The latest UK Chancellor’s budget has introduced several economic measures that are likely to impact employers in various sectors. Below are the key challenges employers will face as a result of these changes. Access full report here.
The UK hotel industry is anticipated to experience a dynamic year ahead, driven by various factors including economic conditions, changes in consumer behaviour, and evolving market trends. Key aspects affecting the industry are post-pandemic recovery, inflationary pressures, and technological advancements Access full report here.
In the dynamic business landscape of the UK, hiring a contingency fee-based consultancy offers a compelling value proposition for organisations seeking expert advice with aligned interests. Such consultancies operate on a performance-based payment structure, which means their fees are contingent upon achieving predetermined outcomes or milestones. This model incentivises the consultancy to deliver results...
While key potential developments provide a broad overview, the actual outcomes for the British economy in 2024 will depend on a complex interplay of factors and unforeseen events. Continuous monitoring of economic indicators and policy responses will be essential for navigating uncertainties and fostering sustainable economic prosperity. Access full report here.
“Despite modest economic prospects and a strong hotel development pipeline, hotel prices are trending upwards in 2024, albeit with reduced velocity compared to 2023”. Amex GBT Consulting 2023 Access full report here.
“As part of the Business Insights and Conditions Survey (BICS), businesses were asked about their main concern for the next month, July 2023”. “For the first time this year, energy prices were not the top reported concern”. ONS July 2023 Access full report here.
Are the gloomy colours of the British Economy going to remain dull for a while yet, or are there some positive changes shining through? Access full report here.
As we all know, the very sombre 20-21 sent the world into a “hibernation programme” with a long two year lockdown. We have now almost left Covid behind, but coming into 2023, there are still many other challenges to overcome. For businesses this has been like a never ending winter with the prevailing winds...
During the last years, retailers have been driven by the continuous ever growing expectation from customers to get the highest service levels, and the need to find higher percentages in cost reduction to run their daily operations. Businesses have been seeking better ways to think out of the box in order to improve their...
As inflation rates continue to rise, businesses must find ways to reduce their expenses in order to stay afloat. One of the most effective ways to do this is through cost management. By carefully tracking their spending and identifying areas where they can save, businesses can cut down on their overall expenses significantly. In...
Administrative tasks can become very expensive for any organisation. It is easy to forget in how many different ways time is wasted, and with it, the money losses incurred. From the moment an email is received, opened and read, the attachment is downloaded and the right field in the database is located to proceed...
Whilst the outlook towards the latter part of 2022 looks promising, many companies still need to be diligent and think outside of the box to improve both their Cash Flow and Profitability; enabling both survival and growth. Access full report here.
This report is one in a series, which shares how British business trading in the Food & Beverage and Wholesale & Distribution sectors, have been impacted by Brexit and Covid. We all heard how challenging times are a great foundation for new ideas and opportunities, but before we experience the Good, there will be...
Restaurants, Pubs & Bars have had to fight a long hard battle just to remain in the game. And for the Hospitality sector, what a battle this has been. Lasting longer than some wars, this has been the sector worst hit. Against all odds, like gladiators, they have had to fight hammer and nail...
This report is one in a series, which shares how British business trading in the Retail and Hospitality sectors, have been impacted by Brexit and Covid. We all heard how challenging times are a great foundation for new ideas and opportunities, but before we experience the Good, there will be several encounters with the...
This report is one in a series, which shares how British business trading in the Construction & Engineering sector, have been impacted by Brexit and Covid. We all heard how challenging times are a great foundation for new ideas and opportunities, but before we experience the Good, there will be several encounters with the...
The world has been in turmoil. The last 18 months have changed so many dynamics and affected so many organisations in various different ways. Whilst a few have been propelled, the majority have struggled, stagnated, and even closed down. This has been a world of sudden change, and extremes. Where are we heading to?...
If you are considering ways to reduce your business costs, the challenge is to focus on the areas that do not detract from the good running of your business, but in fact improve the overall performance. There are many obvious places to start, but it can be the less obvious that create the desired...