If the UK divorces itself from the European Union it could present a new trading opportunity for Britain that could make it an attractive proposition for global companies.
Category: Opinion
Some of the UKs leading business leaders and opinion formers share their insight and ideas for growth
Entrepreneurs! It’s Important to Relax
Taking time out to relax is probably one of the most important things that you can do when you’re running a business. But with so much to do, many entrepreneurs forget to have this crucial ‘me’ time, working well into the evenings and over the weekends when their employees are home having fun.
Girl Power: International Women’s Day
As we approach International Women’s Day (March 8th 2016) – now in its 26th year – there’s a lot to celebrate. Women’s rights have risen up the political agenda, many countries have made progress towards eliminating gender discrimination and we’re also seeing the introduction of initiatives to ensure the fair representation of women within senior political roles.
A cloudy solution for medium-sized businesses
Cloud computing has been a hot topic for several years now and many large enterprises have embraced the technology. However, when it comes to the medium-sized businesses, cloud uptake has been a bit patchier.
Step away from the Lego! Four reasons why ‘team building’ can damage teams
Do you get that sinking feeling when someone (your MD? HR? A keen colleague?) suggests you ‘do some team building’? Do you have ghastly visions of yourself kneeling on the floor with a bongo between your knees, playing the drums in a conference room? Or building Lego constructions against the clock in competition with another department?
6 Habits of highly productive entrepreneurs
Being efficient and mindful of your time is key when it comes to becoming a successful entrepreneur. It’s important to know how and when you work best, so that you can best utilise your time and maximise your productivity.
Connected cars in the wild
Connected Car technology has been talked about since the 1970’s. It’s been featured in many movies and television shows – think of the modified Aston Martins in recent James Bond movies, and the intelligent car “Kitt” in the Television show Night Rider. It now appears as though this technology is actually ready to hit the marketplace.
What to expect from the ‘Facebook’ generation
Global investment banking firm Goldman Sachs has just released an infographic about Millennials coming of age in 2016 and what to look for or to expect in future from this generation.
Safe Harbour ruling: what does it mean for your business?
The start of a new year is always a good time for many businesses to get their IT strategies in place. However, there has been one issue in the past couple of months that may potentially cause a lot of complications in IT departments across the US and EU; the implications for cloud compliance of the recent nullification of the EU Safe Harbour Ruling.
Business advice from female Entrepreneurs
Women now make up 47% of the workforce in the UK. We have seen a breakthrough in female employment and are now in the direction of empowered females succeeding in their own business.
The necessity of negative thinking
Remember the eve of the new millennium? Amidst the champagne and fireworks there was a tribe watching, united in purpose, even though most didn’t know each other. Waiting to see whether the world was going to fall apart after all, despite their efforts, as each time zone clicked from one millennium to the other.
EU Proposal opens the door for haggling and bargaining
The debate on the future of the UK’s relationship with Europe took a step forward today and British business should be pleased with its progress – but there’s more haggling to do.
Shedding light on the murky world of Shadow IT
Shadow IT has become an increasing problem for IT departments across the world. While most CIOs have an inkling that employees in their enterprise have managed to sneak a few personal applications past the IT department, the problem could be far more prevalent than originally thought.
Customer experience trends that will shape 2016
In 2015 we saw a huge amount of change for brands; both technologically and culturally.
An evolving banking model: What can corporate banks learn from consumer finance?
As banking consumers, we shop around for the best deal. We may have a current account with one provider, an ISA and mortgage with another; savings, loans and investments with different providers again. We know that it is prudent to review our financial management regularly. So, why are corporate banking trends behind the curve?
