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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UKBA: Stronger Together in a Changing Market
In a fast-moving business environment, SME leaders and advisors alike need trusted, adaptable support. This article explains how UK Business Advisors provides a unique, national network of independent professionals—collaborating across regions, sectors and specialisms to solve complex challenges and unlock growth. Discover how UKBA brings the power of partnership to business support.
Why UKBA Accreditation Sets You Apart: Elevate Your Advisory Practice Today
UK Business Advisors (UKBA) accreditation is more than a title—it’s a mark of excellence, trust and professional integrity. This article explains what makes UKBA members stand out, the value of being part of a trusted network and how membership can open doors to new opportunities, continuous development and stronger client results.
Learning from Misfits: Why Great Business Advisors Support Bold, Unconventional Ideas
Not every business idea looks smart at first glance. But the world’s most successful entrepreneurs often start with dreams that seem too ambitious, too risky—or even too crazy. At UK Business Advisors, we believe it’s our job to recognise when bold visionaries might just be on to something. This article explores how advisors can support innovation by balancing clear thinking with curiosity and long-term belief.
How Smart Design Can Make Your App Stand Out and Succeed
What makes an app stand out in a crowded market? Great design isn’t just about looks—it’s about usability, trust, and personalisation. This article explores how apps like Arc and Pinky Promise succeed by making technology feel effortless. Learn the four essential design principles that can give your business a competitive edge.
The Hermit Crab – The Best Business Pivot Strategy
Since 2019 the food industry has weathered a multitude of crises, from lock-downs impacting people to the shipping crisis impacting the supply of raw materials and a whole range of financial strangulations along the way. The ongoing COVID uncertainty has forced...
International Supply Chain Disputes & Supplier Validation – Pt2
Supplier issues can affect the overall business and can become an unrecoverable and expensive problem. Business owners can do a lot to prevent defective parts and materials from international suppliers from becoming a major business problem. Big-name suppliers first...
International Supply Chain Disputes & Supplier Validation – Pt1
What do business owners do when they receive defective parts and materials from international suppliers? Very quickly, supplier issues can affect the overall business and can become an unrecoverable and expensive problem. International supply is a tried and tested way...
Case Study – Operational Effectiveness Assessment – Managing Risk
The Client Medium sized FMCG manufacturer Constraints Regulated industryLong supply lead timesHigh raw material costsHigh potential impact from consumer complaints The Problem The client’s product uses raw materials supplied from multiple countries and the assembled...