Information Sheets

A list of reports covering Life Sciences, Chemicals, Energy, Technology and Consumer FMCG.

Many people see a franchise as a relatively easy way to start a business.

The development of a comprehensive Pricing Strategy has a major impact on the success or otherwise of the business. 

One of the ongoing challenges successful businesses face is in optimizing customer satisfaction and developing Customer Relationship Management. So many companies "jump on the bandwagon" of improving...

What are quality management system standards and how can they benefit you?

Stress ‐ "The adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them”

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With over 99% of businesses across the West Midlands classed as a small to medium sized enterprise (SME) and many of these within growth industry sectors requiring new skills and up to date knowledge...

I'm a director of a software development business which develops 'cloud' based applications....

If a company has anything good or unusual to report, prepare a media release that explains what it is, why it is special or unusual, and how it benefits their readers/listeners/viewers.

Although you may not always be competing directly with a national product or service, you will almost definitely be competing with every one else for a share of a customer’s spending power and...

A new Technology Strategy Board scheme is offering funding to SMEs to engage in R&D projects in the strategically important areas of science, engineering and technology.

Every business will have its ups and downs and consequences can be as severe with an upturn in trade as a downturn.

Our clients work very hard.  They sometimes have to take considered risks. They know their products and services well.  What...

I’m an Accountant – why should I be interested in Central Accounting?

Just as the importance of ethnic minority businesses is growing in Birmingham, so too is the influence of the Institute of Asian Businesses (IAB) – a key part of Birmingham Chamber.

Millions of people suffer from food poisoning every year in the UK. Usually it is mild and self inflicted and goes unreported. However more and more people are eating food prepared by someone else,...

Guide for managers on flexible working

An important part of any business will be the marketing plan here you will find a list of common headings which you can use to put together your own marketing plan. This may be a stand-alone document...

There are a number of ways in which Banks and other funders will assess applications for funding, be this overdraft / loan / factoring or equity finance. This information sheet gives an insight into...

Businesses are often asked to produce a Business Plan when trying to raise finance or attract a strategic partner, but most businesses even without a formal Business Plan recognise the need to structure...