Addressing productivity in your SME before turning to overtime
Overtime can be a good solution to an acute business problem, often being less expensive than hiring additional staff. It can add an extra layer of flexibility to your workforce which enables you to meet tight deadlines for customers or get through busy periods. But is it always the right answer?
Measuring the dew point for nitrogen and oxygen in gas generators
For many companies, there are considerable advantages to using industrial gas generators, rather than traditional bottled or tanker supply to on-site silos. However, the benefits only accrue if the gas generator is operating at optimum levels of efficiency and reliability.
Carbon Orange - Now we are six
Carbon Orange writes: It's been a while since our last update, but now seems like a good time to pop back so you can celebrate our 6th birthday with us!
Harlow businesswoman smashes targets thanks to support from pioneering business growth service
A Harlow businesswoman is going from strength to strength thanks to funding and mentoring from one of the country’s largest economic development initiatives of its kind, Growth Works
Computers for care leavers in Cambridge
For young people about to leave the social care system in Cambridgeshire, it’s a time of major transition and uncertainty.
Rare Cambridge artwork to go on sale after elusive artists spotted fleeing Grand Arcade
Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip star, Charles Hanson will be conducting the Grand Arcade’s first ever charity auction later this month.
Brew Monday
This Brew Monday, the Samaritans charity is reminding everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. It’s a simple but great way for people to stay connected and help avoid feelings of loneliness and isolation. Reaching out to someone you believe
TTP spin-out LEX Diagnostics appoints Ed Farrell as Chief Executive Officer
Cambridgeshire UK - LEX Diagnostics (LEX) announces the appointment of Ed Farrell as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Deeptech company, Xampla, listed in Global Cleantech 100 2023
Experts in drop-in, high performance replacements for single-use plastic, Xampla, has been named one of the world’s most promising global cleantech companies in the annual ranking.
Cambridge leads the way in Pharma, Tech and potentially Green Logistics
Although the past achievements of pharma tech companies in Cambridge are impressive, the most intriguing aspect is the future potential of the sector and how it could help lead the Green Logistical Revolution.
Growth Works supports Cambridge business to make wonder material
A Cambridge company which makes “wonder material” used in cars and medical diagnostics is encouraging other businesses to seek Growth Works support after Growth Works helped them secure a £150,000 grant to scale their business.
Lighting up homes in Cambridge ...naturally
Choose your glazing wisely
Winter emergency accommodation project - looking for a permanent home
It Takes A City are looking for a permanent base for our winter emergency accommodation project. Can you help?
Helping you to help others
ITAC produce new leaflet with key information.
8 Steps to Successful Planning and Goal-Setting for 2023
What are your goals for 2023? Do you have a written plan to help you achieve your goals?
Laptops 4 Learning & Cambridge Refugee Resettlement Campaign - update
An update to the work Laptops 4 Learning and CRRC have achieved, working in partnership.
Happy New Year from all at Sentec
As we say hello to the new year, this is a great opportunity to reflect on 2022. Here's a brief list of some of our highlights from 2022:
Veganuary
Veganuary is a great opportunity to unleash your creativity in the kitchen and explore unknown flavours. With so many incredible plant-based dishes out there, you can get excited about cooking again!
Tackling digital poverty throughout 2022
A year in review, looking at the work completed over the course of the year.
Pre-register for free health and wellbeing activities during January’s Healthy You Festival
HEALTHY YOU – a free service for residents looking to make healthy lifestyle changes – is running a completely free, online, month-long health and wellbeing festival from 1 to 31 January, and is encouraging Cambridgeshire residents to register now to receive the latest updates in the run up to the festival.
Coming together in new ways to tackle inequality
New report into the role that social impact investment can play in Cambridge.
Expansion continues for Biocair as firm reports substantial growth
The pharmaceutical, biotech and life sciences logistics expert, Biocair is marking another year of significant growth as it reports a 30% increase in sales volume year on year. Whilst also more than doubling its headcount to over 560 staff globally during the last two years.
It Takes a City's Crossways achieves Dogs Trust accreditation
Crossways, It Takes a City's winter emergency accommodation project, has achieved Dogs Trust accreditation.
Wellbeing campaigns to kick-start the new year
The new year is going to be exciting! Get inspired to support your employees' health and wellbeing with the upcoming national campaigns!