The Future of Retail: Virtual Assistants, AI, and Augmented Reality to Take Over High Streets Imagine walking into a store, and instead of a person behind the counter, you’re greeted by a friendly virtual reality (VR) shop assistant. Sounds futuristic, right? Well, it’s not as far off as you think. According to a new study, … Read more
The Struggles of Small Restaurants in the UK: Challenges and Solutions The UK restaurant scene is facing some serious challenges, especially for small, independent businesses. While high-profile restaurant chains like Byron and Jamie’s Italian have made headlines for their closures, it’s the smaller eateries that are feeling the most pressure. According to recent research, two … Read more
UK Businesses Warn: “Without Tech Investment, We Might Not Last 5 Years” More than three-quarters of UK businesses fear they could be out of business within five years—and the reason is simple: they’re falling behind on technology. That’s the alarming takeaway from a recent study by Dell Boomi, which surveyed 250 IT decision-makers at large … Read more
Why Your Team Might Be Struggling (And How to Boost Productivity Without Burning Out Your Budget) Keeping employee morale high is no easy task. As a business leader, it’s natural to think that a dip in productivity stems from personal issues your team members might be facing. But sometimes, the culprit is hiding in plain … Read more
Small Business Owners Missing Out on Summer Breaks—and Why It Matters Running your own business sounds like a dream for many—flexibility, independence, and being your own boss. But for hundreds of thousands of small business owners, the reality looks very different—especially when summer rolls around. A recent study by Simply Business, supported by the mental … Read more
Beginner’s Guide to Open Source Software for Business In today’s digital world, it’s hard to find a business that doesn’t rely on technology in some way. Whether you’re a startup owner or running a well-established enterprise, chances are you’ve either thought about using open source software or you’re already using it without even realizing. This … Read more
The Future of Logistics: How Technology is Changing the Game It’s crazy to think about how far we’ve come. Just a few years ago, the idea of driverless cars seemed like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, and commercial space travel felt like it was a century away. Fast forward to today, and we’re … Read more
Open Source Software: What You Need to Know for Your Business In today’s tech-driven world, many businesses are turning to open-source software (OSS) for its flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to tailor it to specific needs. However, like any solution, there are pros and cons. While open-source software can be a great way to reduce … Read more
James McAulay: From Cambridge Music Scene to Building Encore, the UK’s Airbnb for Musicians James McAulay, a 24-year-old musician and entrepreneur, is the co-founder and CEO of Encore, the UK’s largest platform for booking live musicians. He describes it as an “Airbnb for live musicians.” Here, he shares his journey, challenges, and how Encore is … Read more
The Rise of Remote Work: A New Era of Business Management In recent years, the world of business has undergone significant changes, with remote work becoming a major trend. Companies are increasingly embracing remote and hybrid work models, where employees work from various locations, often spread across different time zones. While there are numerous benefits … Read more