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Improving sustainable practices from plant to package
There are a variety of different routes you can take in making your business more sustainable and improving the impact your company has on workers, society and the environment. Pai Skincare is one example of a company that’s thoroughly scrutinising its entire business model in its drive towards sustainability.
Making sustainability a core business value
DiamondAir’s sustainability policy has evolved from ticking a box to a value that’s firmly embedded in the business. Founder, Christina Lawford, explains how and why.
Business plan tool
Whether you want to raise funding or to understand the best opportunities for your business, a business plan is essential.
Wild – sustainability from the start
Launched in March 2020, Wild’s sustainable, natural deodorant taps into the growing demand for sustainable solutions that perform just as well as mainstream products but let people feel good about the difference they’re making.
What does Industry 4.0 mean for small business?
The technology behind the fourth industrial revolution, or ‘Industry 4.0’, is frequently showcased in the media, but how can smaller businesses, with a smaller budget, put them to use? What does the next stage in digital evolution mean for a local business and how can you make the most of the new opportunities it opens up?
A holistic approach to sustainability that delivers real opportunity
Sustainability is a hot topic, but what does it mean? Fiacre O’Donnell, Director of Sustainability at Encirc Ltd. explains that it’s about more than a business’ carbon footprint and why taking a holistic approach can drive opportunity.
Ignore sustainability at your peril – finding the risks and opportunities in net zero
Sustainability is climbing the business risk agenda, but it also offers significant opportunities for those companies keen to embrace a greener future. Find out how to turn risk into reward and build a more resilient and sustainable business.
Virtual card solution keeps travel business moving
With business hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Travel Company Edinburgh was in urgent need of a smooth way to keep cash flowing. HSBC’s solution put the company back in control as it adapts to thrive in new circumstances.
Working capital optimisation – how a data driven consultative approach can unlock opportunity
Whatever your size of business or sector you operate in, working capital optimisation is one of the pillars of success. Michael Wilding, Relationship Director at HSBC UK, shares his thoughts on the challenges businesses face when it comes to working capital and the best strategies and approaches to overcome them.
HSBC’s integrated Cash Flow Forecasting tool helps Harvey Nash increase accuracy and efficiency
A ‘manual’ approach to cash flow forecasting at a business based across multiple countries was hampering Harvey Nash’s ability to generate fast and accurate reports. Implementation of HSBC’s Cash Flow Forecasting Tool, hosted within HSBCnet, proved just the solution to deliver on those requirements – as well as providing multiple other benefits.
6 ways to boost your business through social media
Social media is a great tool to connect with your customers but how do you best use it to reach them in 2021? Here are our top tips on how to boost your business through social media and make sure you get the most out of the time you put in.