THE phrase "never let a good crisis go to waste" has been bandied about in political circles in the wake of the tumultuous economic events of the last year or so.Read
ALEX Shiel, partner and head of intellectual property and IT at Ward Hadaway, outlines why protecting and exploiting ideas is crucial to success in business.Read
THIS year businesses have experienced some of the toughest trading conditions the country has ever seen. The economic downturn has been challenging but because of this, the Fastest 50, and what is represents, has never been more crucial.Read
MUCH of our work at Durham Business School and St Chad's College concerns enterprise and business development - how businesses get started, how they grow and develop in response to changing market conditions and what support they need to realise their entrepreneurial vision.Read
THIS year's Fastest 50 demonstrates that despite the tough times we are experiencing, the North East still boasts an abundance of fantastic, vibrant companies that are moving forward.Read
THE future looks bright for growing businesses in the North East. From next year, a new investment pot of £125m will be in place to deliver a shot-in-the-arm for SME finance.Read
THERE is no denying that for many businesses the last 12 months have been tough. But when the going gets tough, the tough get going and the Fastest 50 demonstrates that changing markets create new opportunities for businesses that can move quickly.Read
FAST-growing companies need high quality employees, but how can you retain and reward key staff without using up cash? Ward Hadaway tax partner Paul Christian has some tips.Read
JIM James, corporate recovery partner at Ward Hadaway, looks at why taking dividends may not be the best way for directors of fast-growing companies to reward their hard work.Read
ALMOST without exception, whether for fast-growing companies or struggling companies, the last 12 months have been a testing and difficult time. Joe Thornhill, joint head of the employment team at Ward Hadaway, looks at the challenges ahead.Read
OUR work at Durham Business School and St Chad’s College often concerns enterprise and business development – how businesses get started, how they grow, develop and change in response to changing market conditions and what support they need to realise their entrepreneurial vision. Read