Building business resilience
Practical steps to boost resilience within your organisation The UK is facing a combination of political and economic pressures we haven’t seen in almost 50 years, and business leaders need to explore all options for adapting their propositions. To support you through the difficult economic landscape, award-winning journalist and presenter Nadine Dereza hosted our panel as they discussed the levers you can pull in these unique circumstances to prepare for what's ahead. Catch up on demand to hear the panel discuss: - how the current economic and political climate will impact your business how any relevant mini-budget announcements might impact
Ian Stewart, Deloitte UK’s Chief Economist, provides an overview of macro-economic trends
Ian Stewart, Deloitte UK's Chief Economist, provides an overview of macro-economic trends, detailing shifts in the global market from 2022 and beyond. What are the key considerations to enable GBS organisations to flourish rather than fail in an ever changing market.
Return on investment on IP enforcement activity : In house in Focus
Recorded on 7 September 2022, Alex Newman from Mills & Reeve looks at the realities of IP enforcement activity, and some of the strategic considerations which should help inform your decision-making and expectations.
The five things to get right to successfully embed climate risk and net zero strategies
Financial services firms around the world are making rapid progress in developing their climate risk frameworks and setting their net zero strategies. We’ve already seen enormous progress working with our clients in North America, in Asia Pacific, in the UK and Europe. Yet while regulators and financial institutions are making big strides, there is still a long way to go in really embedding climate risk and net zero throughout the industry. As a global leader on the energy transition, we’ve spent decades navigating this complex world to drive positive impact. Here are the five most important things financial institutions will
After Brexit – practical implications for Trade Mark Owners
Maximising the value of brands and trade marks The right protection in the right markets, aligned with your business plan and budget A brand can be your most valuable asset, giving you rights that need protecting, enforcing and commercialising. By providing you with a bespoke road map, we’ll ensure you get the best value out of your intellectual property. Wherever you are in the world, whatever the size of your business, whatever sector you’re in, we’ll make your brands and trade marks work harder for your budget. European and global We have trade mark attorneys in the UK and in mainland Europe,
Duty of care litigation – beware of your supply chain liability
Successful businesses are increasingly reliant on global (and often complex) supply chains. This brings unwanted litigation risks. It is critical that businesses today understand and manage the risks relevant not only to the operations of the parent company, but also to its subsidiaries and wider supply chain. In our recent webinar, our panellists from Enyo Law, Fierville Ziade and FTI Consulting discuss the latest international legal trends in this area and why staying alert to supply chain issues (with a focus on business human rights and environmental, social and governance) is more important than ever.
Manufacturing Security Challenges (ACP)
ACP’s CEO Mitch Scherr and Make UK’s CEO Stephen Phipson share their thoughts and industry-insider perspectives on the cyber threats and impacts faced by the manufacturing industry, and why manufacturers must take steps towards cyber resiliency if they want to keep their business and intellectual property protected. Who Are Make Uk? Make UK champions and celebrates British manufacturing and manufacturers. Together, we build a platform for the evolution of UK manufacturing
Zurich Talks Future Innovation – Fireside chat with Steve Wozniak
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do, but what really goes into it? “Go to sleep dreaming and wake up in the middle of the night with a solution”, says the inventor, Silicon Valley icon, and co-founder of Apple, Steve Wozniak. In a fireside chat with Zurich's Ericson Chan, this legend of our digital times reveals all in our third Zurich Talks - sharing his inspiration, how to become truly innovative and his formula for happiness.
Legal insight into the new Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022
Rushed into law in the immediacy of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, what is the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 all about? The event held on 14 June at Aldgate Tower and co-hosted by Ince and London Barristers' chambers, 25 Bedford Row, looked to answer these questions, and more: 1. What is new? 2. How have the existing powers of the CFA 2017 and SAMLA 2018 been amended? 3. What does this all mean for you and your clients? 4. Do the changes go far enough? 5. Are the changes a force for good? 6. What further legislative
Charity Chats: Ethical investment – Is this a momentous new judgement?
In our latest Charity Chats, Charles Mesquita of Quilter Cheviot, Catherine Rustomji of Shakespeare Martineau and James Saunders of Moore Kingston Smith consider the recent judgement where two aligned charities sought legal clarification around trustees’ ability to exclude investments if they consider them in conflict with their purpose. And whether the Bishop of Oxford case has stood the test of time?
Talking Benefits – The evolution of employee wellbeing
Steve Clements considers the evolution of employee wellbeing and how global employers can take a more holistic and integrated approach. For more: https://www.wtwco.com/en-GB/Insights/...
