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PSP companies shortlisted or prestigious business awards

Top business accolades potentially await four prestigious Plymouth Science Park based companies which have been shortlisted for the annual Plymouth Business Awards, being held at the Plymouth Pavilions on Friday, 17 May.

Scores of companies were nominated for the accolades which are eagerly awaited by the corporate world as they cover more than 15 categories.

Moortec and Sponge...

Torrington Post Office opens at nearby store

Torrington Post Office moved to Gilletts SPAR, 13 High Street, Torrington, EX38 8HN yesterday (Tuesday 30) with extended opening hours.

It is a new-style local branch with Post Office service provided from two open-plan counters alongside the retail counter of the convenience store.

The new opening hours are Monday - Sunday: 8am – 8pm.

This means that the branch is open...

Designing Interiors for a Modern Office: A Few Things to Keep in Mind

How does the modern office differ from the classic office? Well, there would be the change in décor style that has taken place over the decades and the added electronics, which is pretty much it really. Since we are talking about a place of work and productivity, the aesthetics must blend in seamlessly with functionality here. In case you are renting or buying an office space, or planning to...

How to be a better manager and boss

Being in a management position is never easy because there’s typically a lot you’re in charge of on any given day, including both people and tasks. Being a good manager and boss comes with its rewards, and it’s likely you’ll be able to work your way up in the company if you succeed in your role.

The following ideas are going to help you become a better manager and boss so you can...

Here’s what you need to know about starting a construction company

If you’ve spent several years working your way up from apprentice to a full-time contractor, you may be considering the option of starting your very own building business. It can be incredibly rewarding if you have the entrepreneurial skills to match your building knowledge. The fantasy, however, can be very different from the reality of running a business from the admin side of things. If you...

Four Plymouth building projects shortlisted in the 2019 Michelmores Property Awards

Four of Plymouth's recent property projects have been shortlisted in the 2019 Michelmores Property Awards. The annual awards celebrate exceptional property and construction projects located in Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Bristol and Cornwall, across ten categories.

Oceansgate Phase1 in Plymouth, has been shortlisted in the Project of the Year (over £5m) category. Balfour Beatty and...

How Can Local Businesses in Plymouth Market Themselves?

One of the most important components of a successful local business is its marketing strategy. Marketing is very important for any business, but local businesses that cater to local people need to put even more care and thought into their marketing than most. Businesses that operate online and who serve a global or national audience have a much larger potential market than local businesses....

Onecom secures £30m funding from HSBC UK in support of ambitious growth strategy

Onecom, the UK’s leading independent business communications provider, has secured a £30m finance package from HSBC UK in support of its ambitious growth plans.

The five-year funding deal will enable Onecom to invest heavily in customer experience, systems and teams, in line with its strategy of achieving significant growth in that time frame.

Initial projects include upgrades...

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‘Groundbreaking’ Plymouth crowdfunding initiative wins top prize at RTPI Awards

A pioneering Plymouth community infrastructure initiative which has embraced crowdfunding technology has won top prize at the prestigious Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence.

Plymouth City Council’s ‘City Change Fund’ project was awarded the Silver Jubilee Cup at the event, which is the most established and respected awards ceremony in the UK planning...

The impact of store lighting - tips

Lighting is part of a store’s design that is often given less consideration than it is due. Before considering the potential impact that light design may have on custom, there are financial reasons why it should be at the forefront of your mind. Your shop lighting will almost certainly account for a large portion of your energy costs. In addition, the space seen and used within your store will...

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