Business Centre
Welcome to the StratoWrite Business Centre, a growing library of expert insights designed to help you and your business succeed.
Here you’ll find startup tips, funding guides, tax and legal advice, plus our recommended essential software and tools to help you start and build your business.
New content is added weekly to give UK startups the right advice and guidance at the right time. Whether you’re exploring business ideas or comparing platforms and services, you’ll find practical, no‑nonsense advice right here.
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Checkout and online payments for ecommerce (2026): how Bolt supports smoother purchases
Bolt explained for UK ecommerce in 2026, focused on online checkout flow, reducing friction, repeat purchasing, and when checkout optimisation matters.

UK POS (point of sale) and card payments (2026): how Square supports in-person sales
Square explained for UK businesses in 2026, focused on in-person payments, POS workflows, hardware options, and where it fits day to day.

Xero vs FreeAgent: which accounting software is the better fit for a UK 2026 freelancer or small business?
Xero vs FreeAgent for UK freelancers in 2026, compared by workflow style, integrations, and how each platform supports day-to-day bookkeeping.

Facewatch: How UK Retailers Are Responding to Rising Retail Crime
Retail crime in the UK is rising fast, leaving shop owners to protect their staff and stock with limited support. In this guide, we look at Facewatch, the facial recognition system helping retailers identify known offenders, deter theft, and regain control of their stores.

Tide vs ANNA: Which Business Account is Best for a UK 2026 Startup?
Choosing between Tide and ANNA comes down to protection vs. automation. We break down the 2026 features of both to help you decide which business account best fits your launch.

High Speed Training: Accredited Online Training for UK Startup Compliance (2026)
Don’t risk your launch with a lack of compliance. Learn how High Speed Training’s accredited online courses provide the food hygiene, health, and safety certifications your UK startup needs.