Employer Solutions | The cost of living crisis: How you can support your employees
With inflation hitting a 40-year high and the Government insisting that work is the best route out of poverty, what can employers do to support their employees during these difficult times? During this 35-minute webinar, our Employer Solutions team are joined by the People Team to discuss the current challenges and potential solutions for businesses to consider. Fleur Lewis, Audit Partner at Bishop Fleming, discusses the concept of a Responsible Business. Visit our Employer Solutions Knowledge Hub: https://bit.ly/3NutRfC
M&A market outlook Q3 2022
Our UK Head of Advisory Corporate Finance, Fenton Burgin, offers his quarterly perspective on the global and UK M&A markets as we move into the second half of 2022.
Expert Exporting with the British Chambers of Commerce
In this Interview Marc Harris chats with Liam Smyth of the British Chambers of Commerce. Liam offers some compelling reasons to start your export journey and offers some useful insights in to the work of the British Chambers of Commerce, the international network of British Chambers and Chamber Customs ......... Liam Smyth - Director of Trade Facilitation - British Chambers of Commerce "As part of my role at the Chamber of Commerce I advise and consult with a wide range of businesses and organisations" In tandem with his work at the BCC Liam has led the development of ChamberCustoms since
A Proven Digital Sales Strategy for Successful B2B Selling
For more insights on digital sales strategy, visit https://gtnr.it/3MOtyNt "This isn't the best place to follow best practices. This is the place to become best practice," says Brent Adamson, VP Research at Gartner, who discusses how digital sales representatives should focus on providing customers with information that allows them to complete critical buying jobs in order to win in the increasingly digital B2B buying environment. Part three of our three-part series, "The Future of Selling," looks at three digital selling solutions for streamlining your B2B buyers' purchasing processes and empowering sellers to deliver value.
The Economic Value of English Law
A panel of legal, economic and political experts discuss how and why efforts should be made to quantify the true economic value of English Law.
Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill – The Planning Bits
In this session Trevor Ivory is joined by Claire Stoneman (Legal Director), Pieter Claussen (Senior Associate) and Tobias Paul (Associate) to discuss the planning aspects of the Levelling-Up and Regeneration Bill. In a whistlestop tour of this huge Bill the team discuss:
Retail Webinar – Rising Costs in Retail and how to manage in the short term?
Listen to our panel discussion on the some of the key issues facing Retail, with some ideas on how the sector can manage the issue of rising costs in the sector.
The future of green trade: FULL SPEECH + Q&A
Secretary of State for International Trade, Anne-Marie Trevelyan sets out her vision for the future of green trade in a speech that addresses what this means for the UK’s own trade model. Followed by a Q&A
Webinar: find value in sustainable supply chains
Watch our webinar hosted by journalist and presenter Nadine Dereza as our panel discuss practical actions you can take to build a more sustainable supply chain that creates value for your business.
Should I buy an electric vehicle company car? – The tax implications
If you are a business owner and thinking of buying a company car, should you buy an electric vehicle? Company car drivers have for years been put off from having company cars as the tax they pay on the benefit in kind is so high. Electric vehicles offer a real tax saving opportunity for both employer and employee. Find out the tax implications for both i this short video by Chris Davies partner at UHY Ross Brooke Newbury
What are your Exit Options as a Business Owner?
