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- Sustainability
- Tips
10 April 2025
Simple swaps your business can make to become more sustainable
Customers and staff are increasingly aware of business's impact on the environment. Here are some strategies that can make a significant difference across various business settings.
- Start-up
- Blog
09 April 2025
Don’t try to grow your start-up alone
Chris Leggett shares his experience of starting and growing a business - and how to access valuable support.
- Export
- News
07 April 2025
US tariffs on UK imports: What you need to know
Links to the latest information, plus businesses are invited to share their feedback with UK Government by 1 May 2025.
- Sustainability
- Case study
03 April 2025
How Dreadnought Tiles made significant savings to their energy usage with BEAS
Dreadnought Tiles reduced its energy usage and costs through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS).
- Innovation
- Case study
31 March 2025
Dudley manufacturer moves into emerging and growing markets
Midtherm is branching out into new markets after joining the Supply Chain Transition programme.
- Innovation
- Case study
31 March 2025
Long-established Henley Engineers moves into new markets
"If you are serious about transitioning, this programme gives you the tools and confidence to make the right decisions.”
- Innovation
- Case study
31 March 2025
Welding specialist moves into new markets
“The programme was enlightening and the one-to-one sessions were invaluable.”
- Employer resources
- Tips
24 March 2025
Leading teams with confidence
Understand your staff’s motivations, your own leadership style and how you can support your team to reach a shared goal. Essential tips for effective leadership.