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Payback period
Using payback period to see how quickly an investment is repaid.
Non-financial factors for investment appraisal
Taking into account the broader non-financial factors of a potential investment.
Information that invoices must contain
A valid invoice must contain certain information which may include VAT number, company name, business name and address.
Invoicing and payment terms
How to devise payment terms and an invoicing system to maintain a healthy cashflow.
What is venture capital?
Overview of venture capital and how it can be used to finance a new business or grow an existing business.
Bank finance explained
Overview of the different types of bank finance and support available for businesses.
What is crowdfunding?
Overview of crowdfunding and how it can be used to finance a business.
Grants and government support for businesses
Grants and government support for people who would like to start a business in Northern Ireland.
What is equity finance?
Sources of equity finance for businesses, including shareholders, crowdfunding and the stock market.
Do you need payroll software?
Not every business needs payroll software - here's how to determine if you need a computerised payroll package for your business.
Types and examples of CRM software
Understand the main types of CRM systems and find examples of outsourced, off-the-shelf and managed CRM software solutions.
What is a customer relationship management (CRM) system?
Understand what a customer relationship management system is, how it works and how it can help you turn customer data into actionable insight.
Business benefits of CRM systems
Key benefits of customer relationship management systems that can help improve customer satisfaction, retention, acquisition and processes.
Potential drawbacks of CRM systems
Understand the potential challenges and risks of implementing customer relationship management systems, and how to avoid them.
Decide if your business needs a CRM system
Six signs that will tell you if you need a customer relationship management system for your business.
Create your CRM strategy
Understand the importance of a customer relationship management (CRM) strategy and why you should create one for your business.
How to find the right CRM supplier
Key questions to ask potential suppliers when choosing a customer relationship management solution.
Payroll software
Find out how payroll software systems can help you pay your employees accurately, on time and within law.
Different types of computerised payroll systems
Different types of computer payroll systems, including basic payroll packages and fully featured online or cloud-based payroll.
Payroll software features
Features and functionality to consider when choosing payroll software, including multi-user capability and reporting options.