MyLonghurst App Goes Live!
Longhurst
14th January 2021
All clients of Longhurst who subscribe to our Annual Forward Planning service benefit from a complementary wealth management portal called MyLonghurst.
Our MyLonghurst service enables you to see your enti…
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Can I make my staff have the COVID vaccine?
Woodfines Solicitors
13th January 2021
With businesses forced to close numerous times over the past year, it’s unsurprising that employers are desperate to get back to normality. The government (and indeed, the whole British population) has st…
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Covid-19 Lockdown: How will this affect the equestrian sector?
Howes Percival LLP
7th January 2021
The latest lockdown sees the UK placed under the most restrictive measures which, sadly, will affect a great proportion of the equestrian community. Here is what you need to know about the latest regulations an…
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Cyber Health Check
Hexegic
6th January 2021
Get into shape for 2021 with a Cyber Health Check.
As we start a new year there’s always much talk of healthy resolutions, fitness regimes and getting back into shape. This year in particular, we all hop…
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Key Tech Adoption Trends for 2021
Whitecap Consulting
6th January 2021
Technology and Innovation is one of Whitecap's areas of specialist expertise. In this blog, we share our thoughts on the key tech trends business leaders should be considering for 2021 and beyond.
Key te…
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Register now for a Social Responsibility Accreditation and start your CSR journey in 2021
CSR Accreditation
5th January 2021
CSR Accreditation would like to announce that the next CSR Accreditation Application deadline is Feb 28.
It is now more important than ever to show that we are doing everything we can to improve the world for …
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#100 Chris Broome – Longhurst
Inside Silverstone Podcast
23rd December 2020
Welcome to a landmark moment in the history of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
It's our 100th episode your host, Chris Broome, is interviewed by a panel of 20 previous podcast guests.
Listen as Chris t…
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A Glimpse of the Future at first Wearable Technology Special Interest Group Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
22nd December 2020
On December 17th the STC’s first Wearable Technology Special Interest Group event was held, showcasing current and future technology in this exciting and rapidly growing technological arena.
Tristan Alle…
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#99 #CovidCatchUp – Henry Oxley aka Kaidoz – Fortnite & YouTube Influencer
Inside Silverstone Podcast
21st December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #99 your host, Chris Broome interviews Henry Oxley aka Kaidoz - Fortnite & YouTube influencer.
Listen as Henr…
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Employment law 2021: What to expect
Howes Percival LLP
21st December 2020
2020 has been an extremely busy year for employment law, with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic placing both employers and employees in uncharted territory. This year saw many employers needing to get to grip…
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#98 #CovidCatchUp – Cristiana Pace – Enovation Consulting
Inside Silverstone Podcast
18th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #98 your host, Chris Broome interviews Dr Cristiana Pace of Enovation Consulting.
Listen as Cristiana walks us th…
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#97 #CovidCatchUp – Sally Reynolds – The Silverstone Experience
Inside Silverstone Podcast
17th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #97 your host, Chris Broome interviews Sally Reynolds, CEO of The Silverstone Experience & Silverstone Heritag…
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Fire safety changes in the development and housing sectors – 2021 and beyond
Howes Percival LLP
17th December 2020
It is often the case around Christmas time that we become a little Dickensian. Reflecting on the past 12 months, enjoying the present and looking forward with optimism for what the New Year will bring. For most…
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Continuation of support for 80% of furloughed wages until April 2021
Howes Percival LLP
17th December 2020
Today, the Chancellor announced that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“CJRS”) will remain open until 30 April 2021.
Previously the CJRS was only due to remain open until 31 March 2021. The CJR…
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2021 – The Year for Recovery, the Year for Construction
Howes Percival LLP
16th December 2020
In early March 2020, nobody could have anticipated the impact the COVID pandemic would have on the UK economy and Britain as a whole. No business or individual can fail to have been affected in some manner.
Th…
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#96 #CovidCatchUp – Alan Wilson & Niki Tibble – MoreTrees
Inside Silverstone Podcast
15th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #96 your host, Chris Broome interviews Alan Wilson & Niki Tibble of MoreTrees.
Listen as Aland and Niki intro…
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#95 #CovidCatchUp – Gerson Garsed-Brand – Sabe Technology
Inside Silverstone Podcast
11th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #95 your host, Chris Broome interviews Gerson Garsed-Brand of Sabe Technology.
Listen as Gerson introduces his co…
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#94 #CovidCatchUp – Jenner Collins – Collins Limited
Inside Silverstone Podcast
10th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #94 your host, Chris Broome interviews Jenner Collins of Collins Limited.
Listen as Jenner introduces us to the world…
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Looking ahead at a Post-Covid world at successful DSM SIG event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th December 2020
On December 8th, 2020 the Silverstone Technology Cluster hosted an online event organised by the Design, Simulation and Metrology Special Interest Group.
The event, titled ‘Post-Pandemic: the Route Ahead…
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High praise for STC’s 2020 Conference and tech/business growth activity
Silverstone Technology Cluster
9th December 2020
Andrea Leadsom MP and Charlotte Horobin were among the senior figures from politics and industry to heap praise on the Silverstone Technology Cluster during and after its 2020 Annual Conference.
The event, in …
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#93 #CovidCatchUp – Damian Sodel – NN1 Personnel
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #93 your host, Chris Broome interviews Damian Sodel of NN1 Personnel.
Listen as Damian introduces to …
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Battery tech specialist Delta Motorsport further expands with new premises at Silverstone Park
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th December 2020
Delta Motorsport, a leading UK name in the design and build of high-powered battery systems, and long standing member of the Silverstone Park community, has increased its presence by more than 20% after taking …
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#92 #CovidCatchUp – Ben Peters – Roadwise
Inside Silverstone Podcast
3rd December 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #92 your host, Chris Broome interviews Ben Peters of Roadwise.
Listen as Ben introduces us to the world of advanc…
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Introducing ‘Enterprise™’ – our new workplace service
Longhurst
3rd December 2020
The team at Longhurst are delighted to reveal our latest service offering – Enterprise™.
Enterprise™ combines board-level financial advice with a confidential financial well-being relationship for your …
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Inquest and care providers: The case for legal representation
Howes Percival LLP
2nd December 2020
Regulatory expert, Alan Millband discusses a recent Supreme Court decision, which has lowered the standard of proof for an 'unlawful killing' conclusion in coroners’ courts, and its impact on those provid…
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3 options for gifting money to children this Christmas
Longhurst
1st December 2020
If you’ve yet to finish your Christmas shopping and simply don’t know what to buy for a child, a financial gift can last far longer than the latest fad. It might not be as exciting as unwrapping a t…
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#91 #CovidCatchUp – Sam Hudson – BAMD
Inside Silverstone Podcast
1st December 2020
In episode #91 your host, Chris Broome interviews Sam Hudson of BAMD.
Listen as Sam introduces us the long-standing heritage of BAMD; from classic cars and endurance racing; to composites, design, and what it&…
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ACAS early conciliation to be a standard 6 week period
Howes Percival LLP
1st December 2020
From today, 1 December 2020, the Acas Early Conciliation process is changing. The standard period for Acas Early Conciliation will become 6 weeks in all cases. Previously, parties had an initial 4 weeks which c…
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How does Brexit affect your IP rights?
UDL Intellectual Property
30th November 2020
By Jonathan Morris, Senior Patent Attorney
The UK’s exit from the European Union has implications for UK companies that own EU-wide intellectual property rights. The headline is that, from 1 January 2021…
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Find Out How Octelas Business Reporting Software Can Work For You
Illuminis Insight Software
30th November 2020
Free webinar!
Join our FREE Webinar on 10th December 2020 at 11am for 1 hour.
See how Octelas Business Reporting software will save you time, vastly improve accuracy and give you secure information linkin…
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#90 #CovidCatchUp – Hannah Brady – The Brady Creative
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th November 2020
In episode #90 your host, Chris Broome interviews Hannah Brady from The Brady Creative.
Listen as Hannah delves into our all things social media management, content creation, the evolution of LinkedIn, video p…
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A tree for Christmas – Take our quick and easy survey and you could have 20 trees planted in your name
CSR Accreditation
27th November 2020
Bucks based business CSR Accreditation have made a pledge to plant 6o trees in recognition of organisations who start their CSR Journey with them.
By taking an assessment survey, 3 organisations will be picked…
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Workshop: The Sweetspot by Petra Coach Europe
EMW
26th November 2020
Book your place at the Sweetspot Workshop: 'How to spend more time doing what you love, are great at and adds most value' on Thursday 10 December at 9am, from Petra Coach Europe.
Great business …
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Silverstone Technology Cluster to become a national 'Trailblazer' project for Be The Business
Silverstone Technology Cluster
26th November 2020
The government backed, business advice network, Be The Business, has selected the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) as a national ‘Trailblazer’ project.
STC Chair Roz Bird commented: “We h…
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#89 #CovidCatchUp – Jahee Campbell-Brennan – Wavey Dynamics
Inside Silverstone Podcast
24th November 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #89 your host, Chris Broome interviews #89 Jahee Campbell-Brennan of Wavey Dynamics
Listen as Jahee talks u…
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Top tips for operators considering changing the use of their licensed premises
Howes Percival LLP
24th November 2020
As the restrictions imposed on everyday life in response to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to evolve, licensing and planning law specialist Jamie Childs examines what operators of …
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Become a Social Responsibility enabler for your organisation
CSR Accreditation
23rd November 2020
Become a Social Responsibility enabler for your organisation
CSR Accreditation are delighted to announce the next CSR Training Course online. Six one hour modules over six weeks.Jan 14th - Feb 18th at 11am.
B…
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Doing good is good business – Good for the planet, Good for people , Good for profit WORKSHOP
CSR Accreditation
23rd November 2020
CSR Accreditation are proud to be supporting The Clare Foundation by delivering our 'Doing good is good business' workshop on 7 December at 1pm.
Book your FREE space now: https:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c…
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Hexegic – Ransomware: How to be on your guard
Hexegic
20th November 2020
What sensible preparations can you make to counter ransomware?
Ransomware is a form of malware which encrypts files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Cy…
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STC membership now past 120 mark
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th November 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster’s membership numbers have continued to rise into Q4 of 2020, surpassing the 120-mark for the first time.
Entering the final week of October, membership stood at 121 &nd…
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Wiring harnesses, electronic circuitry & vehicle dynamics amongst latest members’ specialities
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th November 2020
As the STC membership breaks the 120 barrier, we take a glance at three of the latest advanced engineering businesses to register with the network – Pro-Spec Wiring Solutions, DTronix and Wavey Dynamics.
…
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Charpak joins household names Unilever & Veolia in cutting edge recycling collaboration
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th November 2020
STC member Charpak Ltd is part of a four-way business collaboration along with Unilever, HSSMI and Veolia that is to create a cutting-edge recycling facility in the UK.
The collaboration will develop t…
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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – updated guidance and new Treasury Direction
Howes Percival LLP
17th November 2020
Updates to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“CJRS”) guidance and a corresponding Treasury Direction were published on 13 November 2020. The Treasury Direction, which formally extends the CJRS f…
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Powerful first event for STC’s Gender Equality & Diversity Committee
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th November 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster has begun its own drive to make workplaces amongst its network of advanced engineering businesses more inclusive with a powerful first event for its new Gender Equality & …
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#88 #CovidCatchUp – Nathalie McGloin – FIA Disability & Accessibility Commission President
Inside Silverstone Podcast
17th November 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #88 your host, Chris Broome interviews Nathalie McGloin – FIA Disability & Accessibility Commission Pres…
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VIDEO: STC members’ honest accounts of growing a business
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th November 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster members provided exclusive insight into the challenges they have faced in founding and running their businesses in a much awaited STC Business Growth event.
The virtual event hea…
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Knowledge Transfer Voucher – The Open University
The Open University
12th November 2020
The Open University is offering SME companies the chance to access its wealth of knowledge and expertise.
KTVs provide funding for projects to enable organisations which have not engaged with the University be…
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Future Tech the focus at ACES Special Interest Group Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th November 2020
The Future focus on Smart Mobility and UK Supply Chain Revolution event, organised by the ACES (now Future Mobility) Special Interest Group on November 10th, 2020 highlighted new technology and trends in a numb…
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Calls for Stamp Duty Holiday extension intensify
Woodfines Solicitors
11th November 2020
The temporary Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) cut, announced by the Chancellor in July in a bid to get the property market moving once more following its closure during lockdown, has certainly done its job. Resident…
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#87 #CovidCatchUp – Roz Bird – Silverstone Park
Inside Silverstone Podcast
10th November 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #87 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Roz Bird, Commercial Director MEPC & Silverstone Park.
Listen as R…
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Howes Percival advises on successful planning appeal for HB (South Caldecotte) Limited
Howes Percival LLP
10th November 2020
Leading law firm Howes Percival has advised HB (South Caldecotte) Limited on its successful planning appeal which grants the developer outline planning permission for a 140-acre strategic employment site, south…
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Howes Percival featured in The Times’ Best Law Firms
Howes Percival LLP
10th November 2020
Howes Percival has been named one of the top 200 law firms in England and Wales in The Times’ Best Law Firms 2021 list published on 5 November 2020.
The list is based entirely on recommendations from tho…
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Howes Percival helps fintech entrepreneur complete sale
Howes Percival LLP
10th November 2020
Howes Percival have acted on a transaction in the fast growing fintech sector, completing the sale of EBR Analytics Limited to RIMES Technologies Limited.
EBR was founded by fintech entrepreneur Jay Gandhi who…
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A guide to Industry 4.0 – Getting Underneath the Jargon
Total Control Pro
4th November 2020
We have certainly had an uncertain year, Brexit and COVID-19 have highlighted further instabilities, with the pandemic forcing us to change the way we live and work. Factories that were beginning to make deci…
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Introducing the #LonghurstStig
Longhurst
3rd November 2020
Welcome to the team Steve!
What a way to introduce the newest member of our team - Stig Style!
With special thanks to Silverstone Park, Silverstone Composites, Illusion Racepaint, Fully Charged Silver…
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#86 #CovidCatchUp – Julia Muir – UK Automotive 30% Club
Inside Silverstone Podcast
3rd November 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #86 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Julia Muir of the UK Automotive 30% Club.
Listen as Julia talks us thr…
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Corporate insolvencies on the rise worldwide
Woodfines Solicitors
29th October 2020
A report from Atradius published in August 2019 forecast a 2.8% increase in corporate insolvencies in developed markets across the globe, with a further 1.2% increase to follow in 2020. Even prior to the global…
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Can employers make contact tracing apps obligatory?
Woodfines Solicitors
29th October 2020
Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, the government’s top scientific advisers have touted contact tracing as one of the best methods of controlling the spread of infection.
Now, with the rele…
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#85 #CovidCatchUp – John Lashley – Brooklyn Brownie Co
Inside Silverstone Podcast
29th October 2020
In episode #85 your host, Chris Broome, interviews John Lashley, who is the 'Main Dude' at Brooklyn Brownie Co.
Listen to this energetic and enthralling discussion; including how a father and son united togeth…
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#84 #CovidCatchUp – Thomas Cliffe – TRACK
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th October 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #84 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Thomas Cliffe from TRACK.
Listen as Thomas explains how Track suppo…
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5 things to consider if property is part of your retirement plan
Longhurst
27th October 2020
Figures suggest that many people are planning for property to play at least some role in their retirement income.
With property prices and rental yields rising, it’s easy to see why you may think that pr…
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Counting down to STC’s 2020 Annual Conference
Silverstone Technology Cluster
26th October 2020
· New online format for showcase event on 26 November
· Business experts form stellar line-up of speakers
·…
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Increased support under the Job Support Scheme
Howes Percival LLP
23rd October 2020
On 22 October 2020, Rishi Sunak announced an increase in government contributions for the Job Support Scheme, the successor to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“CJRS”).
The Job Support scheme,…
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Selling your products online: Don’t get caught out
Howes Percival LLP
23rd October 2020
Covid-19 has had implications far and wide for the business community. However, with every crisis comes opportunity and it’s been fantastic to see businesses adapting and finding new ways to deliver their…
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Howes Percival Cambridge Partner appointed as County Court Recorder
Howes Percival LLP
21st October 2020
Howes Percival partner Michael Green has been appointed as a Recorder on the London and South East circuit, in the latest round of appointments announced by the Lord Chief Justice this month.
Recorders are par…
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Howes Percival recognised in East Midlands Dealmakers Awards
Howes Percival LLP
21st October 2020
Howes Percival has been recognised for its role in Insider Media East Midlands Dealmakers Awards’ ‘SME Deal of the Year’ 2020, the MBO of Harrison Castings. The firm was also shortlisted for t…
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Top ranked Employment Law team announces expansion as turnover up 23%
Howes Percival LLP
21st October 2020
Howes Percival has expanded its highly rated employment law team in response to an increase in instructions over the last year.
The team, which acts for a wide range of SMEs, as well as nationally recognised h…
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#83 #CovidCatchUp – Shaowei He – China/UK Business Special feature
Inside Silverstone Podcast
20th October 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #83 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Professor Shaowei He for a China/UK Business Special feature.
Liste…
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Winding-up petition extension to give businesses “much-needed breathing space”
Woodfines Solicitors
20th October 2020
Amid a much-feared second wave of coronavirus cases across the UK, the government has amended the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act to extend the suspension of statutory demands and winding up petitions u…
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Innovate UK SMART Grant Project Electric Drive-System
Cyclopic Ltd
15th October 2020
Consortium:- Cyclopic Ltd & Productive Ltd
We hope you and your company are well in these unpredictable times.
As we have now reached the 6-month milestone - end of Quarter 2 Innovate UK SMART Gra…
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Howes Percival acts on multi-million pound management buy out of Glazing Vision Ltd
Howes Percival LLP
13th October 2020
Howes Percival has advised the management team of Glazing Vision Ltd on the multi-million pound management buyout from the company’s founder.
Glazing Vision Ltd are technical experts in the cutting-edge …
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Howes Percival recommended for 20 different practice areas in the Legal 500
Howes Percival LLP
13th October 2020
The 2021 edition of The Legal 500 – the authoritative guide to the UK’s leading law firms – has recommended Howes Percival for 20 different practice areas and awarded the firm top tier ranking…
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Extension of Job Support Scheme
Howes Percival LLP
13th October 2020
On 9 October 2020, Rishi Sunak announced an extended Job Support Scheme (“JSS”) for businesses, which are required to close due to local or national restrictions. The assistance will be in the …
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Lockdown: ‘driving’ people to drink?
Woodfines Solicitors
13th October 2020
With traffic slumping by up to 73% of normal levels during lockdown, Britain’s roads were the emptiest they have been since 1955 in April[1]. So, you may be surprised by recent figures showing that, despi…
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#82 #CovidCatchUp – Marcus Trofimov – Silverstone Composites
Inside Silverstone Podcast
13th October 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #82 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Marcus Trofimov of Silverstone Composites.
Listen as Marcus introduces wh…
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#81 #CovidCatchUp – Fiona Pawley – #81 Fiona Pawley – Motorsport & Engineering Leadership
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th October 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #81 your host, Chris Broome interviews Fiona Pawley - Motorsport & Engineering Leadership Coach
Listen …
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Funding, Guidance and Tech Support at Digital & Advanced Manufacturing Special Interest Group event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th October 2020
The ‘Routes to Manufacturing Success’ STC event by the Digital & Advanced Manufacturing SIG saw delegates being introduced to support and guidance available to SME’s for funding, digitisat…
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WEBINAR | Gatwick Airport: A view from the inside
EMW
8th October 2020
The pandemic has had a significant impact on the aviation sector and in turn Gatwick Airport and the local region.
On Thursday 22 October we're hosting a free webinar, in association with TMA South East C…
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Further details on the £1,000 Job Retention Bonus
Howes Percival LLP
6th October 2020
The Chancellor announced the Job Retention Bonus (“JRB”) as part of his ‘Plan for Jobs’ in July 2020. The JRB is a one-off taxable payment of £1,000 to employers, for each eligible…
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#79 # CovidCatchUp – Julie Stewart – TD Group
Inside Silverstone Podcast
30th September 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #79 your host, Chris Broome interviews Julie Stewart of TD Group.
