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Family Fun racedays at Beverley Racecourse are the perfect family day out. Here's one of our 2024 family racedays for you! Read more here.
Is it time to start planning your great French road trip? France is a diverse and fascinating country encompassing a range of regions, each with its own unique appeal. From wide sandy beaches, bucolic rolling countryside, mountains, vineyards and diverse, fascinating cities, France is always surprising.
Want to know why Chicago is such a great place to start a Midwest adventure The Windy City is located in the heartland of America and is the starting point of Route 66. Road trips from Chicago give you access to a diverse array of destinations.
The Great American Road Trip has always been romantic. From films, music, art and songs, the idea of taking off for a big adventure with the one you love has always been attractive. With such a vast country to discover, rich in diverse landscapes and vibrant cities, couples are spoilt for choice.
Want to experience The Great American Road Trip? There's no better place to start than San Francisco!
Limited companies can claim a wide range of business and business-related expenses. This guide outlines limited company expenses, what you can claim, and the exclusions that may apply.
Limited companies are subject to various taxes, and it's important to understand your company's tax liabilities. In this guide, we set out the types of business tax, what you might expect to pay, and when you are liable to pay.
What is the best energy rating for a fridge freezer? Here's a guide to understanding the energy ratings on appliances.
Payroll Year End 2022/23 is fast approaching! Get prepared with our easy-to-follow guide and hit all of your HMRC compliance.
Reducing carbon footprint in the workplace can be challenging. What steps can you take and how can the right energy management software help you achieve your goals?
How carbon reporting software helps companies meet their energy and carbon reporting requirements, reduce emissions and drive down costs.
How energy monitoring software can increase energy efficiency, improve energy planning, track progress towards net zero, and increase transparency in the transition to a low-carbon future.
Discover benefits of energy management software & how it can help your organisation reduce energy consumption, save costs, & achieve sustainability goals.
Wondering how to get ISO 9001 certification for your business? This guide will walk you through the entire process, from start to finish.
The COO has a position of key importance in any organisation. Find out why they are important and how Executive Search can help.
Have you ever wondered the difference between executive search and recruitment? Find out more about how they differ here.
Property or block Management is where an external company is used to manage residential or mixed tenure properties.
Centricks cover the ins and outs of residential online virtual viewings. We explain how they work with the pros and cons compared to in-person.
Normally, VAT is exempt from commercial property. However, there are a few exceptions where you are required to pay. Learn more with Centrick.
Block management is not only about renting out to tenants. There are multiple legal requirements that you must meet. Learn more with Centrick.
A Leadership Development Strategy can be pivotal to achieving sustainable successes in an organisation. We discuss how to formulate these critical programs
Aim Escape rooms in London is the most advanced escape room experience ever designed.
The role of trustees is vital for helping charities meet organisational goals, strategies and vision. We look at what is required when you become a trustee.
Fraud cases are often varied and complex. Forensic accountants having a specialist skillset when consulting during a fraud investigations.
Charities need to take more drastic measures to meet NET ZERO targets and need help with emissions reporting, pensions, investments and procurement
A property is nearly always the biggest investment that people make in their lifetime. So it makes sense that we want to not only improve the look and efficiency of our homes, but also add value. Whether it's adding a new bathroom or kitchen, giving...
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the next digital revolution. It's will transform the way we interact with devices and looks set to deliver a range of benefits.
Hybrid mail solutions are transforming the way in which letters and documents can be printed, communicated, and shared. It can streamline the mail process, allowing companies to save money and reduce their environmental footprint. What is it and how does it work? Hybrid mail makes use of an online interface where users are able to [...]
Any company that's set up in the UK will require directors. Directors act on behalf of the company and assume a range of duties and legal responsibilities.
Pea protein has many health & nutrition benefits. Learn more about pea protein, where it comes from, and how you can benefit from including it in your diet.
If you need to remove a wheel hub nut on a HGV, make sure you have the correct tools and follow these simple steps.
