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Are Ageing Systems Holding Your Business Back?
Outdated IT systems can quietly create big challenges for businesses — from slowing productivity and increasing costs to exposing organisations to greater cyber risk. As technology evolves, keeping systems fit for purpose is no longer optional; it’s essential. As a...
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Are Ageing Systems Holding Your Business Back?
Outdated IT systems can quietly create big challenges for businesses — from slowing productivity and increasing costs to exposing organisations to greater cyber risk. As technology evolves, keeping systems fit for purpose is no longer optional; it’s essential. As a...
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Beyond the Classroom: Lifelong Learning for Growth and Success
In school, most of us were taught how to pass exams and prepare for careers but rarely how to navigate life beyond the classroom. Over time, we’ve learned that success in business and fulfillment in life require more than formal knowledge; they demand adaptability,...
The Artrix: Bromsgrove’s Theatre Gem Reborn
Before the pandemic, The Artrix was celebrated as the premier theatre destination in Bromsgrove, but when Covid struck, the venue transformed into a vaccination centre, serving the community in a vital new way. After this, The Artrix remained closed, reopening briefly...
Patron & Strategic News
New Interactive Displays in Place at Worcester’s Infirmary Museum
New interactive displays have been installed at the Infirmary Museum, bringing the story of Worcester’s old hospital to life. The three new hands-on pieces of equipment have been installed at the University of Worcester-run Museum, designed to enhance the visitor...
International Recognition for University Business School
The University of Worcester’s Business School is one of only a handful globally to be recognised this year by the United Nations (UN) for excellence in reporting its sustainability practices and achievements. Worcester is one of only five business and management...
Chamber News
Business Rates Review delayed until Autumn
The final report of the government’s fundamental review of business rates will now be published in the Autumn, when there is more economic certainty. Due to the ongoing and wide-ranging impacts of the pandemic and economic uncertainty, the government said the review’s...
New Herefordshire defence & security sector opportunities
Security and defence businesses in Herefordshire can sign up today for a special webinar to help them develop new markets in Central Europe.
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#TeamEcrubox get on their bike for Down’s Syndrome Association
Every year, Ecrubox Digital choose a charity to support with their fundraising activities and this year, the Down’s Syndrome Association was picked. A charity close to their hearts, the Down’s Syndrome Association work tirelessly to improve the quality of the lives of...
Nursery Sponsored Swim Exceeds £1,000 for KEMP for Kids
Kidderminster’s Little Trinity Nursery’s sponsored swim involving children from as young as two-years of age has raised an amazing £1,010 for KEMP for Kids. Little Trinity Nursery manager, Gaynor Carter, said: “Wow we simply can’t get over the generosity of our...
GREAT UAE Trade Mission – Applications now open
The GREAT campaign, Ministry of Justice and Department for International Trade are delighted to lead a legal services sector trade mission to the UAE & Expo 2020 Dubai in November 2021. Applications are now open for members of the UK legal services sector who...
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GREAT UAE Trade Mission – Applications now open
The GREAT campaign, Ministry of Justice and Department for International Trade are delighted to lead a legal services sector trade mission to the UAE & Expo 2020 Dubai in November 2021. Applications are now open for members of the UK legal services sector who...
Worcestershire News
Help to Grow your business – Digital
Take your business to the next level with the government’s new Help to Grow programme. The programme will help small and medium sized businesses across the UK learn new skills, reach new customers and boost profits.
Chamber Patron LOCALiQ champions local business
One Worcestershire has supported our Love Local Business campaign, which encourages our readers to back traders by spending their money locally. Run by the Worcester News, Malvern Gazette and Evesham Journal, in partnership with Worcestershire County Council,...
Herefordshire News
Hub for advice on Sustainable Living opens at Queenswood Country Park
A new centre, named the Sustainable Future Centre, opened at Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum on 13th March 2020. 30 people attended the evening opening event including Ellie Chowns, Herefordshire Council Cabinet Member for Environment, Economy and Skills, other...
NMITE’s PPE production in partnership with Herefordshire Council fulfilled local need and designs now set to help Brazil’s Covid-19 response
Herefordshire Council continues to work closely with care homes and providers to provide high volumes of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to help keep residents safe and to protect staff. It has also been working with local businesses to identify new and emerging...
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Bank Seeks Further Evidence Before Rate Cut
Reacting to the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s decision was widely expected, and it’s clear the Bank of England is taking a cautious approach before making a...
Herefordshire’s NMITE University Project Announces New £3.5 Million Gift by the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust
Herefordshire’s pioneering new university project, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has announced a further major charitable donation as it continues its growth. The Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust has agreed to make a grant of £3.5...
FBC Manby Bowdler Trials Artificial Intelligence in Pioneering Research Project
A leading Midlands law firm is trialing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pioneering nationwide research project to assess how it might shape the future of the legal sector. FBC Manby Bowdler is one of just eight firms across the country exploring...
Chamber Member Wins Special Recognition at National Awards Ceremony
Naomi Wachner, founder of Calibre Executives (previously Calibre Virtual Assistant Services), and member of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, was named One to Watch at the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2024, held at Coombes Abbey Hotel, on 10th...
Leadership Consultants Partner with Local Firm for Podcast
Earlier this year Strategus Consulting, the leadership consultants who provide business strategy & planning, coaching and mentoring through their Worcestershire and Southeast Hubs, launched The Leaders In Strategy Podcast, hosted by Mike Harris. Due to its...
Leaders in Strategy Episode 3: What influences a Strategy?
Welcome to the third episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where Mike Harris tackles the fundamental question – ‘What Influences A Strategy?’ Join him as he dives into the key factors that will shape your strategy which will be built upon in future blogs....
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