Small businesses are a prime target for cyber attacks, with 43% of all attacks aimed at them. These threats, from data breaches to ransomware, pose significant risks to operations, customer trust, and business reputation. Cyber criminals often perceive smaller organisations as having weaker defences, making robust cyber security essential for safeguarding sensitive business and customer … Read more
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. General Motors has taken a $5bn charge against its businesses in China, laying bare the slowdown in what was once the US carmaker’s largest market. On Wednesday, GM said that there was a “material loss … Read more
Today, work isn’t limited to the office. Smartphones and tablets allow business owners and employees to perform vital tasks from answering emails to conducting important business transactions from home or on the go. Unfortunately, this increased freedom and utility comes with its own set of risks. Therefore, it is important for businesses to hire mobile … Read more
Cyberattacks cost UK businesses approximately £44 billion (US$55.3 billion) in lost revenue over the past five years, according to research published by Howden, the London-based insurance intermediary group. Half of those businesses (52%), or 1.3 million private sector companies, have suffered at least one cyberattack during that time period (2019-2024), costing on average 1.9% of … Read more
Local SEO Strategies for Small Businesses Local SEO for small businesses is like other aspects of marketing. It continually evolves, and you can never rely solely on yesterday’s tips and tricks. However, there are many core strategies you can start using right now to boost your brand awareness. 1. Build and Maintain a Mobile-Friendly Website … Read more