Listen as Julie explains how the recruitment la…
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#80 #CovidCatchUp – Darren Sharp – Stafford Sharp Associates
Inside Silverstone Podcast
30th September 2020
In episode #80 your host, Chris Broome interviews Darren Sharp of Stafford Sharp Associates.
Listen as Darren introduces Silverstone Park based SSA’s specialist niche placing talented people with the UK&…
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More Award Nominations!
Longhurst
29th September 2020
We couldn’t be prouder to announce that both Longhurst and our Chris Broome have been nominated for three more award ceremonies these year.
These include:
SME National Business Awards – (1)…
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STC members contribute to UK’s go-to online business website
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th September 2020
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) members have contributed to a key piece of research on employee wellbeing by influential business advice organisation Be The Business (BTB).
I…
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Roundtable sessions bringing STC members and local MPs together
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th September 2020
Local MPs have joined members of Silverstone Technology Cluster as part of a new series of online STC Roundtable events, to give local businesses a chance to express their ideas, experiences and concerns relati…
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#78 #CovidCatchUp – Adrian Pryce – Professor of International Business
Inside Silverstone Podcast
25th September 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #78 your host, Chris Broome interviews Adrian Pryce – Professor of International Business.
Listen as Adrian…
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Six new trainee solicitors join Howes Percival
Howes Percival LLP
24th September 2020
Howes Percival has welcomed six new trainee solicitors. The firm has also appointed five new solicitors who have recently completed their training contracts with the firm.
Trainee Solicitors
The six new train…
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Government changes affect service and hospitality sectors
Howes Percival LLP
24th September 2020
On 22 September 2020 the Prime Minister announced additional restrictions in response to increasing rates of infection in the Covid-19 pandemic.
STAFF TO WEAR FACE COVERINGSOne of the major changes is the requ…
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The Successor to Furlough – The Job Support Scheme
Howes Percival LLP
24th September 2020
The Chancellor announced a new Job Support Scheme (“JSS”), which is to run from November 2020 for 6 months and replace the current Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, which ends on 31 October 2020.
W…
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Using your assets to create flexibility with a final salary pension
Longhurst
23rd September 2020
Pensioners transferring out of their Final Salary pensions, also known as Defined Benefit pensions, have made headlines recently as retirees seek more flexibility.
But using other assets to create a flexible i…
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#77 #CovidCatchUp – Colin McGrory – Sandwell
Inside Silverstone Podcast
23rd September 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #77 your host, Chris Broome re-interviews the global lead for shot peening - Colin McGrory of Sandwell.
Lis…
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Tighter Restrictions, Track and Trace
Howes Percival LLP
23rd September 2020
On 22 September the government announced further national measures to try to control the escalating number of coronavirus cases in England. Under their devolved powers, Scotland, Wales and Ireland have also int…
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STC partners with The Financial Times in The Global Boardroom
Silverstone Technology Cluster
22nd September 2020
The STC are delighted to be joining the Financial Times Live as a Supporting Partner for the upcoming Global Boardroom event on 11-13th November. This is a global digital conference focussing on Shapi…
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#76 #CovidCatchUp – Oliver Waters – Orbit
Inside Silverstone Podcast
18th September 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #76 your host, Chris Broome interviews local tech entrepreneur Oliver Waters, of Orbit.
Listen as…
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VAT & Customs After Brexit – Are You Ready?
Grant Thornton UK LLP
17th September 2020
On 31st January the UK left the European Union and entered a transitional period which is due to finish on 31 December 2020. The transitional period has allowed organisations to continue operating, for VAT and …
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Pensions, Employment and Divorce – Achieving Equality
Howes Percival LLP
17th September 2020
As Family Law partner, Justine Flack observes, many people may feel that pensions are not the most exciting topic to read about. However, there is a lot that has happened in recent years in this area - auto enr…
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Blaser Mills Law client wins case against Banksy
Blaser Mills Law
17th September 2020
This week Banksy lost his legal battle with Full Colour Black printing over the trademark of his famous artwork, the ‘Flower Thrower.’
Full Colour Black, represented by Blaser Mills Law Trade Mark …
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MotorsportAM Announces Range of Webinars in Lead Up to Conference
Fluency Marketing
15th September 2020
MotorsportAM will be running regular webinars hosted by our Headline Sponsor, Teijin, in the run up to the conference in April 2021, which will explore a range of important topics relevant to stakeholders …
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#75 Mastermind Sessions – Oxford Brookes Racing – Engineering the Future!
Inside Silverstone Podcast
15th September 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #75 your host, Chris Broome hosts another Mastermind Session titled Oxford Brookes Racing - Engineering the Future…
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Kickstart Scheme – fully funded work placements
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th September 2020
Are you interested in having a fully funded work placement to offer to a young person?
The Kickstart Scheme provides funding to employers to create new six-month job placements for young people who are current…
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Coronavirus legislation and its impact on commercial landlord
Woodfines Solicitors
11th September 2020
Section 82 of the Coronavirus Act contains provisions protecting business tenants from lease forfeiture due to the non-payment of rent. During the ‘relevant period’ (originally due to expire on 30 J…
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#74 #CovidCatchUp – Debra Charles – Novacroft
Inside Silverstone Podcast
9th September 2020
In episode #74 your host, Chris Broome re-interviews Debra Charles of Novacroft.
Listen as Debra and Chris catch up on all things Novacroft during COVID; how they've been focusing on human well-being; and how …
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#73 #CovidCatchUp – Alan Rallings – Cyclopic
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th September 2020
In episode #73 your host, Chris Broome interviews Alan Rallings of Cyclopic.
Listen as Alan introduces their latest innovative design - the world's first spokeless foldable ebike!
The E-Cyclopic foldi…
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New STC Board Appointment
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th September 2020
Since its inception, the Silverstone Technology Cluster has had two industry representatives on its board, alongside the representatives from the STC founding members and Chief Executive. Kieron Salter, of KWSP…
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‘Govt support’ for STC Chair’s Cambridge Oxford Arc comments
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th September 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster Chair Roz Bird has insisted that the future of young people should be “at least 50% of the discussion” in developing the Cambridge-Oxford Arc.
Roz’s belief that…
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We are delighted to announce October dates for our CSR Training Course online.
CSR Accreditation
3rd September 2020
We are delighted to announce the launch of our CSR Training Course online. Six one hour modules over six weeks.Book the first 5 modules and you will be invited to participate in the 6th and final module for fre…
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#72 #CovidCatchUp – Steven McCarthy – Markart Addititve
Inside Silverstone Podcast
2nd September 2020
In episode #72 your host, Chris Broome re-interviews Steven McCarthy of Mackart Additive
Listen as Steven talks us through life during COVID; the NHS projects they’ve been working on; plus their growing …
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#71 #CovidCatchUp – Niall Johanson – Charpak Limited
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th August 2020
In episode #71 your host, Chris Broome interviews Niall Johanson of Charpak Limited.
Listen as Niall introduces the fascinating work carried out by Charpak Limited; and how their unique technology transfer ena…
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#70 #CovidCatchUp – Arno van Rooyen – Velocity IT
Inside Silverstone Podcast
25th August 2020
In episode #70 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Arno van Rooyen of Velocity IT.
Listen as Arno talks us through life during COVID; including their vital support to both the NHS and to local universities.…
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Workshop: Rockefeller Habits Checklist
EMW
24th August 2020
Please join us on Wednesday 9 September at 9am for the virtual “Rockefeller Habits Checklist workshop” from Petra Coach Europe, designed to help companies get back to growth and align their teams as…
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Junior ISAs – Everything you need to know about saving for children
Longhurst
24th August 2020
Building a nest egg for a child can help set them on the path to a financially secure future and highlight why saving is important. One of the most popular ways to save for a child or grandchild is using a Juni…
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#69 #COVIDCatchUp – Dominic Hopkins – Hewitsons
Inside Silverstone Podcast
20th August 2020
In episode #69 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Dominic Hopkins of Hewitsons.
Listen as Dominic explains how busy Hewitsons have been during lockdown, with growing client enquiries and a focus on legisla…
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Have you looked at your purchasing terms recently?
Howes Percival LLP
20th August 2020
Standard terms and conditions are one of those things, much like regular dentist check-ups or funeral plans, we all know we need but we’d rather not think about them on a daily basis. After all, who has t…
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Succession Strategies
EMW
20th August 2020
In our latest Succession Strategy blog series, Corporate Principal Paul Bevington, has been looking at some of the things that you should be thinking about as you plan for the future of your business.
Pe…
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#68 #CovidCatchUp – Dolores Sanders – Total Control Pro
Inside Silverstone Podcast
18th August 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #68 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Dolores Sanders of Total Control Pro.
Listen as Dolores explains…
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5 Tips for getting children ready to go back to school
Longhurst
18th August 2020
Every year as the summer holidays come to a close, ‘back to school’ slogans and tips for getting children ready to head back to full-time education spring up everywhere. This year though, some…
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Furloughed Employees Should Receive Full Redundancy Payments and Notice Pay
Howes Percival LLP
17th August 2020
The Government have introduced the Coronavirus, Calculation of a Week’s pay Regulations 2020 effective from the 31st July 2020. It ensures furloughed employees receive statutory redundancy pay a…
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Terms & Conditions….. Have you dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s?
Woodfines Solicitors
14th August 2020
No matter the size of your business, it is crucial that you do not overlook the importance of ensuring you have a well-drafted set of Terms & Conditions in place.
Terms & Conditions set out the basic c…
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#67 #CovidCatchUp – Pim van Baarsen – STC
Inside Silverstone Podcast
13th August 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #67 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Pim van Baarsen from the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Listen …
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#CovidCatchUp #66 Simon Dowson – Delta Motorsport
Inside Silverstone Podcast
11th August 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #66 your host, Chris Broome, re-interviews Simon Dowson of Delta Motorsport.
Listen as Simon talks us throu…
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Social Responsibility Training in September 15% for STC Members
CSR Accreditation
11th August 2020
SEPTEMBER 1st – OCTOBER 8th
Become a social responsibility leader and start making a positve difference to your business.
The CSR Accreditation ‘CSR Training Course’ is now open for booking for Septe…
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What if there is no cure? Your ‘new normal’ is for you to define.
room44 Ltd
9th August 2020
As I write this in August 2020, Russia is promising a mass vaccination campaign against COVID-19 in October, while Western hopes are pinned on a number of vaccines currently under trial, including one developed…
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What’s it like to be a Digital Marketing Apprentice?
Milton Keynes College
6th August 2020
Ronni Murray, 20, has recently completed a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing with MK College and is now looking forward to developing her career in marketing. Here she explains her apprenticeship jour…
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#65 #CovidCatchUp Ella Barrington – Ella Barrington & Associates
Inside Silverstone Podcast
5th August 2020
Welcome to a special #CovidCatchUp series of the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #65 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Ella Barrington – Ella Barrington & Associates.
Listen as Ella …
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Do you apply protective coatings to components?
Do you apply protective coatings to components?
3rd August 2020
Bruker Alicona have released an application note showing how Optical Metrology can be used for the analysis on Zinc Phosphate coatings on machined components. The analysis provides details of the coverage of th…
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Do you need to measure micro gears?
Do you need to measure micro gears?
3rd August 2020
Bruker Application have released a new application note in the latest series of measurement solutions. This one focuses on teh area of Micro Gears which are extremely challenging to obtain accurate measurement …
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Planning for a 100-year life
Longhurst
30th July 2020
When you think about your lifestyle goals and financial plan, how far ahead do you look? It wasn’t so long ago that planning to reach 80 meant you could be sure of financial security throughout your life.…
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Level Five Supplies selected to demonstrate counter-terrorism technologies to European governments
Level Five Supplies
29th July 2020
A team from Level Five Supplies will travel to the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius to demonstrate a system which can help improve situational awareness for law enforcement agencies protecting crowds against terrori…
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FREE WEBINAR: CONNECTIVITY – THE AUTONOMOUS CAR ERA
ST Engineering Antycip
28th July 2020
In their first webinar together, ST Engineering Antycip and SCALABLE Network Technologies, will dive into Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication systems and how to improve con…
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Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 adds COVID-19 protection for PLCs and SEs
Woodfines Solicitors
28th July 2020
The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (CIGA) came into effect on 26 June and with it a number of reforms and temporary measures which have created the biggest change to English insolvency law since t…
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Dear Tristan, A few lines from your future.
room44 Ltd
26th July 2020
Dear ‘January Tristan’,
‘July Tristan’ here. I thought it may be useful to send you a few lines from your future to let you know what to expect and, perhaps, to help you plan for the ne…
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Navigating your way out of lockdown
Howes Percival LLP
21st July 2020
Carl Mifflin, Partner and Head of Restructuring and Insolvency at Howes Percival, considers the challenges facing businesses as we emerge from lockdown.
As we emerge from the COVID lockdown, business…
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The innovation ceiling: data-driven innovation versus human-centred innovation
room44 Ltd
19th July 2020
Established brands, with overhead management and ’growth’ as performance metrics aren’t likely to innovate for the right reasons, if at all. The innovation ceiling gets in the way.
Do you wor…
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Use of Optical Metrology in Medical Technology
Use of Optical Metrology in Medical Technology
15th July 2020
*How Bruker Alicona Optical #metrology is used in the Medical Technology Sector* and why was it chosen against SEM and micro CT?.In this Video Dr. Martin Koller, from the University Clinic for Dental Medicine a…
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Automotive Safe AI® Software Start-up Eatron Raises €1M+ from Hirschvogel Ventures
Eatron Technologies Ltd
15th July 2020
Eatron lands German Tier-1 Hirschvogel Automotive Group as a Strategic Partner
https://eatron.com/eatron-investment-from-hirschvogel-ventures/
July 13, 2020 – Warwick, UK – Eatron ®, a leading…
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Measurement of wear and topography on a medical implant
Measurement of wear and topography on a medical implant
13th July 2020
Measurement of wear and topography on a medical implantThis application note describes the use of Optical 3D metrology for the study of volumetric wear and surface topography (roughness) on a device made to rep…
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Innovation, information & inspiration at the Digital & Advanced Manufacturing SIG’s Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th July 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster’s Digital & Advanced Manufacturing Special Interest Group organised its first online event for 2020 on July 9th.
Organised in conjunction with both Medlink EM and t…
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APPLICATION NOTE: Alignment and Measurement of Features on IR Detectors
APPLICATION NOTE: Alignment and Measurement of Features on IR Detectors
9th July 2020
One of the most critical aspects in this design is the alignment of the optical surface to the reference surface and also the quality of the optical surface as shown in Figure 2.
The key aspects of this measur…
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Recording of Optical Metrology Webinar now available
Recording of Optical Metrology Webinar now available
9th July 2020
If you are in the Medical Sector, Tooling Industry, Aerospace or dental equipment manufacture this webinar, recorded on the 25th June, explains how Optical Metrology can be used to easily and effectively measur…
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CSR Training Course now available online as six one hour modules
CSR Accreditation
9th July 2020
CSR Training Course
We are delighted to announce the launch of our CSR Training Course online. (This comprises six one hour modules)
Discover why CSR is important to all organisations. CSR can tak…
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APPLICATION NOTE; Precision Screw Measurement
APPLICATION NOTE; Precision Screw Measurement
8th July 2020
In this issue we summarise a report on the measurement of precision screws using the Bruker Alicona G5 measurement system. The screws used for this report are bone screws, this measurement process could also be…
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APPLICATION NOTE: Measurement and QC of Small Valve Components for Gas and Liquids
APPLICATION NOTE: Measurement and QC of Small Valve Components for Gas and Liquids
8th July 2020
In this issue, we look how optical metrology can be used for the measurement of sealing faces of 4 small valve components of different materials used in the medical industry for gas & liquid flow contr…
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Returning to the workplace
Woodfines Solicitors
8th July 2020
The Talent in Logistics team caught up with Mike Hayward, Partner and Head of the Crime, Transport and Regulatory team and Maria Gallucci, Partner and Employment Solicitor at Woodfines, about the duty…
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Barclays launches Back to Business toolkit for UK SMEs
Barclays Bank plc
6th July 2020
Barclays has launched a toolkit to help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK get back on their feet as they navigate the uncertainty created by coronavirus.
The ‘Barclays Back to Business…
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What will business look like in two years webinar – Friday 10th at 11am
CSR Accreditation
6th July 2020
We have finally come to the end of our 'The future shape of business - how social responsibility will influence it' series of online events with Buckinghamshire Business First.Friday 10th July 11am What will bu…
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‘Supercluster’ title will help Arc “break down barriers and maximise opportunities”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd July 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster Chair Roz Bird has again pushed for the Oxford Cambridge Arc to be called the UK’s ‘High-tech Supercluster’ to help “break down barriers, encourage collabo…
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KWSP targets industrial scale manufacturing of new ‘Respolab’ face mask and shield
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd July 2020
STC member KW Special Projects (KWSP) has partnered with Respolab to create what it believes is a revolutionary new design in face mask and shield PPE systems.
Final trials of the Respolab design are now under…
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Happy 2nd Birthday to Us!
Longhurst
2nd July 2020
They say that time flies when you’re having fun.
And in the case of our wonderful business, Longhurst, time is certainly flying!
As we speed our way into July 2020, we also celebrate our 2nd birthda…
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Mackart Additive designs & 3D prints bespoke ventilator exhalation valve inside 24 hours
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st July 2020
STC member Mackart Additive has successfully transferred its 3D printing skills in Formula 1 and aerospace to produce a bespoke lifesaving valve in the treatment of COVID-19 patients within 24 hours of being co…
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COVID-19 Response Team delivering for Northants healthcare workers
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st July 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster’s ‘COVID-19 Response Team’ has helped to source more than 50,000 items of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers across Northamptonshire …
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Planning social responsibility as part of an organisations business strategy Webinar – Friday 3rd – 11am
CSR Accreditation
30th June 2020
We are very pleased to announce our penultimate CSR Webinar hosted by Buckinghamshire Business First:
Friday 3rd July - 11am
Planning social responsibility as part of an organisations business strat…
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The Longer-term Impact of Covid-19
Hexegic
30th June 2020
As part of the STC Webinar Series, Hexegic delivered their thoughts on Business Resilience.
To support the webinar, a short report on the topic can be downloaded here.…
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Online forum “a powerful resource of knowledge & information” for members
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th June 2020
In addition to ‘weekly webinars’, the STC has created an online forum for members to share ideas, opportunities and services, and also socialise during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The forum has over 17 …
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Lawyers in Lockdown
Woodfines Solicitors
29th June 2020
Nathan Taylor-Allkins, Senior Associate in Woodfines Road Transport, Crime & Regulatory team gives an insight into how he has been balancing work and family life during the lockdown.
I can’t…
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Sourcing from & Exporting to China
China and Emerging Economies Centre – University of Northampton
29th June 2020
China and Emerging Economies Centre COVid19 webinar series 2
Sourcing from & Exporting to China
Date: Wednesday 1st JulyTime: 1pm – 2pm
Booking via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/geo-political-co…
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Flexible Working – What is it, and why should we be paying attention?
Flexible Working – What is it, and why should we be paying attention?
26th June 2020
What is flexible working? You might think the answer is obvious - employees working from home, the chance to choose working hours, perhaps even the offer of a career break for traveling. But there’s more …
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STC plans to continue members’ weekly webinars beyond COVID-19 pandemic
Silverstone Technology Cluster
26th June 2020
STC members have now taken the lead in more than a dozen weekly webinars arranged by the Silverstone Technology Cluster which are advising its business network during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The webinars, on on…
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Mindful consumption in a high street near you
room44 Ltd
25th June 2020
Supply chains and the hospitality market are decoupling, signalling a resurgence of mindful consumption in a high street near you. New demand will bring back variety to the domestic landscape.
