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Change wakes us up and can re-energise our business strategies
Change is good for us. It can wake us up – and we should use that energy to take stock of our businesses.
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Stand out from the crowd and you might get my attention
Thanks for reading this far.
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Recipe for success: how New Covent Garden disrupted the soup market
All of a sudden it’s soup weather!
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Recruitment event holds promise for jobseekers and employers alike
Cambridge Network's highly successful run of recruitment events, where potential candidates have the opportunity to meet leading local employers, continues on the evening of Tuesday 27th November 2018.
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Cambridge Consultants advises ECI Partners in advance of IoT investment
We advised the UK private equity firm during its management buyout of Arkessa, the IoT managed services provider. Following a thorough technical analysis the investment was completed during summer 2018.
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Free B2B meetings session at MWC and free early bird tickets to MWC
The Enterprise Europe Network has organised B2B meetings at MWC in Barcelona for a number of years.
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Maggie an Activated Cardiac Patient speaking to NHS leaders in the East of England about self-care
Coinciding with National Self-Care Week, Eastern AHSN is hosting its “Innovation in healthcare: new solutions to well-known issues” event with over 60 NHS leaders from the NHS in the East of England.
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ALL G - Parallel Wireless ‘Connects’ in 12 African Countries
2G/3G/4G/5G Open RAN solution helping to bridge the digital divide for the estimated 800 million still unconnected in Africa
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Global Experts Hold IoT Product Development Sur4gery for Cambridgeshire Businesses
Cambridge-based Fen Technology is launching a pop-up event featuring world-class experts in product development from leading international businesses, supported by CW (Cambridge Wireless).
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Spend Friday 14 December learning about and discussing drug-free antibacterial technology for medical applications with Lucideon
Infection has become one of the toughest problems in the medical world, with bacteria increasingly resistant to drugs. Can infection be controlled and managed using materials and surfaces instead? This question will be explored at a one-day Cambridge Network event next month.
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Announcing Verum: a platform to reshape healthcare delivery
Verum remotely monitors patients and provides AI-powered predictions around medical conditions. Verum can unlock efficiencies in clinical trials by eliminating the effect of stress.
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Cambridge tech company signs innovative deal with China’s design capital
1 November 2018: In a major ceremony held in Cambridge and attended by dignitaries from both China and the UK, Cambridge Design Partnership (CDP) signed what is known as a ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ (MOU) with the deputy mayor of Jiang’an district of Wuhan, Mayor Du Changhui.
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How to Extend a Probationary Period and Keep the Individual Motivated
How to Extend a Probationary Period and Keep the Individual Motivated I have the pleasure of working with many HR professionals, and a topic that often gets discussed with regards to recruitment and staffing is the probationary period. More specifically, how to extend a probationary period, and not lose the confidence or motivation of the individual concerned. In this post, I will share some tips on how to extend a probationary period and keep the individual in question motivated and determined to succeed in their role.
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Parallel Wireless to provide 4G LTE in Ghana
Virtualized 4G Open RAN to enable fast wireless broadband to citizens and businesses
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Breakthrough for treatment of fibrotic diseases
Drug combination has potential to halt a process responsible for large numbers of deaths.
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CALL FOR BUSINESSES: FULLY-FUNDED SPACE MISSION TO SILICON VALLEY
St John’s Innovation Centre is delighted to be a part of the Innovate UK’s Global Business Innovation Programme, delivered by Enterprise Europe Network, organising a space visit to Silicon Valley for businesses working in the space and satellite sector.
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Simon Mead Starts as CW CEO
Thursday 1 November marks Simon's first day as CEO. He was announced as Robert Driver's successor in September following a thorough recruitment process by the CW board. He comes to CW straight from the University of Essex where he ran the Eastern Enterprise Hub, delivering mentor-driven networking programmes to support SMEs and social enterprises.
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No company owner is an island: talking business with other MDs
Being a business owner can be a lonely existence. Sharing ideas and experiences with other business leaders can bring a fresh perspective to your most pressing problems.
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Celebrating dedicated teachers around the world
There are an estimated 264 million children and young people out of education in developing countries. This month has seen a number of events held and initiatives launched in recognition of World Teachers' Day.
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Recruitment event holds promise for jobseekers and employers alike
Cambridge Network's highly successful run of recruitment events, where potential candidates have the opportunity to meet leading local employers, continues on the evening of Tuesday 27 November 2018.
