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Sustainable fashion is possible, if we embrace mass customisation
To combat mass production in fashion, researchers suggest a shift to mass customisation instead – which could work, if consumers are willing to wait for it
The current solution to the sustainability crisis of the fashion industry revolves around consuming less, incorporating large disposal fees, and recycling more.
Though these actions...
Businesses that use social causes for profit can erode image
A new study finds that businesses which use social values for profit – like the environment or social justice – can erode company status and consumer commitment.
Why do businesses still not use reusable packaging?
Researchers suggest a digital track and trace system to encourage businesses to adopt reusable packaging and reduce waste, suggesting reasons why they may not have adopted them already.
Is this the end of the ‘Goofy’ headquarters offices?
Alison White of PLACEmaking considers whether the 2000’s Big Tech influenced ‘Goofy’ headquarters offices have a place in the future.
Researchers investigate impact of gender diversity on company boards
Researchers find that women pursuing more managerial positions on company boards will lead to lower risk-taking and better outcomes for businesses, when discussing merit and goodwill.
PLACEmaking deliver workplace transformation and improvement
PLACEMAKING deliver workplace transformation with a Smart Working implementation plan that can be scaled to fit headcount, resource capacity and timeline. Their tried and tested change toolbox helps achieve workplace improvement targets and supports people transition through four key stages of change.
Using up-to-date Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) to inform decision making
Here the Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership explains how it is attempting to use up to date Labour Market intelligence (LMI) to improve several areas in need of attention – especially in the aftermath of COVID-19.
Transport for London promotes greener shopping initiatives
TfL is encouraging shoppers and retailers around London to adopt greener initiatives to reduce emissions, including using click and collect, green delivery slots and grouping deliveries.
Fashion industry must prioritise its inclusion crisis over sustainability
Joanna Pritchard, CEO, The Valuable 500, discusses why the fashion industry will never be able to address its sustainability crisis without addressing its inclusion crisis.
LGBT Business Champion promotes inclusivity at work
The Government’s LGBT Business Champion, Iain Anderson discusses LGBT inclusion in the workplace, hosting businesses and charities at event in Manchester.
The new locomotive contributing to net-zero carbon
A new low carbon locomotive design launched by Nuclear Transport Solutions’ (NTS) rail division is to be presented at this year’s Low Carbon Logistics event in Mossend, Scotland.
European Commission to invest €2 billion towards digital transition
Investing nearly €2 billion from their Digital Europe Programme, the European Commission aims to strengthen their digital solutions to benefit citizens and businesses.
Be a Cloud Continuum Competitor – STEP 2 in Business Success 2022
OGEL IT discuss the migration to Cloud services and how this has helped to level the playing field between SMEs and larger companies.
Why Cloud Technologies is STEP 1 in Business Success 2021
OGEL IT discuss the role of cloud technologies in business following the COVID-19 pandemic and the push for digital transformation.
Modern slavery and money laundering: Guidance for businesses
John Binns, partner at BCL Solicitors LLP, provides guidance to businesses on the complex laws of modern slavery and money laundering.
Verifying documents & identity in the public services and beyond
David Chadwick, Crossword Cybersecurity, outlines how the W3C Verifiable Credentials standard works and why he believes it will become the de facto credentials mechanism for public sector services in the near future.
Supplier diversity and the positive impact on the economy
Mayank Shah, CEO and founder of MSDUK, outlines the challenges that ethnic minority businesses face in accessing the supply chain and shares his thoughts on why levelling the playing field will have a positive impact on the economy.
Cyber training ‘not fit for purpose’ – We need to change our online behaviour
Mark Brown, Founder of Psybersafe, explores how behavioural science can improve our response to cyber security issues.
Tackling digital transformation through a change programme
Howard Sherrington, Director of Transformation Strategy at Zscaler, explains why digital transformation must look holistically at change.
Data collaboration will rejuvenate the high street
Hugh Stevens, the Head of Strategic Growth at LiveRamp, explores how better data use can help ensure the high street can truly get back on its feet post-pandemic, the impact of eCommerce on the future of retail and how physical stores can survive.