We're committed to playing a constructive role within our community. With that in mind, we're proud to partner with housing associations to help install and maintain a range of access solutions for social and affordable housing.
PalFlex provides manufacturers with the ultimate turnkey palletising cobot solution, helping to increase productivity and drive-up efficiency.
Turnkey solutions reduce the amount of time spent on repetitive manual tasks and create greater efficiency and productivity.
Cabinet top planters are a new and innovative approach to having a plant display in your office. Find out more information about indoor plant cabinets here.
Hosted desktops help to facilitate a more robust and flexible working while enhancing security. Let's explore in more detail why so many SMEs can benefit from this.
Finding the right candidates for your vacancy can be time-consuming and often feel like a hit-or-miss process. In an increasingly competitive recruitment market, it's important that your organisation does all it can to better increase its chances of finding the best candidates.
Measuring the impact of leadership development programmes is not an exact science but there is a range of metrics you can use to assess success.
Courageous leaders create teams who are willing to take risks, step outside of their comfort zone and go the extra mile for the customer and the company.
Natural ability and talent can take you so far, but the input and insight of a coach are what help them find new levels of achievement and excellence.
One-to-one leadership coaching can help people develop new insights, transform the way they think about their role, and help them to develop new skills.
If you've bought a house with existing timber windows which are in a poor state of repair, you may be wondering if it's better to repair or replace them. Let's explore the options.
We act as both an 'insights' and 'delivery' partner: we advise our clients and deliver executive change, having evaluated the fit of the individual and team.
It increasingly plays a role in delivering bespoke software solutions. What exactly is DevOps and what role does it play in helping organisations deliver applications and digital services?
At Flow Office, we place innovation at the heart of everything we do. We can help you create an agile workspace that meets your particular needs.
At Flow, we're increasingly being asked to design workplaces with a more comfortable resimercial approach. Find out more about this style here.
Is making tax digital mandatory? From April 2022, the compulsory MTD requirements will extend to all VAT-registered businesses and organisations.
Scanning electron microscopy, or SEM, produces detailed, magnified images of an object by scanning its surface to create a high resolution image. SEM does this using a focused beam of electrons. The resulting images show information about what the object is made of and its physical features. Watch and learn...
Ion beam milling produces a sample which is thin, smooth, and free of surface debris. The technique is suitable whenever a high-resolution cross-sectional image is desired. Polymerics Ceramics Metals Geological specimens What are the components of an Ion Beam Mill?
The British weather is famously unpredictable, with fluctuations in temperature across the year. We can go from sub-zero to heatwave within a matter of days, making heating or ventilating your home a constant challenge. Staying comfortable during those extended heat waves and icy blasts isn't always straightforward.
We love our pets. They are companions, loyal friends and even devoted work colleagues in some instances. For that reason, we want to do the best for them, and that includes what we feed them. Pet food is an increasingly big business, with manufacturers creating ever more high-quality products for our pets.
Protein has become big business. Protein powders are an increasingly popular way to support a healthy lifestyle, manage your weight and achieve your fitness goals. They deliver a range of benefits to users, not least ensuring that people are consuming their recommended protein intake on a regular basis.
Biophilic design is helping to address that disconnect by embedding green elements into the built environment. What was once a fringe concern within architecture and construction is now going mainstream as concerns about well-being and sustainability come to the fore.
A famous quote by Benjamin Franklin says that death and taxes are the only two things about which we can be certain. As anyone who has attempted to predict the future will tell you, it's a quote that contains some truth.
To properly protect your law firm's data you should develop a comprehensive security policy to ensure that your security isn't compromised. This will usually combine a range of administrative, physical and technological safeguards that minimise the risk of your practice becoming a victim of cybercrime.
Probate is the judicial process through which a will is proved in a court of law and is accepted as a valid and true last testament of the deceased person. It's the process that gives the executors permission to begin distributing the funds as set out in the will.
