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Technology needs

Small businesses and company owners rely on all sorts of technology now. Our business technology zone offers guides, case studies and product news to help every business select the right mix of hardware, software, business broadband and hosting, as well as showing you how to make the most of social media and mobile business apps to be more productive, work on the move, and save money.

From smartphones, laptops, PCs, tablets, printers, and backup drives to software for business email, documents, storage, IT security, conference calls, accounting software, or tools for your industry, we can help.

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The New Disruptors

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This year’s Startups 100 is packed with companies that are out to shake things up, and determined to drag entire sectors into the 21st century. Say hello to the new disruptors…

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Best project management software

The best project management tools can help you to organise tasks, manage budgets, and work collaboratively. Find out more here…

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AI Startups and Future Tech: Black Mirror is Here

The Startups 100 this year features businesses that are bringing the future to your doorstep, read on to find out how AI is disrupting not just the economy, but the world over.…

Microsoft Office for Business

Microsoft Office for Business

Find out more about Microsoft Office products, including in-depth reviews on the different packages available and a summary of the benefits for small businesses...…

Technology for flexible working

How technology can make flexible working and remote teams a success for your small business

Flexible working and the option to work from anywhere are becoming increasingly important. Tools such as Office 365 Business are vital for managing remote teams…

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These 6 fintech companies are paving the way for the UK’s digital future

The UK is a hotbed of innovative financial technology talent. We look at some of the hottest fintech start-ups that you need to know - including Starling Bank, Habito and Flux…

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Why a cloud-based virtual desktop is good for your small business

A virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) gives you and your team a flexible way to access your workstation operating systems and applications…

Tech Pitch: Nuvo

Tech Pitch: Nuvo

Offering mortgage search results alongside genuine tailored advice, this clever digital broker uses an AI chat bot to recommend the best deal for free…

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CapitalRise co-founders Alex Michelin, Uma Rajah and Andrew Dunn

Tech Pitch: CapitalRise

Opening new doors to property investors, this start-up enables people to invest as little as £1,000 in some of central London's finest developments…

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Allen & Overy launches innovation hub for legaltech, regtech and dealtech start-ups

Applications are now open for Fuse, a five month London-based accelerator designed for both early-stage businesses as well as more mature companies…

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Tech Pitch: Snizl

Tech Pitch: Snizl

Facebook says posts from businesses who don't pay for advertising will soon stop appearing in customers' news feeds - but this start-up has a solution...…

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COLLECTIVfood founder Jeremy Hibbert-Garibaldi

Tech Pitch: COLLECTIVfood

Looking to turn the problematic food supply chain on its head, this start-up has cut out the middleman so restaurants and suppliers can connect directly...…

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Fat Lama co-founders Chaz Englander, Owen Turner-Major and Rosie Dallas

Tech Pitch: Fat Lama

By giving creative professionals a place to rent out their equipment, this platform provides users with "cheap, convenient" access to high-quality gear...…

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Syft co-founders Novo Abakare and Jack Beaman

Tech Pitch: Syft

Eschewing the traditional recruitment agency model, this online platform is enabling employers to find temps and flexible workers, minus the hefty fees...…

In Tech Pitch

Vidsy founders Gerard Keeley, Archie Campbell and Alex Morris

Tech Pitch: Vidsy

Recognising the advertising power of social media, Vidsy connects brands with creators who can make high-impact, mobile-optimised video campaigns…

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OnBuy founder Cas Paton

Tech Pitch: OnBuy

Retailing everything from books and DVDs to car parts and furniture, this Amazon-style marketplace makes both shopping and selling cheaper...…

In Tech Pitch

evestor founders Anthony Morrow and Duncan Cameron

Tech Pitch: evestor

Helping everyone make their money go further, this online finance and investment adviser makes the tough decisions so its customers don't have to…

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Co-founders Riya Grover and Lyz Swanton

Tech Pitch: Feedr

Fancy having a delicious, healthy lunch delivered to your desk each day? This start-up is bringing local food businesses and busy London offices together...…

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Level39 launches new programme in bid to make UK a world leader in cyber security

Cyber39 wil tackle growing cyber threats across the public and private sectors, and aim to make the UK "the safest place in the world to do business"…

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Tech Pitch: The Wall of Comedy

Tech Pitch: The Wall of Comedy

Attracting a huge 300 million views every month, this content production start-up creates comedy TV and web shows that speak to a millennial audience...…

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