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has-sm-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2022-05-20T00:11:33+00:00\">May 20, 2022<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">Updated<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date__modified-date wp-block-post-date has-sm-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2025-09-18T01:00:18+00:00\">Sep 18, 2025<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">15 mins read<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-image-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized blog-template-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"601\" 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Chances are you\u2019re already using technology in the form of a smartphone or software, but there are a lot more opportunities to be unlocked.\n\nOver the last few years technology started playing a key role in the smooth running of business operations from ensuring that teams around the world get paid on time, to onboarding and creating transparency across team functions.\n\nCovid-19 has undoubtedly amplified the importance of a strong tech stack as well, with many companies switching to a remote-first work style for the first time. Technology is not just a \u2018nice to have\u2019 anymore, tech tools are essential in helping you run and grow your business.\n<h2 id=\"why-should-every-small-business-owner-adopt-tech-tools\">Why should every small business owner adopt tech tools?<\/h2>\nWhether you\u2019re working remotely, or from the office, access to tech tools for small businesses is now more important than ever. The right tool stack can set you and your team up successfully.\n\nRegardless of the industry you\u2019re in, the use of tech can help streamline communication and increase productivity and transparency.\n\nIt doesn\u2019t have to be limiting either: from customer relationship management, project management, inventory management, sales, customer engagement, human resources and everyday operations\u2013 there\u2019s a tech tool to help you in every part of your business.\n<h2 id=\"how-to-choose-the-right-tech-tools-for-your-small-business\">How to choose the right tech tools for your small business<\/h2>\nWith so many to choose from, how do you build the right tech stack for your small business?\n\nThe good news is that it doesn\u2019t have to be expensive. Most software tools offer a variety of business plans as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/\">free trials<\/a> for businesses to road test the tool before committing.\n\nIs there a task that takes your team a long time to get through? Or maybe you\u2019re finding that you\u2019re getting stuck on things like accounting or employment paperwork instead of spending time on business growth? We\u2019re willing to bet there\u2019s a tech solution that can help, you may just need to shop around to find something that fits your needs.\n\nTo help you get started we\u2019ve rounded up a pretty awesome list of our top tech tools to level up your business life, help you save time and get you on the path to success pronto.\n<h2 id=\"top-18-tech-tools-for-small-businesses\">Top 18 tech tools for small businesses<\/h2>\nWe\u2019ve got you covered with a bit of everything in here, from project management tools to inventory tracking, sales software and marketing software. The plus side? Many come with free plans so that you can road test ones to really make sure they\u2019re a match for your small business\u2019 needs.\n<h2 id=\"communication-and-project-management-software\">Communication and project management software<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"1-slack\">\u00a01. <a href=\"https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-gb\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slack<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Communication tool Slack is a popular choice\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5956 size-full\" height=\"956\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03.png\" width=\"2484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03.png 2484w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03-768x296.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03-1536x591.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.54.03-2048x788.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2484px) 100vw, 2484px\" \/>Slack is arguably one of the most popular forms of communication in the business world and empowers teams around the globe to communicate with ease in real time.\n\nSlack is very user friendly, you can talk with your team privately over direct messaging or collaborate as a group using channels. Our favourite feature is the ability to pin notes to conversations or channels so you don\u2019t have to constantly look it up whenever you need it. This is closely followed by emojis, and Giphys!\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free\n\nPro: $8 (approx. \u00a36.44) per person, per month if billed monthly\n\nBusiness +: $15 (approx \u00a312.07) per person per month, if billed monthly.\n\nThere is also an annual plan available:\n\n$6 (approx. \u00a34.83) per person, per month if billed annually\n\nBusiness +: $12.50 (approx. \u00a310.07) per person, per month if billed annually.\n\n\u00a0\n<h3 id=\"2-shift\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shift.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">2. Shift<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Shift is a great productivity tool for keeping all your tabs in one place\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5957 size-full\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.59.53.png\" width=\"1301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.59.53.png 1301w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.59.53-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.59.53-1024x521.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-13.59.53-768x391.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1301px) 100vw, 1301px\" \/>\n\nGuilty of having a million tabs open and wasting time finding that one tab? Shift is an excellent time saver.\n\nIt allows you to access all your accounts, apps and workflows in one place so you do not need to constantly shift between your key tech stack. Integrations include Slack, Facebook, Asana, Gmail, Outlook, LinkedIn and more.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free\n\nAdvanced: $99.99 (approx. \u00a380.54), billed annually\n\nTeams: $99.99 (approx \u00a380.54), billed annually per user\n<h3 id=\"3-asana\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Asana<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Asana is a powerful project management tool for ticking off those to do lists\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5958 size-full\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.08.46.png\" width=\"1049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.08.46.png 1049w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.08.46-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.08.46-1024x661.