On 13th June 2023, B2B delivery giant Tuffnells announced it was going into administration, making mass redundancies and leaving many business owners floundering with no one to deliver their...
Amalie Smith
If you’re starting a product business, there are a few decisions you’ll need to make around branding. Are you going to manufacture and brand your own products, buy unbranded and simply add your...
Kat Haylock
Lots of members of the UKBF community take to our forums to discuss buying and selling pallets of used or returned goods. But is it an attractive business venture? Let’s take a look at the pros...
Amalie Smith
Distributors play an important part in the supply chain, helping to move products from the manufacturer to the end buyer. But how easy is it to become a distributor and what do you need to know...
ChrisGoodfellow
Looking to set up a resale business, perhaps in second-hand goods, retail returns or liquidated business stock? You’ve come to the right place. This blog post provides an overview of the auction...
Amalie Smith
Small businesses and entrepreneurs often see a huge opportunity in importing from China, but for the uninitiated it can be difficult to know where to start. Finding a reputable and reliable...
ChrisGoodfellow
If your business involves selling products, choosing the right supplier is crucial to its success. This is one of your most important business relationships, so take time finding one that meets...
ChrisGoodfellow
Choosing a delivery service that’s fast, reliable, professional and cost-effective is vital for any online retailer. Here’s what to consider when you’re looking for a cost effective delivery...
Dan Hobson
Royal Mail workers will go on strike again at the end of the month, causing havoc for many businesses and customers. Here’s the background, plus advice from the UKBF community. Around 115,000...
Dan Hobson
Dropshipping is often hailed as "easy money" and a "get-rich-quick" opportunity. But is dropshipping still profitable – or is it an oversaturated market? In 2020, the estimated value of the...
Dan Hobson
Starting a man with a van delivery business can be a quick, easy and low-cost way to become self employed. Plus, there’s always demand and good profit to be made. New members often come to UKBF...
Dan Hobson
New research released by UKBF last week during National Careers Week, showed that more than 45,000 school leavers aged between 16 and 18 years old started their own businesses in the last three...
JuliaClementsRoche