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Why SD WAN is a game changer for IT Resellers
If you’re an IT reseller looking to extend your product portfolio to include bonded internet and SD WAN (Software-Defined Wide-Area Network) solutions, Comms365 have opportunities available. Read on to find out more about what we can offer.
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ZenFi Networks Implements Sitetracker Platform to Enable Small Cell and Fiber Business Growth
Sitetracker, the project and asset management standard for infrastructure owners and developers, is proud to announce their collaboration with new customer ZenFi Networks, an innovative, locally-owned and operated communications infrastructure company serving the New York and New Jersey metro region. ZenFi Networks will use the Sitetracker Platform to manage internal and external teams designing, building, and maintaining small cell and fiber assets, allowing them to scale their operations and project deployment.
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New partnership to strengthen health provision
Agreement to collaborate on workforce development, education, research and innovation A new partnership has been signed by Anglia Ruskin University and Public Health England to carry out public health research and to develop the health agency’s workforce at its new £450 million campus in Essex.
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Asthma+me self-care solution for children and young people with asthma, launched by Aseptika (Activ8rlives)
1.1 million children in the UK have Asthma. During 2015-2016, 21 children died from an asthma attack. It was reported that 19 of these deaths could have been prevented.
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New Cambridge office for FieldHouse Associates
Debbie Mayhew appointed as Director of FieldHouse Cambridge
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Cofinitive achieves status as one of Cambridge’s 130 Most Influential Businesses
In less than four years of trading, Corporate Communications Company Cofinitive has been recognised as one of the Cambridge News ‘130 Most Influential Businesses’.
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Weigh2GO programme helping the residents of Sandwell achieve and maintain a healthy weight using Activ8rlives smart scales and online application health portal
Sandwell Leisure Trust are getting right behind Sandwell Public Heath by offering use of Activ8rlives Body Analysers at the Wednesbury Leisure Centre, Haden Hill Leisure Centre, Tipton Leisure Centre & Portway Lifestyle Centre.
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Learn how to break down silos in your business
On Thursday 1 November join an interactive mini-workshop, over breakfast with Turning Factor to learn more about behavioural barriers and explores how silos can prevent people working together hashtag
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AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY – HOW IS THE SECTOR EVOLVING AND WHAT IS ITS FUTURE?
The XR Industry Survey 2018, based on a survey of 595 AR/VR professionals, reveals some interesting trends for the industry, some of them expected, others more surprising.
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Learnings on AI in Diagnostic Imaging
A rising shortfall of trained diagnostic imagers in the NHS, combined with an increased reliability and abundance of commoditised AI algorithms, and changes in regulation to encourage innovation in the field of medtech - for example France announcing the creation of a health data hub - makes now the perfect time for computer scientists to be applying image recognition and artificial intelligence technologies to the healthcare sector.
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Significant judgment on Standard Essential Patents handed down by the Court of Appeal
EIP has today secured a judgment on behalf of its client Unwired Planet, in a case which has significant international implications for all patent holders and licensees of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs).
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Onespacemedia drives online success for global financial services specialist
Cambridge-based branding, web design and development agency, Onespacemedia, has launched a new website and provided digital marketing consultancy for global financial services company, Laven Partners.
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Why not wearables? Insight from entrepreneur Shamus Husheer
What does it take to start tech companies, raise funds and make them successful? Come along to hear from entrepreneur Shamus Husheer, technologist and inventor turned CEO/CTO, at Cambridge Network's Open Talk tomorrow (Wednesday 24 October).
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Launch party for the first Invested Investor Book
Want a short cut to becoming a successful entrepreneur or angel investor? A new and groundbreaking book distils decades of experience, both good and bad, into an easy to read guide. Founded by Peter and Alan Cowley, The Invested Investor is designed to increase the success rate for entrepreneurs and early investors by detailing the big do’s and don’ts.
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Real-time tracking for firefighter safety: apply for contracts
Every year the UK fire and rescue services deal with more than 55,000 incidents inside buildings and other structures. One of the struggles they face is keeping track of where firefighters are during real emergencies in hostile environments.
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Amazon Ramps Up UK Investment to House 1,000 Additional Highly-Skilled R&D Roles in Manchester, Edinburgh and Cambridge
New Amazon office in Manchester’s iconic Hanover Building will be home to at least 600 new corporate and research and development (R&D) roles.
