Picking out business vehicles or energy suppliers can seem like tedious tasks for ambitious SME owners. From deciding whether you should lease or hire a fleet, to finding the most cost effective energy supplier, keeping your SME running smoothly can take up valuable time. Here's our selection of guides and articles covering energy, equipment and vehicles to help you along.
Energy-Efficient Technology To Reduce Business Energy Costs Explained
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If you want to reduce business energy costs, here's a free guide to understanding what technology is available to help manage your utility bills
5 Effective Ways to Cut Business Costs in 2023
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Learn how to combat economic downturn with a well planned cost reduction strategy. We share the best ways to cut business costs without risking future growth.
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Businesses
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In this guide, we outline the support small businesses can expect from the Energy Bill Relief Scheme and steps you can take to save money on your energy bills.
5 Ways for Small Businesses to Manage Inflation
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From energy prices to wages, spiralling costs pose a serious threat to business recovery and profitability. Here are 5 strategies to protect your SME from the impact of inflation
Tackling Fleet Management Challenges with Tech
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Andreas Schneider of Vimcar explores how technology can be used to help tackle common fleet management challenges, such as preparing for the introduction of Clean Air Zones
How to Find the Right IT Service Provider
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Vikki Durden of UK IT Service shares her tips on how to know when it's time to switch IT Service providers as a small business owner and how to find the right one
The Benefits of Fleet Van Insurance for SMEs
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Mark McKenna of specialist insurance brokers Bluedrop Services talks us through the key benefits of fleet van insurance for growing businesses in the UK
6 Steps to Building an Efficient Business Fleet
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A savvy fleet strategy can help bring down costs and improve your business’ bottom line. Crown Oil's Simon Fitton shares six steps to help reduce your business' fleet overheads
Construction Equipment Leasing vs Financing
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Patrick Hogan, CEO of Handle, explores the pros and cons of equipment leasing and financing to guide you through which is a better fit for your construction business
Dealing with Data Loss from Business Devices
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Andrew Magee, Development Manager at software specialist Enigma Recovery, explains what to do if you've lost data from one of your business devices
How to Choose a Phone System for Your SME
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Here's a quick guide to the pros and cons of cloud-based and on-premises telephone systems to help you decide which system best suits your business needs
6 Ways Your SME Can Become Carbon Neutral
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If you're concerned about your business' carbon emissions, here are six ways to help your business become more environmentally-conscious
Selecting the Right Business Vehicles for Your SME
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Whether you're leasing, renting or purchasing, choosing the right type of business vehicle for your SME can seem like a complex process. Here are six considerations to get you started
How to Save Money on Your Business’ Utility Bills
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Kelly Ivison, Managing Director of Exchange Utility, outlines her top tips on how SMEs can save money on their business utility bills through smart plugs, solar power and more
How Can Vehicle Tracking Benefit SMEs?
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Vehicle tracking and telematics devices are normally associated with insurance discounts, but could they provide other benefits when used to manage a company fleet?
Saving Energy Costs Across Your Business Fleet
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Tom Preston of Hippo Leasing explores the many ways SME leaders can save energy while running a more productive and efficient business fleet
Is Vehicle Leasing the Right Option for Your SME?
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To buy or to lease? Many SMEs struggle to weigh the pros and cons of leasing a fleet of vehicles versus purchasing outright. Tom Preston talks us through the key points to consider
How to Go Green Without Impacting Profit Margins
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Implementing green workplace policies can save you money, improve company reputation, and help the environment. We explore eco-friendly changes that can boost profits
Business Energy: Getting the Best Deal for Your SME
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As a small business owner, you'll want to pay as little as possible for your energy supply. Here's how to avoid the traps of the business energy market
Setting Up an Energy Contract for Your Business
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Finding the right energy supplier can be a headache for small business owners. Here's a simple guide to getting your business utilities up and running
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