Posts by Superscript
Supporting small businesses and high-growth tech companies, Superscript is a digital-first insurance provider making business insurance fit for today and ready for tomorrow. Read Superscript’s insights into all things business and insurance – from managing finances to getting the right cover.
A guide to importing and exporting for online retailers
Running an ecommerce business can often involve importing stock from overseas and selling and exporting products to customers abroad. Here’s your guide to the customs, licensing and tax rules.
A small business guide to registering for VAT
All businesses with an annual turnover greater than £85,000 must register for Value Added Tax (VAT) and complete a VAT return. Read our VAT guide for small businesses, breaking down how to register and pay your taxes.
What do interest rate rises mean for small businesses?
As the Bank of England raised interest rates to 4.25% on 23 March – the eleventh consecutive rate rise since 2021 – we look at how this affects small businesses.
How to choose a product to sell online
To build a successful ecommerce empire, you need to put quite a bit of thought into what you’re going to sell. Here are eight tips to help you nail that decision and find the perfect products.
Picking the right supplier for your online retail business
As you set up your ecommerce business, selecting the right manufacturers and suppliers for your products is a crucial step. Here, we explore the key things to consider when picking a supplier.
5 of the best ecommerce platforms for online retailers
Trying to find a platform for selling online? Discover which features to look for, read our reviews of popular platforms, and see what this all means for your business insurance.
Barriers to success for dropshippers
Dropshipping is a large and growing sector within online retail, with dropshippers fulfiling more than a third of Amazon orders globally. Here we look at the common barriers to success in this expanding sector.