Twelve weeks ago…
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Event: Business as Unusual – Business Continuity Management in the new world
The Open University
23rd June 2020
Date: Wednesday 1st July 2020
Time: 17.00 – 19.00
Format: Webinar
Cost: Free
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/business-as-unusual-business-continuity-management-in-the-new-world-tickets-109813…
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The death of the office?
Woodfines Solicitors
22nd June 2020
In March, the coronavirus outbreak led to a mass exodus from UK offices as the country went into lockdown. Sensationalist media headlines screaming “Is it really the death of the office?” …
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China’s medium term global impact? – Stephen Perry, Chairman of the 48 Group
China and Emerging Economies Centre – University of Northampton
19th June 2020
Free webinar 4-5pm, 24 June 2020
The guest speaker Stephen Perry is Chairman of the 48 Group and has been working on China for more than 40 years. He has influenced generations of senior executives and n…
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Supporting charities – is this a business benefit or a cost FREE Webinar 26th June 11am
CSR Accreditation
19th June 2020
Supporting charities – is this a business benefit or a cost
Free Webinar 26th June 11am.
This webinar will look at the positive impact to society that social responsibility has in supporting th…
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MakeUK praises STC membership’s ‘drive and spirit’
Silverstone Technology Cluster
18th June 2020
Charlotte Horobin, MakeUK’s Membership Director for the Midlands and East England, has praised the STC’s professionalism and the impact it has had in the high-tech engineering and manufacturing indu…
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STC collaboration’s innovative ‘Oxford Box’ design wins NHS trust’s approval
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th June 2020
A new type of aerosol shield – designed by businesses in the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) network – to improve the treatment of COVID-19 patients and safety of clinical staff has been approv…
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Engaging and supporting staff – a new approach – webinar 11am Friday 19th
CSR Accreditation
16th June 2020
Engaging and supporting staff - a new approach
This webinar will look at the positive impact that social responsibility has on all stakeholders including your staff. Enabling employers to enrich the quality …
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Your ex-staff are your new competitors
room44 Ltd
16th June 2020
Enforced or voluntary migration puts people into survival mode and catalyses market disruption and growth in the places they go to. The job losses due to COVID-19 present an opportunity for those who have …
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Charpak develops innovative face visor for major NHS foundation
Silverstone Technology Cluster
15th June 2020
STC member Charpak Ltd has applied its expertise in bespoke plastics thermoforming to produce an innovative face visor in collaboration with a nationally recognised NHS hospital foundation.
The Huntingdon base…
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Key dates for changes to Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Woodfines Solicitors
12th June 2020
We provide the important dates to note since the announcement on reforms to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme last week.
12 June: Further guidance on flexible furlough and calculation of cl…
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STC names first six guest speakers for Conference
Silverstone Technology Cluster
12th June 2020
Fresh from some unintended national media attention, Maytrix Group’s Hannah Ingram-Moore, plus Make UK’s Charlotte Horobin, South Northants MP Andrea Leadsom, Futures Forward Ltd’s Joana Lenko…
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STC’s technology & data innovation attracts life science & medical association Medilink East Midlands as member
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th June 2020
Medilink East Midlands has become the second significant industry sector body in as many months to announce a new data and technical-driven partnership with the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Medilink EM is t…
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Restart and right-size your aerospace operations
Restart and right-size your aerospace operations
11th June 2020
Webinar - Thursday 25th June at 10.00
Join us to learn more about how COVID-19 is impacting the aerospace industry in Europe and discuss solutions to maintain your profitability while production rates are bein…
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1. HR and Social Responsibility – the new business landscape
CSR Accreditation
10th June 2020
HR and CSR and the new business landscape
12th June at 11am
Book your place here: https://bbf.uk.com/event/hr-and-csr-and-the-new-business-landscape
This webinar will look at HR and the role that social res…
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STC connecting with Italian RPM network to identify joint ventures for members
Silverstone Technology Cluster
9th June 2020
The STC has opened talks with leading Italian motorsport technologies network RPM to develop potential new sector opportunities between their members.
STC CEO Pim van Baarsen was a guest speaker during a recen…
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There’s a new normal. Local is the new trusted brand equity.
room44 Ltd
9th June 2020
New normal
Inevitably, the events of the last three months have disrupted business and personal planning. Unprecedented circumstances have that effect.
Just before the world went into COVID-19-enforce…
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UK China Business Week 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th June 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster is delighted to be a ‘Supporting Organisation’ of the China-Britain Business Council UK-China Business Week 2020, which will take place online from 15th - 19th June.
…
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Establishing a UK PPE supply chain
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th June 2020
One of our members is keen to see if they can set up a cost-effective UK based supply chain for their PPE product.
If you are in a position to supply any of the below, please get in touch with us so we can get…
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COVID-19 Work Safely Review
Hexegic
8th June 2020
At the start of this pandemic, we sent you our thoughts on protecting your businesses as Remote Working became the norm. We followed this with a practical Checklist to verify these steps – after all…
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Fluency Marketing and Composites UK to Deliver Peer Reviewed International Academic Conference: Fibre Polymer Composites for Construction
Fluency Marketing and Composites UK to Deliver Peer Reviewed International Academic Conference: Fibre Polymer Composites for Construction
5th June 2020
Fluency Marketing, the advanced materials and advanced engineering focused marketing and conference provider, and Composites UK, the UK composites industry association, have teamed up to deliver a three-day pee…
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Composites UK latest industry body to become STC member
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd June 2020
Composites UK, the trade association for the UK composites industry, and the STC have become reciprocal members of one another.
As part of the agreement, the two organisations will:
Promote each other on th…
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Here to help your business
Woodfines Solicitors
2nd June 2020
Whatever your business, you will be implementing measures to ensure your work place meets the Covid-19 requirements.
It has always been a legal requirement to ensure the health and saftey of your staff and vis…
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“Biggest & best” presence yet for STC members at AES 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd June 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster will have its “biggest and best” presence yet at this year’s Advanced Engineering Show after agreeing once more to host the event’s VIP Lounge whilst a…
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Mental health and wellbeing – how social responsibility can help shape a policy
CSR Accreditation
1st June 2020
Friday 5th June 11am
This webinar will look at how social responsibility can contribute positively to the mental health and wellbeing of employees, our society and the economy.
With a sixth of wor…
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Summary of UK Government funding assistance in wake of COVID-19
EMW
1st June 2020
As most government backed schemes have now largely taken shape, we thought now may be a good time to bring together the funding options that are available to UK businesses along with a brief summary of each opt…
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Workplace Safety – Social Distancing Solutions
XG Group | Experts in Graphics
1st June 2020
Back to work....is your workplace ready?Visual communication is vital to support the return to business & maintain social distancing practices while encouraging safe environments. At XG Group, we have …
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#64 Louise Goodman – ‘The first woman of Formula One’
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th May 2020
In episode #64 your host, Chris Broome interviews Louise Goodman - Award winning TV presenter & Journalist; and also dubbed the first woman of Formula One.
Listen as Louise talks us through an impressive m…
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#63 Chris Murdoch – Voyse.io
Inside Silverstone Podcast
22nd May 2020
In episode #63 your host, Chris Broome interviews Chris Murdoch, tech entrepreneur and co-founder of Voyse.io.
Listen as Chris walks us through his new venture, Voyse, which enhances how employer's engage with…
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Time to tidy your pension drawer?
Longhurst
22nd May 2020
A lifetime of working hard, saving carefully, and raising a family often results in one likely outcome, a filing cabinet full of paperwork that you’ve collected but with no real idea of what it all means …
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HR and CSR and the business new landscape
CSR Accreditation
22nd May 2020
HR and CSR and the new business landscape
29th May 2020 - 11am - Free
Co presented by Justine Brown Managing Director at Just Global PR
This webinar will look at HR and the role that social responsibility pl…
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Use Furlough to Devlop your Cyber Security Career – (Discount Offer Included)
Use Furlough to Devlop your Cyber Security Career – (Discount Offer Included)
21st May 2020
For many, adapting to a new routine (or lack thereof) after being furloughed has been a challenge. Now, though - several weeks into the UK’s enforced lockdown - many are finding that they are starting to …
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Social Responsibility – driving forward successful businesses Webinar 11am Friday 22
CSR Accreditation
21st May 2020
This FREE webinar will look at the positive impact that social responsibility will have on building a sustainable business. It will explore some of the key benefits that will help businesses achieve positiv…
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MK College apprentice helping colleagues stay in touch
Milton Keynes College
20th May 2020
When Milton Keynes College apprentice, Matt Heaney took on an apprenticeship at Grundfos Pumps, he probably never dreamt he’d be keeping his colleagues connected during a global pandemic.
Company employe…
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#61 Student to Digital Entrepreneur – University of Northampton
Inside Silverstone Podcast
19th May 2020
In episode #61 your host, Chris Broome discusses the pathway from Student to Digital Entrepreneur with the University of Northampton.
Listen as 'Digital Business degree' department heads, Dilshad Sarwa…
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#62 Leena Gade – Multimatic Inc & 1st Female Race Engineer to win Le Mans 24hr
Inside Silverstone Podcast
19th May 2020
In episode #62 your host, Chris Broome interviews Leena Gade - Multimatic Inc & the 1st Female Race Engineer to win Le Mans 24hr.
Listen as Leena walks us through her impressive engineering career; from De…
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Policing the Pandemic
Woodfines Solicitors
19th May 2020
The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 were subject to a further, significant amendment on 13 May 2020 following the Prime Minister’s public address on 10 May 2020. I…
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Social Distance Monitoring
Level Five Supplies
19th May 2020
Social distance monitoring is the buzz phrase of getting out and beginning the long painful journey back to what might approach normality, the ‘new normal’, at least before a mass-produced vaccine m…
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Countering COVID19 with technology
Level Five Supplies
19th May 2020
As a small technology company, we – like many other businesses – are working hard to survive the changes that impact our immediate business environment. We don’t work in the health sector…
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Volumetric Video ‘Solved’
Level Five Supplies
19th May 2020
Exploring Level Five Supplies’ Aspect 3D system, could this be the end of Digital Humans?
In the world of creating assets for augmented and virtual reality, there are two distinct schools of thought, the…
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Why Background Screening is crucial in Remote Hiring
Why Background Screening is crucial in Remote Hiring
18th May 2020
The practice of hiring employees remotely is not a new one; it’s been growing steadily for the past few years. However, the Covid-19 pandemic (and resulting lockdown) is forcing more companies to recruit …
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Penetration testing – Are you ready?
CYSIAM Limited
18th May 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) member CYSIAM has recently been awarded CREST accreditation as a provider of penetration testing services. During this period of increased remote workin…
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IS YOUR BUSINESS “COVID SECURE”?
Howes Percival LLP
18th May 2020
On 10 May, Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the UK to set out his, and the Government’s vision, on how the country can be eased out of the Coronavirus lockdown. The Government’s new message, which due…
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Preliminary Line-Up Announced for SpaceAM
Preliminary Line-Up Announced for SpaceAM
15th May 2020
Fluency Marketing is pleased to announce its preliminary line-up for the upcoming SpaceAM, which takes place in Leicester, UK, on 15th – 16th September 2020.
Speakers from the European Space Agency (ESA)…
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#60 Ian Cook – PopBangColour
Inside Silverstone Podcast
12th May 2020
In episode #60 your host, Chris Broome, interviews internationally renowned artist Ian Cook of PopBangColour.
Listen as Ian explains his journey into painting with radio controlled cars, actual car tyres and t…
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Feeling Covid-secure in the workplace?
Woodfines Solicitors
12th May 2020
We heard the PM’s speech on Sunday night and the daily briefing on Monday but what is the current guidance for a gradual return to the work place?
Below are the guidelines released on the 11th May referr…
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How to give during COVID19
Longhurst
7th May 2020
By now there’s no need to introduce the global COVID 19, or coronavirus pandemic. We are all living the pandemic every minute of every day…through the ever- distressing news reports, the consta…
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#59 Steve Walsh – Jump Media Group
Inside Silverstone Podcast
7th May 2020
In episode 59 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Steve Walsh of Jump Media Group.
Listen as Steve talks through his impressive career, from world ranking GB gymnast; to Journalist; PR; and now founder of 'Jum…
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2020 employment law changes: What you need to do
2020 employment law changes: What you need to do
7th May 2020
A number of important changes to employment law have taken place this April, many of which will have a significant impact on agency workers. In addition to the current challenges we are facing with Covid-19, bu…
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The next CSR Accreditation Deadline is 30th June
CSR Accreditation
7th May 2020
CSR Accreditation - Showing what good looks like
Since February the world has changed dramatically and the focus on social responsibility has become far more important.
We are already witnessing some incred…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster Supports MotorsportAM
Silverstone Technology Cluster Supports MotorsportAM
6th May 2020
MotorsportAM is pleased to announce Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) as its latest supporting partner for the upcoming conference, taking place at Silverstone Circuit on 8th and 9th October 2020.
STC was f…
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Government announces Future Fund for innovative businesses
EMW
6th May 2020
The Government has announced a new fund aimed at supporting innovative companies that are suffering financially as a result of the current crisis.
The Future Fund will provide government loans to UK-based comp…
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TOMORROW’S JOURNEY TECH SUPPORTING KARSHARE SCHEME FOR KEY WORKERS
Tomorrow’s Journey
6th May 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster members Tomorrow’s Journey, a mobility technology start-up have provided their booking and optimisation tools to help the Karshare Community Share Scheme connect NHS, health…
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European Space Agency Confirmed for SpaceAM
European Space Agency Confirmed for SpaceAM
6th May 2020
Fluency Marketing is pleased to announce that representatives from the European Space Agency (ESA) will join SpaceAM which takes in Leicester, UK, on 15th and 16th September 2020.
The European Space Agency (ES…
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Covid-19: Restrictions on movement
Woodfines Solicitors
5th May 2020
We are all still adapting to the significant restrictions on our movement which were brought in by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) Regulations 2020 (“the Regulations”) in…
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#58 Harrison Goode – Edge Tech Headhunters
Inside Silverstone Podcast
5th May 2020
In episode 58 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Harrison Goode of Edge Tech Headhunters.
Listen as Harrison talks Chris through all things Disruptive Technologies; Robotic Process Automation; Intelligent Aut…
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2020 is 30% time gone. Is the way you do anything still the way you do everything?
room44 Ltd
4th May 2020
Back on the 6th of February we posted a blog called ‘The way you do anything is the way you do everything. Innovation in 2020’ and reminded you that 2020 was 10% done already.
Unfortunately, it&rsq…
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#57 Richard Collins – CSR Accreditation
Inside Silverstone Podcast
1st May 2020
In episode 57 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Richard Collins of CSR Accreditation.
Listen as Richard and Chris talk through all things Corporate Social Responsibility; Good and Bad examples; How to attrac…
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You’re all invited to our Springtime Picnic Party!!
Longhurst
29th April 2020
Let’s Celebrate Springtime!
The team at Longhurst are thrilled to be hosting a springtime picnic party, through the convenience of video conferencing.
Your picnic party will be accompani…
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SPECIAL OFFER FOC FROM iLLUMINIS
Illuminis Insight Software
29th April 2020
MK based illuminis Insight Software announced today a SPECIAL OFFER on their business reporting software Octelas 50 for Sage 50 Users.
** Sage 50 Users Special Offer**
SAVE £3,715
In these uncert…
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iLLUMINIS FINALISTS IN 2020 NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AWARDS
Illuminis Insight Software
29th April 2020
Milton Keynes based illuminis insight software is a finalist in the National Technology Awards 2020, Analytics Project of the Year category. The illuminis team will attend a prestigious awards evening &nbs…
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illuminis Software Solutions Chosen by IPE Global
Illuminis Insight Software
29th April 2020
MK based illuminis Insight Software has completed a deal to install their Octelas business information reporting software in IPE Global’s head office in New Delhi, India.
IPE Global Limited …
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#56 Caroline Robertson – ActifHR
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th April 2020
In episode 56 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Caroline Robertson, CEO of ActifHR.
Listen as Caroline and Chris talk through all things COVID19; job retention schemes, furloughing, and the importanc…
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An Army for Good – Giving your furloughed time purpose
CSR Accreditation
24th April 2020
An Army for Good
Join up and find your purpose by delivering positive social impact through your furloughed time
https://iicgivingback.com/
If you have been furloughed or find yourself having to work from ho…
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How is your business coping? – share your experiences and help others
CSR Accreditation
24th April 2020
There is no doubt that we are currently experiencing unprecedented times. This is having an impact on us all especially with regard to the way we work.
As a STC member we are writing to ask you how your busine…
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Specified Adult Childcare Credits
Longhurst
22nd April 2020
Relatives looking after a child while a parent works could be entitled to a State Pension top up, but the vast majority of eligible claimants are missing out.
Today’s article explains why.
 …
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Silverstone Technology Cluster business network in large scale PPE response
Silverstone Technology Cluster
21st April 2020
STC forms ‘C-19 Response Team’ to help meet Northants’ PPE needs
Urgent call for industry to supply raw materials PET and PVA
Activity supports businesses & staff with work in …
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Woodfines Solicitors supporting the logistics industry on its journey through COVID-19
Woodfines Solicitors
21st April 2020
Join us at our second live link transport event on Thursday 30th April 10.30am-12pm.
Hear from guest speaker Phil Breen from the DVSA who will give us an update on the interim Covid-19 transport regulations …
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#55 Dan Roberts – Cottons Chartered Accountants
Inside Silverstone Podcast
20th April 2020
In episode 55 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Dan Roberts of Cottons Chartered Accountants.
Listen as Dan and Chris talk through all things COVID19; including Government Grant support, Furloughing,…
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ICO Mega Fines: Why The Delay With BA?
EMW
20th April 2020
The ICO was due to finalise its decision by the end of March 2020, but that deadline has come and gone and, as obvious as it sounds, COVID-19 has arrived. Now the deadlines have moved back to May and June 2020.…
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Cyclopic and Productiv Ltd – Invitation to join our Industrial Steering Group – Innovate UK SMART Grant Project
Cyclopic Ltd
20th April 2020
Dear STC Members,
We are inviting you to take part in a study for our E-concept vehicle currently under development as part of an Innovate UK SMART Project, and form part of our Industrial Steering Group (ISG)…
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Nothing changes by looking at it.
room44 Ltd
18th April 2020
“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.” – Buckminster Fuller*
When a crisis, calamity or cat…
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Woodfines Podcasts – Covid-19 updates
Woodfines Solicitors
16th April 2020
Check out our series of podcasts on our dedicated page featuring updates in all sectors relating to the Covid-19 pandemic.
In our first episode we look at how Covid-19 is affecting employment, commercial…
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GoodFabs helps Stoke Mandeville hospital get its COVID 19 ventilators working
Good Fabrications (GoodFabs)
15th April 2020
STC member GoodFabs rushed to the aid of Bucks Healthcare Trust to go into emergency production of a small but vital connector which joins ventilators to hospitals’ oxygen supplies.
With supply chains st…
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COVID-19 – Silverstone Technology Cluster Co-ordinated Response – can you help?
Silverstone Technology Cluster
14th April 2020
To All Engineering Companies in the Silverstone Technology Cluster,
The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) https://www.silverstonetechnologycluster.com/ which was set up in 2016, is a members-based organisat…
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#54 – Mastermind Sessions #7 – Survive & Thrive during COVID9
Inside Silverstone Podcast
13th April 2020
In episode #54 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Sessions #6 ‘Survive & Thrive during COVID19’ Joined by mindset expert and ‘Spears 500’ executive coach, Angela Cox, li…
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Will Signing in lockdown
EMW
9th April 2020
Covid-19 has caused our personal and professional lives to change suddenly, almost beyond recognition. With the country adhering to the Government’s social distancing measures, our private client team has…
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Electronic Signatures
EMW
8th April 2020
Using e-signatures for more agile working, is it possible?
