
Manufacturers must build leaders internally as management pipelines start thinning. Andy Turner, managing director of SEW-EURODRIVE UK & Ireland, talks about how Gen Z’s lack of interest in white collar roles, alongside UK industry’s over reliance on external recruitment, is stifling growth and development.

Greener business travel depends on better systems, not individual effort. Sophie Fleming, Global Head of Trainline Business, argues SMEs need simpler, rail-first booking tools and clearer emissions data to turn sustainability goals into everyday travel decisions.

SME leaders face intense pressure, but resilience can be built. Contributors from the Help to Grow: Management community outline five practical ways to reduce stress, from setting boundaries and delegating to seeking mentorship, reconnecting with purpose, and investing in leadership development.

Small businesses are being held back by weak financial confidence. Kate Hayward, Xero’s UK managing director, argues that stronger financial literacy can help owners manage cash flow, avoid costly mistakes, and make better decisions on growth, hiring, and investment.

Co-sourcing is fast becoming a cost-effective choice for businesses in the financial sector and beyond. Russell Gammon, chief innovation officer at UK-based Tax Systems explains why.

Workplace burnout is rising as digital overload reshapes employee experience. Tristan Shortland, Chief Technology Officer at Infinity Group, argues that poorly designed digital environments are accelerating fatigue, while smarter, more intentional technology ecosystems can restore focus, reduce cognitive strain, and improve long-term organisational performance.

Compliance is shifting from cost centre to strategic business advantage. Lee Bryan, founder and CEO of Arcus Compliance and author of The Compliance Edge, outlines how embedding agility, risk awareness, and culture into compliance systems can accelerate growth, strengthen trust, and position businesses ahead of less structured competitors.

EU cyber rules force faster vulnerability reporting and operational change. Sylvain Cortes, VP Strategy at Hackuity, says organisations will need real-time visibility across software supply chains, stronger data consolidation, and faster remediation processes to meet the Cyber Resilience Act’s 24-hour reporting requirement.

Business Quarter Issue 3 is live, helping leaders navigate uncertainty. The new edition examines planning, AI, trust, and growth in a market where certainty is scarcer than it once was.

Neurodiversity presents both opportunity and responsibility for modern workplaces. Dan Kentley, Head of Assessment and Specialist Clinical Services at Onebright, explains why organisations that recognise neurodivergent strengths — and make practical workplace adjustments — can unlock productivity, innovation, and stronger employee retention.