February 2024 - Inventory management costs money. But those who are smart in the warehouse can reap commercial benefits from it. In Belgium, the cost of stock for the average SME is estimated at 15 to 20 per cent of the financial value of the stock. Yet, the stock is indispensable in many cases. For three reasons: Fast delivery increases your service. ➤
February 2024 - Whatever business you are in, at the end of the financial year, only one thing counts: the amount below the line. The financial management of your business, therefore, deserves full attention. An ERP system brings insight into your data and figures. The basis of sound financial management is up-to-date accounting. An ERP… ➤
February 2024 - The start of a new year always has a number of tax novelties in store. In 2024, too, you can expect a number of changes in corporate tax. Which changes should you take into account?
Statutory filing deadlines
As is its annual custom, the FPS Finance informs taxpayers of the tax... ➤
February 2024 - In 2024, you should consider some new HR measures for employers and employees. In this article, we list some of the critical changes.
Extension of date for presentation of purchasing power premium
Through the RD of 23 April 2023 on the purchasing power premium, well-performing companies can grant a one-off purchasing power premium… ➤
February 2024 - Until the tax year 2023, non-profit organisations, international not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) and private foundations were subject to a 0.17% tax on the value of their assets (albeit with an exemption of a first tranche of EUR 25,000 of assets). Since 1 January 2024, a reformed rate… ➤
October 2024 - For many SME entrepreneurs, growth is the ultimate ambition. Growing not only means more customers and turnover, but also strengthening one's position in the market and ensuring future-proofing. Yet it turns out that a lack of financial resources often puts a brake on this ambition. How can SMEs... ➤
October 2024 - Time is one of the most valuable resources for any entrepreneur, and efficient time management can make the difference between success and stagnation. Especially for SMEs, where the entrepreneur often plays multiple roles, it is essential to make the best use of the time available. Here are three practical tips for better time... ➤
October 2024 - Although their small scale gives them advantages, SMEs often struggle with limited financial resources to invest in innovation. To address this problem, the FPS Economy launched a campaign to inform SMEs about the various financing options available. In Belgium, the vast majority of SMEs have fewer than ten employees. ➤
October 2024 - A survey by SD Worx shows that about half of Belgian SMEs offer company cars to their employees. These vehicles are mainly used as function cars, mainly for visiting customers. Companies with less than three cars form the majority, but larger organisations often have more. Especially in Brussels and Wallonia, company... ➤
October 2024 - Growing SMEs, especially in manufacturing and services, face significant challenges they must overcome to remain successful. We identify five critical levers that companies need to work on to achieve sustainable growth. 1. Strategy: One of the biggest pitfalls for growing companies is the lack of a clear, forward-looking strategy. ➤
October 2024 - Do you employ one or more employees? Then it is a wise choice to have the administrative follow-up - from payroll to time credit - done by specialists. As many as 90 per cent of Belgian companies are affiliated to a social secretariat. Knowing that such affiliation is not a legal obligation, it can't be a coincidence that so many... ➤
October 2024 - When you leave on holiday, check carefully that all the windows and doors of your home are locked. After all, you don't want to give burglars or other unwanted visitors a chance to steal valuables. The same goes for your business. Securing data against hackers should always be an absolute priority. Yet many companies still... ➤
October 2024 - From 1 January 2025, the quasi-immunity of auxiliary persons, such as freelancers and subcontractors, will change. As an entrepreneur, what do you need to know about this? As part of a modernised Civil Code, the new Book 6 of the Civil Code was adopted on 1 February 2024. Subsequently, the federal government approved an... ➤
October 2024 - In a fast-growing SME, it is crucial that the organisational structure and culture keep pace with this growth. With the new grant call ‘Organising differently’, Europe WSE - formerly known as ESF Flanders - supports SMEs in this growth process. Which talent do you deploy for new tasks? How do you create a broad support base... ➤
October 2024 - In a business that attracts new customers, generates additional turnover and hires new employees, you as an employer need to consider additional obligations. Each time a cape in the workforce is crossed (20, 50 or 100 employees), new legal ground rules come into play. How do you keep a clear... ➤
August 2024 - Healthy cash flow is vital for any business, whatever its size or sector of activity. Improving cash flow starts with an intelligent invoicing process. Using invoicing software allows you to tackle this process efficiently. Why is cash flow so important? What are the benefits of invoicing software? The importance of healthy cash flow: Any finance manager or accountant will... ➤
August 2024 - As a business owner, you can build trust and transparency with your customers by drawing up a properly drafted quotation. A clear document avoids misunderstandings and guarantees clear agreements. Some practical advice? Tip 1: Make sure you have all the information you need. Before you make an offer, you need to have a clear idea of the task... ➤
August 2024 - The European Union is taking an important step towards equal pay for men and women with Directive 2023/970. Transparency of pay and enforcement mechanisms to close the pay gap are essential. For entrepreneurs, this means several new obligations and opportunities in the context of ESG (Environment, Social, Governance)... ➤
August 2024 - More and more companies are adopting targeted recruitment, a strategy aimed at attracting employees who are not only qualified but who also fit in with the company's mission and values... Targeted recruitment is therefore not just a buzzword, but an essential strategy for companies seeking to grow and make a lasting impact... ➤
August 2024 - From next year, European companies will have to make their digital products and services more accessible to people with disabilities. This new obligation, set out in the European Accessibility Act (EAA), will have a major impact on several sectors. Online shops, streaming services, e-books and even self-service checkouts in... ➤
August 2024 - What makes an entrepreneur successful? This primer provides an overview of the essential elements of successful entrepreneurship... By putting these principles into practice, you can manage your business effectively and prepare it for a prosperous future...
A - Ambition: Ambition is the driving force behind any successful business. ➤
August 2024 - The CSRD requires companies to report on their human and environmental impact from 2024. Unfortunately, the Belgian government has failed to meet the deadline for transposing this directive into national legislation. In spring 2024, the deadline for the first CRSD report was set... Companies subject to the CSRD reporting obligation must... ➤
August 2024 - Did you know that, under certain conditions, Belgian companies are legally obliged to appoint an auditor for a three-year term? In this article, we set out the main rules of the game.
Even if there is no legal obligation to do so, this appointment can be useful for monitoring the interests of all... ➤
June 2024 - As a manager in a service and installation company, you are responsible for managing the technicians on the job. Naturally, you do everything possible to ensure that this runs as efficiently as possible, but that does not prevent things from going wrong from time to time. In this article, we show… ➤
June 2024 - Do you want to stay one step ahead of your competitors? Then it is a good idea to regularly update your expertise and skills. In this article, you will learn how to approach that. Brushing up on your knowledge? Choosing the right tools for your office? Or develop your soft skills? By continuously working on yourself and your employees… ➤
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