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Advantages and disadvantages of knowledge management
Understand the role of knowledge management processes in business, their benefits and common challenges to overcome.
Identify business knowledge sources
Understand where your business knowledge comes from and how to tap into it.
What is knowledge in business?
Discover the different types of business knowledge, their inherent value and their role in your business strategy.
Grow your business organically
Difference between organic and inorganic business growth; their pros and cons, and how to grow your business organically.
Compete to win business
How to overcome competition in business and find ways to win customers and business from your competitors.
Find new business opportunities
How to spot new business opportunities, find ways to exploit them and successfully compete for new business.
10 CSR activity ideas for positive social impact
Examples of meaningful CSR initiatives to help you encourage teamwork, build reputation, and contribute positively to the community.
Create a knowledge management strategy
How to develop a knowledge management strategy, and use it to transfer, share and use knowledge to grow your business.
Sharing knowledge in your business
How to share knowledge effectively and efficiently between different people and areas in your business.
Knowledge management systems
Overview of the systems you can use to manage knowledge in a business - eg data mining, analytical and reporting tools.
Knowledge management and your business (video)
Watch this short video to find out how to implement knowledge management in business to gain a competitive edge.
Registering as a fireworks retailer
How to register with the Department of Justice as a firework retailer in Northern Ireland and why it is important to ensure you have an up-to-date licence.
Slow or stop the growth of your business
Identify when to slow down or stop business growth and how to stop it if you are encountering difficulties
PESTLE analysis example
An example of PESTLE analysis, and information you should examine to assess external factors affecting your business
Conducting research when buying a business
How to research and analyse information on an existing business you are thinking of buying.
Selling fireworks
Fireworks retailing rules and responsibilities for businesses in Northern Ireland including how to apply for a licence to sell fireworks legally and safe storage.
Franchise fees and royalties
Initial franchise fees help recover development and marketing costs while continuing royalties or mark-ups provide your profit.
Potential problems when buying a business
Be aware of potential issues that may affect your purchase of an existing business.
Preparing to sell your business
Options for selling your business, making it attractive to purchasers and finding advisers.
Streamline your business operations when selling your business
Steps that reduce the risk for potential buyers of your business and can increase the price they are willing to pay.