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.08.46-768x496.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1049px) 100vw, 1049px\" \/>\n\nStruggling with staying organised and getting transparency across teams around workflows? Meet Asana. A powerful project management software tool.\n\nWhether it\u2019s for big picture planning or to make sure you don\u2019t lose track of the tiny details, it helps you keep track of what needs doing, and what\u2019s been done. Plus, when you tick it off a colourful animal comes onto your screen to celebrate that with you. Genius.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free\n\nPremium: \u00a39.49 per month (billed annually)\n\nBusiness: \u00a320.99 per month (billed annually)\n\nA monthly subscription is available for \u00a311.59 and \u00a325.69 respectively.\n<h3 id=\"4-notion\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.notion.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Notion<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Stay organised with the help of Notion.\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5959 size-full\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.37.50.png\" width=\"1352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.37.50.png 1352w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.37.50-300x133.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.37.50-1024x454.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.37.50-768x340.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1352px) 100vw, 1352px\" \/>\n\nWhether it\u2019s for documenting in accordance with regulation requirements, to-do lists, project management and document management, Notion is a great all-rounder for those struggling to stay organised.\n\nThey\u2019ve also got a library of customisable templates categorised by different goals from HR needs, to workflows, organisation charts, note taking and more.\n\nPlans\n\nPersonal: Free\n\nPersonal Pro: $4 (approx. \u00a33.22) billed annually\n\nTeam: $8 (approx. \u00a36.44) billed annually\n\nMonthly payment options are available at $5 and $10 respectively which is \u00a34.02 and \u00a38.04\n<h2 id=\"password-managers\">Password Managers<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"5-last-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastpass.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">5. Last Pass<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Keep record of those pesky passwords with LastPass\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5960 size-full\" height=\"651\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.43.06.png\" width=\"1152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.43.06.png 1152w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.43.06-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.43.06-1024x579.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.43.06-768x434.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px\" \/>\n\nGuilty of changing your password on numerous occasions because it\u2019s too long to remember? Enter Last Pass.\n\nIt helps you stay on top of those pesky passwords so that you do not have to keep hitting that \u2018<em>Forgot Password?<\/em>\u2019 Link every time you log-in. The catch? There\u2019s a master password which you\u2019ll have to remember or write down somewhere.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free\n\nPremium: $3 a month (approx \u00a32.42)\n<h2 id=\"e-signature-software\">E-signature software<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"6-docusign\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.docusign.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">6. DocuSign<\/a><\/h3>\nNeed a solution for managing those numerous contracts you have to sign daily? DocuSign is your friend.\n\nWith DocuSign you can manage the entire agreement process from electronic signatures, to contract lifecycle management, document generation and negotiation, contract analytics and more. Powerful if you are scaling your small business.\n\nPlans\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.docusign.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Visit DocuSign\u2019s website for more information.<\/a>\n<h2 id=\"marketing-and-collaboration-software\">Marketing and collaboration software<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"7-miro\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miro.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">7. Miro<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Have fun brainstorm and collaborating with your team using Miro\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5962 size-full\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.55.20.png\" width=\"967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.55.20.png 967w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.55.20-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-14.55.20-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 967px) 100vw, 967px\" \/>\n\nMiro is a great tool when it comes to bringing ideas to life and collaborating remotely.\n\nThey have a vast library of pre-built templates from business model canvases, to user story maps, mind maps and more. It\u2019s the perfect tool for those wider team brainstorms.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free\n\nTeam: $8, billed annually (approx. \u00a36.44)\n\nBusiness: $16, billed annually (approx. \u00a312.89)\n\nEnterprise: Custom plans available\n<h3 id=\"8-google-business-profile\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/intl\/en_uk\/business\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">8. Google Business Profile<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Find new customers with Google Business Profile\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5963 size-full\" height=\"1332\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06.png\" width=\"2274\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06.png 2274w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06-1024x600.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06-768x450.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06-1536x900.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.19.06-2048x1200.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2274px) 100vw, 2274px\" \/>\n\nYou may also know this tool as Google My Business. It\u2019s essential when it comes to helping your small business be found.\n\nWith this nifty tool you can connect with customers, post updates, list products and services, accept online orders and more. Whether your business has a physical location or an online-only presence, it\u2019s an absolute must for getting the attention of today\u2019s consumers.\n\nPrice\n\nFree! Learn how to create and optimise your Google Business Profile <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/business\/answer\/6300665?hl=en\">here.<\/a>\n<h3 id=\"9-unsplash\">9. <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Unsplash<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Get free photos using Unsplash's stock photo library\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5964 size-full\" height=\"1286\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23.png\" width=\"2864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23.png 2864w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23-1024x460.