There is no doubt that the explosion of technology has impacted every sector in the world, from cloud-based platforms to credit to entirely new digital services. The pace of technological change is incredible and the breaking of barriers will create new M&A opportunities for businesses. Importantly, as firms revolutionise processes to better understand their customer
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We’ve all done it – had a sneaky peak at our work emails when we should be enjoying family time, but now one team of experts have come up with tips on how to switch off from work over the festive season. Experts at the London School of Marketing have taken the time management techniques
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Five model agencies and their trade body have been fined a total of £1.5m by the competition watchdog for price fixing.
Source: Sky Business News
Apple says customers who lose a wireless Airpod earphone will be charged £65 for a replacement.
Source: BBC
Businesses that sell goods and services online and in people’s homes are being reminded that they can have more responsibilities and obligations than those who sell over the counter and on the high street. The warning is in a new guide, published by trading standards experts, and comes after news that a third of businesses
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Customers of Big Six energy provider EDF are facing the first hike in standard dual fuel bills for more than three years after a rise in the cost of electricity.
Source: Sky Business News
EDF Energy plans to cut gas prices from January but will increase the cost of electricity in March.
Source: BBC
The Gambling Commission imposes a £3m penalty on Camelot over paying an allegedly fraudulent National Lottery claim.
Source: BBC
Spain is considering putting an end to its long working day and moving the clocks back an hour to improve productivity.
Source: Sky Business News
Businesses of all sizes face potential risks when operating online and therefore need to consider their protection from cyber attack. SME’s have a lot more to lose than larger enterprises as a single cyber attack may have dire financial consequences and have a direct impact on the future survival of the business. Small businesses will be a
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