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Stay informed on what's going on in business and the economy. Our blog includes regular updates, including thought leadership pieces, from the Business West team, British Chambers of Commerce and regional business leaders.

From the operating table to the therapy room - VR in healthcare

VR is helping to shape the world. Ahead of the VR World Congress, find out how it's changing healthcare.
Posted on: 07.04.17
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How to avoid foreign exchange pitfalls for small and medium sized business

This post highlights the foreign exchange dangers and the best ways to reduce the risk of currency fluctuations when trading globally.
Posted on: 06.04.17
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Why friends and old colleagues are your best first customers

You need to tell the right people about your plans to help get your new business off the ground.
Alex Packham
Alex Packham
Posted on: 06.04.17
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6 big changes to your business finances this April

A new financial year brings with it a host of changes for businesses, and 2017 is a bumper year in this regard, with April marking the introduction of a range of government measures that will impact...
Posted on: 06.04.17
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Key facts for UK businesses trading with Spain

Read our key facts to consider when trading with Spain the world's 2nd largest tourism industry, we cover everything from its administrative structure to its major import partners.
Posted on: 05.04.17
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Business West’s 10-point plan for Metro Mayor

With an additional £900m in funding secured from central government to be spent over the next 30 years, the future Metro Mayor will play a leading role in the social and economic future of the region...
Posted on: 04.04.17
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South West Food and Drink producers check out China

FoodEx South West's second meet the buyer event was staged at Leigh Court, Bristol, in March to host 5 Chinese and Thai buyers to meet with local food and drink artisans.
Posted on: 04.04.17
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Head of cities at Uber reveals how intrapreneurship is the driving force behind sustainable cities & driverless cars

Fred Jones speaks about how a culture of intrapreneurship at Uber is behind innovations such as driverless cars.
Sarah Atkinson
Sarah Atkinson
University of the West of England
Posted on: 03.04.17
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How to put together a robust IT disaster recovery plan

Creating an IT disaster recovery plan is an essential safety measure for any company reliant on IT systems, and let's face it, what business isn't.
Dave Blackhurst
Dave Blackhurst
EvolvIT Ltd
Posted on: 03.04.17
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