Look to the future now…
As the year draws to a close, and with the political agenda more certain following the result of the general election, it’s time to look to the future.
2019 has been a year of ups and down for many businesses…The political landscape has been turbulent to say the least, and there’s no doubt that the protracted Brexit debate has had a knock-on effect on the economy at large.
So how can you best place your business to ride out the ups and downs that may present themselves in the future?
Technology
Having the right tools in place to make business processes simpler is one of the most powerful ways to position your business for success in any circumstances. The introduction of technology can also go a long way to streamlining processes as a whole – often giving business owners greater confidence that things will run as they would like in their absence. A word of warning…technology develops at a fast rate and just because the systems you have in place now are suitable, it doesn’t mean a better solution won’t be developed in the future. As such, it’s important to keep an eye on the market and be open and willing to look at new tools down the line.
Cash flow
In the current environment of low interest rates, borrowing is generally considered to be ‘cheap’. However, the burden of too much debt can often prove itself to be the downfall of many businesses and retaining a good level of cash flow generally places businesses in extremely good stead. There are lots of tools and accounting software that can assist in cash flow management, also allowing you to easily access accurate financial information so you can plan effectively and manage your money efficiently.
People
We often talk about the importance of ‘having the right people on the bus’ and in turbulent times, this is more relevant than ever. With an enthusiastic and engaged team around you, taking on the hurdles that may present themselves is that bit easier. One thing that employers need to be mindful of as they head forward into the New Year and beyond is to ensure that their team feel happy and fulfilled in their roles. Regular one to ones can help to get to the heart of how an employee is feeling and can allow employers to identify any concerns at an early stage, before it starts to affect attitude to work.
We’re currently working with a number of business owners to put plans in place for the coming 12 months. For more information or to talk to us about any aspect of improving or developing your business, please get in touch.
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