Articles from Middlestone.

7 steps to choosing software that is right for your small business

Choosing software is not a quick or easy process. Many small business owners and managers know they need a new system but are put off by the number of competing products, the amount of time needed to evaluate each one, or a fear of choosing the wrong solution.

July 2017

4 reasons why small businesses need process maps

You might think “process maps” or “Standard Operating Procedures” are only necessary in large organisations. Perhaps you see them as a symptom of bureaucracy. A necessary evil. Think again! Process maps are invaluable in small businesses.

May 2017

7 steps to choosing software that is right for your small business

Following these 7 steps to software selection will help you make a good decision when choosing software for your small business!

July 2017

4 reasons why small businesses need process maps

Process maps are not just for large organisations. Process mapping can be invaluable, even vital, to small businesses.

May 2017

Inexpensive Social Media Marketing Automation for small business

These 5 cheap cloud-based apps will help you automate your small business social media accounts without breaking the bank.

April 2017

4 business experts discuss the benefits of automation

In recent years, automation has provided a way to cut costs, save time or improve quality for businesses. But what is it? And how could it benefit your business?

March 2017

What a difference a form makes

Sometimes small changes to the way some manual tasks are completed can make a big difference.

March 2017

Kaizen versus New Year’s resolutions

The first new year’s resolutions were made 4,000 years ago. Kaizen, as we know it now, became popular only 30 years ago. While most New Year’s resolutions fail, Kaizen is proven to lead to significant business improvements.

January 2017

7 simple rules of good project management

These seven principles will help you increase your chances of delivering a successful project. They come from the latest revision of PRINCE2.

December 2016

Google solved Microsoft's problem for me

My own experience with Windows 10. Crisis averted by Google Drive. Thank you Google!

December 2016

High street banks sapping enthusiasm from business

My own experience with three leading high street banks. Their incompetence surprised me.

November 2016