Achieving compliance and quality in medical devices for 2026

As we begin 2026, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the journey of CJ & L Consultancy Ltd over the past year and share my outlook for the year ahead.

Why most hardware startups fail (and how to avoid it)

Most hardware startups don’t fail because of a single big mistake.

They fail because a small number of critical questions were never fully answered, or were answered too late, when changing direction had already become costly.

How self storage supports office refurbishment projects

How Self Storage Supports Office Refurbishment Projects

Office refurbishment projects are becoming increasingly common as businesses adapt to hybrid working, evolving employee expectations and the need for modern, efficient workspaces.

When is the right time for a startup to hire a product design consultancy?

At some point, almost every founder developing a physical product runs into the same question.

Is it time to bring in experienced specialists, like a product design consultancy, to help bring the idea to life?

Cyber security and why businesses need it

In recent years cyber security has become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. The majority of businesses have a presence online and thus this raises concerns regarding their safety online. In this article we will explore the importance of cyber security and why businesses need it.

Organised, networked, profitable: understanding the assault on gender equality

In March 2026, Global 50/50 launched its In Dialogue series — a new convening space for the urgent conversations that gender justice demands.

The ND Career Myth: 5 Truths to Find Work That Actually Fits Your Brain

If you’re an adult with ADHD or Autism, you've probably seen articles or posts that tell you what the best role is for you. They often suggest roles like paramedic, entrepreneur, or artist, careers that supposedly fit a stereotypical ADHD profile.

Passing the "Bus Test" - could your business survive?

On the forums where founders vent - there is a grim but necessary hypothetical known as the "Bus Test".

The question is simple: If you, or your "superstar" operations manager, were hit by a bus tomorrow, would your business still be running in a month?

The Mirror of Acceptance: Why Being Seen is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage

I know the exhaustion of the mask. For years, I have navigated professional spaces by constantly calibrating my behaviour to fit a neurotypical world or stereotype that was never designed for a mind like mine.

Print 4 Business partner with the fantastic charity Pepala, giving new life to surplus promotional products

We stumbled across this amazing charity Pepala at the trade show Merchandise World, and are now partnering with them to support them in their mission; to give surplus promotional products a second life.

Surprising ways to build real confidence (that actually work)

Confidence is one of those words that can make people feel uncomfortable. It can also be an elusive thing. We often only notice it when we lack it, especially in the high-stakes moments when we need it most.

The diagnostic gap: when your brain doesn't fit into a medical box

For those of us who have spent a lifetime feeling slightly out of step with the world, the decision to seek a formal neurodivergent assessment is rarely impulsive.

Clear terminology, faster clinical device development

In this article, we explore what ‘clinical trial device’ really means, why consistent terminology is crucial to a shared understanding of the stage of development, and how this links to what regulators expect before approving a clinical investigation.

De-risking development with off-the-shelf modules

Off‑the‑shelf electronics modules are often more expensive and are sometimes assumed to be complex or not an exact fit for specific requirements, yet these perceptions often overlook the real advantages they bring.

Understanding Neurodiversity: Strengths, Differences, and Overlap

Introduction

I've found that the language we use around neurodiversity is complicated and often confusing to people. 

I mean what really is the difference between Neurodiversity and Neurodivergent?

Executive Function Challenges. It’s Not Laziness: 4 Surprising Truths About Your Brain’s CEO

Imagine the scene...

You have a deadline. You know exactly what you need to do, step by step.

You sit down to start, and… nothing happens.

Why your greatest risk is internal and how to fix it

Most founders lie awake worrying about the "Big Three": 

But what about within your business?.

More than just late: 5 surprising truths about ADHD time blindness

Recognise this?

Have you ever put a pot of water on the stove to boil for pasta....

And then deciding to be productive, you start folding laundry while you wait...

And then you check back, the water is barely warm, even though it felt like ages...

Rejection sensitivity and hostile attribution Bias

Have you ever left a party and spent the rest of the night replaying a conversation, convinced you said the wrong thing?

First Aid Needs Assessment: A Guide for Employers

First Aid Needs and What That Means for Your Business

At She Does Safety Ltd, we’re passionate about helping you create safer, more empowered workplaces.

CES 2026: Human-centred innovation takes the stage

This year at CES, many companies focused on something we at eg technology care deeply about - designing products that genuinely support people. Ambient AI working quietly in the background, robotics designed around real tasks, calmer smart homes and wearables that reduce cognitive load all featured strongly. This blog look at the key outcomes from the show and unveils AI's shifting role in…

Sustainability at Sandon Manor - Rewilding Retreat Venue for Business Offsites, Weddings, Group Stays

Discover Sandon Manor’s sustainability promise at Sandon Bury Farm. From rewilding 1,000 acres to renewable energy and eco-conscious event spaces, we help businesses host inspiring, planet-positive offsites.

What’s next for hiring and jobseekers in 2026?

By Claire Angus, Head of Recruitment & Account Management, Cambridge Network

The psychology of retention: why people leave managers, not organisations

By Bukky Gray, Director of Talent Management and HR Cambridge University Development and Alumni Relations

Nature at Sandon Manor: Your Next Weekend Escape into a Rewilded Paradise

Group Stays in Nature at Sandon Manor

Looking for a weekend escape where wide skies, rare wildlife, and peaceful footpaths replace the noise of everyday life?