Monthly Archives: December 2019

How cloud computing can help your small business thrive

Originally written by Partner Content on Small Business
Before the cloud ever existed and smartphones became popular, we saved our data on hard drives and servers and shared it via floppy disc, USB stick and email.
In recent years, cloud computing has become increasingly important for small and medium-sized businesses. From remote working and enhanced group collaboration, to increased security and faster disaster recovery processes, the cloud provides an overall better business performance.
For many SMEs, migrating to the cloud just makes sense, and many are transitioning.
In the UK, 88pc of firms have adopted cloud computing, because of its ability to minimise IT costs while enhancing efficiency, streamlining processes and increasing security.
Of course when making the decision to move to the cloud, the security of your data will be a of key concern. You need a trusted IT support partner to make sure that your systems and business data are secure.
How cloud computing can help your business succeed
1. Flexibility
Remote working is becoming increasingly important to firms of all sizes.
It could be for checking emails on-the-go, updating shared documents remotely or participating in a video conference from home; cloud-based technology enables your team to do their job even if they are away from the

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What is payroll giving and how does it help engage your staff?

Originally written by Klara Kozlov on Small Business
Eighty-three per cent of millennials say they would be more loyal to a business that enables them to contribute to social problems.
Clearly, in today’s competitive talent market, there is an increasing need to offer engaging experiences to retain employees.
However, although most companies realise the importance of employee engagement, the majority find it very challenging to find something to actually engage employees with.
Payroll giving is something to consider – through our Give As You Earn (GAYE) scheme over 2,500 companies and their staff to give over £74m to charity each year. Since 1987, over £1.3bn has been given.
>See also: Giving to charity good for business survey finds
What is payroll giving?
Payroll giving is a scheme that enables your employees to give to any UK charity straight from their gross salary (before tax is deducted), and to receive immediate tax relief. Charities also don’t have to claim Gift Aid, so there’s less administration for them and they can plan and budget for the future based on the regular, reliable donations received through payroll giving.
How to get started
There are several reliable, accredited payroll giving providers in the market, each with their own unique offerings. Using my own

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