When a business hits serious financial turbulence, the instinct is often to look outward: new sales, new markets, new strategies. But in our experience, the most effective recoveries begin by looking ...
2021 has seen some excellent results for the Playfair Turnaround Team with recent recognition at The IFT Awards, a national awards ceremony, and the successful completion of 3 recent turnaround as...
Originally written for the FSB, we have answered frequently asked questions about turnaround below, including the practical steps you can take and how it can help your business. What are the signs ...
Many members contributed to the findings and I was pleased to be one of them – concentrating on our specialist market – SMEs; principally owner-managed and often family businesses. As IFT’s CEO,...
People start businesses for many reasons, including having a clear vision or personal ideas, but for long-term viability, a business must be financially sound. In the start-up and growth periods, many...
Playfair Partnerships are delighted to announce we have become a corporate partner of the Institute for Turnaround (IFT). The IFT is the leading professional organisation for business turnaround and t...
How did your Playfair Partnerships journey begin? Having spent years in industry, I set up Playfair Partnerships to offer clients senior level, cost-effective advice, focusing on business turnaround ...
What is the key to financial success for a new business? It’s all about good planning, good advice and keeping your eye on the ball. Setting up a business is an exciting time but it’s often a v...
How to get the most out of your outsourced providers When it comes to appointing professional advisers, it’s crucial that you get the right fit for your business. There is plenty of choice out ther...
While there are many influences which can have an impact on whether a business succeeds or fails, it often comes down to the same three issues – management, management, management! Businesses can on...