According to a recent survey conducted by Top Service Ltd, 85% of individuals employed in credit management did not initially plan for it to be their chosen career path. A significant number of individuals working in credit management express feelings of being undervalued. In some cases, they believe that the sales function within a business […]… Continue Reading
The Department for Business & Trade have released the latest statistics for September 2023, but what does this mean for you and your business? We discuss below the Turnover Forecast for October, the Turnover Trend and Future Price Increases. We also provide our advice on how to keep yourself protected from increased rates of insolvency […]… Continue Reading
The Insolvency Service released the latest set of statistics for August 2023 this morning, to understand what this means for you and your business please find a summary of the key points below. Registered Company Insolvencies: In August 2023, 2,308 registered company insolvencies were reported, this is an increase of 367 insolvencies when compared to […]… Continue Reading
To be asked to the judging committee for the 2024 British Credit Awards is an honor that I have been delighted to accept. I’m looking forward to the process and being part of recognising the credit industry and the professionals that work so hard within the industry.… Continue Reading
The August statistics for building materials and components released by the Department for Business & Trade provide valuable insights into the current business environment. Let’s break down what these statistics mean for your business: Price Trends: The statistics show that 30% of trading businesses advised that they have seen an increase in prices for goods […]… Continue Reading
When a corporate insolvency occurs one of the biggest frustrations our members experience is when they can see large dividends have been paid out to shareholders. We’re delighted to be able to explore this subject with the author of this article & Top Service friend, Brendan Clarkson (PKF). What is a Dividend? Dividends are the […]… Continue Reading
A credit policy provides a framework for managing credit related processes, sets clear expectations and promotes efficient communication within a construction business. By implementing and adhering to a credit policy, businesses can mitigate financial risks, improve cash flow and support sustainable growth. A credit policy can support construction businesses in several ways: Streamlining credit processes: […]… Continue Reading
Our very own CEO provided a guest blog for the latest Registry Trust newsletter. Discussing the impacts of rising energy costs, interest rates & the impact on the construction industry: The construction industry is grappling with rising interest rates, which affects the cost of borrowing for construction projects. Additionally, inflation’s impact on the cost of […]… Continue Reading
We were pleased to welcome Rachel Maclean MP to our offices in Redditch to discuss Top Service’s success & growth. Rachel says “ Meet Emma Reilly MCICM and Lisa Cardus from Top Service Ltd – two formidable business women who have taken their company from strength-to-strength! Over the past year they have increased headcount by 25%, and their growth […]… Continue Reading
The latest insolvency statistics have been published today by The Insolvency Service. The number of registered company insolvencies in July 2023 was 1,727, 6% lower than in the same month in the previous year (1,831 in July 2022). This was higher than levels seen while the Government support measures were in place in response to […]… Continue Reading
