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Tag: Consumers

Tech giants dominate the market but proposed regulations could give smaller firms a chance

March 14, 2019

By Annie May Noonan

Apple, Amazon and Google, these ubiquitous mega-brands dominate the tech market and limit consumer choice. But a new review led by a panel of economists and tech experts is suggesting a series of reforms that, if implemented by the UK government, will make space for smaller firms to rise up, innovate the sector, and empower consumers in the process.

Convenience is the dominating currency of today, ramp it up to keep your customers happy

February 28, 2019

By Jorn Lambert

We all know how e-commerce platforms like Amazon have changed the way consumers purchase goods and part with their hard-earned cash. But this is not a one-sided process, it also means that SMEs must follow the big pioneers and ramp up the way they service customers regardless of their sector.

Why there’s space in the bloated booze economy for clever exporters

January 18, 2019

By Annie May Noonan

‘The classics never die’, never has a statement been proven so true as in this case of artisan spirit producers in the UK, who are facing an Asian market that’s hungry for their legacy-filled goods. No Brexit deal” No problem!

Festive debts: Why one in ten of us believe we will never be free

December 31, 2018

By Annie May Noonan

British consumers are facing mounting household debts which will increase with festive spending. But why should SMEs retailers care Because their livelihoods depend on their financial stability.

British consumers are buying their christmas gifts early

November 8, 2018

By Annie May Noonan

British consumers are buying their christmas gifts earlier each year, how can retailers maintain interest?

What SMEs need to consider before investing in paid social

September 24, 2018

By Annie May Noonan

Paid social can be an effective tool for businesses to target customers, but they need to do market research first.

Over a third of Brits would let brands sponsor their social media photos

March 22, 2018

By Fred Heritage

More than 40 per cent of Brits would allow a brand to put their logo, along with the words ‘sponsored by?, in the bottom corner of their personal profile photos on social media channels, new research has revealed.

What the Davids of business innovation can bring to FMCG Goliaths

September 18, 2017

By Staff writer

When it comes to innovation in FMCG, it’s easy to get trapped in the belief that it’s the big brands who are running the show.

Emerging technology scale-ups may struggle to get off the ground with low consumer trust

July 19, 2017

By Letitia Booty

The public are seemingly reluctant to embrace emerging technology, which could put the breaks on for innovative scale ups.

The remarkable story of Tyrrells: From a small British farm to £300m acquisition

September 20, 2016

By Hunter Ruthven

Britain has a rich history of producing strong consumer brands, but very few have had as much impact in such a short amount of time as crisps business Tyrrels.

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