Monthly Archives: October 2017

Can small businesses rise above the security poverty line?

Instances of high profile security breaches have rarely been out of the news this year. From Deloitte to Equifax, big businesses have been hit hard by cyber attacks resulting in the loss of sensitive data, and the financial and reputational fallout that follows. Nevertheless, it would be wrong to assume that only large, global enterprises
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UK leading a mobile shopping charge this Christmas

Mobile shopping accounted for almost a third (28 per cent) of 2016 online holiday orders across the UK, France and Germany, according to CJ Affiliate’s 2017 Holiday Intelligence Report. Within this report, the UK accounted for 44 per cent of online orders that came via mobile, compared to 32 per cent in the US, 26
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Why SEO is so critical for your company

Search Engine Optimisation, or SEO, has been a major consideration for all sizes of business for a considerable time now. Every business with an online presence, from the FTSE 100 high performer to the bedroom blogger, strives to attract visitors through enhanced SEO performance. But how does a business owner keep up with SEO developments?
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Using your smartphone to stress less

Life in 2017 can be demanding, so it’s important to make time for yourself to reduce your stress levels. You might not think it, but your smartphone can be a great tool when you’re looking for help to relax. To coincide with National Stress Awareness Day (1st November), e2save’s mobile expert, Andrew Cartledge, has put
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Businesses risk £2.8m through lack of energy resilience

UK businesses without an energy resilience strategy are risking 17 per cent of their revenue, equating to £2.8 million each year in damages and lost opportunities. This is a key finding from Centrica Business Solutions’ research into the current state of energy resilience. The Resilience Report, which details the findings, is a result of a
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5 of the hottest new freelance marketplaces

A recent study commissioned by the Freelancers Union revealed that 7 in 10 entrepreneurial respondents believed that modern technologies have enabled them to find work more easily than in years gone by. This is especially beneficial considering that freelancers comprise 35% of America’s workforce. What has become quite a challenge for many, however, is the
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