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Anritsu and Samsung Achieves 5G NR Full Stack IODT with MT8000A Platform
Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A supports 5G NR UE development for smooth roll-out of 5G services
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Local STEM education initiative, Cambridge LaunchPad, reaches new heights
Leading science, technology and engineering organisations from across Cambridgeshire gathered at The Bradfield Centre alongside representatives from local schools and home educating networks to show their support for Cambridge LaunchPad, an innovative STEM outreach programme. New, existing and potential partners alike came together to celebrate the achievements and successes of the last academic year, and to get excited for this year’s activities.
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Real World SD WAN Use Cases
At Comms365 we get lots of questions about how SD WAN is used. It’s relatively new technology which means that many businesses aren’t familiar with its applications. This article gives some examples of how the technology can help businesses, making it easier for you as a reseller to understand the wide range of uses and benefits for your clients.
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Green GB Week sees businesses focus on their carbon footprint
It’s day two of Green GB Week. Find out what’s been going on and why it presents a good comms opportunity.
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Supply chain kills the e-commerce star
In the last few months, we at Intergroup Partners have been working on innovation in virtual distribution; here is the distillation of the theory that we are putting into practice for our partners.
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Facebook to headline free seminar programme at Peterborough B2B
Over 80 exhibitors will showcase their products and services to an expected 600 visitors at KingsGate Conference Centre at the end of this month where there will be unlimited opportunities to make new business connections.
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Event focuses on corporate wellbeing: mental health in the workplace
The heavy cost of mental health issues – to individuals, employers and the wider UK economy – cannot be ignored, and there is no quick fix, a Cambridge Network audience was told yesterday (Weds), World Mental Health Day.
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Why Is It Ok for Techies to Dress Down for Work?
Why Is It Ok for Techies to Dress Down for Work? When I think about techies and work attire, style isn’t always the first thing that springs to mind. That said, there is something quite endearing about wearing comfy clothes to work, and I’m not the only one who seems to think this.
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Innovation Tax Specialist MPA Group Acquires Tax Specialist Venture 4th
Innovation tax specialist, MPA Group has announced the acquisition of tax specialist business, Venture 4th, as part of its strategic growth plan.
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Holiday? What holiday? Refocusing on work after a spell in the sun
Getting back into 'work mode' after a holiday can be tough. Why not invest in a workshop to help your team refocus? KISS Managing Director Sarah Reakes explains.
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How will Nike’s Kaepernick ad impact brand perception?
Anthea Hughes, KISS's Head of Account Services, considers what the long-term implications of the controversial Colin Kaepernick ad might be for the Nike brand.
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Why proofreading is like goalkeeping
KISS Communications Copywriter Katie Silvester believes that proofreaders don't always get enough credit for the near disasters they prevent – a bit like goalkeepers.
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11 things I’ve learnt in 11 years of running an agency
KISS CEO Simon Fryer shares some of the secrets of KISS Communications' success.
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Can the humble press release keep up with the digital world?
KISS Account Director Jane Kroese considers whether the press release is dead in the face of more targeted digital marketing tools
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KISS sponsors major Cambridge healthcare conference
KISS is sponsoring a Cambridge-based international health conference hosted by the Innovation Forum and the Milner Therapeutics Institute
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Cambridge organisation launch service that aims to provide local teens with personalised guidance and support
The number of young people reporting anxiety has rocketed. With many keen to make a positive start this academic year, Form the Future CIC hope to relieve some of the stress and pressure that they feel with the launch of ‘Focus on Success’, a private careers advice service.
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Cambridge China Centre launches Cambridge China Forum - Driving UK|China Business Relationships
Cambridge China Centre, an emerging organisation in Cambridge, is going from strength to strength since its launch in June. We are now excited to be focussing on launching the business sector activities by announcing the Cambridge China Forum – the inaugural event driving forward UK|China Business relationships.
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Cambridge Consultants and CATALOG reveal plans for scalable DNA data encoding machine
Data storage consumes cities worth of power and soon won’t meet our data storage needs. We’re building a machine that will use DNA data storage to put the information content of entire data centers into the palm of your hand.
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Lessons Learned at CW TEC 2018. Guest Blog Written by Stephen Unger
In this blog, Stephen Unger (former CTO at Ofcom and Chair of the CW TEC 2018 Steering Committee) outlines his impressions of "The Inevitable Automation of Next Generation Networks".
