Government reforms will take time to benefit SMEs. But smart procurement can deliver savings today. Learn how to take control of your costs with four simple steps to improve buying decisions and cut waste. UK Business Advisors offer practical support to help SME leaders act like buyers, not bystanders.
Purchasing & Cost Reduction
Why Procurement Matters More Than Ever for SMEs
Procurement is often overlooked by SMEs, but smart purchasing can cut costs, protect cashflow, and build resilience. This article shows why procurement matters, the dangers of ignoring it, and the simple steps leaders can take to make it a strategic advantage.
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.
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.
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.
Building a Resilient Supply Chain: Practical Strategies for SME Leaders
Supply chain disruptions can cost businesses dearly, but resilience can turn risks into opportunities. Learn practical strategies for small businesses to strengthen their supply chains, including real-time tracking, alternative sourcing, and effective inventory management. Stay prepared and stay ahead.
Improve your buying skills
Most small businesses need a technology supplier. If you are not savvy, you could be wasting 30 per cent of your budget by paying too much. To reduce costs, you need to understand how the supplier margins work. There are two simple elements to a supplier margin: the...
Managing Costs – 4 Factors
Managing Costs on IT products and equipment is extremely difficult for organisations. Independent survey reports, analysis of purchases and consistent client results support the fact that 81% of organisations will pay more than they should on everyday tech products....
Managing Perceived Over Valued Products
Occasionally an organisation will have a specific product or service that will have a perceived higher degree of importance. It will actually be or be seen as fundamental to the success of the business and any disruption could cause irrevocable damage to its standing...