a little extra padding to your monthly bank statements.

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Research: electric cars a new hope for climate change

Despite being in the pipeline for many years, electric vehicles have yet to really come into their own as a viable alternative for those wanting to reduce their carbon footprint – until now.

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Building a winning team: Lessons from the world of sport

In pushing for excellence, most organisations will face setbacks. Olympic gold medallist Alex Danson draws parallels between lessons in sports and in business.

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Why Uber is no longer the poster boy for digital innovation

The UK tribunal’s ruling that Uber’s drivers can’t be classified as ‘self-employed’ is a wakeup call both for our approach to digitalisation and for those who design digital disruptions, says Futurice business director Professor Risto Sarvas.

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Why English is still the language of global business

According to recent figures, around 750 million people are believed to speak English as a foreign language.

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Should more places adopt the Brixton Pound?

How much do you know about the Brixton Pound? Here's why community currency might need to make a comeback.

Opinion

Why English is still the language of global business

According to recent figures, around 750 million people are believed to speak English as a foreign language.

Opinion

Should more places adopt the Brixton Pound?

How much do you know about the Brixton Pound? Here's why community currency might need to make a comeback.

Opinion

Why property up North is the next big thing

“As safe as houses” has been a watchword in British investment for the last 50 years and more. But with the UK’s economic landscape set for a radical post-Brexit shake up the old certainties are being reassessed.

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The future of Twitter

iProspect's Ronny Raichura outlines future hurdles for Twitter.

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What to look for when investing in a robo business

Robo-investment businesses are on the rise. It’s a trend not lost on venture capitalists and individual investors looking to back the next big start-up success. Dr Richard Theo, CEO and Co-founder of Wealthify explores the opportunities on offer to invest in and back a robo business and the factors to consider to help potential investors pick a winner.

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CSR vs purpose: an evolution or different concept altogether?

Academic expert, Victoria Hurth, examines the difference between purpose and CSR, and the value of both in business

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

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Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial