How examining your data could improve your customer relation

The way businesses interact with their customers is evolving at an increasingly fast pace. With numerous businesses competing for market shares as well as the offering of an increasingly diverse range of products, it is becoming difficult to distinguish oneself. In addition to this, the wants and profile of the traditional customer are also changing. Consumers, with access to the internet, are now more informed than ever. Coupled with a greater selection and diversity of companies, they are recognising the empowerment of their custom and the ability to very easily look elsewhere. It is...

5 Tips and Tricks for Launching an eCommerce Website

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/18/2019 - 9:23am

Today, when virtually everyone has his or her own page on the Net, it can even be considered weird when a business does not have a means of selling their goods or services online. Setting up an eCommerce website can be tricky , as there are quite a few pitfalls. Fear not, for even a beginner can build their own page without spending a fortune on it. Here are 5 tips to help you sail through the process.

1. Use a platform that is best for eCommerce

An eCommerce platform is a must, since it enables you to use a wide range of features that are usually present in quality...

Exeter continues to benefit from multi-million-pound investment in gas network

Homes and businesses across Exeter and the surrounding area will continue to receive a safe and reliable gas supply for years to come after Wales & West Utilities announced a £9.3 million investment in the local gas network during 2019.

The investment will see more than 73km of old metal gas pipes being upgraded to new plastic ones, while more than 5000 houses will also receive new gas supply pipes.

Rob Long, Wales & West Utilities Director of Operations, said: “While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives...

West Country house builder raises over £25,000 for Children's Hospice South West

Local independent house builder, Devonshire Homes, has helped fundraise thousands of pounds for the charity that provides vital hospice care for children with life-limiting conditions and their families across the South West.

Having supported Children’s Hospice South West for two years, Devonshire Homes has raised a total of £25,154.96. The funds will help the charity care for more than 500 families, providing respite care and short breaks, as well as emergency, palliative and end-of-life care from its three hospices in North Devon, North Somerset and Cornwall.

Devonshire...

Three Men in a Boat

Event Date: 
06/03/2019 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Exeter

After the huge successes of Old Herbaceous and Fagin?, Hampshire based theatre company Kick In The Head are back with a rip roaring barrel of fun, Three Men in a Boat, with Giles Shenton (Old Herbaceous himself!) playing the part of Jerome K Jerome.

The play is based on the hilarious book by Jerome K. Jerome which, since its first publication in 1889, has never been out of print and is regarded as one of the funniest books ever written.

In the play, Jerome recounts the hilarious story of his boating holiday along the magnificent River Thames with his two companions and...

Three Men in a Boat

Event Date: 
05/03/2019 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth

After the huge successes of Old Herbaceous and Fagin?, Hampshire based theatre company Kick In The Head are back with a rip roaring barrel of fun, Three Men in a Boat, with Giles Shenton (Old Herbaceous himself!) playing the part of Jerome K Jerome.

The play is based on the hilarious book by Jerome K. Jerome which, since its first publication in 1889, has never been out of print and is regarded as one of the funniest books ever written.

In the play, Jerome recounts the hilarious story of his boating holiday along the magnificent River Thames with his two companions and...

Darts Farm hosts chef royalty

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/17/2019 - 10:11pm

Raymond Blanc OBE and the world’s most prestigious hotel club, Relais & Châteaux, visited Darts Farm earlier this week. The group was hosted by Michael Caines MBE from neighbouring Lympstone Manor and was welcomed by the Dart brothers who proudly showcased the region’s exquisite artisan produce in their award-winning farm shop. This impressive visit follows an announcement that Darts Farm has been shortlisted for the Guild of Fine Food ‘Shop of the Year’ Award 2019. The finalist will be announced on 11th March. Michael Dart, Director of Darts Farm, comments: “We were thrilled to...

Two new deals for Exeter Chiefs stars

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Sun, 02/17/2019 - 10:57am

Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby Rob Baxter insists he’s edging ever closer to putting in place his squad for next season after two more of his current stars agreed new contracts with the club.

Having already tied up the futures of a number of his squad in recent weeks, scrum-half Stuart Townsend has committed his future to the club until at the least the summer of 2021 with a new two-year deal, while fellow number nine, Jack Maunder, has also penned a fresh one-year contract with the club.

The decision by the duo is yet more welcome news for Baxter, who believes the two...

Devon pet sanctuary warns of damage caused to unsocialised dogs

A Devon animal charity is taking in an alarming number of dogs that have never set foot outside a garden.

Some of the dogs rescued by Woodside Animal Welfare Sanctuary at Elfordleigh in the South Hams have not seen a lead, let alone walked to a park or the woods.

By the time they are brought to the sanctuary, some of these dogs will display defensive or aggressive traits towards animals or people, while others will be extremely nervous.

As National Walk Your Dog Day approaches on February 22, the charity is urging people to make time every day to walk their dogs, to...

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