A quick start to the new year

2010 has brought with it a busy pace as companies look to capitalise on opportunities post-recession. For some individuals this means looking to themselves as they take the entrepreneurial route. For others it means loosening the belt and enjoying more discretionary purchases - something many retailers are gearing up to cash in on. No matter where you happen to be at the moment, we've prepared a selection of stories to help you keep on top. Find out more in Change Agent.

- The Change Agent team

Tooling up for risk management

Synovate's Dr Stephen Popiel muses on how and when research can help you identify and address risks before they hit your bottom line. Read full article

Be your own boss

As companies downsize, an increasing number of people are choosing to take the entrepreneur route – swapping a corporate cubicle for a home-office. Read full article

Playing the retail game

Manchester City Football Club is complementing its on-pitch revolution with wide spread changes to retail operations. Read full article

Intimate and interactive

With one-click online shopping and overnight delivery rapidly becoming the standard, retail stores are enticing shoppers by making shopping into a full-sensory experience. Read full article

• Tooling up for risk management


• Be your own boss


• Playing the retail game


• Intimate and interactive