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Consider the benefits of patents, as well as possible difficulties patenting may cause, before taking your ideas public

Using payment-processing companies to handle online card transactions has advantages, but it is also worthwhile to consider the disadvantages.

Using an online marketplace for your business has many advantages, but it is also worthwhile to consider the disadvantages.

The requirements you will need to satisfy when applying to a bank for an internet merchant account.

Forms of training available and where to get them

Risk evaluation helps you determine the importance of each risk to the business and decide whether to take action

Reducing risk to business involves putting in place processes and methods to deal with the consequences of an adverse event

Common strategies for treating the risks to your business are avoidance, acceptance, sharing, reduction and elimination

What is risk protection insurance and how to insure your business against financial losses associated with business risks

Keeping importing simple by dealing with experienced exporters in developed countries and using agents

How to file a design registration application in the UK or in the EU, and where to get help with the process

What is a registered community design, where does it apply and what rights does it give you in the EU

How to search for registered designs and check if you’re infringing intellectual property of others

Best practice guidance to help you protect copyright in commissioned works and understand implied licences

Minimising workplace hazards and making your equipment and premises as user-friendly as possible in a business that provides care services, eg a care home

How to innovate and develop your business ideas

How to generate ideas for new products and services, and evaluate those that are worth investing in

How to research your new product or service ideas to make sure they can succeed in the market and meet customer needs

Sources of information on product designers and manufacturers who can help you develop your invention

How to arrange product safety assessment, and where to find testing laboratories, services and product certification in the UK