Latest Guides & Tips
Cold comfort
SmallBusiness.co.uk reveals why it is prudent to prepare now for ice and snow disruption.
Can Businesses Combine Their Energy?
Households are constantly reminded about the option of combining their energy providers, but what about businesses?
Remote working
Businesses and their employees have much to gain from operating flexible working options.
How cloud computing supports flexible working
Cloud computing is an interesting solution for SMEs and independent professionals, in terms of providing more flexibility for facing market competition.
Working from home
Deciding where to physically carry out your work is something which needs careful consideration. The nature of your business may dictate your location or premises choice.
Swine flu continuity plan
Swine flu is expected to keep one in eight off work in September, according to the latest government figures. But before you start yelling ‘plague’ and run home to paint a red cross on your door – read our tips on how to prepare your business for the worst.
Tax and home-based businesses
As a business you can claim tax allowances. This means you can deduct a proportion of certain costs from your taxable profits and reduce your tax bill. SmallBusiness.co.uk explains.
Flexible working: Is it for you?
Chaining employees to their desks and ruling their working lives with an iron fist is a practice that's dead and buried. This podcast and webchat tells you why.
Businesses without premises
You do not necessarily need an office to run a small business; a virtual office could be all you need. Or with the advent of even more technology, you may not even need that.
A Guide to Running a Business from Home
Some articles on the advantages and disadvantages of starting up a business from home.
Guide to mobile working
One of the key benefits of a mobile office environment is increased productivity, as you can work at home, on the move, or even at client premises. Mobile devices also enable you to spend more time with your clients, customers and suppliers.
Working from home
This free factsheet lists a few tips to consider when running a business or working from home, with additional tips on childproofing your home office.
