Business

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...

More than 80 jobs are being created at a Plymouth Science Park based company this year as tech firm Sponge continues to expand upon its’ award-winning successes – despite the current uncertainty generated by Brexit.

Sponge delivers bespoke digital learning designed to train employees and improve performance for multi-national brands.

Virtual reality is just one of the latest...

Starting a new business is likely to be one of the most exhilarating, exhausting and scary enterprises you will ever undertake. Statistics vary, but it’s generally accepted that at least 50% of new UK businesses will fail within the first five years and the number one cause of their failure is cash flow. It’s crucial that any new business is able to sustain its running costs, not all of which...