No one who runs their own food and drink business, sets it up to look over spreadsheets all day. You’re doing it to create something people come back for. The buzz of a full service. The regulars who know your name. The pride in an experience done well. But behind the scenes, many operators are […]
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Running a successful business is all about finding the right balance. For many UK SMEs, staffing is one of the highest ongoing costs. Whether you run a café, restaurant, retail shop, salon, or another customer-facing business, having the right number of staff at the right time is essential. Too few team members during peak periods
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For many independent food and drink businesses, the past few years have been defined by pressure. Rising wages, energy costs, food inflation and uncertain consumer demand have combined to create what Jane Pendlebury, CEO, Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) describes as a “perfect storm.” Recent research commissioned by UK Hospitality shows that one in five hospitality
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London – UK, 17th June 2026 – CreatePay, one of the fastest growing Fintech and payment acceptance providers across the UK and Ireland has announced the appointment of Albert Galloni as MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) & Director of Risk. Albert’s role is subject to regulatory approval. Albert joins us at an exciting stage in
This guide includes everything you need to grow your retail business this Summer. If you want to learn how to Optimise inventory for peak seasons Create effective marketing campaigns Use data and technology to drive growth Prepare for growth beyond summer then this guide is for you… Chapter 1 – Understanding Summer Consumer Trends Chapter
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Running a business today means keeping a dozen plates spinning at once. If you are still juggling separate systems for your inventory, staff hours, and daily sales, you are losing precious time. Introducing CreatePay Touch – the ultimate all-in-one Portable EPOS and card payment solution designed to streamline your operations, boost your revenue, and reward
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Missed appointments are more than just an inconvenience – they cost businesses time, money, and valuable resources. If you run a salon, clinic, gym, or professional services company, no-shows can disrupt schedules, reduce productivity, and impact profitability. While many businesses already use a card machine to accept card payments, modern payment technology can do much
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Running a business today requires more than just taking payments. Modern businesses need technology that helps them manage staff, control stock, improve customer service, and make smarter business decisions – all while keeping operations simple. That’s where CreatePay Touch comes in. Built directly onto your CreatePay One device, CreatePay Touch combines a powerful EPOS system
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If you’re a UK small business owner looking for a smarter way to take payments and manage sales, we’re excited to introduce CreatePay Touch – the all-in-one portable EPOS system built directly on your CreatePay One card machine. Designed specifically for SMEs, CreatePay Touch combines a powerful, portable card machine with built-in EPOS functionality, helping
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The Markdown Math: When to Discount Without Killing Your Margin For UK SMEs, discounting can feel like a quick win. A 10% flash sale boosts footfall, shifts slow stock, and gets customers talking. But when you rely on card machines and card payments every day, those discounts can quietly erode profit faster than many business
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