Extract Information publishes Information Industry Digest
Extract Information’s monthly Information Industry Digest contains product news and focuses on patent information and information products, including those used in the technology IP lifecycle. But why information and why would anyone need to pay to get it – isn’t it all available for free on the internet through Google?
September workshop helps you understand management accounts
Watermill Accounting is hosting a free workshop called 'Understanding Management Accounts' on Wednesday 14th September at the Future Business Centre in Cambridge. If you run a new or existing business, come along to find out about their importance.
Brand new St John’s Innovation Park website, with brochures live today
Commissioned by Savills and St John’s College, 2idesign has launched the new St John’s Innovation Park (SJIP) website with accompanying literature for each building in SJIP. The materials reflect Park life in a thriving working environment for companies of all sizes.
Concepta plc: the mobile health company that defied Brexit to list on AIM
In just three years, Concepta Diagnostics Ltd has been able to develop an innovative testing platform, obtain product registration and successfully list on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM).
Students give Anglia Ruskin seal of approval
Anglia Ruskin University has received its highest ever student satisfaction rating in the annual National Student Survey. Overall satisfaction has increased to 86%, while Anglia Ruskin is rated among the best in the country for assessment and feedback.
Liquid light switch could enable more powerful electronics
Researchers have built a record energy-efficient switch, which uses the interplay of electricity and a liquid form of light, in semiconductor microchips. The device could form the foundation of future signal processing and information technologies, making electronics even more efficient.
Leading medical device notified body, BSI, offers free webinars
BSI product experts address key topics that affect your business including legislation, risk, and regulatory changes in a wide range of free and live webinars.
Top 3 reasons to use an Admin Consultant
When you Google Virtual Assistant, the options are endless. So how do you choose between a Virtual Assistant and an Administrative Consultant?
Out of body illusion can tackle chronic pain
New research shows that inducing a virtual “out of body experience” can significantly reduce the intensity of chronic pain.
Syrris creates Orb Pilot for effortless reaction scale-up
Syrris, a world leader in chemistry product innovation, is previewing its Orb Pilot jacketed reactor at the 252nd American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting and Exposition.
Cambridge Regional College receives outstanding safety award
Cambridge Regional College has been awarded an Order of Distinction in the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards – one of just four colleges in the country to receive the top honour.
'Sarajevo Roses' to be premiered at the Sarajevo Film Festival
Roger M Richards, a director from the USA, in cooperation with Cambridge-based double BAFTA award-winning filmmaker, producer and director Oggi Tomic, has completed the film Sarajevo Roses which will be premiered at this year’s 22nd Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF).
Software consultancy Labb chooses Sieve Creative
London based software consultancy Labb chooses Cambridgeshire design firm Sieve Creative to develop their new brand.
Quantum technologies go under the spotlight in Cambridge
Leaders at the cutting edge of Quantum 2.0 will be exploring how this new field of science and engineering could change the face of computing and communications at the CW Technology & Engineering Conference (CW TEC) on 14 September 2016.
Amadeus invests in genetic testing pioneers, Igenomix
Amadeus Capital Partners, the global technology investor, announces that it has made a growth capital investment in Igenomix, the world’s leading in-vitro fertilization (IVF) genetic testing company, based in Valencia, Spain.
Cyber Essentials scheme helped 95% of certified companies prevent data breaches
Cyber security consultancy firm and CREST-accredited certification body IT Governance Ltd announces that 95% of the companies it certified to the Cyber Essentials scheme have been protected from all data breaches since certification. The result demonstrates that improved cyber security can be achieved by implementing the Cyber Essentials scheme’s five security controls.
'New rail operator’s plans will deliver faster, more reliable rail services to Stansted'
Stansted Airport has welcomed today’s Government announcement that Abellio East Anglia has won the franchise to operate the Stansted Express and other rail services between London, the airport and Cambridge from October 2016.
Only 51% of companies have taken recommended actions to identify cyber risk
According to the Cyber Breaches Survey 2016 released by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport, 69% of business say cyber security is a high priority for senior managers, but only 51% of companies have taken recommended actions to identify cyber risk.
Points of View: UK interest rate cut
This week Oliver Phillips of NW Brown focuses on UK interest rates.
‘Standing up for organisational principles’ in the face of stigma
‘Stigma’ - if handled properly - can bring positive outcomes for organisations by reinforcing identity and purpose, finds new academic study co-authored at Cambridge Judge Business School.
A historical microscope for the ZEISS Archives
To mark the 200th birthday of its founding father on 11 September 2016, the ZEISS Archives acquired a historical microscope. It is highly likely that the simple microscope, which dates back to 1850, was made by none other than Carl Zeiss himself.
New report: 98% say ISO 27001 standard improves information security posture
Following the increase in the scale and frequency of cyber attacks and data breaches, implementing ISO 27001 – the international standard for information security management – has become a top priority for organisations. According to a new report’s findings, the most important benefit of ISO 27001 was an improved information security posture in 98% of cases.
Organisations cannot afford to ignore the GDPR compliance challenge, says IT Governance
IT Governance, the leading provider of cyber security and data protection expertise, is urging organisations to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in order to avoid fines and penalties associated with data breaches.
BIS survey: innovators are busier than ever, but are they missing out by failing to protect?
A UK Government survey shows that innovation levels are increasing, but many businesses are failing to protect their innovation. Emma Foster of Marks & Clerk discusses the issues.
REAP Conference 2016 looks to find disruptive technologies for agriculture
Agri-Tech East’s national REAP Conference in November is the UK’s only agri-tech conference where you can meet representatives from global agri-business alongside the newest of start-ups, spot the innovators of the future, and see it all in practical action through a series of technical demonstrations and exhibits.