You could be thinking about retirement, or maybe just taking a step back but what options are available to you? We spoke to Richard Feakins, who is our resident Tax expert at Goringe Accountants, and went through what he thinks are your top options. If you would like to speak to someone about anything mentioned in this blog please get in contact on 0118 914 4500 -- GET IN TOUCH --▹Goringe Accountants Homepage:- https://goringeaccountants.co.uk/▹Goringe Accountants Blog:- https://goringeaccountants.co.uk/blog/▹Goringe Accountants LinkedIn:- https://www.linkedin.com/company/goringe-accountants-ltd/▹Goringe Accountants Twitter:- https://twitter.com/goringeaccounts Thanks for watching and don't forget to let us know what you think
Insights from FRO 2022: Ambre Soubiran on Crypto and DeFi
Decentralized Finance (#DeFi) is the top #Crypto trend banks should be focusing on. Ambre Soubiran, CEO Kaiko, shared this and other insights on the key technology disrupting the FS industry and why the French are going through a FinTech boom. Ambre was live from the Oliver Wyman Forum and the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)’s Financial Regulatory Outlook Conference 2022 in Rome. To find out more about the event: https://owy.mn/3FHLBlG
IoD Centre for Corporate Governance | Stakeholder Engagement in Private Equity
The IoD Centre for Corporate Governance is hosting a series of panel discussions looking at the state of stakeholder engagement in different sectors of the economy. This webinar addressed the question of whether the interests of stakeholders other than the owners are ignored or undervalued in private equity owned companies and, if so, how PE companies can improve their stakeholder engagement. The discussion was moderated by David Trenchard of Elliott Advisors. Many thanks to David and all the panel members
Tomorrow, Today 4: The fight for Talent in the UK
Business is facing skills and labour shortages, churn and competition for talent as people reassess what’s important for them. Accenture-owned digital transformation consultancy, Infinity Works, understands that business success depends on attracting and retaining people. Its Managing Director, James Morgan, joins Accenture’s Rebecca Tully to explore what organisations can do to address the talent challenge for growth and innovation
SME Engagement – Taking Climate Action through your business
In May 2019, Cambridgeshire declared a climate and environment emergency. The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region has 25% higher greenhouse gas emissions than the UK average and is an area particularly at risk to the impacts of climate change, including more frequent and severe flooding events, water shortages and higher than average temperature rises. If the region continues producing emissions at its present rate, there are only six years left until it has used up its emissions allowance to 2050, as set out in the UK’s Net Zero target. Local action is urgently needed. IoD East of England & The Centre
Conducting investigations in the Middle East
In our Inside Emerging Markets video series, our specialists and clients discuss some of the challenges faced when completing complex projects, transactions and disputes. In this week’s video we bring you a video interview with three of our Dubai lawyers Orlando Vidal – Head of Investigations, Hannah Bradshaw – Senior Associate and Lolan Sagoe-Moses – Associate. Hannah and Orlando address the challenges clients are currently facing across the Middle East as prosecutors more proactively investigate companies across areas such as bribery and corruption, and the protection of whistle-blowers. Lolan takes a closer look at responsibilities of executives under employment law,
Pension scammers screw up lives – full webinar
Watch our webinar to find out how you can help combat pension scams. Up to 5% of all pension transfers are estimated to be scams, with devastating financial and emotional consequences for scheme members. New regulations introduced in November 2021 have brought in a system of red and amber flags, giving trustees more power to refuse transfers. Our webinar takes you through: - The evolving pension scams landscape - Transfer guidance to support you with the new regulatory duties - The Pledge to Combat Pension Scams – find out more about updates we’ve made since the launch of transfer regulations
Understanding Master Trusts with the Society of Pensions Professionals
Recently, Martin Willis of the Society of Pension Professionals, (SPP), kindly shared some of his time with BusinessTV to help us all better understand Master Trusts. Master Trusts have been around for some time now but it’s only since auto-enrollment that they’ve really taken off. Potentially, they can be used to outsource almost all of the administrative, governance and regulatory burdens that come with running your pension scheme. If the fit is right they can also offer strong economies of scale and high levels of investment expertise. In this conversation we asked Martin some basic questions that we felt most
Accenture Tech Vision 2022 Meet Me in the Metaverse
Watch the replay of the Tech Vision 2022 Meet Me in the Metaverse event replay. Learn more: https://accntu.re/3JyXY4D
Employee Benefits: Are you communicating?
Marc Harris of BusinessTV talks with Damian Stancombe of Barnett Waddingham about Employee Benefits Communication. They discuss the impact Employee Wellbeing has on business performance and that 'getting it right' requires a deeper approach than merely ticking boxes. Damian explains Barnett Waddingham's uniquely comprehensive approach which extends to using their own in-house creative agency, DrumRoll, to create bespoke employee communication campaigns. Damian StancombePartner and Head of DrumRoll Damian has many years’ experience helping UK companies with their pension scheme design and establishing, as well as delivering, communication and member engagement plans. His passionate commitment to cutting edge innovation and improvement
3 Biggest Pay Rise Myths
Managing the pay rise process and retaining staff can be challenging without a proper salary strategy in place. To help you to navigate this, we highlight the 3 biggest pay rise myths and tell you how to tackle them.
Sustainable Food & Drink: Leveraging IP to Gain Commercial Edge – Part 2
Philippa is a Chartered & European Patent Attorney in GJE’s Chemistry and Life Sciences group, specialising in the field of chemical innovation. In this series Philippa and Nathalie explore the ways in which food and drink businesses are looking to drive sustainability, and how investment in intellectual property can assist in translating their efforts and resources into reward, leveraging their position in the market and boosting brand reputation.
How Do I Retire as a Company Owner?
As a company owner, looking to leave your company to retire can bring up many considerations. We answer those questions.Restructuring | https://www.bishopfleming.co.uk/servi... Restructuring Knowledge Hub | https://www.bishopfleming.co.uk/restr...
