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Southwest cancels thousands more flights; U.S. government vows scrutiny
Date: December 29, 2022
By David Shepardson and Alexandra Alper (Reuters) -Southwest Airlines came under fire from the U.S. government on Tuesday after it canceled thousands of flights, and its boss, Bob Jordan, said the low-cost carrier needed to upgrade its legacy airline systems. U.S. airlines have canceled thousands of flights as a massive winter storm swept over much...

Technology business management – essential now more than ever for CIO’s consideration and selection
Date: December 8, 2022
By Sam Wilson, UK Country Manager at Serviceware Progressive digitization and the associated technological innovations have been one of the most important investment points in companies since the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a recent Sage study, the majority (92%) of UK businesses see technology as integral to their business resilience and survival, but worry about...

UK economy to shrink in 2023, risks ‘lost decade’: CBI
Date: December 5, 2022
By David Milliken LONDON (Reuters) – Britain’s economy is on course to shrink 0.4% next year as inflation remains high and companies put investment on hold, with gloomy implications for longer-term growth, the Confederation of Business Industry forecast on Monday. “Britain is in stagflation – with rocketing inflation, negative growth, falling productivity and business investment....

7 factors to take into account when starting a small business
Date: December 2, 2022
7 Factors to Take Into Account When Starting a Small Business Starting a small business can be an overwhelming endeavor, with numerous variables to take into account. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or a first-time business owner, each element demands meticulous attention. In this guide, we’ll explore the top seven factors that you must consider...

Exclusive-Kazakh McDonald’s shut outlets temporarily after halting supplies from Russia – sources
Date: November 30, 2022
By Mariya Gordeyeva ALMATY (Reuters) – McDonald’s licensee in Kazakhstan was forced to temporarily close its restaurants this month after cutting ties with Russian companies and running out of supplies, three sources with knowledge of the situation told Reuters. The case highlights supply issues faced by many Kazakh businesses in the wake of Russia’s invasion...

Could renegotiating contracts be the key to survival during the ‘cost of doing business crisis’?
Date: November 29, 2022
By Matthew Sutton, commercial partner at law firm, Shakespeare Martineau. Businesses across the UK are facing spiralling costs due to the volatile economic climate. Rising interest rates, energy bills and a shortage of labour are all having a detrimental impact in many business sectors. For those organisations about to face a bitter winter, could looking...
