Just when businesses are getting up to speed with the latest tricks employed by cyber criminals, another rears its ugly head. Ransomware is the practice of extorting a business by blocking access or threatening to damage their systems unless or…
The consequences of under-inspected lifting equipment can be serious, potentially causing serious injuries and even fatalities. Lifting equipment is defined as any machinery or apparatus used for carrying and lowering heavy loads – including overhead cranes, forklifts, motor vehicle lifts…
Whether you’re setting up your own business or have been running one for a while, the subject of business insurance can be fraught. How do you know what is a legal requirement? Which extra covers are worth your hard-earned money,…
Every revolution needs a catchy name. The industrial revolution of the Victorian age may well have gone by other names which fell by the wayside and which subsequently did not make it into our history books. The Internet of Things…
As Theresa May suggests Britain will pull out of the EU’s single market and customs union as part of a “swift and clean” Brexit, the UK Freight Transport Association (FTA) has warned Parliament that exiting without first creating an arrangement…
It’s the bane of every motorist desperately searching for a car parking space when they see what looks to be an empty space, when it’s in fact occupied by a much smaller car. Toyota Aygo’s, SmartCars and Citroen C1s have…
In May 2016, a petition started by receptionist Nicola Thorpe hit the headlines, calling for the law to be changed on female dress codes after staff agency Portico sent her home on her first day at a corporate finance company…
The impact of technology in the manufacturing industry thanks to globalisation, complex systems and a drive for innovation, is vast. The adoption of smart products and interconnectivity means that cyber risks are becoming more widespread and difficult to crack. This…
The benefits of a healthy workplace are innumerable, from happy staff and work satisfaction to higher productivity and lower absence rates. Perfect when your staff need a little extra boost, motivate employees and improve workplace health by sharing these top…
Starting a small business of your own can be an incredibly fulfilling move for a keen entrepreneur with a bright idea. But sometimes the bread and butter of running your business can get buried under the responsibilities of navigating tax…
The old adage ‘fight fire with fire’ is not often heard in business circles, where a softer, more considered approach is likely to yield more desirable results. PR crises are a prime example of the importance of an appropriate reaction.…