Why Regular Stocktakes Are Your Best Cost‑Control Tool
March 9, 2026 - Posted by: Guy Porteous - In category: Blog, bottom line, Business Growth, Hospitality, profit - No responses
Running a pub, bar, hotel or restaurant has never been more demanding. Energy costs have climbed, wages are under pressure, and customers are more price‑sensitive than ever. In that environment, simply “being busy” is no longer enough – you need to know exactly where your profit is coming from, where it’s quietly leaking away, and […]
Why Stocktaking is Essential for Leicester & East Midlands Hospitality Businesses
July 3, 2025 - Posted by: Guy Porteous - In category: Business Growth, Hospitality Tips, Leicester & East Midlands, Local Business, stocktaking - No responses
Leicester and the East Midlands are experiencing a hospitality boom. In 2023 alone, over 31 million people visited Leicester and Leicestershire, contributing a record £2.39 billion to the local economy—a 15.5% increase on the previous year. The region’s reputation as a vibrant destination for food, drink, and culture continues to grow, with new venues opening and established businesses welcoming […]
