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SMEs to benefit from new patent reforms
SMEs will receive 'greater levels' of clarity from the latest Europe-wide patent law reforms, according to an industry expert.
SMEs should combine internet and postal marketing
SMEs should use the internet and postal marketing in a 'complimentary way' to ensure maximum effectiveness, says a marketing expert.
Number of female entrepreneurs on the up
The number of men who run their own SMEs is more than women, yet increasing numbers of females are starting up their own businesses, says an industry expert.
Companies act 'a good move'
The Companies Act has been welcomed by industry experts as it cuts down on regulation for SMEs, which is 'a good move'.
Confidence to start an SME can be gained at University
Starting a business requires a certain amount of confidence and life skills which can be acquired through time spent at university, claims a graduate careers expert.
Traditional forms of internet advertising carry less risk
Traditional forms of online advertising carry less risk for SMEs than newer strategies, claims a marketing company.
'Think like customers', small business owners told
SMEs trying to appeal to customers need to think like them when designing a direct marketing campaign, claims one marketing expert.
Businesses should document 'absolutely everything'
A senior manager at Business Link London has said businesses should "document absolutely everything" to minimise the potential damage of an indemnity claim.
SMEs with no online presence face 'grave danger' from competitors
New research has revealed that only half of all SMEs possess an online presence despite this leaving their market position open to threat from competitors.
SMEs 'drowned out' by larger companies
SMEs are in danger of being "drowned out" by larger companies when it comes to connecting with the graduate community, according to an industry body.
ICAEW says SMEs need help to go global
SMEs want to operate globally but require government support to achieve international aims, says the Institute of Chartered of Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW) in recent research.
SMEs need to manage risk
Most SMEs do little to manage risks as "they're too busy getting on with the job", says the Institute of Risk Management (IRM).
Graduates more aware of own business benefits
Graduates are increasingly aware of the opportunities and benefits afforded by running their own business and of the support on offer, claims the National Council of Graduate Entrepreneurship (NCGE).
Maintaining an up-to-date database important for businesses
An up-to-date database of contacts is essential for those businesses communicating with customers by post, say the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
Internet direct marketing 'very useful' for SMEs
Conducting direct marketing over the internet and via e-mail can be very efficient for small businesses and a better option than traditional direct mail, according to a direct marketing expert.