Business tips & advice

Bringing Black Friday to B2B: The Ultimate Guide

On the face of it, Black Friday appears to be created exclusively for B2C, but is it possible for B2B merchants to get a slice of the action?

Tips for surviving a recession

As a growing number of experts warn of an impending global recession, it’s essential for B2B merchants to learn how to survive – and possibly thrive – during an economic downturn.

56% of SMEs continue to experience post-COVID struggles

More than half of SME businesses in the UK are still struggling post-COVID, as energy prices and inflation continue to rise, new survey by Hokodo finds.

How to prevent cart abandonment on your B2B online store

It's not always easy to understand why your customers are abandoning their carts before reaching the checkout. In this article, we explore some of the most common causes and how they can be prevented.

How to boost sales and B2B customer loyalty with improved UX

UX has become something of a buzzword in B2B e-commerce, but that doesn't mean that it's not an important factor contributing to your online sales and customer loyalty.

How to streamline the accounts receivable process of your B2B e-commerce business

By streamlining the accounts receivable process of your B2B e-commerce business you can keep cash flow healthy and stay trading for many years to come. Check out our tips and advice for keeping on top of your receivables.

5 ways to manage cash flow in your B2B e-commerce business

According to research, 57% of UK small business owners have had problems with cash flow. That can be a worrying place for a business owner to be, but as we will explore in this article, it’s often preventable.

4 tips for trading safely and getting paid on time

SMEs up and down the country are dealing with late payments. According to Bacs Payment Schemes, “more than a third of SMEs...are waiting...

How to deal with late and missing invoice payments

Unfortunately, many small businesses are often left chasing debt when customers fail to pay for their trade purchases. In this article, we explore how best to deal with late and missing invoice payments.

How to Boost Sales on Your Magento Store

Maximise conversions, secure new business and boost sales on your B2B Magento store with these exclusive insights and top tips from Hokodo.

The B2B Merchant’s Checklist for Black Friday 2021

In our B2B merchant’s checklist for Black Friday 2021 we explore how B2B e-commerce stores and marketplaces can benefit from the Black Friday buzz.

The simple guide to understanding your customers’ financial health

Risk is a normal part of doing business, but unnecessary financial risk can be stressful, costly and detrimental to your organisation. Credit ratings are designed to help minimise the risk that small businesses are exposed to.