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Accrual Accounting: Why Your Business Might Need it More than You Think

For many business owners, especially those starting out, accounting is an afterthought. Revenue goes in, expenses go out, and the hope is that there’s something left at the end. But as companies grow, the need for accurate financial insight becomes not just helpful—it becomes essential. That’s where accrual accounting comes into play.

While cash-based accounting might work for freelancers or micro-businesses, accrual accounting offers a far more complete and forward-looking picture of your company’s financial health. In fact, many mid-sized and large enterprises are legally...

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Rick Stein and Russell Watson among the celebrities appearing at East Devon festivals

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 08/29/2024 - 2:59pm

South West residents get ready for a spectacular trio of festivals

As the busy school holiday season winds down, East Devon is gearing up to offer visitors and locals alike an indulgent escape with a trio of exceptional festivals this September.

The Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival, Taste East Devon Festival, and Sidmouth & East Devon Walking Festival are organised, and supported, by a diverse range of dedicated local partners and sponsors, whose collaboration has been essential in bringing these events to life.

Festival goers can look forward to a feast...

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Elevate Your Tech Career with a Comprehensive DevOps Course

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 08/26/2024 - 3:14pm

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. One of the most sought-after skills in the tech industry is DevOps, a set of practices that combines software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops). By taking a DevOps course, you can position yourself as an indispensable asset to any organization, streamline workflows, and deliver superior software faster and more reliably.

What is DevOps?

DevOps is more than just a buzzword; it's a transformative approach that fosters a culture of collaboration between software developers and IT...

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5 Benefits of Communication Skills Training

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 08/26/2024 - 10:23am

Imagine yourself to be in a high position of authority at your workplace. Sounds incredible, right?

However, such a position also comes with great responsibilities. If you are a manager or a leader, you are responsible for the people who work under you.

You should be able to lead them in a way that makes them satisfied at the workplace. This will help them perform efficiently and give good results.

For this reason, your goal should be to sharpen your communication skills. It is important because effective communication between the manager and the employee can...

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High-Performance Cooking Equipment for Commercial Kitchens

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 08/23/2024 - 8:39am

In the bustling environment of a commercial kitchen, where efficiency and quality are paramount, the right cooking equipment can make all the difference. High-performance cooking equipment not only speeds up the cooking process but also ensures consistency and precision, vital in delivering top-notch dishes to customers. Let's explore some essential high-performance cooking equipment and their benefits for commercial kitchens.

1. Advanced Convection Ovens

Convection ovens are a staple in commercial kitchens, prized for their ability to cook food quickly and evenly. Unlike...

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Employment Hubs: supporting local communities across Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/21/2024 - 12:37am

Devon County Council is set to expand its network of Youth and Adult Employment Hubs across the county to support people into employment and training.

Working in partnership with four district councils (East Devon, Exeter City, Mid Devon and North Devon), the County Council already has a number of Hubs in operation at Barnstaple Library, Cullompton Library, Exeter Library, and at the Beehive Community Centre in Honiton. Now, two more Hubs are set to open at the Family Hub in Ilfracombe and the Old Heathcoat School Community Centre in Tiverton.

What are Youth and Adult...

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routeone Awards 2024 finalists announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/20/2024 - 8:42pm

The routeone Awards, the most esteemed awards programme in the UK coach and bus industry, has announced its 2024 finalists, which include two Devon businesses.

Tally Ho Coaches, operating from Kingsbridge, is a finalist in the Coach Tourism Programme of the Year category and Stewart Fletcher, Engineering Manager at Dartline Coaches, based in Clyst St Mary, is a finalist in the Engineer of the Year, small/medium operator (up to 150 vehicles) category.

Celebrating excellence across the industry since 2005, the 18th routeone Awards continues to recognise those operators and...

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Different Areas of Law Explained

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 9:20am

The law is a complex world, comprised of many different areas. Usually, solicitors choose to specialise in one or possibly more of these areas.

In this article, we’ll be exploring a number of those different areas of law in order to offer a better understanding of the legal world.

Family Law

As the name implies, this area of the law covers legal matters related to family relationships. This includes issues such as divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic violence.

Solicitors in this specialism can provide guidance, mediation, or representation for...

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Best Practices for Handling Hazardous Materials

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 7:52am

If you find yourself in a situation where you have to handle hazardous materials, either at work or in a personal situation, your priority is obviously going to be making sure that you do so safely. These materials can come with all kinds of warnings as to what their effects on you might be should they make contact with your skin, eyes, or mouth, but the variation of these effects could make you unsure about which blanket measures to take.

Having a reliable safety routine that you can depend on can help you handle these materials safely while also giving you the confidence that...

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Devon: The perfect holiday destination - even if you’re working

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 12:19am

While Devon has long been a popular destination for tourists during the summer holidays, it’s now also becoming a hotspot for visitors on a “workcation”.

Devon’s Work Hubs are reporting that they are being used more regularly by visitors looking for a place to work in order to extend their stay in the county.

While Devon can boast two National Parks, five National Landscapes, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the UNESCO designated North Devon Biosphere Reserve and countless attractions, it seems that Work Hubs are also an important asset for some visitors.

In...

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Nationwide rollout begins for 7,000 Switch branded rental vehicles

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/15/2024 - 4:20pm

New vehicle rental business Switch is now operational across the entire Scot Group Ltd network of 90 UK locations.

The new Switch brand launched in June this year as part of Scot Group’s strategic growth plans to provide more flexible forms of car and van rental.

To date, 500 vehicles dual branded with Switch and Thrifty signwriting have hit the roads and Switch expects to badge 40 vehicles a day. The business estimates that approximately 3,000 vehicles bearing the new brand will be on the road by September.

Martin Wilson, Managing Director of Scot Group,...

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