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Essentials Every Small Business Needs to Compete

In the fast moving business landscape, small businesses face fierce competition. To thrive in such an environment, it’s crucial to equip your business with the right tools and strategies. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale up, here are some essentials that every small business needs to compete effectively.

1. Online Presence

Having a strong online presence is non-negotiable in the digital age. A well-designed website that’s also easy to navigate, mobile-friendly, and optimised for search engines is essential. If you don’t know where to start when it...

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Hotel Indigo Exeter Named Finalist in Exeter Living Awards 2024

Hotel Indigo Exeter, a premier boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Exeter, is thrilled to announce its selection as a finalist in two prestigious categories for the Exeter Living Awards 2024. The hotel has been recognised for its outstanding contributions to the Leisure & Tourism sector as well as its remarkable performance as a New Business.

The Exeter Living Awards, known for celebrating excellence across various sectors within the Exeter community, have acknowledged Hotel Indigo Exeter for its commitment to providing exceptional hospitality experiences and for its...

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The Rise of Smart Containers: Revolutionising Tracking and Security in Sea Freight Logistics

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 03/01/2024 - 6:51am

The shipping container has been a vital driver of global trade and economic growth since its inception in the 1950s. However, traditional passive containers offer minimal visibility and security of goods during sea freight journeys. The emergence of smart containers with integrated technology is revolutionising tracking and security for sea freight logistics providers and shippers utilising sea freight services.

Enhanced Real-Time Tracking

Smart containers represent the future of visibility in sea freight. Built-in sensors, connectivity devices and tracking software give...

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Training, pay-rates and protection for UK security operatives in 2024 – Opportunities for change?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 02/29/2024 - 8:46am

Training, pay-rates and protection for UK security operatives in 2024 – Opportunities for change? Meta Description: Security operative jobs training, pay rates and protection need changing- Find out why here:

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Mastering Fintech: The Art of Payment Routing and Cascading

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 02/29/2024 - 6:02am

In the world of digital payment solutions, understanding the ins and outs of payment routing and cascading is vital for the success of online businesses and financial institutions.

Exploring innovation in finance, this article delves into the basics of cascading payments, intelligent payment routing and how they contribute to payment optimisation strategies.

Routing and cascading basics

Let's clarify the meaning of routing and cascading in financial technology.

Intelligent payment routing definition

Payment routing is a technology for payment processing, built...

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The Key Areas Of Your Business You Need To Invest Back Into

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Sat, 02/24/2024 - 9:59am

The importance of reinvestment cannot be overstated. To sustain growth, enhance competitiveness, and ensure long-term success, businesses must strategically channel funds into their core operations. This article highlights critical areas where reinvestment can yield substantial dividends, ensuring your enterprise remains at the forefront of its industry.

Reinforcing Infrastructure and Technology

The backbone of any successful business is its infrastructure and technology. Investing in state-of-the-art software, upgrading hardware, and ensuring robust cybersecurity...

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Is Amazon the Right Platform for Your e-Commerce Business?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 02/20/2024 - 9:07pm

Simply listing products does not guarantee sales. Amazon’s intense competition and extensive policies may also pose challenges for some merchants. Carefully weigh the pros and cons before deciding if selling through Amazon suits your e-commerce business needs.

The Pros of Listing on Amazon

Amazon is the go-to platform for online shopping in the UK and much of the world. With over two million monthly visitors, the customer reach potential is massive. Listing products on Amazon taps into their huge customer base already searching for products to buy. Additionally, as the world’s...

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Scrum vs. Traditional Project Management: A Comparative Analysis 

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 02/19/2024 - 6:10am

Two prominent approaches, Scrum and Traditional Project Management, are diametrically opposed cornerstones in project management. Agile framework Scrum promotes flexibility, teamwork, and iterative development. It does well in situations that are constantly changing. For those who like to work in project management, Scrum Training is critical to understanding the methodology in detail, along with the Advantages and Disadvantages of Scrum .

On the other hand, traditional project management, best represented by the waterfall model, is based on a sequential, linear methodology...

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IMP Software co-founders Will Jordan, left, and Dave Hall.

Exeter-based IMP Software shortlisted for national Megabuyte100 Emerging Stars award for best-performing technology company

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Fri, 02/16/2024 - 1:35pm

IMP Software has been shortlisted for the Best Performing Company – Government & Healthcare – Emerging Stars award at the upcoming 2024 Megabuyte100 awards.

The Emerging Stars awards identify the UK's 50 best-performing scale-up technology companies in the UK and acknowledge outstanding achievements within peer groups and overall. Evaluation criteria encompass factors such as size, growth and margins.

Will Jordan, Co-Founder of IMP Software, said: “We are proud to be among the UK’s top performing scale-up tech companies, as determined by its proprietary Megabuyte...

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SalvageData: Rescuing Your Treasured Bits from Digital Graveyards

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 02/15/2024 - 9:30am

Data loss can feel like a punch to the gut. Important documents, cherished photos, irreplaceable work projects – gone in a blink due to accidental deletion, hardware failure, or malware attacks. In these desperate situations, data recovery by SalvageData companies become lifesavers, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the digital wreckage. Among these, SalvageData stands out with its expertise, success rate, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

20+ Years of Recovering the Unrecoverable

Founded in 2003, SalvageData boasts over two decades of experience in the data recovery arena...

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ITV announces new Head of News for ITV West Country

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/13/2024 - 11:28pm

ITV today confirms the new Head of News for ITV West Country will be Nimesh Joshi, who is currently Programme and Digital Editor at ITV Central.

Nimesh has been in a leadership role within ITV News for more than a decade, with roles including Deputy Head of News at West Country in 2016 before becoming the Programme and Digital Editor for ITV Channel TV in Jersey and then moving into the same role at ITV Central.

Since joining as a production journalist in 2010, Nimesh has played a significant part in helping to develop the digital and diversity strategies across ITV News...

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