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Inventory management has always been one of the most challenging aspects of running a business - have too much and you run the risk of waste, have too little and you could disappoint customers - it’s enough to send a shiver down any business owner’s spine. It’s all about striking the right balance, but how? Modern-day technology can provide the solution, and in this article, we’ll explain how tPOS can help you nail inventory management and get creative with your stock.

Taking on an apprentice can offer major business benefits and ultimately result in a new pool of home-grown talent for your company.  Apprenticeships are all about earning while learning - your new prodigy will work alongside you or other experienced staff members with the aim of achieving a work-based qualification at the end. 

There are plenty of online marketing tools out there which won’t cost you a penny and you can start using them now.   If you're looking for some serious insights into your online marketing, then look no further than Google Analytics. This really is the bread and butter of understanding how your customers and prospects are behaving on your website. 

Accepting card payments is a staple these days for businesses big and small - card payments are the most popular way of transacting for consumers. For that reason, there’s now a sizeable market when it comes to payments providers vying for business owners’ custom, which has its pros and cons. 

Creating a simple, well-designed website can help you tell your customers about your offering, but where should you start?  We’ll kick-off with our guide to creating a great website, and then highlight some of the best options on the market to get you started.