In today's ever-changing times of COVID-19, social distancing and office shutdowns, getting a document signed and exchanged between parties, in person…
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Leading through COVID-19 webinar series
Leading through COVID-19 webinar series
8th April 2020
Join our weekly webinars, where we'll provide practical steps to support your thinking around potential business impacts, questions to consider and associated practical actions in order to protect rep…
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If an employee has COVID-19, is this sensitive data?
EMW
7th April 2020
Is the fact that an employee has COVID-19 special category data? And if yes, how can we tell other staff about this without breaching GDPR?
Yes, it is special category data (i.e. sensitive personal dat…
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What does ‘social isolation’ mean?
room44 Ltd
5th April 2020
With restrictions on social movement in place, isolation means different things to different people.
Furloughed
Being sent home and furloughed means no work, some money and lots of time to s…
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Fellow Investors – A Free Offer to You or Someone You Care About
Longhurst
3rd April 2020
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When the markets turn as volatile and confusing at they have over the past few months, even the most patient investors may come to question the wisdom of the investment plan they've been fo…
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The Power of the Herd
Longhurst
3rd April 2020
One of the main things we consider when investing our clients hard-earned capital is the amount of risk, or volatility, they can emotionally handle.
At Longhurst, we build investment portfolios designed to ser…
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The 45 Minute Metrology Trade show you don’t need to travel
The 45 Minute Metrology Trade show you don’t need to travel
3rd April 2020
With so many trade shows cancelled and so many people in Lockdown join us for a 45 minute tour of our metrology lounge. See the NEW InfiniteFocus G5+ , new software and new applications .
"Live fr…
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STC Community Connects during Crisis
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd April 2020
During this challenging time, many of us been finding new ways of working as individuals, as businesses, and within our communities. For the STC, members have been actively engaging with our new online Members&…
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Precise Geometry Measurement in Press Fit Technology
Precise Geometry Measurement in Press Fit Technology
2nd April 2020
Check out the latest trend in press-fit technology: Measure the geometry of pins optically in 3D! Frank Uibel, a long-time expert in the field of press-fit technology shows why the Bruker Alicona InfiniteFocusS…
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Coronavirus: signing on the dotted line from home
Blaser Mills Law
1st April 2020
On 23 March 2020 the UK government announced a period of ‘lockdown’, prohibiting all but essential face-to-face contact for an unknown period of time as part of its plan to combat Covid-19.
…
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Industry call to government to work with business in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc – the UK’s ‘High-Tech Supercluster’
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st April 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster Chair Roz Bird has presented government representatives with a document in which 15 of the region’s leading science and tech organisations call on Downing Street to work wit…
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Now is the best time to focus on what comes next.
room44 Ltd
1st April 2020
For many businesses, Q4 may be the next best time to launch an innovation, internally or externally. But now is the best time to focus on what comes next.
For millions of people sent home from the workplace, t…
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Contracts and Coronavirus – What are your rights?
Howes Percival LLP
31st March 2020
The world is currently gripped by the outbreak of COVID-19. For many businesses, this has made performance of contractual obligations difficult or even impossible. Many factors have come in to play: travel rest…
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COVID-19 – Employee rights to statutory sick pay (SSP) and company sick pay
Howes Percival LLP
31st March 2020
WHEN SSP IS PAYABLE?
In order to qualify, the employee must be absent from work due to incapacity. This generally requires the employee to be diagnosed with COVID-19 or exhibited symptoms. However, regulation …
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Child arrangements during coronavirus – how do you maintain contact while social distancing?
Howes Percival LLP
31st March 2020
Laura Clay-Harris explores the issues faced by separated parents during the Coronavirus pandemic and in light of the government guidance to cut down on all non-essential travel and social contact.
The cou…
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Cash is King – The impact of coronavirus on business cash flow
Howes Percival LLP
31st March 2020
[Given the rapidly moving picture, this is an update of our article with the same title originally posted on 13 March 2020.]
COVID-19 has had a dramatic impact on many businesses. The state of affairs unfoldin…
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Claim your R&D Grant Now!
CED Accountancy Services Ltd
30th March 2020
Claim your R&D Grant Now!
The government’s Innovate UK SMART Grants: January 2020 closes for applications on the 22 April 2020 at 12:00pm.
The Grant is aimed at businesses looking to advance technol…
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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Furloughed Workers
Howes Percival LLP
30th March 2020
The UK Government announced a plan to avoid mass redundancies through the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic by offering to cover 80 per cent of workers’ wages for three months starting (retrospectively) fro…
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Self-Employed Income Support Scheme
Blaser Mills Law
30th March 2020
The Chancellor has announced the Job Protection Scheme to save individuals throughout the UK from losing their employment due to the Covid-19 crisis. However, there was a distinct lack of support provided for s…
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Covid-19 : Commercial Landlord and Tenant
Woodfines Solicitors
26th March 2020
During these unprecedented times, we wanted to provide you with up-to-date information regarding landlords and tenants and their rights during covid-19.
The Government’s decision to impose a lock…
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Coronavirus Job protection Scheme
Blaser Mills Law
25th March 2020
On Friday, Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced an “unprecedented” intervention to protect jobs through “The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme” and all UK businesses, irres…
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Deferring a financial crisis – why the self-employed are looking for more from the Government
Blaser Mills Law
25th March 2020
The Government has announced ‘unprecedented’ measures for businesses to support them in these difficult economic times.
Those measures include:
Postponing payment of VAT bills un…
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THE CORONAVIRUS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOAN SCHEME (CBILS)
Blaser Mills Law
25th March 2020
THE CORONAVIRUS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOAN SCHEME (CBILS)
CBILS is a new scheme, announced by The Chancellor that can provide facilities of up to £5m for smaller businesses across the UK who are experien…
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Coronavirus FAQ for businesses
Blaser Mills Law
25th March 2020
As of today (25 March), more than 8,000 people in the UK have tested positive for Covid-19. As well as the impact on public health, the pandemic has also had major repercussions for most, if not all, businesses…
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New SME Virtual Pub Launched!
Longhurst
23rd March 2020
We’re launching an SME Virtual Pub event, to be held every week via Zoom.
As a business ourselves, the focus of these socials will be for business owners and leaders to get together to share life today, …
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Delta technologies built into vehicle “that could transform future mobility”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
20th March 2020
Technology developed at by STC member Delta Motorsport has played a significant role in the design of a new autonomous vehicle platform unveiled by legendary F1 designer, Professor Gordon Murray CBE, at one of …
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Hexegic – Covid 19 Remote Working Advice
Hexegic
20th March 2020
Hexegic - Cyber Awareness
How secure is your remote working?
Friday 20 March
How secure does your business feel with all your staff working from home?
If someone had told you twelve months a…
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Covid19 – a Force Majeure?
Woodfines Solicitors
20th March 2020
The outbreak of Coronavirus and subsequent spread across the world has become the hottest news subject of the year so far. From the initial outbreak in the Hubei Province in China, it has now reached England&rs…
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And in other news, this isn’t forever. Focus on what you want.
room44 Ltd
20th March 2020
Plan for normality and keep a focus on the future, whenever and whatever that might be. The highly unusual situation we’re in isn’t forever.
It’d be foolish to underestimate the effect that C…
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UK Space sector look to Silverstone Technology Cluster for future solutions
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th March 2020
Please click here to watch the summary video now available on our STC Youtube channel.
Leading figures from the Space sector have encouraged STC members to explore business opportunities and potentially to tap…
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COVID 19: Employers – Preparing for lay-offs & short-time working
Blaser Mills Law
19th March 2020
Many UK businesses are experiencing a drastic decline in business as a result of COVID-19. Customers socially distancing may lead to a fall in sales; employees self-isolating may slow production.
Businesses ma…
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Longhurst nominated for the professions premier awards
Longhurst
19th March 2020
We couldn’t be prouder to announce that Longhurst has been nominated for two Money Marketing 2020 awards:
Best Next Generation Advice Firm of the Year, and
Small Advice Firm of the Year
The Money M…
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STC Ventures Into Space
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th March 2020
Please click here to watch the summary video now available on our STC Youtube channel.
The cluster took a giant leap into space this week at an event focusing on The UK Space Sector. Part of our new STC &lsquo…
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Urgent Appeal for Ventilator Production – can you help?
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th March 2020
This morning Make UK CEO, Stephen Phipson, and a number of manufacturers will be joining a call with the Prime Minister to discuss the urgent manufacture of ventilators.
Make UK are looking for UK businesses w…
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Government praise for STC’s “excellent tech & start-up companies”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
14th March 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster members were name-checked by Minister of State for Trade Policy Greg Hands in reply to new Buckingham MP Greg Smith in the House of Commons.
Greg Smith called on the government t…
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LDC launches 2020 search to find the UK’s Most Ambitious Business Leaders
LDC
13th March 2020
LDC has launched its 2020 search to uncover Britain’s most ambitious entrepreneurs, inviting business leaders from all over the UK to enter the Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme.
Now in its th…
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Solid Solutions secures significant investment from LDC to accelerate growth strategy
LDC
13th March 2020
Solid Solutions, a market leading reseller of 3D design software, has secured a minority investment from mid-market private equity investor LDC to accelerate organic growth. As part of the deal, Solid Solutions…
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AI & Machine Learning focus for fifth special interest group
Silverstone Technology Cluster
13th March 2020
Now is the perfect time for the STC to form a new special interest group (SIG) focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, says CEO Pim van Baarsen.
A formation meeting was held with interes…
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You don’t need to worry about emerging trends…
room44 Ltd
12th March 2020
but it depends on how you see it.
Perspective comes in many shapes and sizes.
Here’s an example:
‘“…I’m overdue for a Donald.”
Donald…?
“Trump,” she explained.
Thank God for that, I thou…
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FIA Environment and Sustainability commission seat & high profile appearance for STC Ambassador Cristiana Pace
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th March 2020
In addition to appearing at the globally renowned Transforming Transportation conference, Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) Ambassador Cristiana Pace has been appointed to represent Motorsport UK on world mo…
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Plenty of thought leadership with STC’s latest members
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th March 2020
Specialising in composite materials, redefining corporate social responsibility and expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) are among the skills of three businesses that have just helped take the STC’s …
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#53 – Mastermind Sessions #6 – Women in Motorsport
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th March 2020
In episode #53 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Sessions #6 ‘Women in Motorsport‘
In partnership with Silverstone Park, and aired on International Women’s Day 2020, Ch…
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F1 Fan Survey
Point Zero Zero One Limited
5th March 2020
Which F1 driver do you think would win a 100 metre sprint?
Will a woman be competing in F1 within 5 years?
Where would you like to see a Grand Prix held?
And more.....
Ahead of the F1 season, motorsport ins…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster launches Gender Equality & Diversity Committee
Silverstone Technology Cluster
5th March 2020
The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC), supported by Silverstone Park, has confirmed a new Gender Equality & Diversity Committee to encourage both latest practices in business and an overhaul of outdated …
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#52 – Mastermind Sessions #5 – Women in Engineering
Inside Silverstone Podcast
5th March 2020
In episode #52 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Sessions #5 ‘Women in Engineering‘
In partnership with Silverstone Park, and in the run up to International Women’s Day…
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Cluster Showcases Digital & Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Silverstone Technology Cluster
5th March 2020
At an interactive STC Technology Showcase event last week, Digital & Advanced Manufacturing technology companies gathered to present their tech from across the cluster. Barclays at Eagle Lab in Cranfield we…
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The Power of LinkedIn – Our Next Seminar
CED Accountancy Services Ltd
4th March 2020
CEDAS is hosting its next, free, not to miss seminar on LinkedIn marketing. Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn? Do you know how it really works? In our next seminar we are exploring how LinkedIn…
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room44 diversifies into eBikes – announcement
room44 Ltd
2nd March 2020
Business needs to start walking the environmental walk – or riding it.
room44 diversifies into eBikes.
Leading innovation consultancy room44 is delighted to announce its latest venture: teaming up with w…
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Stop saying your prayers: ‘Act of God’ clauses and how to use them
Blaser Mills Law
2nd March 2020
Cyber-attacks, viruses and data breaches. We can call disruptive events like these ‘force majeure’ events, or ‘Acts of God’, when they are out of our control. Other examples may include …
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#51 Mastermind Sessions #4 – Women in Technology
Inside Silverstone Podcast
2nd March 2020
In episode #51 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Sessions #4 ‘Women in Technology‘
In partnership with Digital Northampton, and in the run up to International Women’s D…
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STC’s ability to “create impact” attracts The Open University
Silverstone Technology Cluster
28th February 2020
The Open University (OU) has become a member of the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) and will use its research to benefit commercial products.
The OU is the leading university for flexible, innovative teac…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster Annual Conference confirmed for 21 May
Silverstone Technology Cluster
27th February 2020
“Unrivalled” line-up of ‘future technology’ speakers
Event “will inspire tech community for business success”
The Silverstone Technology Cluster’s (STC) A…
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Developing the Next Generation of Smart Connected Products
Altair Engineering
26th February 2020
The 5th Altair Electromagnetic Simulation SeminarFREE Seminar | 31st March 2020 | HMS Belfast, London
Manufacturers are integrating sensors and antennas into a huge range of products to create innovative smart…
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FULL EDITION OF BRUKER ALICONA METROLOGY NEWS NOW AVAILABLE
FULL EDITION OF BRUKER ALICONA METROLOGY NEWS NOW AVAILABLE
24th February 2020
Bruker Alicona have released a newsletter describing their range of Automated Optical Metrology solutions for Industry and is available
if you CLICK HERE.
It features how to combine optical 3D metrology wi…
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How would you perform measurement on these complex parts?
How would you perform measurement on these complex parts?
21st February 2020
The Bruker Alicona optical measurement cobots allow detailed and high resolution measurements on large and difficult to measure components.
This part, on display at an exhibition in Italy is being used to me…
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Inside Silverstone podcast reaches 50 interviews!
Silverstone Technology Cluster
21st February 2020
The ‘Inside Silverstone’ podcast – including interviews with Silverstone Park occupiers and business members of the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) – has celebrated its 50th episode…
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Should you be considering how to use Entrepreneurs’ Relief before the budget?
Howes Percival LLP
20th February 2020
As our brand new chancellor of the exchequer Rishi Sunak prepares for his first Budget, history suggests that if the Government wants to make unpopular changes to tax we should expect them this year.
One are…
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Are your contracts disaster-proof?
Howes Percival LLP
20th February 2020
Coronavirus, flooding, bush-fires, extreme weather, civil disturbance – although rare and unpredictable, all are happening with increasing frequency and can severely disrupt supply chains and prevent perf…
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Metrology Solutions from Bruker Alicona
Metrology Solutions from Bruker Alicona
20th February 2020
The latest news from Bruker Alicona is available in the latest newsletter at http://bit.ly/38Htafq
In this publication there are news stories about how to combine optical 3D metrology and collaborative ro…
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VouchedFor Top Rated Adviser & Advice Firm 2020
Longhurst
12th February 2020
We couldn’t be happier to announce that Longhurst Limited has been awarded the status of Top Rated Firm 2020, and Chris Broome Top Rated Adviser 2020, by The Times newspaper this weekend.
And, it&rsq…
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Exploring how to Do Business in China
Silverstone Technology Cluster
12th February 2020
To kickstart our new Business Growth event series for 2020, we held an interactive seminar exploring how to do business in China. Kindly hosted by our STC members, Howes Percival, this event provided a close lo…
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DIY Investor? Be warned …
Longhurst
10th February 2020
Despite the advantages, relatively few people speak to a financial planner or adviser before making important decisions with their money.
A survey carried out by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as part o…
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The way you do anything is the way you do everything. Innovation in 2020.
room44 Ltd
7th February 2020
2020 is 10% done. How was it for you? The next obvious question is, what has been different so far this year? It’s not always easy to read but it is true to say that the way you do anything is the way you…
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As vehicle complexity increases, the need for more physical testing can be negated by the use of careful and efficient modelling and simulation.
Claytex Services
3rd February 2020
electric & hybrid vehicle technology international magazine feature Claytex – A safe future
As vehicle complexity increases, the need for more physical testing can be negated by the use of caref…
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Future of EVs Examined at ACES SIG Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd February 2020
Our Autonomous, Connected, Electrified and Shared (ACES) Special Interest Group (SIG) took a deep dive into the future of electrification at last week’s over-subscribed event. Kindly hosted by Hexagon, th…
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Changes to Entrepreneurs’ Relief
EMW
29th January 2020
Take advantage of the relief before it is lost!
What is Entrepreneurs’ Relief (“ER”)?Essentially ER acts as a reduction in capital gains tax; individuals who realise qualifying gains pa…
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New Banking and Finance Partner for Howes Percival
Howes Percival LLP
28th January 2020
Howes Percival has appointed banking expert, Ian Ilersic, as Banking and Finance Partner. Ian has worked in both private practice at leading city law firms and more recently as Head of Legal at D…
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To find out why you do what you do, ask the people you trained.
room44 Ltd
27th January 2020
Perspective is a funny thing. We all think we have it, but are often caught out by somebody else’s view.
Example
Her: Dad, can I go to Reading Festival in the summer?
Me: But you’ll just be sixte…
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#50 Tim Maccabee – Ducati UK
Inside Silverstone Podcast
22nd January 2020
In our landmark 50th episode your host, Chris Broome, interviews Tim Maccabee, Managing Director of Ducati UK
Listen as Tim explains his two decade career at Ducati; his love for all things motorbikes, Moto GP…
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Scale up for success drop in clinic
Scale up for success drop in clinic
21st January 2020
Do you want to develop & grow your business?Want to know what options are available to fund your growth?Speak to the experts and find out how you can boost your business at the scale up for success drop-in …
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Breakthrough Breakfast
Breakthrough Breakfast
21st January 2020
How to have the competitive edge without burning out
Following the success of our last Breakthrough Breakfast event Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors and Hillier Hopkins invite you to their next free seminar with a g…
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#49 Matthew Haskins – Lotus Silverstone
Inside Silverstone Podcast
15th January 2020
In episode #49 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Matthew Haskins, Managing Director at Lotus Silverstone.
Listen as Matthew explains his journey spanning Arcadia Group, Land Rover, Audi, Ferrari, Maserati, t…
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Stopping Scammers in their Tracks
Longhurst
15th January 2020
Fraud is a constant worry when it comes to our personal finances.
We need to remain vigilant to the dangers of scammers, especially in our online banking and shopping.
Fraudsters haven’t moved exclu…
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#48 Robert Cain – Blaser Mills
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th January 2020
In episode #48 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Robert Cain, Partner at Blaser Mills.
Listen as Robert explains a legal career spanning all things biscuits and confectionary, commercial and brand protection…
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Open Meeting to form a new AI & Machine Learning Special Interest Group
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th January 2020
We invite you to join us for an open meeting on 21st January, 2020 to discuss the formation of a new Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Special Interest Group.
TO REGISTER: click here (free to attend…
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This is how you manage the change that’s forecast in your market.
room44 Ltd
6th January 2020
Newsfeeds and social media are signalling disruption in every corner of our lives in this decade. Learn how to avoid being reactive to every shift in customer behaviour, and how to anticipate what to do next.
…
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Employment Law 2020: What to Expect
Howes Percival LLP
2nd January 2020
2019 was a busy year for new employment legislation with minimum wage increases, more details in payslips, and increased penalties for “aggravated” breaches of employment law to £20,000. The #…
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Make UK National Annual Conference 2020 – member offer
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th December 2019
Date: 25th February 2020
Location: QEII Centre, Westminster, London,
Website: www.manufacturingconference.co.uk
Hashtag: #MakeUK2020
As the voice of manufacturing, our partner Make UK is bringing together i…
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#47 Jon Hilton – MD Lunaz Design & STC Ambassador
Inside Silverstone Podcast
18th December 2019
In episode #47 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Jon Hilton, MD of Lunaz Design & STC Ambassador.
Listen as Jon explains his amazing career, from Rolls Royce, to Cosworth Racing, Arrows F1, Renault F1, a…
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Work Experience – In Kyle’s Words
Longhurst
18th December 2019
During the week of December 9th 2019, Longhurst hosted Kyle Bates, a Cardiff University economics student, for work experience.
