Typically, October and November can be quiet months for the commercial vehicle sector, the buzz around the new registrations in September has curtailed and new purchases tend to be slow. However, it appears the trend has changed this year and the demand for commercial vehicles continues to rise. A key factor behind this is that…
read moreRunning a food manufacturing business can be a challenge. Not only are there the day-to-day operations and staffing issues to contend with, there are also other factors such as being hit with product recalls, product shortages and issues with supply chains. Operating a business in this sector is complex, from processing raw food, mixing ingredients,…
read moreThe packaging industry is fast moving and incredibly competitive. Any business operating within this sector needs to be continually evolving through investment and development. Here at NGI we are highly experienced in working with manufacturing companies. We understand their challenges and are here to support them with all their business growth needs. Our team have…
read moreAny successfully manufacturing business continually invests in the latest equipment and technologies to ensure that their operating processes are fully optimised. Gaining a competitive advantage thanks to state-of-the-art equipment is crucially important. A CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine is arguably one of the most important manufacturing machines. It can pre-programme computer software which will then…
read moreIn today’s world where we are surrounded by choices and options for any type of purchase it can often be frustrating to find exactly what we need. If we relate this to the world of business finance, we have an abundance of choices. There is a vast array of financing options available, but how do…
read moreThe SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) sector is arguably the most important area for the business community. With an estimated turnover of £1.6 trillion it accounts for 47% of private sector turnover.* Any business with a turnover of less than £25 million and fewer than 250 employees fits into the SME category and it is…
read moreThe acquisition of a franchise can often be an extremely attractive solution for those who want to own their own business without having to start from scratch. For those who already run a successful franchise, purchasing a second one can be a desirable proposition, offering great growth potential. Becoming a franchisor is another good business…
read moreA commercial vehicle is, as the name suggests, any vehicle that is used for business purposes. This could include cars, vans, buses, HGV’s and agricultural vehicles. When the need for a commercial vehicle has been identified the biggest decision is what type of finance can be used for the purchase. The three main types are:…
read moreRunning a food business today can mean many different things. Traditionally most people think of a restaurant, café or takeaway but one of the most popular options currently is a mobile operation. Having a food truck can offer you flexibility, freedom and low running costs. With premises costing so much, a mobile food outlet can…
read moreSuccessful businesses need a strong infrastructure, competent staff and of course machinery and equipment which they can rely on. Being able to continually invest in machinery can be costly and often an outright purchase can be very challenging or even sometimes impossible. Fortunately, there are some highly beneficial and tax efficient options available for machinery…
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