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Business Partners Update December 2011

Welcome... to December’s Business Partner e-update

This update is kindly sponsored by RHA Financial Services which is managed by Begbies Traynor Group (BTG) - a leading specialist professional services consultancy and a specialist in the haulage sector.

If you are looking for a reputable industry supplier in your area then why not visit our business partners' services at www.rha.uk.net for more information or contact the provider directly from the list opposite to see if they can be of assistance for your business needs.

Within this newsletter The Fuelcard Company list top tips for winter driving and BTG provide details on business restructuring and how this can increase profits for your business.

 

Why not ask the Experts - Business Restructuring

Business restructuring is a concerted attempt by a business to change the way it is organised, usually to cut costs and become more effective and efficient.   

By reviewing and evaluating the financial and operational issues that adversely affect performance, our team of restructuring specialists can develop and implement strategies that can help businesses maximise their potential.

The earlier we're involved, the more chance we have of successfully assisting you.

When Can Business Restructuring Help?

  • When a business is underperforming or not maximising its potential.
  • When management need assistance to stabilise a business to enable a preliminary action plan to be drafted.
  • When management are seeking to prepare robust operational plans and financial forecasts to underpin a restructuring exercise.
  • When a business is seeking to generate, maintain or raise sufficient cash to support ongoing trading levels.
  • When stakeholders are seeking to realise value by way of an exit or disposal.
  • When a business needs assistance to manage its bank relationship.

For further information please contact:rha@begbies-traynor.com   or 0800 072 8003

 

Top Tips for Winter Driving from The Fuelcard Company

Prepare for difficult driving conditions as harsh winter weather combined with road maintenance budget cuts makes travelling trickier over the festive season.

During winter months, special care and extra preparation is required if drivers are to avoid a breakdown or accident. It is essential that drivers are more prepared for such hazards before setting out on any journey. Regular maintenance and servicing of all vehicles is also more important at this time of year as 'The AA' reports the number of breakdowns nearly doubles during particularly cold spells which can causes late deliveries to your customers and valuable lost hours to your business.

Following your daily checks, tips to tackle potentially dangerous driving conditions:

1.      Drive slowly in icy conditions even if the road looks to be clear. Black ice can be very deceptive

2.      Avoid braking too hard and too suddenly on icy surfaces

3.      Remain in as high a gear as possible to avoid wheelspin

4.      Be prepared for a break down and ensure you have warm clothes, a breakdown number to hand and you are wearing your high-visibility clothing

For more information about safer driving over the festive period, please click here