Establishing an online presence is no longer just an option but a necessity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to thrive. A crucial component in this digital transformation is the adoption of reliable online payment solutions, such as those offered by Worldpay, a leading payment solutions provider. This article explores how SMEs can enhance their online presence and drive growth in the competitive e-commerce landscape. Embracing e-commerce: The digital shift For SMEs, the shift to online operations is not just beneficial – it’s essential. The digital age offers a broader audience and the potential for significant growth. With tools…
Author: Greg Robinson
When I first met with Matt Mytenka, the Vice President of Sales for Worldpay’s International and US Direct Business I admit, I wasn’t sure how to define his title. However, as we spoke, he not only demystified his role in the payments industry but helped me understand how Worldpay helps small business owners, like me grow their businesses. What is Worldpay? Worldpay provides payment processing solutions allowing businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments – globally, online and in store. Can you describe your role and responsibilities at Worldpay? My role has many facets, but if I…
With the exciting British Grand Prix just behind us and the Hungary Grand Prix just around the corner, Pierre Berlin, General Manager of EMEA at monday.com, provides some insight on the lessons SME leaders can learn from a well oiled F1 pitstop team. As Formula One stars like Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, and Lando Norris compete on the track, a key part of their success is attributed to the pitstop crews supporting them. It’s no secret that a well-oiled pitstop team can be the deciding factor in winning races. A pitstop is a highly coordinated activity that depends on seamless…
Award-winning Olympian javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread MBE will be the keynote speaker at the Big Business Breakfast, sponsored by Business West. This event is part of the Great British Expo’s South West Expo, taking place at the Steam Museum in Swindon on July 17, 2024. The breakfast event is from 8:30 am to 9:45 am. Fatima, who was awarded the 2023 BBC Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award for outstanding achievement in the face of adversity, will share her inspiring story of resilience at the Big Business Breakfast. She will recount her journey from being abandoned as a…
2023 marked the great office return, with a steep rise in interest for both employees and employers returning to the office environment. According to the Virgin Media O2 Business Future of Work study, 58% of workers cited stronger connections with colleagues as a primary motivation for returning to the office, while 55% reported improved mental health attributed to in-office work environments. Currently 57% of business leaders expect their employees to return to the workplace full-time, with only 9% permitting fully remote work, according to recent research. Despite this trend, a significant portion of the workforce continues to operate remotely. With…
The UK’s economic landscape is showing promising signs of recovery, with recent data indicating a notable upturn. Key voices in the business community are urging the new Government to seize this momentum and implement growth-focused policies to sustain and enhance this positive trajectory. , National Chair of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), responded to the Office for National Statistics figures showing a 0.4% rise in GDP for May: “The good growth registered in May picks up the momentum from the strong economic expansion seen in the first quarter, following April’s lull. To achieve the Prime Minister’s ambition to drive…
Litigation – that is, formally dealing with a dispute through the parties’ domestic courts – has long been the go-to solution when commercial disputes arise, but this form of dispute resolution has been regarded as lengthy, costly, and does little to preserve any commercial goodwill between the parties involved. Conversely, Arbitration has become an internationally welcome form of commercial dispute resolution. So, what does arbitration entail, and is it the right choice for you should you find yourself at the centre of an ongoing commercial dispute? What is arbitration? There are times where formal litigation is unavoidable. However, both commercially…
Well, it was inevitable, we all knew what the result would be, but we had to wait 6 weeks for it to be made official. The Labour Party has clinched a decisive victory in the recent UK election, ushering in a new era under the leadership of Keir Starmer. This resounding win marks a significant shift in the political landscape, reflecting the electorate’s desire for change and renewal. As the dust settles on the election aftermath, Starmer’s new Labour government faces the formidable task of translating their mandate into tangible progress and addressing the myriad challenges that lie ahead. The…
Free-from food company Creative Nature has been celebrated with three awards at the Free From Food Awards, at the presentation ceremony in London. Founded in 2012 by Julianne Ponan MBE, Creative Nature emerged from Julianne’s personal journey with multiple food allergies and anaphylaxis. The company’s dedication to creating delicious, safe, and inclusive food options has propelled it to the forefront of the industry. The Free From Food Awards, established in 2008, are the UK’s premier awards recognising excellence in the free-from food and drink industry. Highly respected and trusted, these awards highlight the innovation and quality within this growing market.…
Events like ClimbUK, the UK’s festival of innovation, industry and investment, aim to demystify the process of growing a business, bringing together industry experts with representatives from the startup and scaleup community to share insights, knowledge and experience. In this article, Gordon Bateman, founder of Investor Ladder and Climb24, shares three key learnings from this year’s conference and how they could help you take your SME to the next level. Resilience is key The topic of resilience featured heavily throughout Climb24, with many of the 2,000 attendees agreeing that this was vital in weathering the startup landscape. Dominic McGregor, founder…