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How SMEs Can Benefit from Using AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just for big tech companies. Today, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are using AI to streamline operations, improve customer service, and gain a competitive edge—often with minimal investment. Here’s how AI can benefit your business: 1) Save Time and Money: Automate repetitive tasks like invoicing, scheduling, and customer support to free up your team for higher-value work. 2) Smarter Decision-Making: AI tools can analyse…

How SMEs Can Get Involved in the New Hospital Programme: A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity

The UK Government’s New Hospital Programme (NHP) represents the most significant investment in NHS infrastructure in decades — and it’s bringing major opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across a wide range of sectors. With a long-term pipeline of projects valued at £37 billion over 12 years, this is not just a construction initiative — it’s a national mission to modernise healthcare and strengthen supply chains for years to…

Businesses Invited to Shape Future of Public Procurement: Have Your Say

The Cabinet Office has launched a 10-week public consultation on reforms to public procurement, designed to strengthen British industry, create jobs, and boost skills across the workforce. The consultation is open now and closes on Friday, 5th September. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this is a key opportunity to influence how public sector contracts are awarded in future and ensure procurement processes better support the growth of smaller businesses….

Transforming lives with business surplus stock

Leicester based charity Giving World has been on a mission since 2001, to provide life essentials—like clothing, toiletries and household items to people living in poverty – excess stock from businesses. Shamefully one in every third child in the UK lives below the poverty threshold. That’s 10 in every average classroom. Giving World helps those families by redistributing surplus goods from businesses to those who need them most, preventing waste,…

Cyber Threats Are Rising: Protect Your Business Today

Over a quarter of UK businesses faced a cyber-attack in the last year, and experts warn the threat is only growing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially at risk, often with limited resources to defend against sophisticated attacks highlights a report from Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) Don’t wait until it’s too late. A single cyber breach can disrupt your operations, damage your reputation, and cost thousands. Why…

LLBSP Business Gateway Growth Hub: A One-Stop Shop for Business Development

At the Business Gateway, our primary goal is to empower you to achieve long-term success and growth for your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, we’re here to provide guidance and support.