Think tank ResPublica has just published a major essay collection 'Making it Mutual' looking at the opportunities for mutuals in various sectors, and the policies that can better support their development. … [Read more...]
Co-ops turn cash flow problems into community solutions
One of the biggest- if not the biggest - danger to any business is a cash flow crisis. You could have a profitable business in general, but if the money you have and the money you need don't match up, then you've got problems. One village shop is benefitting from a novel solution by getting its customers to pay for their goods in advance. That gives them money up front to … [Read more...]