Business

Why Office Redesigns Often Start With Blinds?

Office redesigns usually begin with good intentions: improve productivity, refresh the brand image, and create a space people actually enjoy working in. Yet many projects stall early, becoming expensive, disruptive, or visually inconsistent. One common challenge sits right at the edge of the room—windows. Light, glare, privacy, and temperature all stem from them, and when they’re poorly managed, even the best furniture and layouts fall short. That’s why experienced designers and facility managers often start office redesigns with blinds, not desks or décor.

Light Control Sets the...

Software Takes Business to a Higher Level

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sat, 03/11/2023 - 7:53am

Businesses now depend more and more on software to enhance their operations and remain ahead of the competition in the digital age. Business software, usually referred to as software programs, is a crucial instrument that may improve customer satisfaction, boost productivity, and optimize corporate operations. In this article, we'll examine why businesses need software, if a small business requires it, if process automation will resolve their problems, and whether the benefits outweigh the expense of the software.

Why do Businesses Need Software?

Softwares for business are...

Sharing Knowledge and Experience: How Peer-to-Peer Support Can Help You Grow Your Business

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 03/10/2023 - 2:32pm

As a business owner, navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship on your own can be difficult. From financial challenges to marketing roadblocks, the obstacles can often feel impossible to get around. However, connecting with other business owners can provide the guidance and support that you need to overcome the hurdles and achieve long-term success.

The Power of Peer-to-Peer Support

Joining a business growth club and connecting with other business owners in a range of ways, such as networking events or support groups, can provide a wealth of knowledge and experience to you...

Coworking opens up colourful career opportunities for blogger

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 03/09/2023 - 5:31pm

Award-winning travel blogger and digital content professional Claire Hall says that coworking has helped her branch out her business interests over the last couple of years.

She has been blogging for more than a decade through her Tin Box Traveller website which is one of the top-ranked family travel blogs in the UK.

Claire started her freelance career a couple of years after moving to Devon in 2015. With a background of more than 20 years in journalism and public relations, Claire set up her own business to support others with content for their websites and social media...

A rising star! Foot Anstey employee announced as a finalist at the British Muslim Awards

Aziz Deen, Associate in Foot Anstey LLP's Islamic Finance team, has been announced as finalist in the Rising Star in Law category at the British Muslim Awards 2023.

The award ceremony will be held on 28 April 2023 at The Marquee, Manchester and is one of the most prestigious events in the Muslim community. The British Muslim Awards has been recognising the achievements of British Muslims for over a decade.

We understand that Aziz was selected by the judging panel thanks to his outstanding work to progress access and awareness of the Islamic Finance sector.

Aziz is...

Jurassic Fibre beats industry average for opportunities for women in tech

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 03/07/2023 - 4:12pm

Ultra-fast broadband provider Jurassic Fibre has announced a 209% rise in the number of women in its workforce in just two years – many in tech, construction and engineering roles traditionally occupied by men.

The South West-based company employs over 460 people at its office base in Exeter and satellite base in Honiton.

Marking International Women’s Day (Wednesday 8 th March), Jurassic Fibre, which was founded in 2018, has announced an increase from 45 to 139 women in its workforce since 2020. At 30% of the company’s total workforce, this is substantially higher than the...

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Optix Solutions announces new partnership with website developer morphsites

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 03/07/2023 - 8:30am

Exeter digital marketing agency Optix Solutions has revealed a new collaborative partnership with Ilminster-based website developer morphsites .

The collaboration means clients will benefit from a wider range of marketing and development services that is set to rival those provided by larger agencies.

Although remaining as separate entities, the two businesses will work together in a seamless way to deliver a superior client experience.

Optix Solutions founding partner Alastair Banks explains the reasoning behind the move. “Ours has been a successful agency from the...

Devon trio triumph in South West small business awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 03/02/2023 - 9:39pm

Three Devon businesses emerged as award winners this week at the annual contest to find the best small businesses in the South West.

The FSB South West Small Business Awards final saw more Devon companies shortlisted for honours than any other region and at the Weston-super-Mare finals three of them - The Devon Seaweed Company of Newton Abbot, Okehampton Community Kitchen and Simon Hall Will Writing of Exeter returned home as regional winners. All three will now have a chance to go for national FSB titles at the UK final in Birmingham in May.

Okehampton Community Kitchen...

The Mortgage Broker is celebrating 300 5-star Google reviews

Exeter mortgage broker tops 300 five-star Google reviews

An Exeter-based mortgage broker, The Mortgage Quarter, is celebrating after receiving its 300th five-star Google review from a satisfied client.

The Mortgage Quarter has been scored excellent across the board, with all 300 independent reviews having a five-star rating.

Established in 2018, The Mortgage Broker aims to make finding and securing a new mortgage stress-free. And with a reputation for tenacity and perseverance, the team will exhaust every avenue to ensure a successful outcome, even when the odds are low. The number of outstanding reviews is a testament to the...

National trade body celebrates Exeter supplier

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/28/2023 - 10:32pm

A national trade body is celebrating a supplier in Exeter, who goes the extra mile to support the building materials industry.

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), together with Builders’ Merchants News (BMN), have joined forces to identify the Top 100 Supplier Influencers across the sector and shine a light on their success.

Benjamin Farrington is Divisional Sales Director - Construction at Bostik UK, based in Exeter and was nominated after meeting key criteria including involvement, presence, charity and community work as well as commitment to the industry....

Final call for Mobile Boost applications

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/27/2023 - 1:31pm

Final applications to Connecting Devon and Somerset’s successful Mobile Boost scheme should be submitted by tomorrow (Tuesday 28 February), ahead of the scheme drawing to a close at the end of March.

The initiative has so far invested more than £1,031,000 to help those in the region who cannot receive an adequate indoor 4G mobile signal.

To date, more than 1,490 homes and businesses across Devon, Somerset, Torbay and Plymouth have benefited from the scheme which provides vouchers worth up to £1,200 to support applicants with the cost of installing a mobile signal booster...

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