Talking Points

Many associations are looking to merger to secure further efficiency savings as well as looking to set-up local procurement/development consortia to secure further economies.

Management is moving from an art to a science. With the ongoing computerisation of all business systems, more information is becoming available to managers on which to make decisions.

With more professionals willing to undertake expert witness work, how do you select the right expert for your case?

Both employers and employees are sensitive to the possibility of redundancies during a downturn and, however unpalatable the concept might be, businesses should not shy away from confronting the issue.

The judgment in the case of Jones -v- Kaney has been long awaited and commented upon

Practically any business process that has to be done but does not directly add value to the business can be outsourced.

By the time a company is “up for sale”, it should be on the radar of a number of likely buyers and known for specific skills or products.

Last week, Eric Pickles, Communities and Local Government minister, published his top ten tips for tackling local authority fraud. With over £2 billion at stake, you are probably undertaking or planning activities in each of these areas.

As a developing organisation you will most likely be seeking to exploit IT to improve efficiencies, streamline processes and gain a competitive advantage. However it is important that you understand any risks and implement suitable security measures to protect your IT systems and data.

A flexible benefits package comprises a cash salary plus a range of non-cash benefits which are exempted from a charge to tax. This may be financially more advantageous to the worker.