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23-768x345.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23-1536x690.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-15.22.23-2048x920.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2864px) 100vw, 2864px\" \/>\n\nLooking for filler images for a blog post, or thumbnail? Look no further.\n\nUnsplash is a great platform that gives you access to high-quality, free stock photos. These range from nature, portraits, black and white and colour. Our top tip: say bye to those messy download folders and keep track of all the photos you\u2019ve downloaded by creating a profile so that all your downloads can be logged. Hurrah!\n\nPrice\n\nImages are generally free, and sometimes photographers are available to hire.\n<h3 id=\"10-sprout\">10. <a href=\"https:\/\/sproutsocial.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sprout<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Create a strong social media presence with Sprout\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5965 size-full\" height=\"802\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.01.37.png\" width=\"1256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.01.37.png 1256w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.01.37-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.01.37-1024x654.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.01.37-768x490.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px\" \/>\n\nNeed a tool to keep track of your social media platforms and scheduling? Enter Sprout.\n\nThis is the tool for you if you have numerous social media accounts. It allows you to schedule posts for various platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. It\u2019s a bit pricier than other schedulers but Sprout are known for their in-depth analytics reports known to increase engagement and help with business growth.\n\nPlans\n\nStandard: $89 (approx. \u00a372) a month, billed annually\n\nProfessional: $149 (approx. \u00a3120.06) a month, billed annually\n\nAdvanced: $249 (approx. \u00a3200.63) a month, billed annually\n\nMonthly payment options are available at $99, $169, and $279 respectively, which is approx \u00a379.77, \u00a3136 and \u00a3224.\n<h3 id=\"11-later\">11. <a href=\"https:\/\/later.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Later<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Save time by scheduling posts using Later\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5966 size-full\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Later.png\" width=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Later.png 512w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Later-300x223.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/>\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for something on the more affordable side (and perfect for if you\u2019re just getting started with social media accounts), Later is a one stop shop for your social media scheduling needs.\n\nIt integrates both Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn and comes with a drag and drop user experience. Their free plan is limited to Instagram only and they\u2019ve recently introduced a carousel scheduling feature for Instagram.\n\nPlans\n\nStarter: $15 (approx. \u00a312.09) a month, billed monthly\n\nGrowth: $40 (approx. \u00a332.23) a month, billed monthly\n\nAdvanced: $80 (approx. \u00a364.46) a month, billed monthly\n<h3 id=\"12-canva\">12. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Canva<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Design social media posts easily using Canva\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5967 size-full\" height=\"1258\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23.png\" width=\"2370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23.png 2370w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23-1024x544.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23-768x408.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23-1536x815.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.21.23-2048x1087.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2370px) 100vw, 2370px\" \/>\n\nIf you\u2019re after somewhere where you can create social media templates, easily edit images for your website, or remove backgrounds you may want to check out Canva (or try one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/designhub.co\/sites-like-canva\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Canva alternatives<\/a>).\n\nTheir free plan comes with a range of customisable templates and their Pro version allows you to add your brand colours to a library so you don\u2019t have to keep searching for the Hex code. They\u2019ve recently added an internal scheduling tool for Instagram for their Pro users.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: Free!\n\nPro: A$ 164.99 (approx. \u00a393.57), billed annually and is for up to 5 people\n\nEnterprise: A$46. (approx. \u00a325.94) billed monthly, per person and needs a minimum of 25 people\n\nThe Pro version has a monthly billing option for A$17.99 which is approx \u00a310.14\n<h2 id=\"digital-design-tools\">Digital design tools<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"13-figma\">13. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.figma.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Figma<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Design prototypes with ease using Figma\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5968 size-full\" height=\"1016\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.25.49.png\" width=\"1030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.25.49.png 1030w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.25.49-300x296.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.25.49-1024x1010.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.25.49-768x758.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/>\n\nLooking for something to support collaborative interface design? Look no further than Figma.\n\nIt comes with both building, design and brainstorming tools and enables users to provide clear feedback on ideas at all stages. You can use it to design social media posts and prototypes. Powerful stuff.\n\nPlans\n\nStarter: Free\n\nFigma Professional: $12 (approx. \u00a39.66) a month, billed annually\n\nFigma Organisation: $45 (approx. \u00a336.22) a month, annual only\n\nMonthly payment option is only available for Figma Professional at $15 (approx. \u00a312.07).\n<h3 id=\"14-squarespace\">14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squarespace.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Squarespace<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Build sleek websites using Squarespace\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5969 size-full\" height=\"1228\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.30.07.png\" width=\"1100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.30.07.png 1100w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.30.07-269x300.png 269w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.30.07-917x1024.png 917w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.30.07-768x857.