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HMRC's new International Controlled Transactions Schedule (ICTS) will significantly increase scrutiny of Transfer Pricing arrangements from 2027. This article explains what is changing, the risks businesses face if they are unprepared, and the practical steps leadership teams can take now to strengthen governance, improve compliance, and reduce exposure before reporting becomes mandatory.

As international operations grow, businesses often need more than a bank to manage cross-border payments effectively. This guide explores the differences between banks and FX specialists, highlighting how dedicated support, multi-currency capabilities, international payroll solutions and global payment expertise can help CFOs improve efficiency, control and scalability when operating across borders.

Foreign exchange plays a crucial role in modern football finance. From international transfers and UEFA payments to sponsorship income and overseas operations, currency fluctuations can significantly impact a club's financial performance. Discover how strategic FX management helps football clubs improve budgeting accuracy, protect financial resources, and create greater certainty for long-term growth and investment.

As startups scale, financial complexity grows quickly. From international hiring and investor reporting to forecasting and cash flow visibility, many fast-growing businesses discover their finance infrastructure is no longer fit for purpose. This article explores why stronger financial foundations are becoming essential for sustainable startup growth, investor confidence, and operational scalability.

International expansion offers huge opportunities for technology businesses, but scaling globally also introduces operational, payroll, HR, tax, and compliance complexity. This guide explores what SaaS companies, fintech firms, AI startups, and fast-growth technology businesses need to know before expanding internationally including global hiring, Employer of Record (EOR) solutions, international payroll, compliance risks, investor readiness, and building scalable infrastructure for sustainable long-term growth.

Meet Jo Goswell, Briars Group’s new Corporate Services Director, bringing 25+ years of expertise in finance, compliance, and global operations.

This article explores why investors value internationally diversified revenue, scalable infrastructure, and compliant global operations, while highlighting the operational risks that can undermine valuation when expansion lacks structure. Discover how businesses can build international growth models that support long-term scalability, resilience, and investment readiness.

As AI and automation reshape professional services, many businesses are reducing human interaction in favour of efficiency. But is that what clients really want? This article explores why genuine human service is becoming even more valuable in an AI-driven world, and how the most successful businesses will combine intelligent technology with trusted human expertise to deliver stronger client relationships, better guidance, and greater confidence during international growth.

International expansion moves quickly, but people infrastructure often lags behind. Discover why involving HR earlier helps businesses build scalable, compliant, and sustainable global growth strategies.