Gartner Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2022
Let’s deep dive into a few of our 2022 top strategic technology trends: cloud-native platforms, composable applications, distributed enterprise and total experience. Jason Wong, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner, discusses why they're crucial to drive key business decisions that accelerate growth post-pandemic and enhance business agility.
Planning for retirement – helping employees avoid pension-value destruction
In this Interview Marc Harris of BusinessTV talks with Alan Morahan of Punter Southall Aspire about how employers can help employees understand the many options available to them at retirement and avoid the myriad of pitfalls sitting out there. They also explore wider financial wellbeing in the workplace. To find out more about how you can help your employees avoid pension-values destruction click here Aspire to Retire: Employers (puntersouthall.com) Alan MorahanAlan is Chief Commercial Officer at Punter Southall Aspire, where he was previously MD of the Employee Benefits division. He has been in the financial services industry since 1987. As
Retail First: How consumers’ demand for everywhere commerce is reshaping the Retail landscape.
Consumers demand personalized, convenient, immediate, and sustainable experiences like never before – but what does that mean in practice? Led by Rachel Shechtman, this session will explore how to create effective and engaging retail experiences, as well as the most recent findings from Capgemini Research Institute’s 2022 Consumer Trends report.
Tomorrow, Today 3: Get Me To The Customer On Time!
With supply chain issues in the news across the world, Accenture’s Maddie Walker, Industry X Lead, UK&I and Stéphane Crosnier, Supply Chain & Operations Lead, UK&I discuss how companies can best protect themselves from the vagaries of the market and build more resilient systems for the future.
Tony Danker keynote speech – Are we actually serious about growth?
From CBI headquarters in London, recorded 03 February 2022. Join Tony Danker for a CBI-Centre for Policy Studies event where calls on the government to set its sights on a more ambitious growth trajectory for the UK economy. In his first major speech of 2022, CBI Director General Tony Danker argues that we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix our record of weak growth and flatlining productivity - to become a world leader in green energy, a hotbed for technological innovation, and a global trading superpower. The alternative is economic stagnation, low aspiration, and the UK trailing behind our global
The importance & benefits of offering your staff Group Life, Critical Illness Cover & Income Protection
Employee Wellbeing has been brought in to sharp focus over the last two years. In this Interview Marc Harris and Katharine Moxham discuss how the Group Risk sector has responded with much innovation delivering new and enhanced propositions that help to prevent employee poor health and deal with it effectively when is does occur. Katharine Moxham is spokesperson for Group Risk Development (GRiD), a position she’s held exclusively since May 2009. Katharine works to generate a wider awareness and understanding of group risk products (employer-sponsored life assurance, income protection and critical illness) and their benefits for employers and employees. She
How does leaving my assets to a trust protect my children if they get divorced?
How does leaving my assets to a trust protect my children if they get divorced? With the divorce rate in the UK being over 50% it is important to protect your assets against this scenario over the lifetime of your children. This video explains the method by which this can be achieved using lifetime trusts. We have been providing specialist Estate planning and Inheritance tax (IHT) advice for more than 18 years. The aim of this channel is to help you to understand how Inheritance tax works and what you can do to resolve your inheritance tax problems. The videos
The Solent Freeport – what businesses need to know now
In December 2021, The Business Magazine hosted a discussion on The Solent Freeport – what businesses need to know now. Specialists from accountants and business advisers BDO LLP and law firm Shoosmiths discussed:• The decision-making journey for both local businesses and investors • How to set up operations within a Freeport• Investment decisions and how these can align with Freeport objectives • What you need to think about in terms of: • tax implications and potential benefits • structuring the business • locating operations within a Freeport area • planning issues and leases • Steps you can take now and,
Construction Law: Risk in the Ground
In this video, Philip Harris, Partner and Construction lawyer with Wright Hassall, guides us through how 'risk in the ground' is dealt with in construction law and building and engineering contracts.
Mediation as Part of a Dispute Resolution Clause
Eileen Carroll QC (Hon) looks at the value of having mediation as part of an escalated dispute resolution clause as well as some of the important aspects to consider when building this into your contracts. Additionally, Eileen discusses how working with a mediator during the lifecycle of a project, from start to finish, can help teams work and negotiate more effectively with each other to reduce the risk of conflict derailing progress.
Family office services roundtable
Take a look at our first family office services roundtable where a group of expert advisers discuss the impact of COVID-19, economic recovery and what to focus on for the year ahead – hosted by Rakesh Dabasia, Partner in our Private Clients team.
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