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How to manage a downturn

With many companies finding business tough, it’s important to run your company as efficiently as possible

Figures released by BACS earlier this year highlighted the impact of the credit crunch was having on small businesses. The average small firm was owed £30,000 in unpaid invoices and 29% of those questioned ...

 

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