Employers are still struggling with remote recruitment and onboarding processes three years after they were forced to adopt them, highlighting why office returns are so important. That’s according to global workplace design experts, Unispace. In its study, Returning for Good, the firm found that 89% of employers felt more confident onboarding new staff in person, while 84% said they believed training was more effective on a face-to-face basis. Respondent organisations indicated it was more difficult to replicate training and onboarding processes as well as convey company culture and working styles virtually, and that new hires can miss out on valuable interactions…
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Jonathan Guy Managing Director of digital marketing agency, Aqueous Digital, has written a handy guide to SEO, and businesses literally can’t afford to ignore it. ANYBODY that has a website for their business wants to make it easy for potential customers to find them online – Jonathan Guy tells them how. His debut book, ‘Search Never Sleeps’, is an essential guide to why search engine optimisation (SEO) should be a fundamental part of every enterprise’s marketing activity. He spent two years working on it, prompted by writing a blog post that was too long to edit. “This book is for…
Even in today’s technologically advanced world, there are many issues and concerns that need addressing within the healthcare industry. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed a large number of vulnerabilities in healthcare systems worldwide, reinforcing their significance, along with the importance of technological progress and global collaboration. Recognised international video publisher, TBD Media Group, is thrilled to introduce its revolutionary Global Health campaign, which aims to highlight the progression and advancements that are taking place within healthcare systems worldwide. By supporting the international business community through impactful storytelling, TBD Media has acknowledged the need for innovative and forward thinking solutions, in order…
JDR Branding, a leading promotional products supplier, is thrilled to announce its new sustainability offerings with several key partner suppliers offering Cyclo® products, who are a pioneer in environmentally conscious fibre technology. This partnership aims to make it easier for our clients to revolutionise how and why they use sustainable promotional products. One of the key highlights of these products is the integration of Aware™ tracers into the various product lines. These tracers utilize cutting-edge tracer technology, allowing customers to track the journey of the product, ensuring complete transparency in its sustainable production process. By scanning the QR code on…
The total Direct Debit failure rate in August 2023 has increased by 14% when compared with August 2022. The brand new data has come from Pay.UK and Vocalink, which are part of a new monthly real-time indicator tracking Direct Debit average transaction and failure rate. The news comes as the UK economy shrinks more than expected in July, contracting by 0.5%. Consumer behaviour indicators are generally showing decreased activity in the latest week. For example, Revolut debit card spending fell by 11 percentage points when compared with the previous week, with a notable 21 percentage point call in ‘Automotive fuel’…
London, a city renowned for its vibrant creative scene, offers a diverse selection of unique and captivating spaces that will ignite your imagination and elevate any creative project. From avant-garde digital playgrounds to exquisitely designed residences, the options are endless. Tutti, the leading platform for booking creative spaces, has curated a handpicked list of the hottest venues available in London that will help bring your creative vision to life. Whether you’re a photographer, videographer or performing artist, these venues offer flexible booking options and are conveniently located, so you can easily secure the perfect space to bring your creative vision to…
Councils confirm deal that will see the installation of more than 500 charge points in each borough Richmond and Wandsworth Councils have announced that they have appointed ubitricity, the leading charge point operator in the UK with a network of more than 7,000 public charge points, to roll out a network of 1,050 public electric vehicle (EV) charge points. 525 charge points will be deployed in each borough. ubitricity, a wholly owned Shell subsidiary, is the leading charge point operator in the UK with a network of more than 7,000 public charge points. Under the terms of the deal, ubitricity,…
LoveJunk, a junk removal marketplace, is on a mission to stamp out fly-tipping, save people money, and reduce the amount of waste unnecessarily ending up in landfill. Over a million fly-tipping incidents were recorded by DEFRA in 2022 (1). London leads the way with over a third of all incidents – equivalent to 46 fly-tips for every 1000 people. North East and North West England take second and third place with 27 and 17 incidents per 1000 people respectively. By law, you are personally responsible for your rubbish, even if you pay someone else to take it away. If you…
In today’s ever-evolving world, sustainability has become a paramount concern across all sectors. Businesses worldwide are recognising the critical importance of adopting sustainable practices and contributing to global well-being. TBD Media Group presents the finale of the VISION 2045 campaign. This initiative is dedicated to catalysing positive change by aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fostering a brighter future for all. The Vision 2045 campaign, hosted on Reuters, will feature a dynamic array of films and articles that delve into diverse aspects of sustainability, showcasing inspiring stories of businesses that are leading the charge towards a…
It’s no secret that high streets around the UK are still struggling. Latest figures from the British Retail Consortium reported 1 in 10 shops are now empty, with vacancies reaching “critical levels” in all location types. But in one London neighbourhood, an innovative new project is helping to turn things around. Over the past year, WeAreWaterloo Business Improvement District (BID) has pro-actively addressed one of the issues associated with high street decline. With the financial impact of the pandemic preventing many small businesses from spending money on their buildings, WeAreWaterloo has invested over £30,000 into the renovation of 10 shopfronts…