‘Tis the season of the office Christmas party, a chance for employees to let their hair down, have a drink and get merry. But a party atmosphere, uninhibited staff members and too many complimentary white wines can sometimes have a less-than-desired effect. The NHS says that more than 80,000 people require hospital treatment every year
The Met Office recently announced storm names for 2018-19, meaning flood season is officially here and set to make waves across the UK once again. In recent years, the threat of flooding has increased significantly, and these rough waters don’t appear to be leaving anytime soon. In fact, the Met Office predicted climate change could
A few inches of powdery snow might send the nation into a frenzy, but business owners will testify that the prospect of a day off work can have a serious impact on profits. However, a little bit of preparation can be key to avoiding disruption due to cold weather – and business interruption. Employee Attendance Bad
As flood season approaches, many organisations are bolstering their risk management practices to prevent serious damage from a natural disaster. But unlike the downpour of a flood, many business disasters don’t have a season—they can happen year-round. Whether it be a deadly cyber-attack or a costly material shortage, business disasters can often cause a chain
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma caused an estimated $150 billion to $200 billion in damages to Texas and Florida in the United States, according to Moody’s Analytics. The increased devastation by hurricanes in the States has a connection to the heightened risk of unprecedented rainfall in the United Kingdom. This winter, the Met Office predicts a
Before you launch your business, you’ll no doubt have thought long and hard about what your business is; what it sells, how it sells it and crucially, who it sells to. Your target audience is essential. After all, it’s these customers that will dictate the fate of your firm, whether it flourishes into a larger
Starting a business is exhilarating. Insurance isn’t. Dependent on the type and size of your business, you’ll likely need some level of insurance to legally satisfy your business duties. Checking out insurance types and deciding which is and isn’t applicable to you, is stressful, time-consuming and can make you feel out of your depth. Due
It’s a good idea for businesses to introduce both an internal and external plan of action should a data breach occur within their business. This will mean that your team will be better prepared and will have an increased chance of getting things right the first time. Ultimately, this could serve towards limiting damage to
Time theft is when your employee accepts payment for work which they have not done the hours for, or similarly if they have done the hours but haven’t completed the necessary amount of work in that space of time. Examples of time theft: Employees taking longer breaks than they’re allotted. This is one of the
No matter how bright the future looks for your business, you never know when disaster will strike. Whether it be a flood or destructive building fire, underinsurance can be a problem. It is vital to have proper insurance policies to protect your business from any interruptions—especially if you are a SME with minimal financial flexibility.
