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Businesses need to take real action to create a more sustainable workplace

Workplace Insight

For example, in 2022 a high street bank had its advertising campaign pulled for promoting its tree-planting scheme and net-zero plan without acknowledging that it is financing fossil fuel projects. One thing that has always been a main concern for companies is cost. Changes don’t have to be massive to have an impact.

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All we are saying is give lease a chance

Workplace Insight

We started by sitting and chatting with Nicki Matthews, Director at Plus Finance , who is not new to the concept of furniture leasing. We had even built into the monthly cost the cost of picking the product up and refurbishing it. They realise that it will cost and they will have to commit to doing something with that furniture.

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What does it take to be a successful office manager?

Page Personnel

They coordinate schedules, handle employee issues, negotiate with suppliers and work hard to ensure everyone gets along within the company culture. Those in an office manager role need to know how to manage processes, procedures, documentation, project management and communications. Low-cost training courses are available online.

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To boost productivity in the UK, we need to think big and different

Workplace Insight

The direct cost of avoidable error in the construction industry, for example, is around 5 percent of project value according to international studies highlighted by construction industry experts GIRI (Get It Right Initiative). ’ Similarly in the oil and gas sector, it’s circa 15 percent of project value.

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WinWeb's Free Online Accounting Software Now With Cost Centre.

The Small Business Blog

Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. Planned Maintenance – Upgrade to WinWeb.com The Cost of Borrowing Small Office Tips Finding The Best Employees For Your Small Business Do You Need Encouraging To ‘Go Green’? WinWeb’s Free Online Accounting Software Now With Cost Centre Functionality.

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Reducing Overheads Can Save A Business | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. Planned Maintenance – Upgrade to WinWeb.com The Cost of Borrowing Small Office Tips Finding The Best Employees For Your Small Business Do You Need Encouraging To ‘Go Green’? What is Small Business Infrastructure? How to be successful by focusing on your core business.

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Small Business World News Round-up - 2009/11/03

The Small Business Blog

Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. Planned Maintenance – Upgrade to WinWeb.com The Cost of Borrowing Small Office Tips Finding The Best Employees For Your Small Business Do You Need Encouraging To ‘Go Green’? Starting a Small Business? How to be successful and eco-friendly. What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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