In most cases, an employer will usually be the first party to offer a settlement agreement to an employee in the case of a dispute. They may also offer a settlement agreement if they believe you are no longer a good fit for your job.
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At Concept Elevators, we're committed to playing a constructive role within our community. With that in mind, we're proud to partner with housing associations to help install and maintain a range of access solutions for social and affordable housing. Housing associations need to provide a range of accommodation to meet the different needs of a diverse range of clients.
If the UK is to meet its ambitious Net-Zero targets as part of a global push to tackle global warming then businesses are going to have to play their part. At Concept Elevators, we're serious about doing our bit to tackle climate change.
A freeport is a type of special economic zone that is designed to encourage trade and investment by offering tax and other incentives to businesses that locate there. Freeports are typically located near ports or airports, and are designed to facilitate the import, export, and processing of goods.
One of the means through which us at Safetell help businesses achieve greater better on-site security and accessibility is through the installation of automatic sliding doors. We bring a range of benefits to commercial properties while playing a part in the overall security set-up in the building.
Looking for automatic door maintenance service with years of trusting experience and knowledge, then look no further than Safetell, the automatic door servicing and maintenance specialists. Call us today on 01322 428 971 To ensure the safe and reliable operation of automatic doors over any length of time requires regular automatic door maintenance.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) has a position of key importance in any organisation. In an ambitious SME, their role can be particularly pivotal. Any small or medium-sized business that is looking to grow, diversify, develop, and expand will lean heavily on the skills, vision, and expertise of its key personnel.
When a company is looking for the kind of exceptional talent they need to initiate change, drive growth or see the company through a period of transformation, then they are likely to turn to an executive search firm.
Christmas can be an emotionally charged time of year. This is particularly the case for divorced parents. Arranging how children will spend Christmas with each parent after separation or divorce can easily become contentious. All too often, breakdowns in communication lead to conflict and isolation over the festive period.
Although Hybrid and Electric cars remain a niche market in the UK, their popularity is growing. A brief look at the SMMT registration data for 2022 can give you an idea of where the market currently stands: Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs): 267,203 cars sold in 2022. A 40.1% increase from 2021.
Birmingham has done a fantastic job in hosting the games, and the colour, vibrancy and spectacle of the events will live long in the memory. As proud Brummies, we at Woodbourne Group also have great ambitions for the city and look to drive it forward.
All businesses, whether sole traders, partnerships or limited companies, are required to register for VAT when their annual turnover reaches the threshold.
Annual accounts can be time-consuming and concerning for people who run a limited company. They are a legal requirement for almost all UK registered companies so it's vital that you understand what they are, how they need to be prepared and how they're submitted.
Ensuring that your staff are fully compliant in their role can be challenging. Many would-be employees may state they have a right to work, perhaps believing that is the case when in actual fact they don't meet the necessary criteria. When this happens, the penalty for the employer can potentially be huge.
Finding the right candidates for your vacancy can be time-consuming and often feel like a hit-or-miss process. In an increasingly competitive recruitment market, it's important that your organisation does all it can to better increase its chances of finding the best candidates.
Professional training across almost every sector is increasingly being delivered online. As a mode of delivery, it has a range of benefits for both employers and learners alike, embedding greater flexibility into the learning process. It makes learning more accessible, enabling people to learn at their own pace.
Measuring the impact of leadership development programmes is not an exact science but there is a range of metrics you can use to assess how far your objectives have been met. Any leadership development programme needs to deliver tangible results. What these results are and how they are measured will differ from company to company.
Courage is a key part of leadership. Courageous leaders create courageous teams who are willing to take risks, step outside of their comfort zone and go the extra mile for each other, the customer and the company. We all know courage when we see it but it can sometimes be difficult to define.
Coaching is an effective tool in the development of leadership capabilities. For example, the choice of coach is a key decision for any serious athlete. Anyone who gets to the top of their chosen sporting discipline will always do it in partnership with an effective and inspirational coach.
