The Minister for Small Business, Anna Soubry, has proposed the creation of a 'Small Business Commissioner' as part of the government's new enterprise bill – which was announced back in May by Sajid Javid, the Secretary of State for Business. This new role will provide an initial point of contact for SMEs involved in disputes … Continued

As many companies now operate internationally as well as domestically, it is important that they are staffed accordingly. Of course, the credit control department of any company is hugely important and integral to its financial health, so skilled credit controllers are always in demand. Portfolio can help you find an experienced and hardworking credit controller … Continued

An effective credit control department is staffed with several skilled professionals who each perform a different yet equally vital role. Debt recovery specialists help to ensure that outstanding customer debts are paid in full, and therefore for many businesses they carry out crucial work. Portfolio Credit Control can help you find a debt recovery professional … Continued

There are countless skills that make a person suited to credit control work, but there are a number of personality traits that are just as desirable and useful. We’ll take a look at four traits of a Good Credit Control Pro in this article – and they all begin with the letter P. 1. Practicality … Continued

Sajid Javid, the new Secretary of State for Business, has announced that the government will establish the Small Business Conciliation Service. The service aims to provide advice and support to SMEs involved in disputes with other businesses – particularly those subjected to late payment for their goods and services. According to the Department for Business, … Continued