Pranav Sood | Source | VP Small Business at GoCardless

The Government’s Help to Grow scheme couldn’t have come at a better time. The widespread adoption of technology will fuel the next wave of growth in this sector and unlock significant gains in productivity.

Many businesses may be tempted to search for a specific payment solution right off the bat. However, it’s important to step back and look at what you’re solving for.

As the scheme winds down from now until September, and with the Government’s Help to Grow scheme underway, SMEs should start considering how technology can help them get their finances back on track and provide the necessary support to bounce back.