Nurses, midwives, and nursing associates in England need to go through the revalidation process in order to maintain their registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC). This is designed to promote good practice, helping nursing and midwifery professionals to gain confidence and broaden their abilities while strengthening overall public confidence.
Many healthcare professionals at some stage in their careers may opt to work for a healthcare agency. It might be because they're between full-time contracts or are looking for a new challenge. Perhaps they've relocated to a new area, or they're looking for work that better fits in with their other responsibilities.
A software development company creates bespoke software solutions for their clients. They listen, design and create solutions that solve problems, helping companies become more efficient. Although there is always an initial outlay when it comes to commissioning new software, innovative and tailored solutions can deliver considerable cost savings over time.
Software development is vital to how we live. It helps us to find solutions to problems, open up new creative and commercial opportunities, communicate and socialise. In fact, software development is an essential component of modern life culminating in products we largely take for granted.
The modern world depends on programming languages. They are used in app development, software and websites and a range of other digital products. To keep pace with the ever-evolving technology landscape, programming languages are continually developing. It's important therefore for developers to remain up to date with the most in-demand programming languages.
Most companies will need a range of software solutions to help them run their business, meet customer needs and stay on top of their essential activities. There is a wide variety of off-the-shelf software solutions available enabling businesses to quickly access at least some of the tools that they need.
Lens replacement surgery, also known as lens exchange or lens replacement, is a surgical procedure in which the natural lens inside the eye is removed and replaced with an artificial lens. It can be a very valid option instead of wearing contact lenses or glasses.
Looking to create a corporate video for your business? Eight Engines explains what a corporate video is, its benefits, and how it can help grow your brand. Read our expert article and discover the key elements of a successful corporate video
Many companies are aware of the existence of ISO 9001 and may understand that it's desirable but do not fully understand how it's obtained. Alternatively, they may feel that the benefits of obtaining ISO 9001 are outweighed by the effort required to secure it. Or they might feel that ISO 9001 isn't for them.
Who uses Odour & Emission Control systems? There are many companies who we have worked alongside to reduce their air pollution.
Today's networks are incredibly expensive to build and maintain, so finding ways to keep costs in check should always be a top priority. Having the right inventory management system can make all the difference when it comes to getting the most out of your CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
If you are selling a property in the UK that isn't your main residence, you will normally be required to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on any financial gains you make from the sale. Capital gains tax on residential property may be 18% or 28% of the gain, not the total sale price.
If your child is excluded from school, it can be highly distressing, confusing, and disruptive. Knowing how to respond can be stressful, particularly when your primary concern is to ensure your child receives the best possible education. IBB Law can provide advice to help you decide the best course of action and then professional legal support throughout any subsequent appeal process.
Our exciting portfolio includes a selection of industrial warehouse event spaces located all across London. With no two alike, we can be hired for a plethora of events and offer full-service event management. We love the use of our warehouses for parties and each space brings its unique charms to the occasion.
"Nothing is certain except for death and taxes"... Regrettably one can't escape either of them, no one likes to think about death, but if we don't make plans regarding how we would like to distribute our assets amongst our loved ones, it could be storing-up problems for later: in essence, you may be leaving a tangled mess for your grieving family to resolve or not leaving the most tax efficient legacy.
Protein has a range of important functions in our body. It's an important nutrient that supports our health, creates a stable immune system, and helps us to maximise our physical performance. That's why for cyclists, managing protein-intake needs to be as simple as riding a bike!
Correct waste management processes have enormous environmental, sustainability and financial benefits for businesses.
We explore the main points of the Environment Act 2021 so you can understand what it is about and how it affects your business.
From the 7-13th March 2022, we're all being encouraged to love food and hate waste during the second annual Food Waste Action Week.
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How to choose a property development company. While there are few guarantees in life, investing in real estate has consistently shown itself to be a dependable means to generate returns in the medium to long-term.
UK law firms have historically been a slower adopter of technology, however they are catching up other professional services sectors, such as banking with technology and client data management, which we explore here in more detail.