It was a huge success, with us then asking Kyle to write his thoughts and ans…
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14 Steps to Lifetime Investor Success
Longhurst
17th December 2019
Put simply, follow these 14 steps and with a fair wind you’ll be a successful lifetime investor.
Pay off all nonsense debt
Take control of your expenses
…
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Deadline approaching for £300m ‘future flight’ possibilities for STC region’s businesses
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th December 2019
Businesses within the Silverstone Technology Cluster region are being urged to act quickly if they are to potentially take advantage of a £125m fund and play a role in the UK Government’s ‘Fut…
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Future Thinking with Robotics, VR and Blockchain at DSM SIG Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
13th December 2019
At our Design, Simulation & Metrology Special Interest Group event this week, hosted by Grant Thornton in Milton Keynes, we explored technologies and processes set to change the look of ‘Business of t…
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10 things you don’t need to know, yet. Or do you?
room44 Ltd
13th December 2019
During project research, we stumble across thousands of facts that can’t be used for that project but are still interesting – maybe we’ll be able to use them one day. Below are just ten exampl…
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Additive Manufacturing capability and capacity increased in preparation for Silverstone based Digital Manufacturing Centre
K W Special Projects Limited
12th December 2019
High performance engineering and additive manufacturing specialists K W Special Projects (KWSP) has completed a significant step towards the development of the new Digital Manufacturing Centre (DMC) opening at …
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#46 Digital Northampton
Inside Silverstone Podcast
11th December 2019
In episode #46 your host, Chris Broome, interviews David Bevan and Richard Beards from Digital Northampton.
Listen as David and Richard introduce the what/why/who/where of all things ‘DN’; digital …
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STC membership continues to rise into 2020
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th December 2019
Having broken through the 100 mark in September, Silverstone Technology Cluster’s membership has continued to grow and at the end of November stood at 112.
The vast majority of members are businesses ope…
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Should you grow or scale?
room44 Ltd
9th December 2019
When a business gets to a certain size, the next step is, usually, to grow it. This is a critical point in a company’s lifecycle when the real question is ‘do we grow or do we scale?’
Founders go through…
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Cybersecurity is there a skills gap?
Cybersecurity is there a skills gap?
6th December 2019
“A cybersecurity skills gap demands thinking outside the box”. “Why the cybersecurity skills shortage is a real nightmare”. “Overcoming the cybersecurity labor shortage”. Every week we see new headl…
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New Wearable Tech group can open medical sector opportunities for STC members
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th December 2019
The STC is to form a fourth special interest group (SIG) for members focusing on Wearable Technology.
CEO Pim van Baarsen said interest from members businesses has exceeded expectations and plans to form the c…
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#45 Shai Vyakarnam – Entrepreneurship Mentor and Ambassador for the STC.
Inside Silverstone Podcast
4th December 2019
In episode #45 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Shai Vyakarnam, Entrepreneurship Mentor, and Ambassador for the STC.
Listen as Shai explains his fascinating career; from Founding Director of the Cen…
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Innovation Zone a hit with STC member businesses at AES 2019
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd December 2019
Smaller tech businesses have praised the Silverstone Technology Cluster for helping to promote them with a special Innovation Zone at the UK’s biggest show for advanced engineering and manufacturing.
The…
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Coping with rising school fees
Longhurst
2nd December 2019
Rising private school fees are placing a financial strain on parents.
Many parents consider independent education to be the best choice for their children. But they are increasingly turning to alternative …
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Chinese market the focus at special STC event in February
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th November 2019
Industry and academia have warmly welcomed a new event for Silverstone Technology Cluster members in 2020 called ‘Doing Business In China’.
The event will take place on Tuesday 11 February and is i…
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#44 Richard Wiggins – Founder Pixel Creation
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th November 2019
In episode #44 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Richard Wiggins, Founder of Pixel Creation, and Ambassador for the STC.
Listen as Richard introduces how Pixel are supporting local businesses with all things…
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The Case for Cyber Risk Management
Hexegic
27th November 2019
The Case for Cyber Security Risk Management
We’ve all heard the headlines about data breaches at the likes of TalkTalk, Metro Bank, Wonga, and Yahoo. But unless you are really tech-savvy, ‘cyber se…
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Open meeting for new AI & Machine Learning Special Interest Group
Silverstone Technology Cluster
21st November 2019
We invite you to join us for an open meeting on January 21st, 2020 to discuss the formation of a new Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Special Interest Group.
TO REGISTER: click here (free to a…
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Praise for Silverstone Technology Cluster after Advanced Engineering Show success
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th November 2019
The Silverstone Technology Cluster has revealed over 2,500 people from high-tech engineering and manufacturing – a rise of 40% – visited its VIP Lounge at this year’s Advanced Engineering Show…
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#43 Richard White – CEO Incentivesmart
Inside Silverstone Podcast
19th November 2019
In episode #43 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Richard White, CEO of tech business Incentivesmart.
Listen as Richard explains his career journey from events and hospitality; to becoming a winning entrepren…
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#42 Ray Meadham – CEO Multiview Media
Inside Silverstone Podcast
13th November 2019
In episode #42 your host, Chris Broome takes a slightly different approach and interviews the owner of a brand new start-up - Ray Meadham CEO of Multiview Media.
Listen as Ray introduces Multiview Media, how t…
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The way you do anything is the way you do everything.
room44 Ltd
12th November 2019
To look for insight where you’ve always looked, or where you know your competitors look, isn’t going to provide you with business insulation.
The eruption of new business start-ups and the resultan…
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TotalSim opens ‘Olympic standard’ Sports Engineering Hub
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th November 2019
STC member TotalSim has officially opened a 26,400 sq ft Sports Engineering Hub for world class athletes.
The Hub (SSEH), with funding from Buckinghamshire Local Enterprise Partnership, is now fully operationa…
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Business awards for STC members Silverstone Park & Longhurst
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th November 2019
STC members Silverstone Park and Longhurst Ltd both collected awards at the recent SME South Northamptonshire Business Awards.
MEPC’s Silverstone Park business estate, a founding member of the STC, was r…
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5 Tips to Decrease Risk in your Investment Portfolio
Longhurst
7th November 2019
I was asked a question this week by a new prospective client about what strategy Longhurst employs to offer protection against downside market volatility.
A question asked because the other ‘Wealth M…
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#41 Chris Gorne – Technical Director – Envision Virgin Racing Formula E
Inside Silverstone Podcast
6th November 2019
In episode #41 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Chris Gorne – Technical Director – Envision Virgin Racing Formula E.
Listen as Chris explains his impressive racing career; from Reynard Raci…
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STC Chair urges Arc to consider ‘multiplier effect’ at Westminster conference
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th November 2019
Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) Chair Roz Bird’s call for a cross-industry ‘super cluster’ in the Oxford-Milton Keynes-Cambridge Arc has been welcomed by politicians and developers at an …
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Silverstone Park Promoted within the Financial Planning Space
Longhurst
31st October 2019
Two weeks ago I spoke to 200 of the UK's leading financial planners and experts, about my journey launching Longhurst.
Part of the underlying message was to be authentic in your approach to supporting whatever…
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Hallelujah for the lifecycle!
room44 Ltd
29th October 2019
Like a great song, a product can have a development trajectory. Here’s how a product can be nurtured over the 2020 – 2030 decade.
1984
When Leonard Cohen released Hallelujah, probably his most rec…
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‘Sustainable’ shouldn’t mean ‘a bit less crap’.
room44 Ltd
16th October 2019
Go to a packaging or any other trade show, and see the plethora of ‘sustainable’ claims displayed on stands.
The initiative to reduce consumption of virgin raw materials is well-intentioned. Consum…
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ACES Infrastructure – Challenges, realities and possibilities
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th October 2019
On 11th October, our ACES Special Interest Group was immersed in considering the challenges of future ACES infrastructure. The challenges are not only prevalent in the physical environment, but also in the…
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All you need is Love
Longhurst
11th October 2019
At Longhurst we’re not afraid to talk about things that could be deemed a little squishy, like feelings, and emotions, and dare we say, about happiness.
Life goes so very fast that you’d be excused for ge…
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5 Key Considerations When Printing Direct-to-Shape
5 Key Considerations When Printing Direct-to-Shape
9th October 2019
Digital printing has come a long way since its inception and use for flat surfaces. Although flat substrates still make up the majority of digital printing applications, we are seeing an increase in inkjet&rsqu…
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Increased presence for STC’s members at Advanced Engineering Show
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th October 2019
Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) and its members will have an increased presence at the forthcoming Advanced Engineering Show at NEC Birmingham (30-31 October).
With support from founding member, Silversto…
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Data kills innovation.
room44 Ltd
8th October 2019
Innovation, ‘new’ product development and creative strategy all have one thing in common; they are forward thinking concepts. Ideas that you have today will launch in the future, into a future marke…
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The Benefits of Self Build Modular Displays
The Benefits of Self Build Modular Displays
7th October 2019
If you’re currently considering your display options for exhibiting at trade shows, you don’t need to feel limited by shell schemes or, at the other end of the scale, bespoke built stands with their…
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16 October – Open planning meeting for new Wearable Technology Group
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd October 2019
16 October from 8.30 – 11.00am at Silverstone Park Innovation Centre
Join us for an open planning meeting to discuss the formation of a new Wearable Technology Special Interest Group. If you ha…
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First DSM SIG Event Sparks Great Debate
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd October 2019
On 26th September, our recently formed Design, Simulation & Metrology (DSM) Special Interest Group's "Getting Ready for an Electric Future" event got off to an explosive start when Dr Paul Faithfull of Pot…
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Cyber Resilience
Hexegic
1st October 2019
STC members heavily rely on technology and intellectual property created in the course of their activities, what if one or both of those were denied to your business, how long could it survive?
Hexegic…
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We’re 50!
Dolleymores
30th September 2019
Dolleymores celebrates 50 years of providing Patent, Trade Mark, Design Protection and Copyright services and advice to clients throughout the region, and also nationally and internationally, &nb…
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SME SOUTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE AWARD WINNERS!
Longhurst
27th September 2019
I couldn’t be happier to announce that our business, Longhurst, won Best Website of the Year at last night’s SME South Northamptonshire Business Awards.
What the Judges said
In a competitive cat…
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Don’t React to the Markets
Longhurst
26th September 2019
Question = do you think attempting to time the markets, in order to avoid the perceived potential losses created by temporary volatility, actually helps or hinders your portfolios long-term performance?
What d…
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Precrastination. Loading the front end of the creative process.
room44 Ltd
19th September 2019
We all procrastinate. It’s time for my lunchtime run, but I’ll just finish working through these emails… The lawn needs mowing, but I think I’ll go for that run I missed at lunchtime&he…
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ANDREW MILLER AND GRAHAM PREW BOOST JRM STAFF PROFILE
JRM Group
13th September 2019
JRM appoints Andrew Miller as Chief Designer
Graham Prew rejoins the company as Senior Commercial Manager
JRM celebrate key staffing changes after successful recruitment for senior positions. The Daventry…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast: Mastermind Session on The Future of Mobility
Silverstone Technology Cluster
12th September 2019
The STC recently teamed up with Chris Broome of Longhurst to showcase the added-value each professional advice firm within the STC can provide to all members, including businesses, their owners and their emp…
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Inject Innovation into Electric Vehicles by Maximising the Potential of Simulation
Altair Engineering
12th September 2019
In our everyday lives, we are experiencing the impact of digital technology with increased connectivity facilitating the explosion of big data. Simulation technologies are also developing rapidly. However…
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From visual tool control to electronics & cyber security!
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th September 2019
As the STC celebrates reaching 100-plus members, the variety of companies being attracted by its offering has been further highlighted by the services provided by three of its most recent subscribers: Coplan, D…
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Commercial meetings with Indian & Chinese delegations for STC businesses
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th September 2019
Member businesses experienced the global pull of the organisation in July when they were invited to meet with senior trade delegates from India and China.
The STC’s links with the Department for Internationa…
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“100 membership reveals demand for STC”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th September 2019
Silverstone Technology Cluster has broken through the ‘100 members’ barrier although CEO Pim van Baarsen says “a tremendous renewal rate” has made him just as proud.
As of August 28th, the total number…
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Measure your business in dogs.
room44 Ltd
30th August 2019
Old dog
My last dog made it to fifteen. Coincidentally, this is about the lifecycle of a successful company today. Sure, there are exceptions, but fifteen years is the average brand lifecycle now accordin…
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Video review of ACES event – The Future Ecosystem
Silverstone Technology Cluster
30th August 2019
Lights! Camera! Action!
Enjoy a video recap of our ACES event from 17 July looking at "The Future Ecosystem".
If you haven't yet discovered our STC Youtube Channel, take a tour of our growing library here…
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Trends spotted early mean new business. Trends spotted early and ignored, don’t.
room44 Ltd
28th August 2019
This is a tale of missed opportunity. It features an emerging trend, an industry struggling to grow and short-term decision making.
In March 2017, we picked up chatter about a concept that we thought would int…
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Buy commercial property with your pension pot!
Buy commercial property with your pension pot!
28th August 2019
A SIPP (Self Invested Personal Pension) is the chosen pension taxation wrapper for business owners and those savers who want access to a much wider choice of investment fund.
We offer a specialist SIPP advis…
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Meet the Board: David Brown
Silverstone Technology Cluster
27th August 2019
While he has a penchant for WWII memorabilia, nothing quite matches David’s passion for metrology which is probably why he has been the perfect person to oversee Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s activit…
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STC members shortlisted for business awards
Silverstone Technology Cluster
23rd August 2019
Three STC members have been revealed as finalists at this year’s SME Northamptonshire Business Awards.
Founding/Board member Silverstone Park has been shortlisted in the South Northamptonshire Business o…
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#40 Season Two Finale – Chris Broome – The Power of Financial Planning!
Inside Silverstone Podcast
21st August 2019
In episode #40 your host, Chris Broome, closes season two with a personal note for all of the shows loyal listeners.
Listen as Chris explains the value and power that proper financial planning has on the house…
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Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub Open Day Event
TotalSim Ltd
21st August 2019
Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub (SSEH) has been created by Aerodynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experts TotalSim.
Through their extensive experience working with Team GB and other elite athle…
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Keeping you on the road: Woodfines’ latest newsletter for the road transport industry
Keeping you on the road: Woodfines’ latest newsletter for the road transport industry
21st August 2019
Woodfines Solicitors' latest 'Wheels' newsletter for the road transport industry features articles on:
smart tachographs
historic drivers' hours offences
health and safety
simple steps to compliance
…
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MATLAB integration into Industrial Automation PLC platforms.
Beckhoff Automation Ltd
19th August 2019
MATLAB integration into Beckhoff Automation's IPC platform, IEC 61131-3 Visual Studio based TwinCAT environment.
Beckhoff Automation are holding event at our technical centre in Huntingdon on Wednesd…
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Super Cluster debate “better than Question Time!”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th August 2019
STC Chair Roz Bird has further argued the case for a cross-industry ‘super cluster’ to boost the Cambridge-Oxford growth corridor’s fortunes.
Roz explained the great potential of the high-tec…
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Business Growth Programme – New briefing event schedule released
Business Growth Programme – New briefing event schedule released
16th August 2019
The new briefing event schedule for the February 2020 intake of Cranfield School of Management's Business Growth Programme is now live.
The Business Growth Programme is the UK’s longest running pro…
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Major motorsport battery contract for STC member Delta
Silverstone Technology Cluster
15th August 2019
STC member Delta Motorsport will supply batteries for new hybrid systems being introduced into one of the world’s biggest motorsport arenas.
Delta will design, develop and manufacture the batteries for C…
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#39 Mastermind Sessions #3 – The Future of Mobility
Inside Silverstone Podcast
14th August 2019
In episode #39 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Session #3 named ‘The Future of Mobility.’
We are joined by Chris Kirby (Tomorrow’s Journey); Luke Rust (Immense Simulations…
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If it’s a good idea for 2050, it’s a good idea for now.
room44 Ltd
12th August 2019
Companies are recognising that consumers are attracted to brands who do more than just tell them how great they are. Brands with a purpose rate more highly in the EQ stakes (for more about EQ/Emotional Quotie…
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There’s magic in these Circles
There’s magic in these Circles
9th August 2019
Last year I was lucky enough to entice OD Consultant and Exec Team Coach Gill Martin to come and work with me at Clearworks, delivering our flagship programme in the STEM, Biotechnology and Medtech sector: Clea…
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#38 Debra Charles – CEO Novacroft
Inside Silverstone Podcast
7th August 2019
In episode #38 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Debra Charles, CEO Novacroft, and former Westinghouse and Apple.
This powerful episode explores how kindness and caring has enabled Debra to develop a UK lead…
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All-time high for landlord remortgaging
Longhurst
5th August 2019
With challenging times in the buy-to-let property market, landlords are increasingly looking for ways to maintain their income and secure returns from their portfolios.
According to new figures, the proportion…
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#37 Chris Horton – Performance Projects
Inside Silverstone Podcast
31st July 2019
In episode #37 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Chris Horton, MD of Performance Projects.
With the recent Silverstone Grand Prix still fresh in our minds, listen as Chris explains his journey from Cosworth …
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Bruker Alicona Free White Paper Available
Silverstone Technology Cluster
25th July 2019
CHALLENGES FOR MANUFACTURERS
Free White Paper - Non-contact and highly accurate measurement of critical turbine engine components (also of all precision components)
Turbine engines are highly speciali…
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#36 Dolores Sanders – Total Control Pro
Inside Silverstone Podcast
24th July 2019
In episode #36 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Dolores Sanders - Co Founder - Total Control Pro.
Listen as Dolores explains how their cloud-based solution is empowering both employees and management; the r…
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SME Business Award Nomination …. !
Longhurst
22nd July 2019
I am absolutely delighted to announce that Longhurst has been nominated for a Northamptonhire SME Business Award in the ‘Best Website of the Year’ category.
Direct from the SME …
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Addressing the motherhood pension penalty
Longhurst
20th July 2019
When it comes to pensions, women often get a raw deal, relative to men.
Lower lifetime earnings, combined with career breaks to raise children and care for relatives, are factors which result in less money in …
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ACES Group debates Future Ecosystem Challenges
Silverstone Technology Cluster
18th July 2019
Links to all the Presentations from this event are available below.
A gathering of future-focused people from across the ACES community met yesterday to explore a wide range of challenging issues. Kindly hoste…
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#35 Professor Mark Jenkins – Business Strategy & Formula One Expert
Inside Silverstone Podcast
17th July 2019
In episode #35 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Professor Mark Jenkins – Business Strategy & Formula One Expert – Cranfield University School of Management.
Listen as Mark talks all things F…
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STC appoints first female ambassadors
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th July 2019
Cristiana Pace and Julia Muir have been appointed to Silverstone Technology Cluster as the first female ambassadors.
Cristiana is a relatively new face to the STC membership. She has covered senior engineering…
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What you do 276 times a year, and why you must stop.
room44 Ltd
15th July 2019
This may be a bit uncomfortable for some of you, so let’s start by talking about something that many people find funny.
I’m from Cornwall, and for many years there’s been a small but vocal …
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#34 Mastermind Sessions – Business Challenges: Addressing the Skills Gap
Inside Silverstone Podcast
10th July 2019
In episode #34 your host, Chris Broome, holds Mastermind Session #2 named Business Challenges: Addressing the Skills Gap
We are joined by Jon Corbett (Barclays); Mark Clement (Grant Thornton); a…
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SME Grant opportunities and ‘Growth Through Green – Ready to Scale’ Programme
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th July 2019
Calling all SMEs! Exciting funding and support opportunities are available now!
