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Derby firm recognised again with their latest award nomination

   A leading HR & Employment Law company is being recognised for its innovative approach, after being short-listed for another prestigious award. Precept, based on Mansfield Road, is redefining the industry by committing to challenge traditional legal practices and deliver tailored solutions that truly meet client needs. Their nomination for ‘Disruptor of the Year’ highlights […]

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Firstsource acquires Ascensos

  Firstsource Solutions Limited, a leading global provider of specialist domain-led Business Process Services (BPS) and an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company, has acquired Ascensos, a leading UK-headquartered customer experience outsourcing partner for retail and eCommerce businesses. Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman – RPSG Group and Firstsource, commented, “This acquisition is aligned with the strategic capabilities Firstsource

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Investigo recruits 180 qualified accountants into blue-chip financial institutions to bridge the talent gap

   Investigo, the specialist permanent and interim recruitment firm, has recruited 180 qualified accountants into blue-chip institutions including Sainsbury’s and BT, helping to plug the talent gap across the industry. Within the 180 new recruits, Investigo placed 66 newly qualified accountants to meet industry demand and fill vacancies caused by stunted hiring during Covid. With

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Bristol business awarded £10,000 grant from Hatch and NatWest

  A Bristol based entrepreneur and their business have been awarded £10,000 to support their businesses’ future growth plans and ambitions. Lucy Willoughby (pictured above) and her business Good Things Gifts have been given the grant funding by the entrepreneurship charity Hatch Enterprise in partnership with NatWest. Good Things Gifts is one of 10 businesses

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Digital Poverty Alliance launches Tech4Young Carers in Cambridgeshire

   The Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) has launched the Tech4Young Carers scheme designed to combat digital poverty among young carers in Fenland, South Cambridgeshire and Huntingdonshire, giving them the essential technology, internet connectivity, and digital skills training to bridge the digital divide. The Tech4Young Carers scheme will provide digital access to 100 young carers, aged

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Zoho launches AI-Rich version of Zoho Analytics, democratising self-service BI to any person or business

  Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, has launched a new version of Zoho Analytics – Zoho’s self-service BI and analytics platform. Among more than 100 other enhancements, Zoho Analytics has developed powerful new AI and ML capabilities, enabling diagnostic insights, predictive analysis, and automated report and dashboard generation. Additional advancements to Zoho Analytics

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Fabulosa hits international sales landmark

  Fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand, Fabulosa, has announced it has sold a staggering 15 million units in Europe through its retail partner Action, equating to enough liquid sold to fill 5 Olympic-size swimming pools. Action, the fastest-growing non-food discounter in Europe, stocks a core Fabulosa range in all of its 2600+ stores across 11

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Basware adds to its Board of Directors to accelerate innovation and expand market reach

  Basware, the global leader in accounts payable (AP) automation and invoice processing, has announced the appointment of Donna Wilczek (pictured above) to its Board of Directors. Wilczek, a seasoned technology executive, will provide guidance on product innovation and market strategy to support the evolving needs of global businesses. Wilczek brings extensive experience to Basware,

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UK firms struggle with skills gaps in key areas amid £275M productivity loss

   According to Docusign’s Digital Maturity Report 2024 72% of companies are lacking the necessary talent in key areas like AI, data analytics, and cyber security, up from 69% in 2023. Businesses are increasingly focusing on ‘quiet hiring,’ upskilling their current workforce, and leveraging AI tools such as ChatGPT to address the shortage without expanding

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