About

Owen was a reporter for Bonhill Group plc writing across the Smallbusiness.co.uk and Growthbusiness.co.uk titles before moving on to be a Digital Technology reporter for the Express.co.uk.

Business Technology

SME owners must get on top of exponential tech to stay alive

Here, Shahzad Ali, managing director of Get Licensed, tells us why businesses should plan for the future of technology to stay alive.

Legal advice

Why you shouldn’t underestimate threat of kidnap and ransom

With a rise in the number of kidnap cases across the globe, we look at why businesses need to do more to protect their employees and their business.

News

Council tax, train tickets and rent voted worst value in the UK

New research looks into the most resentful payments in the UK, as well as the worst value costs.

News

Dress code or stress code? Workers feel judged on what they wear

More than a third of UK workers feel judged on what they wear at work, according to a new survey.

News

British SMEs face uncertain funding future

Thirty-five per cent of small businesses express concern over lack of funding options, most don't know the options available to them.

Business Technology

Why businesses must be savvy to mobile security threats

Introducing adequate security into the software’s design at the initial building stage is crucial to protecting mobile security.

News

One in four UK professionals discriminated against in an interview

New research suggests that applicants feel discriminated against when going for a job interview, with most feeling neglected due to age.

Employing & managing staff

Reduce your stress levels from your sofa

ScS has teamed up with the mental health charity, MIND, to help the nation reduce their stress from their sofas!

Finding and selling to customers

Procrastination is costing European business millions in revenue

A new report suggests that gut instinct no longer has a place on the sales floor, as businesses lose millions to procrastination.

Business Technology

Cloud accounting migration: Five tips for CPA firms

Here, Lee Murphy, owner of accountancy software Pandle, gives his tips for businesses looking to migrate to cloud accounting.

Employing & managing staff

Five fool proof ways to train like a boss

Here, Shahzad Ali, managing director of Get Licensed, explores how training yourself can bring success to your business.

Business Technology

How can IoT keep your small business’ office more safe and secure?

Here, Guy Brewer at Door Controls Direct, explains how the IoT can help keep your business safe and secure.