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How Data Analytics is Changing Decision-Making in Facility Management

In the rapidly evolving commercial landscape, facility management has progressed well beyond basic maintenance and cleaning duties. Organisations now increasingly turn to technology to optimise operations, enhance efficiency, and control costs. Among the most impactful advancements is data analytics, which leverages real-time information from building systems, sensors, and operational processes. Facility managers can make smarter, more informed decisions that drive both performance and occupant satisfaction. Companies such as ExpansiveFM are helping drive this shift by providing...

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Chartered accountants get new look

Chartered Accountants Haines Watts Exeter showcases its new branding of the Crediton Office, formerly known as Ocean Consultancy, following the practice merger which took place earlier this year.

A national network established over 80 years ago, with more than 50 offices, each Haines Watts office operates independently offering a wide range of services tailored to the local market. The local office primarily focuses on providing accountancy and taxation services to owner-managed small and medium-sized entities and dealing with private client tax affairs across the South West....

Student runner-up in business competition

Second year history student Matt Morley has beaten off competition from more than 160 businesses to reach the final stage of the Born Global business competition and has been awarded second place with his company, TickBox.

The competition operated by Business West seeks out entrepreneurs of the South West to compete for expert international advice, business support and a cash prize to boost their business plan.

During local elections in 2013 Matt identified improvements that could be made to improve the voter experience and set about designing TickBox; a digital platform to...

Is print still crucial for marketing - In a nutshell

In this video local business expert Richard Frayne from Quick Print considers whether print is still crucial for marketing.

Richard describes how he thinks print and email marketing can go together.

“Businesses are often keen to follow the latest trends to market their business and are forgetting about a medium that has been a success for over 2000 years. The power of print should never be underestimated and must be utilised within your marketing campaign. The arrival of QR codes has seen advertising campaigns benefit print by directing the consumer to a product with no...

Exeter Family Friendly wins 5 star award

Exeter based healthcare and protection insurer Exeter Family Friendly has been awarded the highest possible honours at the Financial Adviser Service Awards; a five star award for service.

The award tops off another successful year for the leading insurer, who have also picked up accolades for being the best provider of both income protection and private medical insurance, as well as for Corporate Social Responsibility.

Speaking of his delight, Chief Executive Andy Chapman said: “This is a fantastic achievement and something we have been striving towards for years, but until...

Gilbert Stephens staff don their festive woollies for Save the Children

Noel Edmunds and Val Doonican step aside, because the staff of Gilbert Stephens LLP Solicitors have been getting into the festive spirit and donning a veritable feast for the eyes in Christmas jumpers along with thousands of others raising money for Save the Children on Friday 13 December.

Staff have been arriving at work with a smile on their face and a suitably jovial woolly on their backs – from ruddy-nosed Rudolph to sequin-bedecked Santa – for the minimum fundraising cost of £1, but hopefully much more. The team are hoping to raise hundreds of pounds for children in some of...

Exeter-based EMCAS makes LSE listing

Leading Exeter-based claims management company, EMCAS, has been included in a listing of ‘1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ by the London Stock Exchange Group. The report is a celebration of some of the fastest-growing and dynamic small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK and recognises a diverse range of 100 industries and sectors.

Companies listed in the report were measured on a number of key criteria including being UK based, having a turnover of between £6-250 million in the last 12 months and a minimum of three years in operation. Companies also had to demonstrate...

Sampson Hall Employer of the Year Award!

The Sampson Hall Directors and staff from both our South West and North East offices were delighted to attend the South Durham Business Network and Engineering and Manufacturing Forum and to present Thorn Lighting of Spennymoor their award for Employer of the Year.

All the winners on the night were presented with their awards at The Redworth Hall Hotel on Saturday 30th November with over 200 business people in attendance.

The event was organised to celebrate and recognise local business excellence and achievement. Other awards included business apprentice of the year,...

National Tools & Machinery store opens in Exeter

Machine Mart, Britain’s biggest specialist tools and machinery retailer, are proud to announce the opening of their NEW superstore at 16 Trusham Road, Marsh Barton Trading Estate.

Open 7 days a week to the trade and public, local customers will for the first time be able to choose from literally 1000s of tools and equipment on display in one specialist store, with friendly expert advice in buying the right tool for any job.

The huge range in-store includes; Air Compressors, Generators, Welders, Power Tools, Tool Storage, Woodworking, Metal Working and Gardening Equipment...

Public Speaking for Business – In a nutshell

In this video local business expert Celia Delaney from Delaney & Hart gives advice on public speaking for business.

Celia explains why she thinks speaking is the best way to promote your business and also gives great tips on how to prepare yourself for public speaking.

“The first thing to make sure you demonstrate is Passion. If you don't believe in what you are offering, why should they?! Then, before you get up to speak, think about Product. What do you want them to do next? There's no point getting them to fall in love with you and then not having a next step. Be...

Exeter Airport hosts Manchester Hub Agent event

Over one hundred travel agents from across the South West recently attended two evening events to promote the opportunities for passengers to use Manchester Airport as a hub for worldwide connections. The events at Exeter Airport and at Plymouth’s Jurys Hotel were sponsored by Manchester Airport and organised by Exeter Airport together with Flybe, the airline with frequent daily flights to the North West hub airport. Representatives from Etihad, Virgin Atlantic, Jetset, If Only, Emirates and United Airlines were at both evenings and were able to explain directly to the travel agents why...

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How Data Analytics is Changing Decision-Making in Facility Management

Chartered accountants get new look

Student runner-up in business competition

Is print still crucial for marketing - In a nutshell

Exeter Family Friendly wins 5 star award

Gilbert Stephens staff don their festive woollies for Save the Children

Exeter-based EMCAS makes LSE listing

Sampson Hall Employer of the Year Award!

National Tools & Machinery store opens in Exeter

Public Speaking for Business – In a nutshell

Exeter Airport hosts Manchester Hub Agent event

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