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Upsize to a HGV fleet for greener motoring, says Venson

Investing in a vehicle fleet greater than 3.5T Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) with drivers qualified to handle them could improve a business’s carbon footprint and its bottom line www.venson.com As the UK gets to grips with a revamped government strategy to meet its 2030 emissions cut target, the pressure is on for fleet decision-makers to […]

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Cybersecurity and NIS 2 – what does this mean for you?

Directive (EU) 2022/2555 on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union (NIS 2) came into force on 16 January 2023. By 17 October 2024, Member States must adopt and publicise measures to comply with the Directive. NIS 2 will apply to a broad range of businesses which provide their services, or carry out their activities in the EU even if they are not based in a Member State. So what does this mean for you?

People

From weaknesses and threats to strengths

This bowl is a beautiful example of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of turning repairs into a work of art to create something more stunning — and stronger — than it was before. The metaphor of a disaster becoming a gift was my inspiration for this article.   All businesses have weaknesses and threats. Sometimes existential. […]

Sales & Marketing

Serendipity2 survey reports cautious optimism among consumers

London, UK: Following the Chancellor’s spring budget, which stated that government borrowing costs have fallen, mortgage rates are down and inflation has peaked, leading food and drink end-to-end marketing specialists, Serendipity2 (S2), has today released the findings of a consumer survey, which reveal changing attitudes to financial security and spending habits.   Overall, over half […]

HeadOn PR in Cheltenham makes two senior hires

27th February 2023: HeadOn PR, headquartered in Eagle Tower, Cheltenham, has made two senior hires in the UK following a string of new client wins over a period of steady growth.   The agency, which has a team in the UK and US, and specialises in public relations, social media and SEO, has doubled its workforce along with its client […]

Property

Howbery Park helps hedgehogs

Howbery Business Park has been focusing on improving support for hedgehogs in its grounds for a year, as part of a six-year biodiversity programme. The team has added hedgehog houses,  worked on improving food supplies and checked there are corridors through the park for the prickly creatures to move. In recognition of meeting criteria set […]

Propertynest Expands into Guildford with New Franchisee

The award-winning estate agency Propertynest has expanded into Guildford with new franchisee Stephen Lowe.  Stephen will now manage a property lettings and sales agency servicing residents of Guildford and the surrounding villages in Surrey.   “I am passionate about delivering quality customer service having worked in the hospitality industry for two decades,” explains Stephen Lowe.  […]

Buoyant geoscience consultancy is recruiting for new Howbery office

Ternan Energy, an independent marine geoscience consultancy, is looking to recruit more geotechnical engineers, geoscientists and geologists for its new office on Howbery Park. The company expects the strong demand for its services to continue – its portfolio includes offshore wind developments, which are rapidly expanding to help meet net zero ambitions. The new premises […]

Local Government

‘Meanwhile in Oxfordshire..’ Case Study: Ducky Zebra, the sustainable kidswear brand...

‘Often girls’ clothes are pink, cute and impractical. They promote kindness, but not always confidence. And boys’ clothes are often blue, aggressive and adventure seeking. They promote confidence, but not always kindness. I wanted to bring these two characteristics together and allow all children, no matter what their gender, to celebrate both kindness and confidence.’ – Sally Dear, Founder of Ducky Zebra

Strategy

The Season of New Beginnings in Your Leadership Journey

Spring is thought of as the season of new beginnings, bringing new life to plants, trees and flowers and although it may not officially begin until 20th March, now is a great time to think about new beginnings in your own professional journey. This change of season is a great time to reflect on the things that you have planned for the year, and how you are going to accomplish them.

Tech, IT & Comms

Cybersecurity and NIS 2 – what does this mean for you?

Directive (EU) 2022/2555 on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union (NIS 2) came into force on 16 January 2023. By 17 October 2024, Member States must adopt and publicise measures to comply with the Directive. NIS 2 will apply to a broad range of businesses which provide their services, or carry out their activities in the EU even if they are not based in a Member State. So what does this mean for you?

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Responsible Business

RINGANA Defines the Price of Sustainability

WHAT DOES SUSTAINABILITY COST? CAN WE DO WITHOUT IT? WHAT NEW MOSAIC PIECES CAN BE FOUND?  On the occasion of International Earth Day 2023, RINGANA asked itself what sustainability actually costs.  And whether we can do without it? By answering these questions, RINGANA came up with a clear strategy: the Styrian family-run business will continue […]

How to create an inclusive Global Tea Party this Nutrition and...

One of the highlights of Nutrition and Hydration Week is its Global Tea Party, which this year took place on Wednesday 15 March. On this day, Nutrition and Hydration Week participants are invited to hold tea parties in their organisations. This, it is hoped, shows their commitment to nutritional care. It helps improve nutritional intake […]