In our guide to the Direct Vision Standard systems, we will take a look at what DVS is and explore how you can ensure that you're compliant.
Durable and clear labelling in industrial settings can serve several purposes. It can be deployed to make product or component identification easier in warehouse or production line settings for example. Or it may serve an altogether more safety-critical function. Here we explore the latter in a little more detail.
It's never been easier to purchase pharmaceutical drugs that were previously only available via a pharmacist. Online services of differing degrees of reputability now make all kinds of pharmaceutical products available to customers worldwide. There are a number of inherent risks to purchasing drugs in this way, not least the lack of quality control, dosage advice and ongoing health monitoring.
At Westmoor Estates, we are guided by a firm set of values and principles. As a family-owned, investment, development and... Read more >
Corporate insolvency is a complex and often sensitive topic that requires a careful and considered approach, both from the parties involved and legal specialists. Whether you face insolvency as an individual or a company, the quality of the advice you receive can have a huge impact on the overall outcome of the process.
While most of the focus of Brexit has been on the impact it has had on trade between the UK and the EU, it has also had a broader knock-on effect on other aspects of global trade. One impact that grabbed the headlines earlier in the year was the knock-on effect on Asia to UK shipping.
These days, websites are design-led, user friendly and immersive. They should ideally centre on the requirements of visitors and offer a depth of insight into the brand. To create these kinds of websites takes vision, creativity and advanced technical know-how.
If you want to achieve outstanding results with your SEO, then you need to go beyond the basics. There are a range of advanced SEO techniques that can boost your SEO performance and help you keep ahead of your competitors.
It's hoped that this year's COP will bring concrete actions and binding commitments on radically reducing emissions. Another key strand of this year's COP is the push to ensure that the losses and damages caused by climate change in the global south are properly financed
Tech innovation is at the forefront of our development approach here at Woodbourne Group. To drive sustainability in our projects we use pioneering technology to achieve the type of legacy that we want to leave behind. Through our Woodbourne Ventures initiative we champion the tech innovators and the burgeoning entrepreneurs looking to make their mark and unleash the potential that tech gives us.
Ambitious net-zero carbon targets are going to require a new approach to the built environment. At Woodbourne Group, we're embracing the challenge with our imaginative approach to regeneration. We're also backing entrepreneurs who are powering up the net-zero agenda and raising the bar when it comes to innovation through our Woodbourne Ventures initiative.
Woodbourne Ventures is an early-capital and pre-seed accelerator fund enabling remarkable entrepreneurs to build breakthrough businesses. Scroll Down Woodbourne Ventures champions the next generation of entrepreneurs and wealth-creators, striving to build exciting breakthrough businesses. We take our inspiration from the ideas, dreams and goals of talented individuals looking to take their vision to the next level.
Many people use merger and acquisitions as interchangeable terms, when in fact they are not: * Merger is when two companies join to become one, usually through an exchange of shares * Acquisition is when one company buys the assets or shares of another company.
Even with the most careful financial planning, unexpected and unavoidable costs can throw our budgeting awry. A car repair bill, appliance failure or a central heating breakdown in the middle of winter can all prove costly. In such instances, it may be tempting to visit a pay-day lender for a quick accessible loan.
When testing for Covid-19 and other viruses, the professional standards of the testing facility must be beyond question. To help build confidence in testing systems, the government provides accreditation and conformity assessments - compliance with these standards is monitored through testing, inspection, and calibration. UKAS is the National Accreditation Body in the United Kingdom for [...]
At Hague, we provide labels for a wide variety of applications. Our barcode warehousing labelling can help to improve the efficiency of your operational processes. Over the years the use of barcode labels within warehouses has significantly increased as companies have seen the benefits they can bring.
Westmoor Estates are a Lincolnshire based Investment, Development and Management company with over 25 years' property investment experience.
