When a national retailer cut out a trusted fresh produce supplier, UKBA helped the SME pivot to high-margin, branded nutrient drinks—boosting revenue and doubling profitability in just seven months. Read how strategic manufacturing support changed everything.
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Procurement That Pays Off: How One Northern SME Saved Big by Getting Strategic
An industrial testing business saved up to 30% across key procurement categories with help from UKBA advisor Neil Grime. This case study shows how strategic procurement can reduce costs, cut risk and drive measurable business improvement.
Bring Back Process Ownership: Why Good Business Still Needs a Human Touch
Bad processes waste time, frustrate customers, and damage reputation. But the real issue often isn’t the system — it’s the lack of ownership. This article makes the case for putting process accountability back on the business agenda, with practical insight for SME leaders.
How to Choose the Right Business Improvement – A Lesson from the Three Bears
Not sure where to start with business improvement? This fairy tale twist reveals the three common traps SME leaders fall into and how you can choose a smarter path. Read on for a quick lesson in cost, clarity and expert advice.
Simple Ways to Cut Costs and Boost Profit in Your Small Business
Cutting costs doesn’t need to be complex or risky. This guide shows UK SME owners how to reduce spending, improve supplier terms and free up cash without harming quality or growth. Learn how to manage costs smarter, not harder.
Personal Problems at Work? How To Tackle Hidden Productivity Killers
Personal issues don’t stay at home—they follow employees into the workplace, affecting productivity, wellbeing, and ultimately, profits. Discover how understanding human behaviour and introducing solutions like Havening Techniques® can unlock employee potential and improve business performance. Learn how SME leaders can address these hidden challenges.
Sustainable Procurement: A Smarter Way for SMEs to Cut Costs and Boost Reputation
Sustainable procurement isn’t just good for the planet—it’s good for business. For SMEs, making smarter purchasing decisions means saving money, reducing risks and building a brand that customers trust. Learn practical tools and strategies to integrate sustainability into procurement, improve supplier relationships and drive growth.
Breaking Free from Business Apathy: How an Outside Perspective Unlocks Growth
Is your business stuck in the past, running on outdated processes and resistant to change? The ‘Sons of Apathy’ mentality could be holding you back. Learn how a business advisor brings a fresh perspective, challenges stagnation, and unlocks new opportunities for growth. The road to progress is waiting—are you ready to take it?
From Big Ideas to Big Wins: Mastering Capital Investment Decisions
Capital investment can transform your business, but success starts with the right strategy at Gate Zero. Learn how UK Business Advisors’ methodologies ensure alignment, mitigate risks, and create a foundation for growth. Explore the six stages of investment and discover why Gate Zero is the key to turning big ideas into big wins.