Imagine a customer rummaging through their wallet, pulling out a dog-eared stamp card with just one sad, empty square left on it. That nearly complete card is a powerful thing. It represents loyalty, repeat business, and the promise of a well-deserved reward.

The landscape of charitable giving has undergone a fundamental transformation. Digital payment processing is no longer a peripheral option but a core component of any successful fundraising strategy. Digital donations now constitute over 85% of payment methods, and organisations that embrace a digital-first approach are growing 12.7% faster than their counterparts. With mobile giving alone accounting for more than half of all online donations in 2024, fundraisers must navigat

For decades, the humble restaurant receipt has served one purpose: proof of purchase. It’s a transactional slip of paper that usually ends up crumpled in a pocket or lost in a car glovebox. But what if that same receipt could become the key to understanding your customers and building a powerful, modern loyalty programme?

You’ve built a brilliant fitness community. Your classes are buzzing, members are showing up, and there’s a great atmosphere. But you glance over at your personal training schedule, and you see gaps. Gaps that should be filled with dedicated members getting incredible results and, just as importantly, boosting your revenue.

For takeaway and quick-service restaurants, loyalty is the secret sauce. In a crowded market, keeping your customers coming back is the difference between surviving and thriving. Research shows that loyalty members visit up to 22% more often than other customers, making a well-chosen loyalty program one of the best investments you can make.

The legendary printed stamp card is a symbol of café culture. It's simple, satisfying, and for years it has been the go-to tool for rewarding regulars. But in a world where your customers live on their phones, that crumpled card they always forget is starting to show its age.

Events are threads that hold a coworking space community together. From weekly member breakfasts and networking nights to expert workshops and keynote speakers, these gatherings are where connections are made and your space transforms from a collection of desks into a genuine ecosystem.

The Friday night rush is on. The phone is ringing, online orders are coming in, and the queue is growing. In the organised chaos of running a takeaway, your focus is on getting great food out the door, fast. But what if you could make every single order just a little bit bigger?

Your nail salon is a hub of creativity. Every day, you and your team create tiny, wearable works of art. So, if there’s one platform that was practically invented for you to show off your skills, it’s Instagram. It’s your digital shop window, your portfolio, and your biggest source of new clients, all rolled into one.

There's an undeniable magic to a traditional pub or bar. The familiar comfort of the decor, the well-poured drinks, the buzz of conversation. It's a formula that has worked for generations. However, attracting a younger demographic (like Millennials and Gen Z) requires blending that classic charm with the modern conveniences they've come to expect.

For decades, the humble paper stamp card has been the go-to loyalty tool for local businesses, ranging from corner coffee shops to local boutiques. It’s simple, tangible, and, let’s be honest, it requires absolutely zero technical know-how. But its charm is also its downfall. Cards get lost, forgotten at home, or turned into pulp in the washing machine.  For businesses, they offer no data, no insight, and no way to connect with a customer once they’ve left the shop.

You live and die by the number of covers you do each night in your restaurant. It’s a relentless cycle of attracting new diners while keeping your regulars coming back for more. In the heat of the battle, the easiest weapon to reach for is the discount. "20% Off Tuesdays!" "Free Appetiser with Any Main!" It’s a quick fix, a shot in the arm to boost a quiet evening.

So, you've made the brilliant decision to launch a loyalty program. Fantastic! You're about to turn those happy first-time clients into regulars who wouldn't dream of going anywhere else, whether you're grooming pampered pups or detailing dream cars.

The gates are closed, the last food truck has driven away, and the clean-up crew is moving in. The event was a roaring success... wasn't it? The anecdotal feedback is excellent, people seemed happy, but when your sponsors ask which stalls were the most popular or where the footfall was heaviest, you’re left relying on a vague feeling. "The burger van seemed pretty busy" isn't precisely the data they're looking for.

A brand-new fitness challenge is announced, the sign-up sheet is buzzing, and the gym has that electric New Year’s resolution energy. For the first week, it’s all go. By week three, however, that initial enthusiasm has dwindled, and only a handful of the ultra-committed are still tracking their progress.

Discover how cloud technology, AI, and mobile wallets are levelling the playing field for independent cafes. Learn how to boost customer retention and compete with the big chains.

Running a coworking space is about so much more than desks and Wi-Fi. You’re in the business of community, culture, and experience. Your members don’t just want a place to work; they want a place to belong.

The takeaway business can feel like a revolving door. Customers pop in, drawn by convenience or a noisy stomach, grab their food, and vanish. You might see them again next week, or you might not. They'll probably go wherever is closest when hunger strikes next.

As a salon owner, you wear two hats. You're a leader, fostering a team of talented artists. You're also a business owner, with one eye permanently fixed on the bottom line. The challenge? Your stylists are passionate about hair and beauty, rather than focusing on sales targets. The very word "upsell" can make an artist cringe.

You run a bar, a pub, or a local. You’re rushed off your feet from the moment you open until you’re kicking the last straggler out at closing time. At the end of a long night, it's tempting to look at the cash in the till, breathe a sigh of relief (or despair), and call it a day.