Meeting the challenges of businesses in financial distress The cost of living crisis is having serious repercussions for UK businesses. It's not just households that are feeling the squeeze, as utility costs spiral and small businesses in particular struggle to keep afloat. With tighter household budgets, consumers have reduced their discretionary spending taking money out of the economy.
Disputes about the contents of wills, and the administration and distribution of a deceased person's estate have been rising over recent years. There are a number of reasons for this, with people increasingly being more willing to challenge a Will via legal means.
There's an incredible buzz around 5th Generation wireless systems (5G). 5G is the next-generation network evolved from the existing 4G/LTE network. It's key features are its higher capacity and lower latency. This will enable it to support a considerably higher density of mobile users as well as providing the foundation for the Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M Communications.
Our brand story A Business Built on Tradition And Expertise A Proud Local Tradition Hanbeck Natural Stone is a business built on solid foundations and you don't get much more solid than the Lincolnshire Limestone Belt. This ridge of Jurassic Limestone begins way down on the Dorset coast and stretches up through the middle of [...]
Our vision is to provide a top quality product, finished to an excellent standard whilst exceeding our customers expectations of service. Hanbeck Natural Stone are a producer of Natural Stone building products situated within the famous Lincolnshire Limestone Belt. Founded in 1998, Hanbeck is committed to remaining a family owned and run business.
Builders & developers How we work with together. The Lincolnshire limestone supplied by Hanbeck Natural Stone is a distinctive natural material that is synonymous with the built environment of much of England. It can be found in countless prestigious buildings across the world and has been used widely in Ecclesiastical buildings.
DRYSTONE WALLING The history & the how to... Dry stone walling is an ancient craft that's still carried out across the world. In fact, it's one of the earliest building techniques that humans developed. Some of the oldest dry stone walls in continuous use date back to the Neolithic Age, and some can even be [...]
Tips For Choosing Natural Stone Part One 1. Type of stone Firstly, and perhaps most importantly, you need to consider which type of stone you wish to choose. Ideally, you should choose the stone that's local to your area. Across much of England, that stone is limestone.
Tips For Choosing Natural Stone Part Two 6. Ask about the manufacturing process High-quality stone is the result of its natural qualities and the manufacturing process. Ask yoursupplier to outline their manufacturing process. How is stone selected and what is the qualitycontrol procedure? 7.
Atomic spectroscopy is the technique for determining the elemental composition of an analyte by its electromagnetic or mass spectrum. Several atomic spectroscopy analytical techniques are available and selecting the most appropriate one is the key to achieving accurate, reliable, real-world results.
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) measurements are used to assess water quality and are frequently used across a range of sectors. The level of water contamination is determined by measuring the amount of oxygen required to oxidise any organic matter found in the sample.
Chemical oxygen demand, or COD, is the measure of the capacity of water to consume oxygen during the decomposition of organic matter in the water. In other words, it's the amount of oxygen that's needed to oxidise the organic matter present in a quantity of water.
Shopping online has never been easier. While it's perfectly possible to buy big ticket items without leaving the house. it's not always the best option. If you're considering buying a new kitchen you might be tempted to limit your search to the internet.
It's not difficult to see why tipi weddings have become fashionable over the past few years. A photographer's delight, there's something uniquely romantic and atmospheric about the happy couple and their guests gathered in a beautifully lit tipi. Tipi weddings are weddings to remember. They can be transformed into truly unique wedding venues.
Trying to find amazing wedding venues online can be a taxing job! Whether you're looking for wet or dry hire, a wedding venue with a view or just a plain old simple wedding venue, it can be hard to narrow down your search. Where is it located? What does it offer?
16th January 2023 As coffee enthusiasts, we tend to focus more on what type of coffee beans and blends we're drinking and not so much on what happens to the coffee grounds once they've been brewed. Let alone how to recycle your waste coffee grounds!
