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Daily news and press releases from members, guest writers and the B4 team.
Tech in the year ahead
Predicting the future of technology is hard enough in a normal year. Where the pace of development and innovation continues unabated, seemingly limited only by our human imagination. Although in the world of Artificial Intelligence, that barrier may soon be broken as we hear about AI capable of writing new Beetles tracks. I’m not sure how I feel about that…
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Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Numerous studies show that Black, Asian and minority ethnic employees still face significant barriers in the workplace. From recruitment and progression to reaching leadership positions, there are strategies that organisations can adopt to improve team representation from entry level all the way through to boardroom.
Grant Thornton continues to invest in Thames Valley and Southampton
Leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP continues its commitment to develop and retain the very best talent across the Thames Valley and Southampton regions, starting the year with three new senior promotions.
Unipart Logistics wins major safety award for 10th consecutive year
Unipart Logistics, a division of the Unipart Group of companies, has won the prestigious Sword of Honour award for world-class safety for the 10th consecutive year. The award, which is presented by the British Safety Council, is recognised as the pinnacle of achievement in the world of health and safety management.
Is now the time to take control of your finances?
2020 was a year of uncertainty for us all. We awaited the outcome of the US election, we didn’t know if a Brexit deal could be agreed in time, and the Covid-19 pandemic caused sharp falls in share prices across the globe.
Supporting Black Founders And Businesses
This could be a very long article as to why and how racism still exists within modern British society. I could divulge countless racist experiences I have personally had – such as being attacked by the police, or racist slurs in the workplace – but this was not the focus of my talk at the B4 One Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Talk, or this piece. Rather, the purpose is to speak to how we can tangibly contribute to seeing racial equality and equity become the institutional norm in the corporate setting.
Owen Mumford chosen as sole supplier for safety pen needles in...
Owen Mumford, a global industry leader in medical device design and manufacturing based in Oxfordshire, has been appointed as the sole supplier for insulin safety pen needles by the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership – Procurement Services [NWSSP-PS] hosted by Velindre NHS Trust.
COEL delight the team at Biofidelity
Since founding in 2019, Biofidelity have received much recognition for their ground-breaking work developing cancer diagnostic tests that can be carried out in labs across the world.
Inclusion and Diversity at GWR
Great Western Railway has worked collaboratively with colleagues to establish an Inclusion and Diversity Strategy and Action Plan that creates an environment where all colleagues feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. Over 600 colleagues and Trades Union representatives worked with us to develop the strategy that aims to achieve our vision where: We are progressive. We are one family. We are inclusive. First time, every time.
The B4 NEXUS Webinar hosted by Adrian Sell
B4 NEXUS webinars give local charities, social enterprises and up and coming businesses the opportunity to tell us more about what they do and how they work. They’re also an opportunity to hear from experts with advice for third sector organisations to help them develop and flourish.
How your customers’ experience has changed in 2020…
…and what you should do about it. Do you know what your customer experience is costing you? This webinar provided insights, strategies and inspiration to maximise the value of your customer journey.
Oxfordshire’s Property Market
B4 Members from the commercial and residential property sectors give us their take on the effects COVID-19 has and may have had on the property market.
Professional Services – Here to Support You
Representatives from B4’s Professional Services Hub talk about the support available for businesses at what continues to be a very challenging time for everyone.