Business are facing their greatest challenge ever as COVID-19 continues to evolve and disrupt lives across the UK and for many businesses, their future is uncertain. Over the last 7 months businesses have adapted to the new normal and changed their working practices, reorganised suppliers, set up remote operations in...

SME’s and large corporates are facing additional challenges with working alongside COVID-19 and an economic downturn, minimising risks and controlling costs are now paramount to ensuring resilience and sustainability.

The energy market is highly volatile at the best of times and given the current global climate we are living and working...

Effective communication has never been more important but as we adapt to the “new normal” there are several new issues to consider. Now is a good time to assess your business communication systems and check that they are still fit for purpose whilst also reviewing your telecoms packages to keep...

Technological developments in the energy sector means that it is now possible to remotely monitor your business’ energy consumption. The technology used for measuring gas and electricity varies slightly as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and standard gas is measured by a data logger and electricity is measured by an Automated Meter Reader...

Energy legislation such as MOD 0428 and P272 have had a significant impact on the way in which suppliers present your bill, and more importantly, the way that they charge your energy to you. Your energy bills will now look very different to how they have in the past.

Our energy...

We are now emerging from the winter months where energy prices have been at a peak. As we move into spring / summer we would usually expect to see a slight easing on pricing as consumption reduces in the warmer months. However, with continual volatility surrounding "Brexit" and the political situation...

But it’s not always easy, particularly when looking at company communications. Telecom services’ can be a major expense for small businesses often contributing to as much as 30% of their IT budget, hence the need to seek new ways to reduce costs. 

According to research commissioned by Ofcom, almost half (45%)...

As a result of the recent economic downturn and uncertainty surrounding Brexit, banks are less likely to take risks and lend money to small businesses. This coupled with interest rates being at an all time low, Crowdfunding has become more and more popular with businesses that are looking to raise...

On Thursday 19th May, the North Devon Manufacturers Association (NDMA) hosted the 19th annual awards ceremony to recognise the achievements of local manufacturers as well as the next generation of engineers & designers from North Devon's education establishments.

The NDMA was set up to represent the interests of manufacturing and support...