Super simple wildflower gardening, scatter seedballs and become a hub of wildlife activity! Best Wildlife Gardening Product 2019 and Gift of the Year 2017
Super simple wildflower gardening, scatter seedballs and become a hub of wildlife activity! Best Wildlife Gardening Product 2019 and Gift of the Year 2017
Super simple wildflower gardening, scatter seedballs and become a hub of wildlife activity! Best Wildlife Gardening Product 2019 and Gift of the Year 2017
Super simple wildflower gardening, scatter seedballs and become a hub of wildlife activity! Best Wildlife Gardening Product 2019 and Gift of the Year 2017
Insider dealing is a serious charge, one that comes with considerable consequences if an individual is found guilty. It's a complex area of law which can create confusion. In this guide, we look at insider dealing, defining what it is and the actions or behaviour that constitute insider dealing.
Despite best efforts to ensure that your business is compliant with IR35 legislation, HMRC may still open an investigation. If you receive notification of an investigation , it is important not to panic. Being prepared can make the process less stressful and increase the chances of a satisfactory outcome.
Litigation is the principal means by which parties in England and Wales attempt to resolve civil disputes. The process is governed by the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and each party has to persuade a judge of the merits of their case on the balance of probabilities.
If you are being investigated for tax evasion it is highly likely that HMRC has discovered irregularities which it believes are suspicious or has found inconsistencies in your tax return or company accounts. Using a database called 'Connect', which analyses large amounts of data and which produces patterns and reports, provides HMRC with leads.
If you're marketing your business online, SEO is a term that you can't escape. You may have a vague idea of what it's all about. but perhaps don't quite understand how it works. and why it's so important to the success of your business.
Even subtle changes to SEO can have a dramatic impact on where you appear in the rankings. Conversely, wholesale changes can barely shift you at all. In fact, anyone who tells you they can accurately predict how long it will take for your SEO to have an impact is probably not being completely honest.
When you work hard and try to provide an excellent service to customers, it can be frustrating to see your business reputation take a hit. Sometimes these things are out of your hands. No matter how exacting our standards, and how hard we work, customers can take issue with an aspect of the service they received for all kinds of reasons.
Branding is one of the most important investments you will make in your business. Whether or not you give your branding much thought, your business will still communicate a set of brand values to your customers and potential customers. It's entirely possible for businesses to accidentally find themselves with negative branding, that acts to the detriment of their business.
Sounds good, but is that something that smaller businesses need to think about, particularly in the early days? The often-cited statistics about small businesses stand as a warning to anyone who thinks going it alone is easy. Around 660,000 startups are launched every year, but 20% of those won't be around by the end of their first year of trading.
Content plays an important part in any website, and how these words are presented is crucially important. Typography therefore plays an important role in how a website is designed and presented. Typography web design needs to be considered to ensure that it creates the maximum impact.
How does your website, social media and email marketing communicate what your business is all about and what makes it different? Increasing traffic to your website can be pointless if visitors don't engage with your content and that content doesn't communicate something important about your brand.
It therefore needs to combine high levels of functionality with real impact in terms of design. How do you make sure that your website does the job you need it to do? While template, or 'off-the-shelf' websites can offer a quick and affordable way to get your business website live they are by their nature limited and are often generic.
As well as being about making a profit and earning a living, businesses tell a story. As human beings we love narrative, and if you can tell a compelling story about your business, then customers will engage. What motivates you to get out of bed in the morning?
Live video, making use of internet technology such as Zoom, requires both students and teachers to share a virtual space at the same time for learning to take place. This can be hugely disadvantageous for a number of reasons. Not all students have equal access to the technology required or may have to share it with other members of their household.
The internet is now dominated by video content. Internet users are now bombarded with streams of video content being created by individuals, artists, brands or enthusiasts. This has had a profound impact on how brands promote themselves online. In the US alone, digital video marketing is already worth an incredible $135 billion.
Prime brokers offering trade execution services to clients in Hong Kong are expected to comply with regulatory requirements of the territory, regardless of where the risk positions are located. Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has recently clarified this position in a circular that was forwarded to prime brokers.