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/>\n\nWant to build a sleek business website to house your products and services for the world to see? Squarespace is a user-friendly website builder with a wide range of pre-built templates that can be easily customised regardless if you\u2019re CSS-literate\u2013 or not.\n\nIf you\u2019re a professional website builder you can become a Circle member after building 3 websites on the platform to get access to exclusive forums, updates and get a 20% discount on annual website and scheduling plans.\n\nPlans\n\nPersonal: \u00a310 a month, billed annually\n\nBusiness: \u00a315 a month, billed annually\n\nCommerce: \u00a320 a month, billed annually\n\nAdvanced Commerce: \u00a330 a month, billed annually\n\nMonthly payment options are available at \u00a313, \u00a321, \u00a324, \u00a337 respectively\n<h2 id=\"sales-software\">Sales software<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"15-lavender-ai\">15. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lavender.ai\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Lavender AI<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Write engaging sales emails using Lavender Ai\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5970 size-full\" height=\"1356\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27.png\" width=\"2512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27.png 2512w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27-300x162.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27-1024x553.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27-768x415.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27-1536x829.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-16.47.27-2048x1106.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2512px) 100vw, 2512px\" \/>\n\nNew kids on the block, Lavender AI is a powerful sales email assistant tool.\n\nFounded in 2020, Lavender is designed to help your sales team with their workflow with a built in AI function to help elevate sales emails. You can integrate their AI assistant with Gmail, Outlook, Outreach and Salesloft.\n\nTheir newsletters are also worth checking out if you want to brighten up your inbox with their love letters. Their free plan comes with analytics for 5 emails per month and allows you to research 5 people per month.\n\nPlans\n\nIndividual Pro: $29 (approx. \u00a323.34) a month\n\nTeams + Integrations: $49 (approx. \u00a339.44) a month, per user\n<h3 id=\"16-outreach\">16. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outreach.io\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Outreach<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Get insight into powerful analytics to help your sales with Outreach\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5971 size-full\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.02.14.png\" width=\"1162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.02.14.png 1162w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.02.14-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.02.14-1024x638.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.02.14-768x479.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1162px) 100vw, 1162px\" \/>\n\nFounded in 2014, Outreach is a sales execution platform which integrates sales engagement, conversation intelligence, and revenue intelligence into one platform. It can help you take your sales efforts to the next level.\n\nIt comes with 90+ integrations across Customer Relationship Management, Account Based Marketing, email, chat and more.\n\nPlans\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.outreach.io\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">More information on website<\/a>\n<h3 id=\"17-shopify\">17. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shopify<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Grow your e-commerce business using Shopify\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5972 size-full\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.05.37.png\" width=\"738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.05.37.png 738w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/Screenshot-2022-05-16-at-17.05.37-300x197.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/>\n\nHave you been thinking about tapping into a world of new customers by taking your retail business online? Shopify is a commerce platform that empowers you to start, grow and manage a business all in one place.\n\nIt helps shop owners sell in multiple places across social media and the web as well as manage products, inventory, payments and shipping costs.\n\nPlans\n\nBasic: \u00a324 a month\n\nShopify: \u00a369 a month\n\nAdvanced: \u00a3259 a month\n<h2 id=\"hr-software\">HR software<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"18-employment-hero\">18. <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/a><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Make sure your superstar team get the recognition they deserve with 91±¬ΑΟ\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5973 size-full\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/09\/EH-.png\" width=\"512\"\/>\n\nWe\u2019re definitely biased, but there\u2019s no way we could complete the list of top tech tools for small businesses without giving our very own platform, 91±¬ΑΟ, a shoutout. It would be awkward if we didn\u2019t.\n\nSo folks\u2013 if you\u2019re looking to scale your small business then it\u2019s a no-brainer You should definitely consider the use of a powerful HR and payroll tool to help ease the load off your team.\n\nOur end-to-end <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/products\/hr-software\/\">HR platform<\/a> covers every aspect of the employee lifecycle; from recruitment and onboarding to engagement, productivity and success. Goodbye endless paperwork, we can help you streamline employment admin with our easy-to-use, cloud-based platform.\n\nMeanwhile, our HMRC-recognised <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/products\/payroll-software\/\">Payroll platform<\/a> can help you ensure compliance, reduce double data handling and the errors that come with it, and never lose a timesheet or leave request again.\n\nPlans\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/\">Book a demo<\/a> with one of our business specialists who can help you find the right plan for your business.\n<h2 id=\"final-thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\nWhen it comes to going full speed ahead with your business growth plans, it\u2019s a no-brainer to consider the right software to help make that happen.\n\nWith technological advances software companies have been achieving the best tools can strengthen your team and boost productivity, save time and get everyone on the same page. 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