One in five SME owners planning full or partial sale within two years
One in five SME owners planning full or partial sale within two years One in five owners at small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are planning to sell all or part of their business within the next two years, a study has found. Owners polled cited a range of challenges, including rising costs and profitability issues, […]
AI – The Genie Has Escaped: Why We Cannot Pause or Go Back, Only Forwards
Developing retirement living for an ageing UK The UK has an ageing population: by 2045, the number of people aged 85 or older is projected to nearly double to 3.1m. Although an ageing population presents social and economic challenges, there is much to be optimistic about. In addition to living longer, most of us can expect to […]
Developing retirement living for an ageing UK
Developing retirement living for an ageing UK The UK has an ageing population: by 2045, the number of people aged 85 or older is projected to nearly double to 3.1m. Although an ageing population presents social and economic challenges, there is much to be optimistic about. In addition to living longer, most of us can expect to […]
Urban future with a purpose
Urban future with a purpose At the intersection of both these challenges, one topic stands out: the importance of making cities more human and nurturing a strong sense of connection, shedding light on what cities should care about the most – people. This is the motto of this study and the underlying idea in the […]
The everyone economy
The everyone economy WHY NOW? This report was commissioned in early 2022, at the beginning of CMI’s 75th anniversary year. Our objective was to contribute to the debate from the perspective of what managers and leaders need to lift their organisations and the wider economy to meet the challenges ahead. Read More
Leadership lessons from the Valley of Death: The Charge of the Light Brigade
Leadership lessons from the Valley of Death: The Charge of the Light Brigade The Crimean War, which took place between 1854-1856, may seem like a distant memory to many, but it left behind a legacy that continues to impact us today. From Florence Nightingale’s revolution in nursing to one of the greatest tragedies in British […]
Service set to ensure new-build home quality
Service set to ensure new-build home quality Although those buying new homes are usually happy with the service they receive and the quality of their properties, some encounter problems with the process and are left frustrated in their attempts to have developers address their concerns. Moreover, the numerous codes of practice that apply in the […]
UK Hospitality faces cruel winter – rise in acquisition and consolidation plans forecast
UK Hospitality faces cruel winter – rise in acquisition and consolidation plans forecast As the UK economy enters a winter of almost unprecedented uncertainty, the hospitality industry is among those most at risk. With restaurant owners and pub operators facing a myriad of challenges, there have been several grim predictions about the prospects of many […]
Startup Fail, Scale & Exit Rates in the UK
Startup Fail, Scale & Exit Rates in the UK In the UK, it’s been reported that almost 60% of small businesses fail in their first three years of life. The UK private sector is buzzing with ambitious startups and scaleups, from fintech unicorns to innovative university spinouts. But even within the high-growth ecosystem, startup failures are still common. We’re often asked about […]
Early action is the key – Restructuring and Insolvency guide
Early action is the key – Restructuring and Insolvency guide Most people launching a new business do so with hope and optimism. While only a handful expect their business to change the world, all hope it will succeed. But most also know that along the way they will experience challenging times. Cash rarely flows in […]