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Online Poster Display: Radio Technology for 5G - Making It Work
Twenty four posters were on display at the joint Radio Technology and Academic & Industry SIG event on 18 September. A selection are available here for those in the CW community who couldn't make the event. Please get in touch with CW if you would like introductions to anyone involved in these projects!
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Radio technology for 5G - making it work. Guest blog written by Roger Green.
On 18th September CW held a well-received joint Radio Technology and Academic Industry SIG event. Here, University of Bristol PhD student Roger Green, discusses his experience.
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Your opportunity to meet and collaborate with Canadian companies
Canadian companies visiting Cambridge in November - part of a cross-European matchmaking mission to find collaborative partners - would like to hear from potential industrial partners from several sectors.
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The Benefits of Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN)
IT resellers, Product Managers, Sales Team, and even Managing Directors will know how important an agile, cost effective and automated network is, and will want to be sure that they’re reselling the best solutions. If your customers are looking to upgrade their network technology, then read on to find out how our software-defined wide area networking technology (SD-WAN) and bonded internet solutions can help you to help your clients.
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The age of co-innovation: IFA insights
IFA Show is broadly considered Europe’s largest Technology show. It is certainly the most consumer-friendly, with low ticket prices designed to encourage public attendance. With 1,814 exhibitors and 161,200 square metres of sold-out show floor, IFA again confirmed its role as the leading showcase for the global technology industry. Our immersion into the show revealed some key trends – some expected, some less so.
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Award-winning wearable transforms the theme park experience
We’ve partnered with accesso Technology Group to develop a smart wearable for theme park guests. The device means visitors don’t need to carry cash, keys, or queue for attractions.
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17 million people think they use their smartphones too much: will measurement be the answer?
Deloitte research of 4,150 reveals UK smartphone owners’ device usage habits; 39% of respondents believe they use their phone too much. Of these, 83% would like to do something about it – representative of 14 million people in the UK; Of the 42.5m people who own or have access to a smartphone, 7.6m (18%) feel the need to constantly check their device; 32% of phones in the UK are on a SIM-only contract, up from 19% in 2015; 55-75-year-olds are among the fastest-growing adopters of voice-assisted speakers. Thirty-nine percent of smartphone users in the UK - the equivalent of 17 million people - believe they use their smartphone too much, according to the latest research from Deloitte. Generation Z smartphone users (16-24 years-old) are particularly concerned about their usage habits, with 61% (4.3m young people) believing they use their device too much.
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BlueStack™ brings disruptive innovation to Bluetooth audio
BlueStack™ launches today, a dual-mode Bluetooth software stack with a unique commercial model. We provide the IP for a one-time fee, creating a customizable platform for connected audio products.
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Intellegens to deliver speaker paper on using AI to design advanced materials at Engineering Materials Live
Using artificial intelligence (AI) and harnessing the power of deep learning to guide the design of new advanced materials, is the topic of a speaker paper that will be delivered at Engineering Materials Live later this week, by Cambridge-based company Intellegens.
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Peer learning will benefit new managers
Are you new to a management role or about to take on management responsibilities? Boost your confidence through collaboration with like-minded people in Cambridge Network's New Managers peer learning group - the newest cohort begins on Wednesday 3rd October.
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Winners of Discovering Start-Ups 2018 Announced
On Monday 17 September 2018, CW assembled the cream of the technology start-up and investor community at the CMS London HQ for an intense afternoon of pitching and networking.
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James Cotton joins prestigious list of UK’s top business developers
Onespacemedia’s founder and MD, James Cotton, has been voted one of the UK’s most influential people in business development by the BD100.
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Covnetics Limited becomes a Member of the Xilinx Alliance program
Covnetics Limited becomes a Member of the Xilinx Alliance program
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Anritsu to Introduce, first time worldwide, the New 64G PAM4 MP1900A Signal Quality Analyzer at ECOC 2018 in Rome
Market leading test equipment manufacturer to showcase systems for characterization of future 400G/800G optical modules on Stand 408.
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CW (Cambridge Wireless) names Simon Mead as new CEO
CAMBRIDGE (UK) – 13/09/2018 – CW (Cambridge Wireless), the technology membership organisation, today announce that Simon Mead will take over as Chief Executive Officer on 1 November following the exit of current leader, Bob Driver.
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