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Half of SMEs Using AI -With Limited Headcount Impact So Far
More than half of UK firms (54%) are now actively using AI, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with Atos, showing a major jump in tech adoption. Previous BCC research found that 35% of firms were using AI in 2025, up...
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Half of SMEs Using AI -With Limited Headcount Impact So Far
More than half of UK firms (54%) are now actively using AI, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with Atos, showing a major jump in tech adoption. Previous BCC research found that 35% of firms were using AI in 2025, up...
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6 Factors To Consider When Choosing A Computer Monitor for Your Business
Are you thinking about how to choose a computer monitor for your business? If we were to ask you what factors would go into making that decision, your response might be “I dunno”, or “Whatever’s cheapest, I guess”. After all, it’s...
Why Choose Managed IT Services?
To be a small business owner is to be a true autodidact. Nothing excites entrepreneurs more than rolling up their sleeves, learning new skills, and engaging in creative problem-solving. While this can-do attitude can serve them very well in business, there are times...
Patron & Strategic News
OLPRO Shortlisted for a West Midlands Business of the Year Sustainability Award.
Worcester-based outdoor leisure brand OLPRO has been shortlisted for a West Midlands Business of the Year sustainability award. The news comes shortly after OLPRO were awarded E-commerce Business of the Year at the Scale-up Awards, as well as winning The Best Small...
REHAU Scores Hat-trick at National Fenestration Awards 2023
On Saturday 28 October, REHAU was crowned Systems Company of the Year at the National Fenestration Awards, as well as scooping Best Use of Video for partnership film with Uxbridge-based fabricator, Visio, while Area Sales Manager, Hannah Smith also walked away with...
Chamber News
PM announces all non-essential shops to open from 15 June
All non-essential retailers will be able to reopen in England from 15 June, Boris Johnson has announced, as part of plans to further ease the lockdown.
However, the move is “contingent on progress in the fight against coronavirus”, and retailers will have to adhere to new guidelines to protect shoppers and workers, the PM added.
Outdoor markets and car showrooms will be able to reopen from 1 June.
Webinar: How employers can support the Mental Wellbeing of their staff
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/YIYJZzobJRM Join the team at Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust who will provide helpful hints and tips on ensuring your staff are supported throughout this period....
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No more Transition at the UK Border
The UK left the European Union on 31st January 2020, and the transition period comes to an end in December this year. It is vital that businesses take action now to get ready for a new border operating environment from 1st January 2021.
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No more Transition at the UK Border
The UK left the European Union on 31st January 2020, and the transition period comes to an end in December this year. It is vital that businesses take action now to get ready for a new border operating environment from 1st January 2021.
Worcestershire News
OLPRO sees record sales as the UK gets ready for camping staycations
Chamber Member OLPRO, one of the UK’s leading retailer in tents and camping equipment, has seen a 39% increase in orders as holiday-goers get ready for campsites to open on 4th July.
Worcestershire businesses encouraged to pledge their support to local community projects
Businesses across Malvern Hills and Wychavon now have the opportunity to pledge their support to community projects in a new and easy way.
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ELY Spooktacular Charity Ball
Get ready for a Halloween spectacular…with our 2023 SPOOKTACULAR Charity Ball! Held at the utterly gorgeous Brinsop Court on Friday 27th October, our Charity Ball is sure to be frightfully fantastic! Join us for a spookily elegant evening. More details to be released...
Japanese Professor’s Year in Worcester Learning about British Law
An academic from Japan has spent a year at the University of Worcester learning about British law. Professor Ning Han is the second member of staff from Toin University in Yokohama to take part in an exchange programme between the two universities. She spent a year...
How Do the Sustainable Development Goals Link to my Business?
Innovation and creativity within your industry is required to make a difference to the way businesses operate in the future. Working collaboratively with other business owners is a major step in all of us doing better for entrepreneurs of the future. Within your...
University of Worcester to Host Careers Fair
Following the success of last year’s event, the Worcester Business School is holding another Careers Fair at our City Campus between 11am and 2pm on Thursday 19th October 2023 and we would love you to join us! This fair will have a focus on 12-month placements,...
Herefordshire Skills Show Returns to Hereford Racecourse on Wednesday 4th October 2023
As the first event of its kind in Herefordshire the show far exceeded expectations in 2019 with over 45 exhibitors and 600 visitors! Including a quiet hour (from 10-11am) for which we received very positive feedback from young people and the National Autistic Society...
Love it or List it
Lee and Mair Whittington are bringing their experience in buying and selling houses to anyone thinking of facing the challenges of making a move. When you’ve moved house over twenty times, you’re going to know a thing or two about the property market. Going through...
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