Read on to learn about several opportunities offered through the IMAGE programme, led by Cranfield University in partnership…
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Bruker Alicona at UK Events
Bruker Alicona at UK Events
8th July 2019
Bruker Alicona have recently joined the Silverstone Technology Cluster and there are a number of events we are attending in the UK in 2019 where we will be exhibiting products from our range of Optical metrolog…
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#33 Steven McCarthy – Mackart Additive
Inside Silverstone Podcast
3rd July 2019
In episode #33 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Steven McCarthy - Founder & MD of Mackart Additive.
Listen as Steven introduces us to the world of 3D printing (additive); the amazing things it can be us…
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What do you do for a living Chris?
Longhurst
1st July 2019
One of the biggest questions I get asked at a dinner party is …. ‘What do you do for the living?’
Within our profession that can often cause a moment of dread, simply because the financi…
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#32 Clive Hartley – Founder – Quarterre
Inside Silverstone Podcast
26th June 2019
In episode #32 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Clive Hartley - Founder of Quarterre.
Listen as Clive explains his creative journey from Porsche Design through to launching a consultancy business with super…
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A filing cabinet of old pensions?
A filing cabinet of old pensions?
26th June 2019
A lifetime of working hard, saving carefully, and raising a family often results in one likely outcome, a filing cabinet full of paperwork that you’ve collected but with no real idea of what it all means …
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Enjoy Video highlights from the STC Annual Conference!
Silverstone Technology Cluster
25th June 2019
Take a look at the highlights of our successful Annual Conference with this great video summary!
As a reminder, you can also review the excellent Presentations on our Conference News Article.
With thanks and …
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Exploring Digital ‘Building Blocks’ at D&AM SIG Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
21st June 2019
On 20 June, at the Barclays Eagle Lab ‘incubation hub’ in Cranfield, our Digital & Advanced Manufacturing Special Interest Group gathered for an event with a difference. The focus was to highlig…
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David is a COO with a problem. David’s CEO wants to innovate.
room44 Ltd
20th June 2019
David got a call from his CEO. Having been to an innovation forum, she wants to introduce a programme of innovation. Where to start?
The company’s not short of good ideas. They have people visiting trade…
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#31 Andrew Grant – CEO Aylesbury Vale District Council
Inside Silverstone Podcast
19th June 2019
In episode #31 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Andrew Grant - CEO Aylesbury Vale District Council.
Listen as Andrew allows us to delve into the inner workings on the District Council; their innovative use …
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Automotive B2B Meetings in Turkey
Eatron Technologies Ltd
18th June 2019
Automotive Meetings Bursa is the only auto supply chain event in Turkey for automotive and aftermarket industry. Engineering, procurement, supply chain, fabrication, commodity teams, suppliers and service provi…
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Neil Woodford – Lessons to Learn
Longhurst
12th June 2019
It’s been a busy week in the world of investing, following the suspension of Neil Woodford’s flagship £3.7bn Equity Income fund.
A high level of withdrawals, combined with some illiquid a…
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#30 Dominic Hopkins – Hewitsons
Inside Silverstone Podcast
12th June 2019
In episode #30 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Dominic Hopkins - Partner, Head of Dispute & Litigation - Hewitsons.
Listen as Dominic shares his journey from the bright lights of Hong Kong to the count…
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Dual-use Collaboration Workshop, 2nd July 2019 at Silverstone
Dual-use Collaboration Workshop, 2nd July 2019 at Silverstone
11th June 2019
Axillium invite you to join their consortium building workshop at Silverstone on July 2nd. This follows the launch of a dual-use collaboration initiative at the Silverstone Technology Cluster An…
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Macro is dead. Long live the mega trend. room44 predicts your micro future.
room44 Ltd
11th June 2019
I started room44 as an innovation consultancy with a vision that we could train teams to plan for their future success by seeing changes in their markets through the eyes of consumers. That we could teach the…
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STC Annual Conference a great success!
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th June 2019
Our second Annual Conference proved a sell-out, so popular this year that a last-minute venue change was needed to include everyone who wanted to come! This is testament to the fast-growing value seen…
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#29 Jon Corbett – Barclays Bank
Inside Silverstone Podcast
5th June 2019
In episode #29 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Jon Corbett - Director & Regional Head of SMEs - Barclays Bank.
Listen as Jon explains how Barclays add value 'Beyond Banking', including their involvemen…
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Gen. Z is the 2020 growth opportunity. Time to get with this programme.
room44 Ltd
3rd June 2019
People often refer to innovation as what happens in the future. But, for us, the future means what happens in this budget year.
In 2019, Millennials still hold the top spot in the most important consumer ranki…
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Women in Enterprise: Breaking down the barriers
Women in Enterprise: Breaking down the barriers
30th May 2019
18 June 2019 | 18:00 – 21:00 | Barclays, London
Please join us for an evening of discussion and insights into the challenges that women in entrepreneurship face and the opportunities availabl…
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Moral ideals for expected inheritances
Longhurst
30th May 2019
It’s often viewed as a taboo. Inheritance.
Some of us shy away from talking about. Others from even thinking about it.
But the reality is that for many, the coming decades will see the passing of bi…
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#28 Luke Rust – Immense Solutions
Inside Silverstone Podcast
29th May 2019
In episode #28 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Luke Rust, Head of Commercial Development at Immense Simulations.
Listen to an insightful discussion on all things mobility; Luke's vision on how technology w…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster set to become part of ‘UK’s innovation capital’ says government
Silverstone Technology Cluster
24th May 2019
The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) is set to become a key part of “the innovation capital of this country” it has heard from the UK government at its Annual Conference this week.
Robert Jenri…
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#27 Tom Haywood – Foresight Group
Inside Silverstone Podcast
22nd May 2019
In episode #27 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Tom Haywood, Investment Manager at Foresight Group.
Tom talks us through how private equity works; what investment managers do to help businesses secure capit…
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T&C’s – Whose applies?
EMW
21st May 2019
Many businesses rely on their standard terms and conditions when selling products or services. This is a preferred contracting method because it minimises negotiation and allows the business to impose favourabl…
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Disruption disrupting innovation. Teachers need to do and doers need to teach.
room44 Ltd
16th May 2019
It’s been suggested that children are too young to sit in classrooms and that they should come back when they’re old enough to know they need to learn something.
In the Innovation Ecosystem podca…
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#26 Colin McGrory – Sandwell UK
Inside Silverstone Podcast
15th May 2019
In episode #26 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Colin McGrory from Sandwell UK.
Listen as Colin explains the fascinating journey from partnering up with the legend that is Sir Jackie Stewart to launch…
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Howes Percival partner co-authors IQ’s ‘Health & Safety Law in Quarries’
Howes Percival LLP
10th May 2019
The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) has relaunched its go-to reference book, Health and Safety Law in Quarries with new content authored by Howes Percival partner, Alan Millband.
Alan specialises in…
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It’s all good, right?
Howes Percival LLP
10th May 2019
In a decision by the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) a tenant has had their claim against a contractor for failure to identify and rectify defects dismissed.
Swansea Stadium Management Company Ltd V Ci…
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Pensions – Not to be underestimated (update)
Howes Percival LLP
10th May 2019
Last month, Laura Clay-Harris of our Family Department reported on the importance of considering pension assets on divorce (read here). More recently, the Financial Times have reported on re…
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Welcome to the team ‘Sian’
Longhurst
8th May 2019
We’re all very lucky to be living on an amazing island (it is .. really), that forms part of a beautiful planet, filled with fascinating and memorable places to visit.
From the country hills or coast…
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#25 – Tobias Knichel – Punch Flybrid
Inside Silverstone Podcast
8th May 2019
In episode # 25 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Tobias Knichel – MD of Punch Flybrid.
Listen as Tobias explains his journey from native Germany and the home of Mercerdes and Porsche, to the rolling c…
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Defined Benefit / Final Salary Pensions
Defined Benefit / Final Salary Pensions
8th May 2019
What is a defined benefit pension?
A defined benefit pension scheme, sometimes called a final salary pension scheme,is one where the sponsoring employer promises to pay out an income based on how much yo…
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Trends in the way we work, part 2. Mastercard almost innovates. But no cigar.
room44 Ltd
6th May 2019
I just heard a lovely exposition on the ways modern corporate business is wrestling with the recruitment issue.
On Reid Hoffman’s Masters of Scale podcast, ironically called Take bigger risks, the s…
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SME Northamptonshire Business Awards 2019
South Northamptonshire Council
3rd May 2019
The SME Northamptonshire Business Awards are a credible opportunity to support and share in the vision to raise the profile of industrious, hardworking and enterprising SMEs working across the county of Northam…
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Trio of New Partners Among 14 Senior Promotions at Howes Percival
Howes Percival LLP
3rd May 2019
Leading regional law firm, Howes Percival has announced 14 senior promotions, including three new partners as it prepares for further growth.
The promotions span Howes Percival’s Cambridge, Leicester, Mi…
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Hoping to Pay All Your Creditors in One Day is Not a Defence
Howes Percival LLP
3rd May 2019
Mark Baldwin of our Insolvency Service team considers the recent decision in Secretary of State for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy v Raymond St John Murphy [2019] EWHC 459 (Ch).
St John…
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#24 Grant Lockhead – OBP Motorsport
Inside Silverstone Podcast
1st May 2019
In episode #24 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Grant Lockhead - MD - OBP Motorsport.
Listen as Grant explains the 3 main divisions of OBP; their wide range of engineering services; and their involvement wi…
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Free Download – ‘Fundamentals of Investing’
Longhurst
29th April 2019
The world of investing can be a complicated place. For a novice investor, taking your first steps to build an investment portfolio can be unsettling.
With this in mind the team at Longhurst have put together a…
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Landlords and Agents: What You Need to Know
Howes Percival LLP
26th April 2019
In the second of our articles about legislative changes affecting residential landlords, we look at the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (“the Act”) which is intended to improve residential letting for tenants …
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Directors Personally Liable for Breach of Employment Contracts
Howes Percival LLP
26th April 2019
In Antuzis and others v DJ Houghton and others, the High Court found directors of the defendant company personally liable for breaches of the claimants’ employment contracts.
The claimants complained tha…
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Workshop on Autonomous Vehicle Simulation and Modelling – 5th June – Claytex HQ, Leamington Spa
Claytex Services
26th April 2019
Here at Claytex we are continuously working to expand the capabilities of our Driver-in-the-loop simulator and to showcase all these new features we are organising a workshop in our Simulation head offi…
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Pension Transfer Gold Standard Award
Longhurst
25th April 2019
”Helping you recognise good practice, ethical and professional standards when seeking financial advice on pension transfers”
The team at Longhurst are delighted to announce that…
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Trends in the way we work, part 1.
room44 Ltd
25th April 2019
Corporates and the battle for staff.
Look through your LinkedIn feed any day of any week and you’ll find a discussion about homeworking. An enlightened manager will be lauded as a visionary for letting…
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#23 James Southall – Hexegic
Inside Silverstone Podcast
24th April 2019
In episode #23 your host, Chris Broome, interviews James Southall - Head of Risk at Hexegic.
Listen as James explains his journey from the war zone of Basra Iraq, to the tech-hub that is the Silv…
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Business Growth Programme – briefing event
Business Growth Programme – briefing event
24th April 2019
Designed specifically for the development of owner-managers, the Business Growth Programme (BGP) is the UK's longest running programme of its kind that helps you create the future you want for your busi…
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Woodfines’ Spring Road Transport Conference 2019
Woodfines’ Spring Road Transport Conference 2019
18th April 2019
You are invited to join Woodfines Solicitors for our annual Road Transport Conference at IWM Duxford in Cambridgeshire.
Date: Thursday 2nd May 2019, from 8:30am
Venue: IWM Duxford
Cost: &p…
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#22 Simon Dowson – Delta Motorsport
Inside Silverstone Podcast
16th April 2019
In episode #22 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Simon Dowson , MD of Delta Motorsport.
Listen as Simon explains his Silverstone journey, from a boy helping his father; to learning his trade at Reynard Motor…
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(Not) Signed, Sealed and Delivered – Do you need to sign a contract to be bound?
Howes Percival LLP
15th April 2019
A recent case has seen the courts confirm that a binding contract can exist even if it’s only been signed by one of the parties. In Anchor 2020 Ltd v Midas Construction Ltd (2019) EWHC 435 (TCC), Midas were e…
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Residential landlords must contribute up to £3,500 to improve energy efficiency of rented homes
Howes Percival LLP
12th April 2019
It’s a busy time for residential landlords, with a raft of new rules and regulations to get to grips with.
In the first of a series of articles, we look at amendments to the Energy Efficiency (Private Re…
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Key Employment Law Changes in April 2019
Howes Percival LLP
12th April 2019
We set out below the key employment law changes taking place in April 2019.
Increase in Statutory Payments
From 1 April 2019, the National Minimum Wage increased as follows:
16 - 17 year olds: £…
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#20 Neil Morgan – MD of Good Fabrications & Danson Joseph – MD of Danecca
Inside Silverstone Podcast
11th April 2019
In episode #20 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Neil Morgan – MD of Good Fabrications & Danson Joseph – MD of Danecca.
Listen as they discuss all things fabrication across F1, Indy Car,…
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#21 Mastermind Sessions – Capital Raising for Dummies
Inside Silverstone Podcast
11th April 2019
In episode #21 your host, Chris Broome, holds the very first of a brand new initiative called, the Mastermind Sessions.
Here Chris will showcase the added-value each professional advice firm within the Si…
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Cyber Security Drop in
Cyber Security Drop in
9th April 2019
The annual global cost of cybercrime is estimated to hit $6 trillion by 2021 as cyber attacks increase in quantity and sophistication every year.
Effective cyber security is rapidly becoming a critical issue o…
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PNB & Charpak feeling “immediate power” of STC membership
Silverstone Technology Cluster
9th April 2019
PNB Mobile and Charpak say membership of the Silverstone Technology Cluster has brought immediate results for their businesses with each being contacted by potential new clients.
Both are among 11 businesses t…
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Meet the Board: Simon Arkell, EMW Law
Silverstone Technology Cluster
9th April 2019
Fascinating fact: one of the STC Board used to race dinghies against sailors who have gone on to win Olympic gold for Team GB. Meet Simon Arkell…
Firstly; the day job. For more than 15 years Simon has b…
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Howes Percival Welcomes No-Fault Divorce Move
Howes Percival LLP
9th April 2019
Leading law firm Howes Percival has welcomed the announcement that divorce laws in England and Wales are to be reformed and no-fault divorce will be introduced.
The decision was made following a public consult…
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Workplace pension – Contributions to rise from 6th April 2019
Workplace pension – Contributions to rise from 6th April 2019
8th April 2019
Introduction
For employers operating defined contribution pension schemes to meet their automatic enrolment requirements, contribution rates are set to rise from 6 April 2019. This is the 2nd successive annual…
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Instant ROI from an innovation project that can be run in a day.
room44 Ltd
5th April 2019
Not being able to anticipate change is a common problem in companies where financial and sales targets rule.It’s really easy for the CFO to kill an idea, a conjecture or to argue a trend because the data …
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Inaugural meeting of the Metrology Special Interest Group well received
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th April 2019
On 2 April, the first Metrology Special Interest Group event was held, hosted by Hexagon at Silverstone Park. Top notch speakers treated us to insights from metrology theory to R&D and real-life business ap…
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Howes Percival Appointed to the Insolvency Service’s £16m Legal Panel
Howes Percival LLP
4th April 2019
Howes Percival has been re-appointed to The Insolvency Service’s legal panel to provide a range of services in England, Wales and Scotland.
The Insolvency Service is an executive agency of the Department…
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Presenting: STC Mastermind Sessions
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd April 2019
The Silverstone Technology Cluster is delighted to announce a new initiative launched in partnership with the Inside Silverstone Podcast.
The new initiative, led by Chris Broome of STC member firm Longhurst, i…
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The secret life of an innovation consultant
room44 Ltd
29th March 2019
Innovation consultants aren’t obvious in every coffee shop. We can’t be picked out by our black uniform (architects), or that slightly dishevelled and wired look (junior doctors), or even the button-down sh…
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Innovate or Grow? Succeeding in the Business of High Tech
Innovate or Grow? Succeeding in the Business of High Tech
29th March 2019
In the increasingly competitive world of technology, building and growing a tech business can be challenging. Finding the right balance between innovation, agility and a solid business model is key to maximisin…
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Emotional Resilience Workshop Raises Over £800 for Charity
Howes Percival LLP
28th March 2019
A sell-out workshop on emotional resilience, organised by leading regional law firm, Howes Percival is expected to raise over £800 for the Milton Keynes Community Foundation, which will be given to l…
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Episode #19 – Anthony White – Silverstone Composites
Inside Silverstone Podcast
27th March 2019
In episode #19 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Anthony White - Chairman Silverstone Composites.
Listen as Anthony explains his career journey from the heavily regulated world of financial services, to…
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ACES SIG could help UK match China’s automotive voice
Silverstone Technology Cluster
22nd March 2019
The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) has the potential to give the UK as powerful a voice in the future of automotive technologies and thinking as China.
That’s the view of Simon Holloway, Cham…
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Episode #18 – Simon Arkell – Principle EMW & STC Board Member
Inside Silverstone Podcast
20th March 2019
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast, season two!
In episode #18 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Simon Arkell - Principal EMW Law & STC Board Member.
Listen as Simon introduces what differ…
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STC promoted in fintech press article about Chris Broome, called ‘Why I … love Gaming’
Longhurst
20th March 2019
Our very own Chris Broome was asked to participate in a fintech press article focusing on the things financial planners love to do outside of their day-to-day working life.
Chris chose to talk about his l…
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Season Two Podcast Launch! Episode #17 – Neil Patterson, Principal of Silverstone University Technical College
Inside Silverstone Podcast
13th March 2019
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast, season two!
In episode #17, your host, Chris Broome, interviews Neil Patterson, Principal of Silverstone University Technical College, and former Chief Engineer o…
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High profile ‘Women In Innovation’ award for TotalControlPro’s Dolores Sanders
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th March 2019
Dolores Sanders, Strategic Director of STC member company TotalControlPro™, has been named as one of government backed Innovate UK’s nine ‘Women In Innovation’ for 2019.
In its …
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Massive praise from auto industry for STC’s ACES special interest group
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th March 2019
There has been swift praise for the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s Autonomous Connected, Electrified & Shared special interest group (SIG) after a packed room of over 50 people attended its fi…
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ACES Trends and Opportunities explored at sold-out Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th March 2019
The energy was tangible at this popular event, our first Autonomous, Connected, Electrified & Shared (ACES) Special Interest Group event of 2019. Bringing together a wide range of technology and support bus…
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Digitalisation and Automation Technology showcased at D&AM SIG
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th March 2019
You can watch a video of this event here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7bUCkUD6qDOJtOVnBbNoDg
On Tuesday 19 February, the Digital and Advanced Manufacturing (D&AM) Special Interest Group held its f…
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STC’s knowledge “of enormous value” for Department for International Trade
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th March 2019
The Department for International Trade has heaped more praise on the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s capabilities after visitors from eight countries were given expert insight into the automotive industr…
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Incentivising employees through an EMI scheme
EMW
4th March 2019
What is an EMI and why should it interest you?
EMI stands for Enterprise Management Incentive, a tax-advantaged share option scheme designed for smaller companies.
Attracting and retaining quality talent is o…
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Market Smart Seminar
EMW
1st March 2019
We are hosting a Market Smart seminar on Tuesday 19 March at our Milton Keynes office, Seebeck House, 1 Seebeck Place, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes MK5 8FR.
The session will cover how to market your business…
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MK PAs Networking Event
MK PAs Networking Event
19th February 2019
Wednesday 13 March | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | The Dome Cocktail Lounge and Restaurant, 599 Grafton Gate East, MK9 1AT
Grant Thornton is establishing a PA Network across Milton Keynes and the surrounding area for all …
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Hexagon Milton Keynes to host 2019 Silverstone Technology Cluster Conference
Silverstone Technology Cluster
15th February 2019
The Silverstone Technology Cluster has confirmed its 2019 Annual Conference (Tuesday 21 May) will take place at Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence in Milton Keynes.
