The Workhorse Blog
Latest stories, tips, and our opinions on everything and in between
The benefits of business risk taking — and how to do it right
Risk is inherent in business. Launching your business is a risk. Moving to a new office is a risk. Hiring your first employees is a risk. And the list goes on and on. At any time, taking a risk with your SMB is scary, especially if everything is going well. It’s so...
How good inventory management improves the employee experience
Better inventory management is good for your company — and your bottom line. But did you know it can also greatly impact employee experience? It makes sense, right? When operations run more smoothly and people have the information they need at their fingertips, work...
How SMBs can plan for post-recession success
Tired of hearing about the UK’s impending recession? Unfortunately, it’s a topic that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. For SMB owners, the constant talk of a looming recession can be tough to bear. Still, you should take action to protect your business as...
The importance of food traceability for F&B SMBs — and how to never miss a beat
Alongside sustainability and ethical practices, food traceability has become an important factor in the food and drink sector. This is especially true in the UK, where specific legal requirements exist. Supermarkets in the UK take great pride in being able to trace...
4 business strategies for supply chain management
Supply chain management is complex and things aren’t getting much simpler in 2023. The pandemic presented businesses of all sizes worldwide with supply chain issues that have persisted years after lockdowns began. For example, around 30% of retail, wholesale, and...
5 Digital transformation challenges for manufacturing SMEs and how to overcome them
SMBs starting up in today’s digital era know the importance of technology. With competitive markets containing more businesses than ever, not having technology can put you at a significant disadvantage. But on the flip side, having access to digital tools levels the...
7 benefits of cloud-based inventory management software for agricultural SMBs
If you own or run an SMB in the agricultural supply sector, you know better than most that efficient inventory management is essential to your ongoing success. Especially when time-sensitive orders arise, your team must work fast to satisfy your customers. That’s why...
5 types of inventory system and how order management can be a growth tool for your Agricultural Machinery business
For a business that relies on managing inventory, you need a robust system to keep track of everything. As your business grows, the amount of inventory you need to manage will increase. If your inventory management system isn’t up to the task you may well struggle....
Implementing new software doesn’t have to be a headache. Here’s how Workhorse makes it easy
There’s no denying that software makes our working lives easier. Mass digitisation in the workplace has enabled us to automate the boring minutia of our jobs and focus on what really matters. This is especially true when it comes to inventory management, where...