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Maximising the power of client relationships
Customer Relationship Management

Maximising the power of client relationships

Leveraging a robust CRM system is crucial for law firms to strengthen client relationships, drive business growth, and ensure no client 'falls through the cracks'.

By Stephen Butler • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Adobe reveals groundbreaking AI in Acrobat for enhanced PDFs
DevOps

Adobe reveals groundbreaking AI in Acrobat for enhanced PDFs

Adobe unveils AI-powered tools in Acrobat from 18 June 2024, enabling users to create and edit images within PDFs using text prompts via Adobe Firefly.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Using data to improve the management of contingent workforces
Hybrid & Remote Work

Using data to improve the management of contingent workforces

Businesses are harnessing data to optimise the management of their contingent workforces, a trend invigorated by the remote work shift during the pandemic.

By Brendan Maree • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Why the human element makes all the difference
Marketing Technologies

IWD 2024: Why the human element makes all the difference

In the unrelenting world of IT, the overlooked human element—understanding and connecting with the people behind the screens—often proves to be the key to sustained success.

By Amy Hasty • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
PPDS appoints Patrick VanTreese as Director of Education Sales
Unified Communications

PPDS appoints Patrick VanTreese as Director of Education Sales

PPDS eyes aggressive growth in education sector with appointment of seasoned AV/IT expert, Patrick VanTreese, as Director of Education Sales, set to drive new business opportunities and partnerships.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024
Intel's biggest chip design overhaul in 40 years integrates AI
Semiconductors

Intel's biggest chip design overhaul in 40 years integrates AI

The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) functionalities into Intel's Core Ultra processors has required a significant redesign of the conventional chip structure.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Businesses challenged by supply chain cybersecurity threats
EduTech

Businesses challenged by supply chain cybersecurity threats

97% of UK firms face ongoing supply chain cyber threats, enduring negative impacts in the past year, reveals BlueVoyant.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Michael Harrison to steer UK Sales for Accelerated Payments
Partner Programmes

Michael Harrison to steer UK Sales for Accelerated Payments

Michael Harrison, having vast experience in global banks and tech firms, joins Accelerated Payments as UK Sales Director.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023
Skadden selects NetDocuments as new document management system
Cloud Services

Skadden selects NetDocuments as new document management system

Global law firm Skadden to adopt NetDocuments' cloud platform as its new document management system.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023

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Money now outweighs health as key to UK life satisfaction
Hybrid & Remote Work

Money now outweighs health as key to UK life satisfaction

Money has overtaken health, time and relationships as the main driver of life satisfaction in the UK, new research from Intuit shows.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026
How messaging styles & preferences impact modern relationships
Social Media

How messaging styles & preferences impact modern relationships

Psychologist Andrew Boxer reveals how texting, calls and voice notes reflect personalities and impact modern relationships amid growing screen time.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Forterro partners with AWS to enhance cloud ERP solutions
Platform-as-a-Service

Forterro partners with AWS to enhance cloud ERP solutions

European software provider Forterro has partnered with Amazon Web Services to enhance its cloud ERP solutions, responding to growing demand among midmarket clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Top 10% of sellers generate 65% of enterprise revenue
Customer Relationship Management

Top 10% of sellers generate 65% of enterprise revenue

A study by Clari Labs reveals that just 10% of top sellers account for 65% of enterprise revenue, exposing major inefficiencies in sales practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Humanising tech: A vision for the future of marketing
Data Analytics

Humanising tech: A vision for the future of marketing

As AI transforms marketing, blending technology with human connection is vital. Storytelling, empathy, and authenticity are the keys to success.

By Louise Mahrra • 6 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
Brits go to great lengths to hide digital content from partners
Data Privacy

Brits go to great lengths to hide digital content from partners

New research by ExpressVPN reveals 32% of Brits delete messages or photos to shield them from partners. Nearly 23% value digital privacy over GBP £1 million.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
Ascertus & Lawcadia forge strategic partnership to streamline legal operations
Unified Communications

Ascertus & Lawcadia forge strategic partnership to streamline legal operations

Ascertus has partnered with Lawcadia to enhance matter and spend management for corporate legal departments, solidifying their portfolio with innovative solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
IWD 2024: People count (not just accountants)
Microsoft

IWD 2024: People count (not just accountants)

Zuto's COO underlines the importance of diverse, strong teams that align with ESG considerations, attributing their recent B Corp certification and growth to a people-first approach.

By Aimee Gethin • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024