A taster of what visitors can expect…
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Money is Love – Happy Valentines!
Longhurst
14th February 2019
Money is part of a sacred circle of life, and yet, the power it possesses is quite possibly the most misunderstood commodity in the world. We all need it. Most of us want more of it. Few of us have enough of it…
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The SME’s lament: the language of change.
room44 Ltd
13th February 2019
Why do companies seem great while the founder is in place and then gradually wither to nothing?
My dad started his jewellery retail business in the late 1960s. He grew it to three shops and planned for his fam…
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How employers can help address money worries at work
Longhurst
7th February 2019
What does your employer have to do with your financial wellbeing?
It could be argued that they are vitally important when it comes to your financial wellbeing, and indeed your wellbeing overall, as the m…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster is now an Affiliate Partner with Make UK
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th February 2019
Technology members of the Silverstone Technology Cluster will now have free-of-charge access to Make UK services as part of an affiliate partnership agreement between the two organisations.
Make UK (previously…
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Product trends trending. Competitor confirmation bias.
room44 Ltd
31st January 2019
Product trend-spotting is a bit like birdwatching, or chasing hurricanes. You know they’re out there, but you don’t know when or where they’re going to show up. Patterns from the past may tell…
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Swoop announced as one of three companies awarded in Nesta’s Open Up Challenge
Swoop announced as one of three companies awarded in Nesta’s Open Up Challenge
29th January 2019
Swoop, a start up funding solution aimed exclusively at SMEs, has been awarded £250k by Nesta’s ‘Open Up Challenge’. Commissioned by the UK’s Competition and Markets authority, the…
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Bonus Episode – Kingsthorpe College #Inspiration4Innovation
Inside Silverstone Podcast
29th January 2019
In a special bonus episode, your host, Chris Broome, joins other business professionals from the STC in visiting Kingsthorpe College in Northamptonshire.
Their visit was part of the Gaia Innovation school out-…
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MIA New Markets award for STC’s KW Special Projects
Silverstone Technology Cluster
25th January 2019
STC Board member Kieron Salter’s business KW Special Projects has collected more silverware – this time at the Motor Sport Industry’s Business Awards ceremony.
Bicester based KWSP, also an STC member com…
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Valuable Insights into EV Developments
Silverstone Technology Cluster
24th January 2019
On Tuesday January 22nd, the Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Special Interest Group held its first event for 2019, focusing on the development of EVs.
Hosted by STC Founding Member EMW Law, the event saw repr…
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Digital Startups – Inception through Growth
EMW
22nd January 2019
Are you embarking on a journey as a ‘digital startup’? Perhaps you’re going it alone or working with other people. Maybe this is a new venture for your existing business. Whatever the ci…
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Cross platform Apps are coming and will change your market forever.
room44 Ltd
21st January 2019
If you haven’t heard of cross platform Apps until now and don’t see a connection with your market, it doesn’t mean something isn’t happening. It just means you haven’t seen it yet. We can change that …
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TeenTech: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Innovators Across the Growth Corridor
Howes Percival LLP
7th January 2019
Howes Percival is partnering with Milton Keynes College to deliver TeenTech – an exciting opportunity to help young teenagers explore the wide range of career possibilities in Science, Engineering and Tec…
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Getting ready for Investment Seminar
EMW
7th January 2019
EMW and Alexander Rosse would like to invite you to our investment event on Thursday 7 February, where we will be discussing the steps you need to take to make your business ‘Investment Ready’ …
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Don’t forget pensions when getting divorced ….
Longhurst
4th January 2019
It’s a hot topic
Whether we like it or not, January is a busy time for divorce lawyers. Money pressures, dark and cold winters, and the need for a change if your life.
It's also a hot topic at the m…
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Inside Silverstone – Episode #15 Season One Finale – Chris Broome
Inside Silverstone Podcast
24th December 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In a special Christmas Eve episode, your host, Chris Broome, draws Season One of the podcast to a close by reflecting on a successful 2018, which…
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STC confirms 21 May as date for 2019 Annual Conference
Silverstone Technology Cluster
20th December 2018
The Silverstone Technology Cluster has confirmed its 2019 Annual Conference will take place on Tuesday 21 May.
The event will follow on from a successful inaugural Conference held this year at Silverst…
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Seasons Greetings from Chris & the team at Longhurst!
Longhurst
20th December 2018
Merry Christmas!
Ahead of the Friday rush, on behalf of team at Longhurst, we'd like to wish all fellow STC members a wonderful festive break, surrounded by friends, family and loved ones.
For those listening…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #14 Julia Muir – Founder of Gaia Innovation, and Founder of the UK Automotive 30% Club
Inside Silverstone Podcast
19th December 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #14 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Julia Muir - Founder of Gaia Innovation, and Founder of the UK Automotive 30% Club. …
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General Magic – Hope for Humanity?
Longhurst
13th December 2018
General Magic – Hope for Humanity
A bold statement I appreciate.
Hope for Humanity.
But having just watched General Magic, I truly believe we, as in the human-race, still have a gen…
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Latest collaborative projects proof of innovation within STC
Silverstone Technology Cluster
13th December 2018
KWSP’s and TotalSim’s work together on the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub is just the latest example of how more STC member companies are now collaborating to achieve major results.
Whi…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #13 – Paul North – MD & Founder – Illuminis Insight Software
Inside Silverstone Podcast
12th December 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #13 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Paul North, MD & Founder of Illuminis Insight Software.
Listen as Paul introduces their r…
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‘Super cluster’ can beat government £1.6bn GDP forecast says STC Chair Roz Bird
Silverstone Technology Cluster
12th December 2018
Silverstone Technology Cluster Chair Roz Bird believes a multi-sectoral ‘super cluster’ spanning Cambridge-Milton Keynes-Oxford (CMKO) has the potential to surpass government predictions that it can…
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New podcasts revealing ‘desire to collaborate’ among STC companies
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th December 2018
The STC website is now home to a library of lively podcasts dedicated to interviews with business leaders from within the cluster.
Behind them is Chris Broome, owner and chartered financial plann…
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Global Business, Contracts & Marketing
Blaser Mills Law
10th December 2018
IR Global (international network) speaks with Colin Smith, Partner in the Corporate & Commercial team about Global Business, Contracts & Marketing and how it has been affected by GDPR.
…
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STC announces 2019 Special Interest Group calendar
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th December 2018
Silverstone Technology Cluster has announced the 12 dates its Special Interest Groups (SIGs) will meet in 2019.
These begin with the Computer Aided Engineering SIG on 22 January with an event themed &l…
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STC Membership Continues To Boom
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th December 2018
Less than two years after it was formed, close to 90 businesses and organisations have now signed up as members of the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
At the end of November 2018 the total number was 8…
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Grant Thornton ‘100 Faces’ accolades for Delta Motorsport founders
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th December 2018
Simon Dowson and Nick Carpenter, founders of STC member company Delta Motorsport, have been announced as two of Grant Thornton UK’s prestigious 100 Faces of a Vibrant Community for 2018/19.
The F…
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STC can “play crucial role” in CMKO Corridor’s growth
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th December 2018
Robert Jenrick MP, Exchequer Secretary to HM Treasury, believes businesses in the Silverstone Technology Cluster have an important role to play in the development of the Cambridge-Milton Keynes-Oxford (…
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STC businesses praise Growth Through Green scale-up programme
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th December 2018
The first STC companies involved in the scale-up course – Cranfield’s ‘Growth Through Green’ (GTG) programme – say that it has already made a difference to their business a…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #12 – Chris Kirby – CEO – Tomorrow’s Journey
Inside Silverstone Podcast
5th December 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #12 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Chris Kirby, CEO of Tomorrow's Journey.
Listen as Chris explains his vision of a neutral…
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Think Pension, Think Longhurst, Part 4
Longhurst
3rd December 2018
Think Pension – Think Longhurst
This article forms a five-part series where I explore the world of pensions.
Yes you read that correctly; head-line grabbing, tax efficient, adventure initia…
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Meet the Board: Mark Clement, Grant Thornton
Silverstone Technology Cluster
30th November 2018
His face is already well known to many in the Silverstone Technology Cluster but some might just have seen it on a well known sports TV channel, too… meet Grant Thornton’s Mark Clement.
Ma…
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Double business awards success for STC’s KW Special Projects
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th November 2018
STC member company KW Special Projects and its Managing Director Kieron Salter have been named Business and Businessman of the Year respectively at the 2018 Northamptonshire Business Awards.
The accolades cap …
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #11 Stuart Pringle – Managing Director – Silverstone Circuit
Inside Silverstone Podcast
28th November 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #11 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Stuart Pringle, Managing Director, Silverstone Circuit.
Listen as Stuart talks all things Formula One…
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Things change slowly round here.
room44 Ltd
26th November 2018
How did you go bankrupt?
Two ways: gradually, then suddenly.
Ernest Hemingway has been both heralded and derided: spectacular author and committed hedonist. In that quote, from ‘The Sun Also Rises&rsqu…
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New Business Survey: What’s Keeping You Awake at Night?
Howes Percival LLP
22nd November 2018
Leading regional law firm, Howes Percival has launched a new business survey aimed at determining what's keeping business owners, directors and CEOs 'awake at night', by identifying the primary concer…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast Episode #10 Sally Povolotsky – Vehicle Development Director – Uniti
Inside Silverstone Podcast
21st November 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #10 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Sally Povolotsky - Vehicle Development Director at Uniti.
Listen as they discuss all t…
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Longhurst commits to the HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter
Longhurst
21st November 2018
What is the Charter?
This is a commitment by HM Treasury and signatory firms to work together to build a more balanced and fair industry. Firms that sign up to this Charter are pledging to be…
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WORKSHOP ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND DEEP LEARNING FOR AUTOMOTIVE
Eatron Technologies Ltd
20th November 2018
Eatron Technologies, in cooperation with Proactive Future Mobility, is organizing an introductory workshop on “Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning for Automotive”, which will be held on Wed. 5…
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Paving the Way for Autonomous Vehicles
Paving the Way for Autonomous Vehicles
20th November 2018
The Law Commissions of Scotland and England want your views on how the law might adapt to enable the safe and effective deployment of automated vehicles on Britain’s roads.
Although the focus is on…
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Think Pension, Think Longhurst, Part 3
Longhurst
19th November 2018
Think Pension – Think Longhurst
This article forms a five-part series where I explore the world of pensions.
Yes you read that correctly; head-line grabbing, tax efficient, adventure initiating, and dare I…
read more
Inside Silverstone Episode #9 Ben Rossiter-Turner & Darren Kirk – Virtually Entertained
Inside Silverstone Podcast
14th November 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #9 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Ben Rossiter-Turner and Darren Kirk, from Virtually Entertained.
Listen as we discuss all things Esp…
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Grant Thornton – Drop in advisory session – 4th December 2018
Grant Thornton – Drop in advisory session – 4th December 2018
13th November 2018
Join us at Silverstone Innovation Centre on Tuesday 4th December when our teams will be available to discuss your queries on:
Managing risk and protecting value
The value of a business is typically entwined…
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Pitching room44 In 60 seconds
room44 Ltd
9th November 2018
Hook
What will your company be doing in two years’ time, three years’ time, four years’ time? How will you do business in a world that doesn’t rely on smartphones, where disease can be …
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Ensuring Continuous Development for Transport Professionals
Ensuring Continuous Development for Transport Professionals
8th November 2018
The Senior Traffic Commissioner, Richard Turfitt, has recently published a reminder that transport managers and operators need to make sure they keep up to date. Mr Turfitt has reinforced the importance of cont…
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Woodfines’ Autumn Transport Conference: ‘Protecting the Lifeblood of the Logistics Sector’
Woodfines’ Autumn Transport Conference: ‘Protecting the Lifeblood of the Logistics Sector’
8th November 2018
Date: Thursday 29th November 2018
Time: 8:30am - 4.00pm
Venue: Cranfield Management Development Centre, Cranfield University
Cost: £48.00 plus VAT
Woodfines Solicitors' Autumn …
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ACES SIG Networking Event Proves a Big Hit
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th November 2018
On Wednesday November 7th, over 60 delegates gathered at Grant Thornton’s Milton Keynes office for the Autonomous, Connected, Electrified and Shared (ACES) Special Interest Group Networking event. The aim…
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Inside Silverstone Episode #8 Roz Bird – MEPC Silverstone Park
Inside Silverstone Podcast
7th November 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #8 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Roz Bird, Commercial Director of MEPC Silverstone Park, and Chair of the Silverstone Technology Cluster.…
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Innovation complications: the watchmaker’s dilemma.
room44 Ltd
6th November 2018
It might be heresy to suggest that an audience in HPT suffers in the way described below but there are signals that trends are cyclical when they should be circular.
If this prompts any discussion, my co…
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“Incredible success” for STC at Advanced Engineering Show
Silverstone Technology Cluster
5th November 2018
More than 1050 unique visitors attended the 2018 Advanced Engineering Show’s VIP Lounge – hosted for a second consecutive year by Silverstone Technology Cluster.
The VIP Lounge enabled the …
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Think Pension, Think Longhurst, Part 2
Longhurst
2nd November 2018
Think Pension – Think Longhurst
This article forms a five-part series where I explore the world of pensions.
Yes you read that correctly; head-line grabbing, tax efficient, adventure initia…
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Inside Silverstone Episode #7 Arno van Rooyan – Velocity IT
Inside Silverstone Podcast
31st October 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #7 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Arno van Rooyan, Managing Director of Velocity IT.
Listen as Arno talks all things process automation…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #6 John Kensett – Dolleymores
Inside Silverstone Podcast
24th October 2018
Welcome to the Inside Silverstone™ podcast!
In episode #6 your host, Chris Broome, interviews John Kensett – Partner, Intellectual Property & Patent Attorney.
Listen as John explains the proce…
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Total Control Pro at the Advanced Enginering Show
Total Control Pro
23rd October 2018
Total Control Pro at the Advanced Enginering Show…
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Autonomous vehicles? Not in my lifetime.
room44 Ltd
23rd October 2018
Ask most people when they expect to be taken to work by an autonomous car and the answer’s likely to be, ‘not in my lifetime.’ That’s the consumer condition today. The established contex…
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Think Pension, Think Longhurst, Part 1
Longhurst
20th October 2018
Think Pension – Think Longhurst
This article forms a five-part series where I explore the world of pensions.
Yes you read that correctly; head-line grabbing, tax efficient, adventure initia…
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Absurd thinkers, apply here
room44 Ltd
19th October 2018
If you’re of a nervous disposition, look away now.
The Easter Bunny is a myth. I didn’t want to be the one to tell you, but it’s for your own good. I know it’s crushing, but there it is…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast #5 – Mike Dempsey – Claytex
Inside Silverstone Podcast
17th October 2018
In episode #5 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Mike Dempsey, MD & Simulation Expert, at Claytex.
Listen as Mike talks all things F1; NASCAR; simulations; automotive modelling; and virtual reality.
Mike…
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Future Manufacturing Techniques to the fore at first Digital & Advanced Manufacturing Event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
14th October 2018
On Thursday October 11th, industry representatives from around the UK gathered at Silverstone Park for the inaugural Digital and Advanced Manufacturing (DAM) Special Interest Group meeting. The morning event …
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Inside Silverstone Podcast – #4 – Mike Hayward – Woodfines LLP
Inside Silverstone Podcast
10th October 2018
In episode #4 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Mike Hayward, Partner, Transport & Regulatory solicitor, at Woodfines LLP.
Listen as Mike explains how to ensure your business keeps its commercial vehicle…
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Your consumer persona must change – or die.
room44 Ltd
10th October 2018
Millennials are a pain in the backside. They dominate the room during ideation sessions, and management teams are fixated on them as the single most important customer segment.
So much has been written about t…
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Our Blog
Our Blog
8th October 2018
For news and articles on digital and blockchain related topics check out our blog here at ENezine.…
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Think Business Protection, Think Longhurst, Part 2
Longhurst
6th October 2018
Think business protection – Think Longhurst
This article forms the second half of a two-part series where I explore business protection, and specifically ‘human insurance’ for the bus…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast – #3 – Tristan Allen – room44.co.uk
Inside Silverstone Podcast
6th October 2018
In episode #3 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Tristan Allen, Partner & Innovation Consultant at room44.co.uk.
Listen as Tristan discusses the future of innovation; how brands are attempting to evolve b…
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Leadership Flex
Leadership Flex
5th October 2018
If you’re a smart person working in a technically challenging role, and you work in an organisation full of smart people doing technically challenging roles, then having a high level of cognitive intellig…
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If ‘culture eats strategy for breakfast’, strategy is what culture feeds on.
room44 Ltd
2nd October 2018
If ‘culture eats strategy for breakfast’, strategy is what culture feeds on. Seeing customer experience from the customer side.
To get an idea of what goes on in the minds of people working in th…
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Inside Silverstone Podcast – #2 – Jean Philippe Launberg – AutoStrat Consulting
Inside Silverstone Podcast
26th September 2018
In episode #2 your host, Chris Broome, interviews Jean-Philippe Launberg, Managing Director of AutoStrat Consulting.
Listen as Jean discusses his thoughts on the future of electric and hybrid vehicles, and how…
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Inside Silverstone™ Podcast – Episode #1 – Pim van Baarsen – CEO STC
Inside Silverstone Podcast
10th September 2018
Welcome to the first ever Inside Silverstone podcast!
Episode #1 sees your host, Chris Broome, interview Pim van Baarsen, CEO of the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Listen as you learn what the Silverstone Te…
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Say that again: sanctioned, free-from-surcharge, powered mobility for the masses?
room44 Ltd
6th September 2018
A few years ago, probably 2012 or so, there was a right old kerfuffle when some bright spark fitted a skateboard with a petrol engine, and the craze for powered personal mobility took off. For the first time, a…
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Think Business Protection, Think Longhurst
Longhurst
5th September 2018
Think business protection – Think Longhurst
This article forms a two-part series where I explore business protection, and specifically 'human insurance' for the business owner and their key emplo…
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When is a phone not a phone? When it’s only a phone.
room44 Ltd
30th August 2018
The Light Phone was announced after a Kickstarter campaign in 2015. It’s a concept that makes perfect sense in today’s market and taps into a current vibe. It’s a simple solution to a strong…
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Swedish electric car startup Uniti hires new Vehicle Development Director
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th August 2018
Uniti Sweden has hired electric car expert Sally Povolotsky to lead the continued development of its city EV, the Uniti One. Povolotsky held similar roles working with the likes of Jaguar Land Rover on special …
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Technology predictions that are completely useless to you.
room44 Ltd
21st August 2018
Not a single day passes at the moment without a flurry of reposted technology predictions of the future. It has probably always been like this with a timely skew to topical themes.
Today it’s technology.…
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STC Annual Conference Call for Technical Papers
Silverstone Technology Cluster
20th August 2018
Following the success of last year’s inaugural STC Annual Conference, we will once again use this event to provide a number of STC members the opportunity to showcase their latest technology and developme…
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Designers are changing your world – count the ways.
room44 Ltd
16th August 2018
Not a single day passes at the moment without a flurry of reposted technology predictions of the future. It has probably always been like this with a timely skew to topical themes.
Today it’s technology.…
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Getting Ready for Investment – Valuation
EMW
15th August 2018
If your business is in its infancy, and any potential exit seems in the distant future, the importance of a valuation may appear relatively insignificant. However, obtaining and, more importantly, understanding…
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Claytex have been selected as one of the 10 Most Promising Dassault Systèmes Solution Providers of 2018
Claytex Services
14th August 2018
CIOReview, a published magazine for technology solutions, have announced Claytex as one of the 10 Most Promising Dassault Systèmes Solution Providers of 2018.
