KnowledgeBox
Tailored guidance for trades, sectors and professions.
Free guidance specific to your business
Did you know, as a Bank of Scotland customer you get free access to KnowledgeBox when you have an account with us?
KnowledgeBox is a handy resource providing tailored guidance for a wide range of trades, sectors and professions. You’ll also find information specific to where your business is located.
Sectors covered within KnowledgeBox include: tourism, retail, food and drink, arts and crafts, construction, healthcare and IT, plus lots more.
Whether you're an art gallery in Aberdeen, a beekeeper in Balloch, or a cheesemonger in Chlachan, KnowledgeBox has guidance in it for you.
Within KnowledgeBox you’ll find all this tailored guidance and more:
Business Opportunity Profiles |
Business Information Factsheets |
Local Area Profiles |
Sector Updates |
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Business Opportunity Profiles Helpful guides on starting up, trading and legal issues for a wide range of specific trades, sectors and professions, covering: |
Business Information Factsheets Practical guides and checklists covering dozens of small business management and compliance subjects such as: • Starting up • Trading legally • Tax, National Insurance and VAT • Employment • Managing business finance |
Local Area Profiles Location-specific information for businesses in every UK local authority area, including: • Support available • Funding options • Training opportunities • Workspace options • Networking opportunities |
Sector Updates Concise, current awareness bulletins covering developments, announcements and news in over 40 business sectors, including: • Manufacturing • Hair and beauty • Childcare • Hospitality • Arts and culture |
How to access KnowledgeBox
Once you have an account with us, you’ll be able to access KnowledgeBox for free within Internet Banking using your desktop.
When you’re logged in, you’ll find the link within the navigation menu on the left-hand side, within the ‘Additional Support’ section.