Business

Onecom, the UK’s leading independent business communications provider, has secured a £30m finance package from HSBC UK in support of its ambitious growth plans.

The five-year funding deal will enable Onecom to invest heavily in customer experience, systems and teams, in line with its strategy of achieving significant growth in that time frame.

Initial projects include upgrades...

Lighting is part of a store’s design that is often given less consideration than it is due. Before considering the potential impact that light design may have on custom, there are financial reasons why it should be at the forefront of your mind. Your shop lighting will almost certainly account for a large portion of your energy costs. In addition, the space seen and used within your store will...

Improved ultrafast ‘Fibre to the Premises’ (FTTP) broadband will be rolled out to over 220 public buildings across Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon over the next two years, thanks to a successful bid to a UK Government fund.

The buildings include council offices, GP surgeries, hospitals, schools, colleges and many others. This investment will significantly extend access to full...

While it’s never been easier to launch your own business, it is also just as easy to fail. The key to lessening your exposure to business failure is to know exactly the right steps to take. By following a clear path to growth, you reduce the chances of making fundamental mistakes that will have long-term effects on the scalability of your business idea. No matter what sector or industry you’re...