HR

Human Resources

Sickness absence cost UK economy £17bn

The UK economy lost 190 million working days to absence last year, with employees taking an average of 6.5 days off sick.

Opinion

Paternal peril

The government's planned changes to parental leave will mean nothing short of a nightmare for small businesses.

Human Resources

HR outsourcing: the basics

Using external providers to do the job of a personnel or HR department might save money, but the process is not without its pitfalls. GrowthBusiness weighs up the benefits and the risks.

News

Stress is lead cause of absenteeism

Three-quarters of HR professionals say the number of employees taking time off with stress-related complaints has risen in the last five years, according to research from recruitment firm Reed.

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.