Managing Director of Claytex w…
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A business plan is POINTLESS without a personal plan
Longhurst
14th August 2018
Do you remember the moment you decided to become a business owner? The elation and realisation that you are now your own boss and an entrepreneur. The fear and acceptance that the buck now stops with you. W…
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Intellectual Property – An Overview
EMW
8th August 2018
As your business grows you will continue to develop your brand and/or the intellectual property you hold in your product or idea that makes it unique. It is therefore vital to understand the key protections ava…
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Five transport developments that will change your customer behaviours.
room44 Ltd
2nd August 2018
We seem to write a lot about transport and the viewable trends in that area. It’s probably something to do with our proximity and relationship with the Silverstone Technology Cluster here in the UK. …
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Scanning and reverse engineering investment
SAC & Co. Engineering Design
31st July 2018
We have recently invested £100k+ in a 3D optical Scanner and 3D Probe from CREAFORM 3D plus van to transport it.
This new equipment will allow us to reverse engineer from scan and working in conjunction …
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Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) – An Overview
EMW
30th July 2018
Disclaimer: The purpose of this note is to provide a brief overview as to what SEIS is, what tax reliefs are available for investors, what the qualifying criteria for the company, the shares and the investor ar…
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Cluster Members – We need you!
Longhurst
30th July 2018
Calling all Cluster Members - We need you!
In the coming month we will be launching a new regional podcast called Inside Silverstone™, with a primary focus on interviewing all of you, the creativ…
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Financial expert by profession, Tech geek by nature.
Longhurst
23rd July 2018
Introducing Chris Broome FPFS, owner and chartered financial planner of STC member firm ‘Longhurst’
As a brand-new member of the Silverstone Technology Cluster I’ve thought long and h…
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Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) – An Overview
EMW
19th July 2018
Disclaimer: The purpose of this note is to provide a brief overview as to what EIS is, what tax reliefs are available for investors, what the qualifying criteria for the company, the shares and investor are and…
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Government Issues Brexit White Paper
Howes Percival LLP
17th July 2018
The Government has now published its much-anticipated document outlining its main proposals for Brexit and setting out a “comprehensive vision” for the UK’s relationship with the EU, including…
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Help for Businesses in Recovering Debt Payments from Individuals and Sole Traders
Howes Percival LLP
17th July 2018
Leading regional law firm Howes Percival has launched a free step-by-step guide to help businesses claiming debt payments from individuals, including sole traders.
The easy to use flowchart guides busines…
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Law Firm Reports Profit Up 37% as Investments Pay Off
Howes Percival LLP
17th July 2018
Leading regional law firm Howes Percival has reported a 14% increase in turnover, with profits up 37%, according to its most recent financial results.
The results, for the firm’s full financial year endi…
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Corporate Specialists Advise on Inspiralia Acquisition of Fen Technology
Howes Percival LLP
17th July 2018
Commercial specialists Howes Percival LLP successfully advised product development business Inspiralia, on the acquisition of Cambridge-based Fen Technology.
Fen Technology Limited is a leading elect…
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Businesses Urged to Protect Themselves Against Social Media Pitfalls
Howes Percival LLP
17th July 2018
A survey conducted by leading regional law firm Howes Percival has revealed that 30% of businesses surveyed did not have a social media policy – potentially leaving them exposed to reputational …
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Must profit and innovation be mutually exclusive? It’s all about culture. Or you.
room44 Ltd
17th July 2018
Is company culture the problem that innovators struggle with, or is it trying to make innovation as interesting as profit?
Or maybe it’s you. If you’re getting in your own way because you are busy,…
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Growing Your Business – Employment Considerations
EMW
10th July 2018
If your business is looking to enter a significant period of growth it will need to accommodate its newfound capacity by expanding the amount of people that it employs. Whilst this is a positive step for your b…
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Innovation is as complex as you make it – and as simple.
room44 Ltd
5th July 2018
There’s a growing trend that’s being called ‘complexity’. You’ll hear more about it as more people try to convince you that it’s a problem.
So, from me to you: innovation is…
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Niche marketing. Music artists doing what they do best.
room44 Ltd
2nd July 2018
Some ideas go full circle, and some need to meet their moment. The music industry is niche marketing at its best: a market retrenching and going back to what it knows to survive.
Did Steve Jobs have a vision o…
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Getting Ready For Investment – Types of Funding Available
EMW
28th June 2018
Typically new businesses will make losses in each of their first three years; even when they do start to turn a profit, the business will struggle to grow from purely reinvestment of some of that profit in the …
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MK Digital Summer – Business Briefing
MK Digital Summer – Business Briefing
13th June 2018
Taking MK businesses digital
19th July | 8:30 - 10:30 | Victoria House, Milton Keynes
With a history rooted in technology, from the legacy of Bletchley Park to the current MK Autodrive…
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Be honest, do you really want to have to innovate?
room44 Ltd
12th June 2018
Be honest, do you really want to have to innovate? Something extra to measure, to add to the list of metrics, to resource, something else to detract from what you do.
What does innovation even mean?
If we c…
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Are You Investment Ready?
EMW
12th June 2018
Before you take on external investment, and before you even enter into any dialogue with potential investors, you need to make sure you’re ready to do so.
One of the first key stages once an investment p…
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How adverbs describe your need to innovate.
room44 Ltd
7th June 2018
Companies, and the people in them, have a way of describing innovation that reflects their business need. It’s subconscious and revealing. The hidden messages are there, but we must listen to hear them,…
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Augmented you: ten everyday digital augmentations you’ve stopped thinking about.
room44 Ltd
4th June 2018
Whether it was a great new idea that you signed up to when you first saw it, or the app just appeared when you updated your software, you are at the mercy of your own devices. How far down the road to augment…
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Roz Bird becomes STC Chair
Silverstone Technology Cluster
4th June 2018
Roz Bird has been appointed Chair of the Silverstone Technology Cluster following a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors.
Roz is the Commercial Director for MEPC’s rapidly developing high tech busine…
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Velocity hosts RPA Breakfast Workshop to help London-based organisations get started with Robotic Process Automation
Velocity hosts RPA Breakfast Workshop to help London-based organisations get started with Robotic Process Automation
30th May 2018
Last week Velocity, a digital technology services firm with offices in the UK, India and South Africa, hosted a morning workshop at the trendy Citizen M Hotel in London. The topic of the day was robotic process…
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Mental Health at Work
EMW
29th May 2018
Mental Health at work, it’s always been important, however, with increasing endorsement from high profile people including the Royal Family, mental health is being talked about more than ever before and i…
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Meet the Board: Jon Corbett
Silverstone Technology Cluster
25th May 2018
Fact: Silverstone Technology Cluster director Jon Corbett is a UEFA qualified football coach. He also oversees investment in small-medium sized enterprises for Barclays in the largest Regional Team outside of L…
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STC companies now engaged in solving Heathrow tech challenges
Silverstone Technology Cluster
24th May 2018
Companies from the Silverstone Technology Cluster have begun working with Heathrow Airport as a direct result of the STC’s first annual conference…
Collision Management Systems, based at the Caswe…
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Forget five years. You’ve got eighteen months.
room44 Ltd
23rd May 2018
Back in the 3rd age of industrial revolution (2015), when disruption hadn’t yet been invented, product and service vendors had it easy. They could buy market research, see the past and know the futur…
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STC’s metrology SIG & Advanced Engineering Show invitation
Silverstone Technology Cluster
15th May 2018
The Silverstone Technology Cluster will investigate the possibility of a metrology special interest group at an open meeting on 19 June while also confirming it will again sponsor the Advanced Engineering Show&…
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‘Harvard standard’ for new STC scale-up programme
Silverstone Technology Cluster
15th May 2018
Dr Shailendra Vyakarnam, one of the UK’s foremost professors in entrepreneurialism in the tech industry, is heading up a unique scaling-up course for companies from the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Th…
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Is your business innovation strategy circular or cyclical?
room44 Ltd
14th May 2018
In the post-war years, Winston Churchill was a keen advocate of a united Europe, insisting that the UK would benefit from being in the club, rather than an outside observer. Boris Johnson’s 2014 book&nb…
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Innovation. Seeing it differently. Seeing it for what it is.
room44 Ltd
10th May 2018
Last year we quoted a report* called Innovation Matters, from PA Consulting, that had surveyed top executives from around the world. It says that:
66% of interview respondents believed their organisation w…
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Data Protection Impact Assessments: Our Response to the ICO’s Draft Guidance
EMW
9th May 2018
The Independent Commissioner’s Office, the UK regulatory body governing data protection, published its draft guidance on data protection impact assessments (“DPIA”) in light of the GDPR on 22 …
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What is perspective? We see it differently.
room44 Ltd
8th May 2018
Sainsbury’s and Asda (owned by Walmart) weren’t being disrupted. They were planning to be the disruptors. And now they are.
Perspective is the position from which you see a situation, and what info…
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Innovation – it’s really simple and really hard.
room44 Ltd
4th May 2018
There’s a paradox that we can get caught up in today. With the huge amount of messaging we sort, filter and reject or accept minute by minute, the meaning of innovation gets tangled up with the qu…
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Innovation was the hardest word to define. Until now.
room44 Ltd
4th May 2018
Innovation or product development? This question comes up in conversation all the time, as well as ‘is innovation the hardest word to define?’ It’s one of those ‘chicken or egg’ …
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Start-ups & SMEs revelling in STC offering
Silverstone Technology Cluster
2nd May 2018
Less than 18 months after its launch the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s membership is now at the 70 mark.
STC CEO Pim van Baarsen reported many of the companies to sign up were small-medium sized and o…
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IP and ‘changing attitudes’ among hot topics at lively first ACES SIG
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st May 2018
Fascinating presentations given at the STC’s first event for its Autonomous Connected, Electrified & Shared special interest group (ACES SIG) – from Faraday Partnership, Meridian, Gateway Techno…
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GDPR – Let’s Get You Ready & Our Top Tips
EMW
27th April 2018
When it comes to data protection, our lawyers are recognised as leading experts. We assist global brands, UK plcs and regional technology and service businesses on all issues of data protection and technology l…
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EMW Delighted to host CAE SIG event
Silverstone Technology Cluster
27th April 2018
Crash simulation, cloud-based CFD modelling, design thinking and societal trends… presentations from the STC’s second Computer Aided Engineering special interest group (ACES SIG) – hosted by …
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Not too late to support Simon’s Marathon effort
Silverstone Technology Cluster
25th April 2018
Simon Holloway, a champion of the STC’s ACES special interest group, overcame severe leg cramps to complete the recent London Marathon in aid of the Children with Cancer UK charity and now says his next a…
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Cluster has “scope for great economic growth” says MP
Silverstone Technology Cluster
20th April 2018
Milton Keynes South MP Iain Stewart has added to Parliament’s support for the Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Iain was a recent visitor to Silverstone Park where he met its Commercial Director Roz Bird &…
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Steering you through 2018
Steering you through 2018
17th April 2018
Woodfines Solicitors' specialist road transport legal support have published an updated newsletter. Articles include:
'Steering you through 2018' - advice for Operators
Truck Cartel Claims
Success for Cros…
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Octelas BI Tool for SMEs shortlisted in 2018 National Technology Awards
Illuminis Insight Software
6th April 2018
We are delighted to have been shortlisted in two categories for the 2018 National Technology Awards:
Analytics Product of the Year. (Data might be getting bigger, but to make sense of it there has to be outs…
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First ACES SIG Event Shows the Way Forward
Silverstone Technology Cluster
23rd March 2018
On Thursday March 22nd, experts from around the UK gathered at Silverstone Park for the inaugural Autonomous, Connected, Electrified and Shared (ACES) Special Interest Group meeting. The event started with fund…
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Second Computer Aided Engineering SIG Event Hailed a Success
Silverstone Technology Cluster
21st March 2018
On Tuesday March 20th, the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s second Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Special Interest Group (SIG) event was held at the STC Founding Member EMW Law’s offices in Milton…
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Annual Conference Presentations now available
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th February 2018
Following the inaugural STC Annual Conference, we can now share some of the presentations from our speakers on the day:
Rob Lewis, TotalSim: Contact
Mike Dempsey, Claytex: Download
Nick Carpenter, Delta Moto…
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New business & growth opportunities presented to Silverstone Technology Cluster companies
Silverstone Technology Cluster
26th January 2018
Leading figures from the worlds of engineering and business have praised the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s first Annual Conference for opening up a new world of opportunity for high-tech companies insi…
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SµGRE-1 is set to inspire new engineers and scientists by taking part in a real NASA space mission
SµGRE-1 is set to inspire new engineers and scientists by taking part in a real NASA space mission
4th January 2018
SμGRE-1 (Schools micro-Gravity Rocket Experiment) is an exciting opportunity for schools, colleges and home-schooling households (and parents!) to design and manufacture a small sugar cubed sized sculpture to …
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Computer Aided Engineering SIG Event Deemed a Great Start
Silverstone Technology Cluster
10th November 2017
The Silverstone Technology Cluster’s first Special Interest Group (SIG) event was held on November 9th, 2017 at Silverstone Park. The event, arranged by the Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) SIG, aimed to …
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Advanced Engineering Show boost for Silverstone Park & Silverstone Technology Cluster
Silverstone Technology Cluster
6th November 2017
Business estate Silverstone Park and the Silverstone Technology Cluster say that hosting the Advanced Engineering Show’s VIP Lounge has helped significantly in further boosting&nb…
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International audience as Cluster outlines automotive & high-tech capabilities
Silverstone Technology Cluster
20th October 2017
The Department for International Trade has described the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s capabilities as “extensive” after its automotive delegates were given an insight into latest developme…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster confirms high-profile speakers for Advanced Engineering Show
Silverstone Technology Cluster
18th October 2017
Senior engineering figures Stephen Ball, Roger Atkins, Kieron Salter and Rob Lewis have been confirmed as guest speakers as part of the Silverstone Technology Cluster's sponsorship of the VIP Lounge at next mon…
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STC CEO: “We are well ahead of the targets we set”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
18th October 2017
Ten months after Silverstone Technology Cluster was launched, we caught up with Chief Executive Officer Pim van Baarsen to capture his thoughts on progress so far and what’s coming up in 2018…
Pim…
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STC ambassadors “bring profile, massive experience and a great network of contacts”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th October 2017
Jon Hilton, Stephen Ball and Roger Atkins – high profile names from some of advanced engineering’s most exciting sectors – have been confirmed as ‘ambassadors’ for the Silverstone …
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Silverstone Technology Cluster “can create market place for investors”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
17th October 2017
Silverstone Technology Cluster companies already have a three in four chance of attracting outside investment provided they can show they are innovative and can be ‘disruptive’ in their own sector. …
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“This is exactly what we need” tech community tells introductory meetings
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th October 2017
MPs Andrea Leadsom and Andrew Lewer as well engineering companies and business funding networks have received valuable insights into the Silverstone Technology Cluster in recent months via a series of special i…
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Join the Cluster, take advantage!
Silverstone Technology Cluster
29th September 2017
Joining the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s membership which now totals more than 40 influential companies in engineering and business growth could not be easier. CLICK HERE to go to the STC website&rsq…
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voxeljet UK – Official Opening
voxeljet UK Ltd
21st September 2017
voxeljet UK have been very busy over the last month relocating to a bigger 3D printing facility in the heart of Milton Keynes. With more machines installed as well as a preview of the latest printer technology …
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Silverstone Technology Cluster to host Advanced Engineering Show’s VIP Lounge
Silverstone Technology Cluster
14th September 2017
Silverstone Technology Cluster in association with Silverstone Park will have a major presence at this year’s Advanced Engineering Show (Weds 1/Thurs 2 November) as hosts of the event’s VIP Lounge.
…
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OBE for STC advisor TotalSim’s Rob Lewis
Silverstone Technology Cluster
11th September 2017
Rob Lewis, Managing Director of TotalSim which acts as a special advisor to the Silverstone Technology Cluster, has been appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire.
The OBE was awarded in the Quee…
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STC’s origins: download the original report
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st September 2017
As the Silverstone Technology Cluster continues to evolve let’s not forget where it all started – and the report behind it that brought applause from both Government and the business and finance com…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster launches three new special interest groups
Silverstone Technology Cluster
3rd August 2017
The Silverstone Technology Cluster continues to move at speed with a number of high-profile engineering names now set to spearhead two new special interest groups (SIGs) focusing on Digital/Advanced Manufacturi…
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Get involved: join STC on social media
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st August 2017
Silverstone Technology Cluster’s profile is now starting to grow across social media platforms Twitter and LinkedIn. Each represents an opportunity for companies of all sizes and individuals across the h…
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Racing into the summer, and the launch of our new Finance Division
TD Group Limited
25th July 2017
The latest TD Group newsletter is now available. This month, we look at how we work with our new client DS Virgin Racing, and how being on site at Silverstone is helping speed things up for their team when it c…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster “empowering high-tech community”
Silverstone Technology Cluster
23rd June 2017
The Silverstone Technology Cluster is ‘empowering’ the local high-tech business community and showcasing the region as an important part of UK plc say an ever-increasing number of senior engineering…
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High-tech community more informed as Silverstone Technology Cluster expands online
Silverstone Technology Cluster
22nd June 2017
The Silverstone Technology Cluster has expanded its website significantly – providing members with further services to help them promote their businesses.
SilverstoneTechnologyCluster.com now includes a memb…
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Computer aided engineering first of four SIGs
Silverstone Technology Cluster
16th June 2017
Silverstone Technology Cluster has now formed its first Special Interest Group (SIG) focusing on computer aided engineering. Twelve cutting edge companies have been involved in its formation, among them Brackl…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster ‘opens for business’ as report receives Government backing
Silverstone Technology Cluster
8th June 2017
27 May 2016
A cluster of high-tech engineering businesses, the Silverstone Technology Cluster, has been identified in the area surrounding Silverstone Park by a new research report launched today. The Cluster,…
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Silverstone Technology Cluster opens debate on funding, exporting and recruitment
Silverstone Technology Cluster
9th May 2017
Collaboration in areas such as funding, exporting and recruitment was a hot topic of discussion among senior engineering figures at a special Silverstone Technology Cluster meeting.
The STC event, hosted by on…
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Sandwell award further highlights Technology Cluster’s know-how
Silverstone Technology Cluster
5th April 2017
Another high-profile industry award for Towcester-based Sandwell has further highlighted the specialist high-tech skills within the surrounding Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Sandwell Founder and Technical Di…
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CEO: feedback points to “a real appetite” for Silverstone Technology Cluster
Silverstone Technology Cluster
5th April 2017
Eight weeks after the formation of Silverstone Technology Cluster – the company set up to lead promotion of the region surrounding Silverstone as a global hub for high-tech activity and capability –…
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The ‘three strands’ that will push Silverstone Technology Cluster forward
Silverstone Technology Cluster
7th March 2017
07 March 2017
Promotion, Growth Agenda, Thought Leadership – the three strands identified as being key to the success of the Silverstone Technology Cluster. CEO Pim van Baarsen explains…
All thre…
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New company & website launched to promote Silverstone Technology Cluster
Silverstone Technology Cluster
19th December 2016
19 December 2016
Following on from the launch of the SQW cluster report in June this year a new company – Silverstone Technology Cluster – has been formed to support the high-tech activity within a…
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Department for International Trade’s business export sessions boost for Technology Cluster
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st December 2016
The Department for International Trade has hinted it will return for a second business advice session at Silverstone Park after successfully promoting its #ExportingisGREAT message to the high-tech business and…
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Digital Transformation through Collaborative Technologies – IOT Chapter
Total Control Pro
1st January 1970
While preparing for a webinar with Silverstone Technology Cluster recently, Dolores Sanders – our CIO, realised that more insights were shared offline than online. As a result we drew together some of the h…
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ACES Infrastructure challenges, realities and possibilities
Silverstone Technology Cluster
1st January 1970
On 11th October, our ACES Special Interest was immersed in considering the challenges of future ACES infrastructure. There is more to considering infrastructure issues than meets the eye – the challenges …
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Choosing the Right Manufacturing Technology Partner
Total Control Pro
1st January 1970
As humans it’s in our very nature to create routines that make us comfortable, so when change is suggested, it makes us fear the unknown. Manufacturers are under increasing amounts of pressure to make cost-…
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