The Tech Trailblazers Awards have unveiled the 2023 Tech Trailblazers winners and runners up. A tough competition across 16 categories has finally yielded those who came out top after being vetted by our high-profile judging panel and subjected to a public vote. This year sees a repeat winner, with Noname Security winning the Security Trailblazers category for a second year in a row. The 2023 cohort of winners come from across the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australasia. They will be hoping to repeat the success of many previous winners who have gone on to large funding rounds, floating on the…
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While new research from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has revealed a 35% drop in vacancies between October and November 2023, the trade association has warned recruiters to prepare for a hiring spike following investment in the sector. The data – provided by the world’s largest network of job boards, Broadbean Technology – painted a concerning picture for annual job vacancies which were also down by 59% in November. Despite this decline, applications for pharmaceuticals and life sciences jobs have nose-dived, falling 64% month-on-month in November. With the Chancellor unveiling an investment package to boost the sciences remits…
Navigating the Path to Financial Mastery in Business Welcome to our comprehensive guide on smart financial management – the cornerstone of any successful business. In today’s fast-paced and competitive market, managing your finances effectively is not just a necessity; it’s the backbone of sustainable profitability. This newsletter is dedicated to unraveling the complexities of financial management, offering insights into effective budgeting, cost control, pricing strategies, and long-term financial planning. Whether you’re a startup or an established enterprise, these insights are crucial in steering your business towards enduring financial success. Budgeting Techniques for Better Financial Control Why Budgeting Matters: Budgeting is…
Acumen Media is excited to launch the 2024 edition of their Global Health documentary series, featured on Reuters and Acumen Stories. The launch comes ahead of this year’s Global Health Summit taking place in Geneva, Switzerland and coinciding with World Health Day. Marking the World Health Organization’s 77th World Health Assembly, the films covered in the documentary series reflect the unique and innovative topics covered in the 2024 conference agenda. Acumen Media explores the latest and most cutting-edge developments within the healthcare sector in 6 groundbreaking films documenting the trajectories of 6 pioneering businesses. The 2024 Geneva Health Forum is focused on…
Agenda Revealed for the Premier Data Governance and Master Data Management Conference Europe, 11 – 14 March 2024, in London IRM UK proudly unveils the comprehensive agenda for the highly anticipated Data Governance & Master Data Management Conference Europe, taking place from March 11 to March 14, 2024, in London. This four-day event promises a transformative experience, offering attendees an array of enriching sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Key Highlights of the Conference: Dynamic Agenda: Dive into a meticulously curated agenda featuring five diverse streams, 14 immersive workshops, 47 thought-provoking sessions, and four inspiring plenary keynotes. Craft your unique learning…
Job applications have tumbled in the IT sector, raising concerns over further skills gaps increases, according to new research from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). The data – provided by the world’s largest network of job boards, Broadbean Technology – revealed that the rate of Applications Per Vacancy (APV) have fallen consistently since August 2023, when IT jobs reported an APV of 82.91. By December this had dropped to 59.19. The number of people applyying for contractor IT jobs also fell from 130.01 in September to 96.55 by the end of the year. While vacancies also decreased –…
Companies with high levels of employee satisfaction are associated with stock prices that more accurately reflect the value of the company, according to new research by Durham University Business School. This is due to increased positive employee reviews on the company giving more insight to investors on how the firm is performing, compared to firms with unsatisfied employees who are not likely to leave a review at all. The increase in information about the company through these reviews, informs investors further than if no reviews were left at all, leading to a revision in firms’ stock prices. based on their…
The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Byrne as its new executive chair, effective from 01 February 2024. Mark takes over from former executive chair Mark Pawsey MP, and brings with him a wealth of experience following a 33-year career in the foodservice packaging industry.For the past 14 years, Mark has worked in senior sales roles within global organisations such as Anchor Packaging, Sharpak, RPC, and latterly at Sabert. Having been involved with the FPA for over 22 years, half of that time as vice-chair, Mark has an unrivalled understanding of the association and…
World Leading Helium Explorer Poised To Alleviate Global Shortage Welcome to the forefront of a new commodity rush – helium exploration and development – an industry emerging from a supply shortage that has spanned a decade. Pulsar Helium Inc (Pulsar) is a dedicated explorer and developer of helium, which is essential for the technology of today and in the future. Pulsar has two projects, the Topaz project in the USA and the Tunu project in Greenland. Topaz (being the most advanced), is located in Minnesota, USA where Pulsar is the first mover for helium exploration. Topaz has been drilled with…
Excel Networking – the copper and optical fibre infrastructure provider offers an extensive range of products designed and manufactured specifically for the FTTx market. The latest products in the range are the new Encasa Pivot Panels that are designed to provide easy access and a quality solution. Neil Payne, Excel Fibre Product Manager commented ‘We’ve listened to feedback from our customers to develop a range of feature rich panels that will be available in a 1U, 2U, 3U and 4U configurations and can be easily mounted into a 19″, 21″ or 23″ profile within a cabinet or street furniture, with the option of…