Articles, news and case studies
Looking for news and inspiration?
Read the latest business news, top tips, support and funding announcements, and success stories from across the region.
Found {{ data.pagination.resultCount }} matching results
- Tips
12 March 2025
Top tips for making your business more accessible
The spending power of disabled households, known as the Purple Pound, is worth £274 billion a year. You're missing out on profits if you're failing to meet the needs of disabled customers.
- Tips
26 February 2025
How to make the most of networking opportunities
The West Midlands Business Festival is the perfect chance to grow your network and make meaningful new connections to grow your business.
- Sustainability
- Tips
20 February 2025
5 ways BEAS can help businesses reduce their energy usage
BEAS is offering funding to implement energy efficiency measures for SMEs, but what are these measures and how do they work?
- Marketing
- Tips
29 January 2025
Tips for using AI to boost productivity within your business
Discover practical tips from our latest webinar on how AI can save time, boost productivity & transform your business operations.
- Employer resources
- Tips
29 January 2025
Bridging the skills gap with reverse mentoring
How reverse mentoring can address skills shortages in the West Midlands and support long-term business growth.
- Marketing
- Tips
14 January 2025
Top tips for TikTok success
TikTok offers unique opportunities for businesses, but succeeding on the platform requires a different approach than traditional social media. Here are top tips to help you make the most of TikTok to boost your business.
- Innovation
- Tips
06 January 2025
Simple steps to stay innovative as you grow your small business
It's not all just about AI and robotics. Innovation is about finding fresh ways to solve problems, improve efficiency, and deliver more value to customers.
- Employer resources
- Tips
06 January 2025
A small business guide to inclusivity and diversity
For small businesses, fostering an inclusive environment can lead to better decision-making and a stronger connection with a diverse customer base. Here’s how to cultivate inclusivity and diversity in your business.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Get the latest tips, event invitations and announcements delivered to your inbox
Sign up