A record number of new businesses opened last year so if you’re looking to stand out from the crowd, you’ll need to a make strong first impression. A witty or quirky business name is usually much more memorable, which, in turn, can impact customer perception, add recommendations and give you increased exposure on social media.
As climate change brings unpredictable weather patterns and extremes, it has never been so important for businesses to have an adverse weather policy. Organisations must balance the need for business continuity against the requirement to avoid unnecessary risk. Without an adverse weather policy, employees may be uncertain about the rules that apply during harsh weather
Is Christmas really Christmas without the classic films that seem to have been with us forever? There are few better feelings over the festive period than cosying up with snacks in front of our favourite movie. For the characters involved, though, it’s stressful, humiliating and often painful. Without further ado, we take a look at
2,692 shops closed down on Britain’s high streets between January and June this year with more stores expected to continually disappear. The PwC report shows that store closures outweigh new openings by over 1,100. By 2030, it’s predicted more than 100,000 more stores will close as e-commerce continues to thrive. Not surprisingly, fashion shops and
When we need an answer to a burning question, it’s common for many of us turn to Google. But when it comes to employment law, the public has been asking the search engine some worrying questions about exactly what powers bosses do and don’t have over their employees. Here are some of the questions, and
‘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
