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Buying a Franchise: A Practical Guide to Making the Right Investment

Buying a franchise can be an attractive option for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to become business owners without having to develop an entirely new concept from the ground up. A franchise typically provides access to an established brand, proven operating procedures, training and ongoing support. However, franchise ownership still involves financial risk and significant responsibility. Understanding what to look for before making a commitment can help prospective franchisees approach the process with greater confidence and make a decision that suits their goals.

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How to make your business more efficient

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 4:32pm

If there’s ever been a time to increase your business’ efficiency, it’s now. After multiple years of disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the UK economy is now expected to remain recession until 2024 . In such challenging circumstances, few businesses can afford to allow inefficiencies to eat into their productivity and profits.

Conversely, those who do optimise their operations will be able to improve their margins and even boost staff morale when they need to most. Identifying exactly where and how to make such improvements can be easier said than done. But below, read...

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Dual qualified solicitor joins family law specialist

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 12/08/2022 - 2:44pm

Family solicitor Shreya Kallingal has joined The Family Law Company ’s Divorce and Finance team in Exeter.

Before moving to the UK Shreya grew up in Coimbatore in South India. Her mother is a family lawyer and although Shreya considered pursuing medicine as a career she decided that working with people through times of distress would be a personally fulfilling choice, and that the interdisciplinary nature of the subject was an interesting prospect.

Shreya took her law degree in Chennai and was awarded the gold medal for human rights and international law. She went on to...

Benefits of Using a Personalised Calendar in Your Business

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 12/07/2022 - 9:26pm

Calendars regulate our everyday lives, and we tend to stick to its schedule to make our workflow achievable. Calendars are part and parcel of our everyday lives and help us remember important days like anniversaries and birthdays.

On the other hand, calendars have become important, especially for a business setup. However, most people overlook their importance. The main benefit of using these calendars is they let you put your desired image on them and are fully customizable.

Users can also apply this customization to dates to ensure they meet certain commitments. Below...

Foot Anstey announces three new Partner promotions

Foot Anstey has announced the promotion of three of its lawyers into the firm's Partnership, bringing the total of new Partner promotions this financial year to eight. From 1 January 2023, Kutahya Cherry, Dickon Court, and Suriya Edwards will become Partners at the firm.

Martin Hirst, Managing Partner at Foot Anstey, said: "Congratulations to Kutahya, Dickon and Suriya on their promotions to the Partnership, which reflect the consistently high-quality advice and service they offer our clients, as well as their outstanding contributions to our firm's communities.

"Also, each...

Communication with LED walls: features and benefits

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 12/06/2022 - 6:36am

The world of communication has changed, and today LED walls are becoming increasingly popular. This solution is usually appreciated for its great visual impact and for the ability to arouse emotions and engage viewers.

Moreover, LED walls are very versatile tools that can be used in different contexts and for a wide range of purposes, from events, institutional communication to commercial promotions. An example? The big screen placed in the famous and lively Piccadilly Circus in London.

To meet market demands, companies specializing in LED screens, like Dynamo LED...

The Importance of Investing in High-Quality Loading Bay Solutions

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 12/06/2022 - 6:24am

The loading bay is an incredibly important area for so many organisations. This is the heart of major logistics operations, helping to assist the movement of goods into and out of major warehouses and distribution centres. When upgrading your loading bay equipment it is important to consider investing in high-quality solutions, rather than opting for the cheapest option. Experts in loading bay technology at Transdek have explained why.

Make your loading and unloading processes more efficient

By investing in high-quality and modern loading bay solutions you will be creating a...

Exeter graduates win global sustainability award for their ride sharing start-up

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/06/2022 - 12:50am

A car-sharing platform founded by two Exeter alumni that gives users a more affordable way to travel while reducing their carbon footprint has been announced as one of the winners of an international competition.

The Santander X Global Challenge: Countdown to Zero, which received more than 600 applications from start-ups and scale-ups across the world, is part of a multi-year collaboration between Santander and Formula 1 designed to support and recognise innovative new businesses that are helping improve the sustainability of the automotive industry.

STAXY was one of...

How You Can Reduce your Business’ Carbon Footprint

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 12/05/2022 - 5:47pm

Consumers, businesses and governments around the world are becoming more concerned about the state of the environment, and the extent to which human activity is impacting the natural world. The world of business in particular has a strong incentive to make a shift to more environmentally-friendly practices. But what exactly are these practices? Let’s take a look at some ways to drive down your business’ carbon emissions, and to generally improve your green credentials.

Equipment

The equipment you use, and the way that you use it, will have a considerable impact on your emissions...

Old Mill announces three new partners

Following a restructure to enable faster career progression and greater opportunities for staff, financial experts Old Mill has announced three new Partners.

Chartered Financial Planners Jon Orchard and Julia Banwell, who are both part of the Wealth Management team and Stephen Martin, who is Director of Tax, are the latest to be promoted, bringing the total number of Partners in the firm to 22.

In November 2021, Old Mill announced ambitious plans to double in size by 2026 and moved from an LLP to Ltd structure creating a much simpler business model and making it easier...

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