Moving into new ventures with your business is an exciting time, but it can sometimes mean that some formalities are forgotten about, thus putting your business in a vulnerable position. Therefore, we have compiled a list of ways for you to protect your business whilst moving into new ventures, to ensure the business continues to run smoothly. Let’s take a closer look, below.
Insure Your Business
Having the right insurance policy is imperative for your business, regardless of the industry you’re in. From cleaning business insurance to public liability insurance, there are a variety of policies to choose from to ensure that your business is protected in the best possible way and is covered for all circumstances. For example, if a client falls over after you have cleaned their property, your business would be protected from being sued.
In addition to having the right insurance policy for your business, it’s also important that you protect your business through your contracts. This will ensure that your employees or suppliers are unable to make a claim against you. Therefore, when writing up a contract, speak to a lawyer and include legal phrases and clauses that will provide the most protection for your business.
Protect Your Files
Most businesses save and file all their documents online, which is great for convenience and it’s easier to keep everything together, however, there are a number of ways that your files can be put at risk; hackers and viruses. To avoid either of these, it’s imperative that you regularly update antivirus software to not only prevent the virus, but so your business can still operate seamlessly.
If there is a huge technological breakdown, it’s important that you have a set of backed-up files that you can refer to, so you don’t have to put business on hold, which would impact revenue.
Additionally, it’s important that you regularly update your passwords and they’re not too simple. Create a strong password and implement password policies, such as preventing using certain words and using password pattern controls.
Find Your Unique Selling Point
Specialise in what you do and try not to veer into different areas if you don’t know what you’re doing. Find your unique selling point and know what sets you apart from your competition. Work out how your services or products are unique from your competitors and focus on these strengths. Therefore, you cannot be accused of copying other companies and you will have a bespoke business.
Set A Sharing Policy
Have a clear sharing policy in your terms and conditions on your website, where you outline the steps someone has to take if they want to share your photos, posts etc. Make sure all the information is clearly available and set out, so there can be no mistake and users won’t take copies of your work. If someone uses content from your site and you have a sharing policy available on your site, you can use this against them if you need to contact them.
There are a number of ways that you can protect your business when moving into new ventures and hopefully this guide will help you to keep your business secure.
