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Management accounts
Analyse costs, records, sales volumes and projected forecasts to evaluate the financial implications.
Business security: protecting staff
How to provide a safe workplace and develop strategies that will protect employees from criminal and violent behaviour.
Business security survey
How to protect your business internally and externally by performing a survey to reveal weaknesses in security.
CCTV surveillance
Choose an appropriate closed-circuit television system to deter intruders and potentially lower insurance premiums.
Business security: cash
How to handle cash, cheques, and debit and credit card payments securely.
Business security: stock and theft prevention
Keep track of stock, maintain security, and avoid staff theft by restricting access to stock and using CCTV.
Tips for presenting your business plan
Tips for business plan presentation, such as appendices, proofreading and further advice and support.
Financial accounts
Companies must file accounts at Companies House, unincorporated businesses must use accounts to support tax returns.
Business security plans and procedures
Plans and procedures to physically secure your business property and assets.
Business benefits of new software
Discover how new software can boost productivity, streamline operations, cut costs, improve security and support business growth.
Types of business software
Discover the differences between bespoke and off-the-shelf business software, and what it means to buy or create your own applications.
Types of software licences for business
Understand the different types of software licences, how to comply with licensing terms and conditions, legal considerations and risks to your business.
Specialised requirements for your accounting package
Tailored accounts packages can include specialised features, such as VAT schemes, stock control and electronic payment features.
Benefits of computer networks
Key advantages of networking your computers and reducing costs by sharing your files, resources and storage on a business network.
Office networks
Understand the different types of office computer networks, including peer-to-peer and client/server local area networks.
Advanced computer networks: intranets, extranets and VPNs
Different types of business computer networks, including wide area networks, virtual private networks, cloud networks, intranets and extranets.
Assess your networking needs and requirements
How to define your networking requirements and what to consider when assessing your computer networking needs.
How to search for existing patents
Find out why patent searches matter, how to search for patents, and what to check to confirm your idea’s originality.
Step-by-step guide to applying for a UK patent
Understand the UK patent application process and follow simple steps to prepare and file a patent application for your invention.
Protecting your patent in the UK
Understand how to enforce your patent rights, the importance of proactive enforcement and taking protective action.