Data Backup Compliance
Andy MacLellan, Head of Cloud, Onyx Group How long does your data need to be backed up for? It’s a question most businesses take for granted, working on the assumption their…
NOF form strategic partnership with Jacobs Engineering
NOF Energy have formed a strategic partnership with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc, once of the worlds most diverse providers of professional technical services.The business development organisation for oil, gas, nuclear…
2,800 jobs lost at Clinton Cards
Clintons Cards are set to close 350 stores in the UK, leading to the loss of 2,800 jobs.This closure will include all of its Birthdays stores, while 434 stores will…
Manufacturing sector shows signs of resilience
The North East manufacturing sector is showing signs of resilience, despite the double-dip recession.Before the economy returned to negative growth, many manufacturers had taken active steps to preserve cash, manage…
More QE is possible say economists
It is still possible that the Bank of England will inject further stimulus into the UK economy, according to Reuters.In response to escalating problems in the Eurozone, the Bank is…
Top SMEs boost UK economy
5% of the UK SME population account for two thirds of private sector employment, indicating that high growth SMEs are playing a vital part in the UK economy.The Santander Breakthrough…
Public Sector set for financial challenges
The Public Sector is set to face serious financial challenges over the next year, according to business advisory firm Deloitte.In the State of the State 2012 survey, Deloitte found that…
North East transport links must be improved
North East transport links must be improved if more businesses in the region are to begin exporting, according to the North East Chamber of Commerce. (NECC).A survey of the organisation’s…
Businesses waste £30m on unnecessary safety tests
Businesses are wasting an estimated £30 million on unnecessary safety tests each year due to misleading advice and advertising.Low-risk businesses including offices, shops and hotels have been found to be…
Championing Regional Growth
The Regional Growth Fund (RGF) is the Government’s investment programme designed to drive business growth .Tyne and Wear Development Company has been championing the region’s case by helping several companies…