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Ten steps to improving your cyber security

Cyber crime costs UK businesses over £4.5 million annually and the threat is growing. Don’t let your business be vulnerable. Our latest article outlines ten essential steps to shield your operations from cyber threats. From cultivating awareness and basic security measures to advanced strategies like encryption and recovery planning, these tips are crucial for any business.

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Cyber security for SMEs

Is your business truly safe from cyber threats? In a rapidly digitalising world, cyber security is not just a big corporation’s concern – it’s crucial for SMEs too. Discover why effective cyber security is the backbone of your business’s safety. Our comprehensive article dives into the real risks SMEs face, from malware to phishing attacks, and the catastrophic impacts of cyber crimes.

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Business-focused Autumn Statement outlines support for SMEs

Delve into the Autumn Statement, a transformative blueprint for small businesses. Featuring permanent ‘full expensing’, a £50m apprenticeship fund, and extended tax reliefs. For a comprehensive analysis and to discover how Capify’s finance solutions align with these new opportunities, read the full article.

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How to write an effective business plan

How to write an effective business plan

Let us guide you through the principles of creating a business plan that reflects the unique essence of your brand, a plan that not only serves as a reminder of your foundational passion but also as a proven catalyst for accelerated growth. Click here to find out more.

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Strategy

Ten steps to improving your cyber security

Cyber crime costs UK businesses over £4.5 million annually and the threat is growing. Don’t let your business be vulnerable. Our latest article outlines ten essential steps to shield your operations from cyber threats. From cultivating awareness and basic security measures to advanced strategies like encryption and recovery planning, these tips are crucial for any business.

Continue Reading »

Cyber security for SMEs

Is your business truly safe from cyber threats? In a rapidly digitalising world, cyber security is not just a big corporation’s concern – it’s crucial for SMEs too. Discover why effective cyber security is the backbone of your business’s safety. Our comprehensive article dives into the real risks SMEs face, from malware to phishing attacks, and the catastrophic impacts of cyber crimes.

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Agriculture Trends for 2023

Discover the Five Pivotal Trends Reshaping the UK Agricultural Sector and How Capify Can Help You Navigate Them. From volatile input costs to a seismic shift in consumer habits, uncover the challenges and opportunities awaiting SMEs in agriculture. Learn more now!

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7 Steps to make your SME more sustainable

7 Steps to make your SME more sustainable

Unlock the untapped potential of sustainability for your business. Learn how going green isn’t just good for the planet—it’s a game-changer for attracting top talent, winning customers, and securing investment. Even small steps can yield big rewards for SMEs. Read now to transform your business strategy.

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Business News

What does the banking crisis mean for SMEs?

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has raised concerns over contagion in the banking system and fears of another banking crisis. Thankfully, a lot has changed since the great banking collapse of 2008, including innovations in lending that SMEs rely on to support their operations

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Survey

Cash concerns grow for UK SMEs

The latest quarterly survey has painted a worrying picture for small businesses with cash balances dropping and cash flow presenting major problems. These difficult circumstances have led to a decrease in SME confidence and have left many businesses struggling. In this article we look at the cause for SME concerns.

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Funding

Business-focused Autumn Statement outlines support for SMEs

Delve into the Autumn Statement, a transformative blueprint for small businesses. Featuring permanent ‘full expensing’, a £50m apprenticeship fund, and extended tax reliefs. For a comprehensive analysis and to discover how Capify’s finance solutions align with these new opportunities, read the full article.

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How to write an effective business plan

How to write an effective business plan

Let us guide you through the principles of creating a business plan that reflects the unique essence of your brand, a plan that not only serves as a reminder of your foundational passion but also as a proven catalyst for accelerated growth. Click here to find out more.

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Capify announces new £45m SME Loan Fund

Are you among the 76% of SME owners concerned about your cash reserves? Struggling to secure funding from traditional banks? Look no further. Capify, the UK Credit Awards’ SME Lender of the Year, unveils a groundbreaking £45m SME Loan Fund. Don’t miss out—this fund is available only until December 31st.

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Business loans for women

Explore how innovative solutions are bridging the gap and empowering women entrepreneurs to access the funding they need for their small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Click here to read the full article and discover how these innovative financing options are leveling the playing field for women-owned businesses.

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Productivity

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Is this the end of billable hours?

Learn how changing customer demands are reshaping billing structures in the business and professional services sector. Read our latest article to learn how legal firms, accountants, architects, and more are transitioning to alternative billing models for enhanced competitiveness. Don’t miss out on this industry revolution!

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4 Top Tips for improving work-life balance for small business owners

Running a small business can put tremendous strain on your ability to achieve a healthy work-life balance. The demands of business ownership often result in longer, sometimes anti-social, hours and it can be harder to switch off. But carving out time for non-work activities is essential for your wellbeing, and that of your friends and family. It will also be better for the business.

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Using BI To Improve Cash Flow

This article looks at the type of data SMEs might look at to help improve its cash flow visibility and performance. Some of these processes can be automated through BI tools and software which is now more accessible and affordable for SMEs.

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