Whether an individual is looking to purchase shares as a medium to long-term investment or is looking to maximise profit on those shares as quickly as possible via trading, two key dates are important in the buying and selling process. These two dates are the trade date and settlement date.
One of the most critical decisions faced by any trader is how to select a clearing broker with whom to partner. The broker that provides your clearing services will play a significant role in the success or otherwise of your trading activities, be that on your proprietary behalf or on behalf of a client.
Clearing services play a crucial role in the architecture of international financial markets. This architecture is a complex web of interconnected institutions and processes which have developed and evolved over decades. Taken together, it creates a robust framework that provides both stability and a means to generate profits.
Corporate financing is a broad term covering the finance division that deals with how companies approach funding sources, reach investment decisions, and their capital structure. It aims to maximise shareholder value through financial planning for both the short and long term.
Strong financial understanding is a prerequisite for an organisation's leadership team. Corporate financing is a broad term. In brief, it's the division of finance that covers how companies approach different funding sources, investment decisions and their overall capital structure. The aim is to maximise shareholder value by utilising both short and long term financial planning.
The roles, responsibilities and functions of investment banking and corporate financing are sometimes misunderstood. There is overlap between the two, but some key differences make each role unique. A key difference is that corporate financing will deal with short and long term business goals while taking an overview of day-to-day financial operations.
Office design trends are always evolving. They change to take account of working practices and to better reflect current commercial needs. For obvious reasons, we've seen a lot of change over the last couple of years in modern office design and one of the exciting things about working in this industry is that it never stands still.
As Generation Z enters the workplace and Millennials move into senior management positions, expectations around inclusivity and diversity are changing. Companies who want to compete in today's increasingly dynamic marketplace need to focus on building an inclusive work environment and diverse culture and workforce.
Freight forwarding is one of the world's most important service industries. It ensures that global trade can happen as seamlessly as possible, helping businesses to fulfil orders, grow their turnover and keep the economy moving. Without professional freight forwarding the whole process of importing and exporting goods would be considerably more difficult, convoluted and subject to delays.
At Concept Elevators, we're committed to playing a constructive role within our community. With that in mind, we're proud to partner with housing associations to help install and maintain a range of access solutions for social and affordable housing. Housing associations need to provide a range of accommodation to meet the different needs of a diverse range of clients.
If you have lifts in your property then the importance of having them regularly serviced cannot be overstated. To extend their operational life and ensure that they can be relied upon it's crucial that you have them serviced. Breakdowns can be costly as well as inconvenient.
Enviro Chill offers commercial refrigeration services for businesses based in the North West of England, such as installations and repairs and a range of high-quality commercial fridge units for sale from leading manufacturers.
Enviro Chill provide businesses across the North West with an unrivalled cold room installation service. Call us on 0151 285 1818 for a free quote for walk-in cold rooms.
Have questions around no-fault divorce? Keep on reading as we answer to the most frequently asked questions around no-fault divorce. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 (the "Act") introduces a new no fault divorce. The bill entered parliament in January 2020 and received the royal assent in June 2020.
With life expectancy increasing many more of us will face challenges to our physical and mental capacity as we grow older. The Alzheimer's Society estimates that, as of 2021, there are around 1 million people in the UK suffering from dementia, with that figure likely to steadily increase in the future.
Technology is developing quicker than ever. Eventually we have to update our hardware to keep pace. But what happens to our old technology? There are thousands of computers discarded and replaced in the UK every week. The majority of these still end up in landfill. This is potentially harmful to the environment and wastes resources.
With most of us updating our computer equipment every few years, it can be easy to let our old computers and laptops start to pile up. Often our reticence to do anything with our old computer equipment comes from a fear about data.
Concept Management's skills are in data security and asset disposal but more importantly maximising revenue and profit from retired or non-working equipment and this is why we can offer a completely free of charge service but more importantly offer a rebate on computer equipment such as PCs, laptops and monitors, although this is determined by equipment value and volume.