Digital skills gap narrows but still persists from classroom to boardroom – Deloitte
Business leaders’ confidence in the digital capabilities of new entrants to the workplace has improved in the past six months, according to the latest Digital Disruption Index by Deloitte. Eighteen per cent of digital leaders believe that school leavers and graduates are entering work with the right digital skills and experience, up from 12 per cent who said the same six months earlier.*
‘Roaming’ cancer service is boost for thousands
An innovative new service which will benefit thousands of cancer patients every year at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has just been launched.
How to discuss financial well-being with your employees…and why you should
At this time of year money and financial worries can be a cause for concern and a source of stress for many people, including your employees. HR Dept's latest #HR blog shows how you can give support.
Applications invited for 2019-20 Collaborative Antarctic Science Scheme
Applications are invited for the Collaborative Antarctic Science Scheme (CASS) for Antarctic fieldwork in the 2019-20 field season. The closing date is 4 March 2019.
CES: Antenova’s design for On-Board Device integrates LTE CatM1 in a blade antenna
Antenova, manufacturer of antennas and RF antenna modules for M2M and the Internet of Things, has chosen CES 2019 this week to reveal a new blade antenna and its latest reference design for a small but high performing On-Board Device (OBDII).
Major lateral hire boosts Mills & Reeve’s real estate disputes offering
Leading national law firm Mills & Reeve has announced the arrival of Richard New to its real estate disputes practice.
Call for papers - Electric vehicles: Everything is changing 2019
IDTechEx is accepting applications to present at Electric Vehicles: Everything is Changing on April 10 - 11, Berlin, Germany until 18th January.
The Cambridge Building Society appoints New Non-Executive Director
The Cambridge Building Society has appointed renowned chartered accountant Fiona Hotston Moore as a Non-Executive Director.
Academic returns to the mean streets of London
Anglia Ruskin University psychologist Dr Mick Finlay is returning to the dangerous streets of Victorian London for the follow-up to his hit novel Arrowood.
Qualcomm demonstrates continued leadership as industry transitions to Wi-Fi 6 technology
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, has continued to build on its Wi-Fi 6 networking technology traction with the announcement of a home mesh networking product with NETGEAR.
Beyond GDP: Cambridge research project explores new measures for the 21st century economy
Can we move beyond GDP? A research project at the Bennett Institute for Public Policy, University of Cambridge, has been launched with funding from LetterOne to develop better metrics of social and natural assets.
Spring Echoes: a mindful and therapeutic retreat for personal reflection and development
The Spring Echoes Workshop is for anyone who craves or may benefit from time to recharge and reconnect with themselves, to deepen their self-awareness and plan their future. Take advantage of the early-bird discount and book by 31 January 2019 for only £175.
Harness the power of smartphone business videos!
Join this one day masterclass to learn how to create good online video for your social media channels or website.
No January nasty surprises
Have you bought something in the January sales and need to work out the repayments? Computer Turoring's three-minute video will show you how to use Excel to avoid any repayment surprises!
GeoSpock secures £10 million additional funding
GeoSpock®, the unique spatial big data platform that enables companies to access dynamic contextual data visualisation and programmatic analytics, gains funding from existing and new strategic investors.
Happy new year from the Cambridge Network team
Member businesses have a wealth of opportunities to take advantage of the shared services offered by Cambridge Network.
Candidates sought for Rotary Young Leaders programme
Why not recommend someone in your company to take part in the Rotary Young Leaders’ Award (RYLA), a programme to encourage the development of young people as future community and business leaders?
IPOs listings slow in 2018 amid Brexit uncertainty
The largest IPO listing of 2018 in the final quarter wasn’t enough to overcome a fall in IPO activity as companies weighed up Brexit uncertainty, according to EY’s latest IPO Eye report.
Your weird weakness may actually be a strength
In this incisive piece, Communication Coach, introvert and slight show-off Jon Torrens explains how he's embracing his flaws.
Cambridge MP joins police officers on day-time patrol through the city
Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, has joined police officers for a day during a day-time city patrol to get an insight into challenges local police are experiencing when out on-the-beat. Following the patrol Mr Zeichner also met with Cambridgeshire’s new Chief Constable Nick Dean and discussed the priorities for the force over the next few months.
Marshall appoints new Chief Technical Officer and Programme Director
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group announces the appointment of a new Chief Technical Officer and Programme Management Director. Patrick Wood joins the company today in this newly created role.
Qualcomm powers more than 30 commercial 5G mobile devices scheduled to launch in 2019
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, today announced strong 5G device momentum with more than 30 5G design-wins, the majority of which are smartphones, from global OEMs featuring the Snapdragon 855 Mobile Platform and the Snapdragon X50 5G modem family.
A knitting challenge to get your mitts on!
Knitting lovers are being urged to support a pearler of an idea to help dementia patients.
Audi, Ducati and Ford host demos in Las Vegas using C-V2X solutions provided by Qualcomm
Companies continue joint efforts for roadside safety, traffic efficiency and automated driving.
Qualcomm to showcase in-vehicle capabilities featuring Amazon Alexa at CES 2019
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, today announced plans to showcase artificial-intelligence (AI) intuitive in-vehicle experiences for next generation vehicles during the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) 2019.