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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.

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Optix Solutions promotes Paul Lawrence to Director of Design

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 10/05/2022 - 10:40am

Exeter digital marketing agency Optix Solutions has promoted Paul Lawrence to Director of Design after his successful first year with the company.

In this new role, Paul is responsible for directing Optix Solutions’ design offering, ensuring the agency’s studio output delivers against its proposition to ‘engage, support and delight customers at every touchpoint’.

The promotion stems from his outstanding contribution to the design department over the past year, implementing client discovery sessions in a team, brand design from the ground up or evolutionary, through to...

New appointment boosts financial planning team at Westcotts 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/04/2022 - 9:55pm

Leading South West chartered accountants and business advisers Westcotts has bolstered its financial planning team with the appointment of a new chartered financial planner.

Steven Clemence (pictured), who is based in the Plymouth office, joins the firm formerly known as Thomas Westcott, with over 35 years’ experience and specialises in complex pensions work, employee benefits and business protection.

He is a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society (FPFS), part of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) – the highest level of qualification and a recognition of his...

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Air Marketing Announces Launch of SaaS Recruitment Agency, Seed Talent

Exeter-based sales and marketing agency, Air Marketing , have announced the launch of their SaaS (software-as-a-service) recruitment agency, Seed Talent .

In addition to generating sales and marketing pipeline, clients more frequently approached Air to support and advise on their own internal SDRs (Sales Development Representatives) and AEs (Account Executives) recruitment. Air has achieved impressive growth by delivering greater client value through providing clients with what they need, not what they can deliver.

Identifying an opportunity to provide a completely...

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Exeter Property Circle Event at The Quayside Distillery

Tickets are now available for the next Exeter Property Circle Business Event.

Please join us for networking & drinks at The Quayside Distillery on 13th October 2022 between 5.30 and 7.30 pm.

We are joined by Guest Speakers James Miles & Michael Tilston from The Mortgage Quarter in Exeter. They'll be sharing their industry insight using a fun quiz to give Exeter's property professionals an update on the property market and mortgage industry.

Quayside Distillery is also offering distillery tours to all attendees to allow people to learn all about their innovative...

How to Make the Most of Content Writing Software to Improve Your Business

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 10/03/2022 - 12:50am

If you want to improve your business, content writing software can significantly help. But how do you choose the right one? And once you've found it, how do you make the most of it? Keep reading for some tips.

What is content writing software?

Content writing software is used to create and format content for the web. It can help with everything from creating and editing articles to adding images and videos. It can also help optimize search engine content and create call-to-action buttons. Here are a few of the best content writing software programs on the market which...

Microsoft and Tech South West announce collaboration to help upskill the region

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 8:42pm

A new collaboration has been announced between Tech South West and Microsoft in a bid to enhance digital skills in the region.

The project will provide South West tech companies with opportunities to access training for their teams and develop technical skills within their organisations. Support will also be provided for those looking to switch to a career in tech, or grow their tech business via the Tech South West StartUp and ScaleUp Studios.

Research conducted this year by Tech South West revealed that 55% of tech companies in the region cite “lack of candidates” as...

Need to do a tax return for the first time? Tell HMRC by 5 October

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 8:17pm

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding customers who need to complete a tax return for the 2021 to 2022 tax year to let HMRC know by 5 October 2022. They can do this by registering for Self Assessment.

Before customers can complete their first tax return, they need to register with HMRC to receive their Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR). Customers need their UTR to file a return. The tax return deadline for the 2021 to 2022 tax year is 31 October 2022 for those completed on paper forms, and 31 January 2023 for online returns

HMRC is encouraging customers to plan ahead...

New director appointed to support financial planning arm of Westcotts 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/02/2022 - 5:09pm

Westcotts Chartered Financial Planners, part of the Westcotts group, has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of a new director.

Andrew Hammond (pictured) has been recruited by the practice, bringing more than 20 years’ experience in the financial services sector. He is responsible for supporting the strategic growth and future direction of Westcotts Chartered Financial Planners, alongside his fellow directors.

As well as holding the position of director with the financial planning arm, Andrew joins as partner of Westcotts, the South West’s...

Sustainability In Construction: How to be a Green Business and How to Choose the Right Suppliers

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sat, 10/01/2022 - 7:41am

Global concerns about climate change and the devastating costs are not just valid but serious enough to motivate everyone into lifestyle changes. Thankfully, most countries intentionally are helping to reduce the collective carbon footprint through various policies targeting different sectors. As a business owner, you are responsible for making your business green to contribute toward the UK government’s 2050 carbon goals . While that sounds great on paper, many businesses may find it challenging to implement strategies to reduce their carbon footprints. With the rising cost of energy,...

Free support for South West businesses to boost resilience

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 09/29/2022 - 7:41pm

As the cost of living crisis continues to impact the prices of energy, fuel and commodities, local businesses across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay are being urged to make the most of available support to boost their resilience.

The Heart of the South West Growth Hub offers free, impartial, expert business advice, and has a range of programmes and grants available to help support businesses with growth, resilience, trade, marketing, recruitment, and more.

Businesses are being encouraged to get in touch with the Growth Hub team, who offer signposting services and can...

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