- Starting-up is a section of the site which concentrates on taking the first steps in setting up a business. Determining and selecting sources finance are discussed as well as potential avenues which might be open to a new start-up company. Guidance is supplied on the choice of business name and the types of business entity which could form the vehicle for the venture together with coverage of the important aspect of taxation, management and physical locations.
- Employing People considers the aspects of hiring staff, payroll records and work benefits such as pensions and maternity leave. Detailed instruction is provided on equal opportunities, trade union representation and health and safety in the work environment. Some factors affecting job performance and motivation are considered where the benefits of training are summarised and finally, dismissal and disciplinary protocols are discussed.
- IT and E Business discusses both the potential advantages of online and technological advancement in a business as well as the legal obligations of the Data Protection Act inherent when conducting business through electronic means. Security and risk factors associated with IT are considered and advice is given on how to identify and neutralise areas of that environment which could be harmful to the organisation.
- Growing Your Business concentrates on the next steps after the initial setup of the business have been completed. Various potential strategies are provided as to how a business might achieve sales and market share in their industry. Tools for performance assessment and planning provided to encourage a "goal to review to goal" approach to managing the organisation.
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