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5 ways to speed up your computer

Do you know how you can speed up your computer? We all know that a slow computer would mean slow progress. This could then cause a lack of productivity which can heavily affect your business. Rather than spending a fortune on a brand new computer, Stockport based Comms-Byte asks you to consider … [Read more...]

Is your business protected against User Error ?

You may have protected your business against disasters such as fire, flood, vandalism and theft, but how sure are you that you are protected against User error? Can you trust that your employees are vigilant before opening any documents received via email or clicking those links without … [Read more...]

Property – is shared ownership a good option?

Stockport based Fairhurst Estates recently examined the advantages and disadvantages in owning freehold and leasehold property. But where does Shared Ownership fit into the mix?  In their latest review, Fairhurst are looking the options available if you don’t want to go it alone when buying a … [Read more...]

Should you move on from Windows XP?

On 8th April 2014, Microsoft announced on its website - After April 8, 2014, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or technical support for Windows XP. Microsoft released Windows XP in 2001 and this became one of the most widely used operating systems in the world. It garnered … [Read more...]

Government launches Cyber Essentials Scheme

UK government has launched a new cyber security equivalent of the MOT certificate – The Cyber Essentials Scheme - to combat cybercrime.  As technology continually advances cybercrime is becoming more difficult to both deal with, and avoid. Because of this, the UK government has launched a new cyber … [Read more...]

Remote working – 4 reasons it is a good idea

With technological advancements in Cloud computing, organisations have the ability to work from anywhere - remote working. More and more people are moving their businesses to the Cloud, which can hold critical data and applications securely, to avoid the stressful 9am-5pm working habits. There … [Read more...]

Best electric cars of 2016

As the sales of Electric cars are going from strength to strength, DSG Auto contracts have picked the top 10 best electric cars on sale. If you want to cut your running costs, you could go for an ultra-economical petrol and diesel car. But if you really want to drive them to the bone, then an … [Read more...]

Hallidays lead UK by example in gender pay gap

Stockport based Hallidays are setting a great example as the UK lags behind Europe on the workplace gender pay gap.   Recent press commented on the ’Gender pay gap 5% for millennials’. According to Alan Jones from Metro, “The gender pay gap for women in their 20’s has halved to five per cent. … [Read more...]

Sheer genius – Five on Brexit Island

It’s 2017 - Happy New Year for those just back at their desks after Stockport school's extended Christmas holidays. Oh no they weren't! Oh yes they were! Author: Helen White A new year is a chance to look forward, to set goals, to make changes where appropriate, to repeat successes, to resolve … [Read more...]

Your financial future, in your hands

Your financial future is in your hands and right now could be be an ideal time to plan ahead financially for you and your family. There may never be an ideal time to plan for your and your family's financial future so why not act now? Independent Financial Advisor and Partner of Clarke Nicklin … [Read more...]

Is third party management sound business sense?

Does third party management make sound business sense in the property sector? This week Red Rock Facilities management explain why it is the better option. With the seeds of economic recovery still slow to take root, landlords and property owners are heading into another winter with cost … [Read more...]

Generation X procrastinating for retirement

Generation X are procrastinating when it comes to putting money aside for retirement, reports local financial planning expert, Scott Herbert. People with birth dates between 1964 and 1979 are labelled ‘Generation X’ and are suffering from a widespread tendency to procrastinate when it comes to … [Read more...]