Business

Exeter-based agency celebrates 21st anniversary with a focus on purpose

Award-winning Exeter agency Absolute PR and Marketing is celebrating 21 years in business with a brand refresh which reflects the agency and team’s passion for building brands with purpose.

Born out of a shared drive for delivering meaningful and purposeful work that has a positive impact, be that for clients or for the wider benefit of society and the climate, Absolute has adopted a...

Eleanor Roberts apprentice with South Devon College

Time to rethink Apprenticeships says Devon College

If you think you know all about apprenticeships, then maybe it’s time to think again, according to South Devon College.

“Most people think you can only do apprenticeships in hospitality, construction or beauty, but here at South Devon College we offer a wide range of apprenticeships, including higher and degree apprenticeships,” explained Ben Pountney, Operational Manager for...

South West survey will uncover how businesses’ use of technology has changed since the pandemic

In a new survey, small and medium sized businesses are asked how the pandemic has impacted their use of technology.

In addition to revealing the technologies most favoured by SMEs, the data gathered in the ‘Time to Deliver' survey will uncover insights around businesses’ approach to technology, how many have a strategy, and how effective it is in delivering against objectives.

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Foot Anstey welcomes IP, IT and data protection expert to its Partnership

National law firm, Foot Anstey, has announced that IP, IT and data privacy lawyer, Ashley Avery, will be joining as a Partner in its Commercial team. Ashley will be advising clients on complex data privacy and confidentiality issues, brand protection and exploitation and software development and licensing matters.

Ashley joins Foot Anstey from City firm Travers Smith, where she was...

RGB Building Supplies opens in Plymouth

RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce the opening of a Plymouth branch following the acquisition of Perrys Builders Merchants, based on Newham Industrial Estate, Plympton.

The Plymouth branch offers trade and retail customers a wide range of building materials, landscaping goods and decorating supplies.

RGB has operated in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset for over 170...

Vistry Partnerships Plymouth development wins prestigious construction award

Mayflower Leat in Plymouth has been named among a shortlist of sites in England and Wales to win an award for high standards of construction and site management.

Mayflower Leat, being built by Vistry Partnerships, has been awarded The Bricks Site Recognition Award by LABC Warranty, for its standards of workmanship and overall management of the site, including health and safety...

5 ways to directly connect to your customers

With today’s current technology, connecting with customers has never been easier! Establishing a connection between business and customer is as simple as facetime, virtual meetings, or email.

Social media is now one of the easiest and most attractive ways for customers to interact with companies and stay up-to-date with their products while also leaving their comments and concerns...

How to be more eco-friendly when using your business’ printer

With so many businesses going paperless, companies still using printers are probably feeling the pressure to be as environmentally friendly as possible. While paperless operations are viable for some traders, others need printing to market their services and work with clients. Printing isn’t a bad thing, so don’t feel guilty if you’ve carried on when so many people have stopped. But what you...

Robert Peston calls on Devon solicitors to aid charity campaign

ITV journalist Robert Peston is calling on solicitors in Devon to sign up to a charity campaign this November as the pandemic has left hundreds of local people waiting to write a will.

Some 49% of people in the UK do not have a will – and the coronavirus pandemic has seen a surge in demand for help from local solicitors.

The annual Will Aid campaign is helping meet the...

Swindles every business owner needs to guard against

Being in business is hard work. It takes a lot to turn a profit. The last thing you need is to see months of work wiped out when a scammer cons you or a member of your staff steals from you. Increasingly, scammers are targeting businesses. It is something owners need to be aware of and guard against.

Phone call bank scams

Scammers know that if they can gain access to...

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