Expert Commentary

In the world of business, things are constantly changing. Our expert academics explain and give their views on the latest hot topics from the worlds of law, business, HR, finance, retail and much more.

Fruit and vegetable market stall

Expert comment: UK inflation drops to 2.6%

In light of this morning’s news that UK inflation has dropped to 2.6%, the University of Salford’s economists, Matthew Allen and Dr Maria Paola Rana, share their thoughts.

IPSERA conference 2025

Salford showcases cutting-edge supply chain research on international stage

The University of Salford’s Supply Chains, Procurement and Project Management team is continuing its strong relationship with the International Purchasing and Supply Education and Research Association (IPSERA) with a number of colleagues representing the University at its 2025 annual conference in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

General business meeting

Culture vs innovation: futureproofing SMEs

Salford Business School’s Associate Professor of Change Management, Dr Ann Mulhaney, recently presented for the second year at the British Psychology Society’s Division of Occupational Psychology Annual Conference 2025.  

Dr Md Javed Kawsar at IRTP

Revolutionising religious tourism through technology

Dr Md Javed Kawsar, a distinguished academic and Lecturer in Marketing here at the University of Salford’s Business School, recently presented a thought-provoking paper titled, "virtual pilgrimages: enhancing religious tourism through digital platforms and the impact on business" at the prestigious 3rd Asia-Pacific International Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage (IRTP) Conference.

AI

Calling for global AI legislation at the AI Action Summit

The AI Action Summit in Paris this week marks a critical moment in global AI governance. The gathering of 80 nations shows international momentum for this significant technological advancement; it also underscores the persistent uncertainty over who truly shapes AI's future.