Cost emergency challenges our rural communities
The cost-of-living emergency is hurting people and businesses everywhere and is acute for the 450,000 people who work in, and 50,000 businesses based in, rural Scotland. Energy and fuel costs…
MM Search ends its fourth year in business on a high
MM Search, Scotland’s award-winning and fastest-growing executive search firm, is coming to the end of a highly successful fourth year in business. The headhunter has enjoyed financial growth, doubled its…
Stamp of authority from a philately guru
Scotland’s pre-eminent coin and postage stamp dealer, Robert Murray, is moving towards semi-retirement and quietly selling off various collections. He has been a leader in his field for 45 years…
Businesses being asked again to rise to economic challenges
Inflation, labour shortages and global uncertainty are combining to make it a tough time for businesses as well as consumers. But there are ways to adapt and emerge stronger from…
Why ‘business with purpose’ has to be the mantra for the future
If there was ever an age in which it was acceptable for businesses simply to make money it has long since passed. Societal expectations are constantly evolving and businesses need…
Industry faces up to Covid and Brexit challenges
Construction sector dealing with surge in demand, materials supply, rising prices and labour shortages In recent weeks, problems around supply chains have been causing headaches in different ways. Consumers are…
Investment experts urge savers to think long-term
Markets have recovered well from the impact of the pandemic, but uncertainty remains Over the past 18 months, the world has been hit hard by the global pandemic and that…
Executive education adapts to the new normal
One impact of the pandemic is the way that flexible working has become the norm, with employers realising that people can be just as productive, if not more so, working…
Digitalisation in the energy sector: paving the way to a cleaner future
Digital technology and digitalisation is everywhere nowadays and is increasingly part of every aspect of our lives. Digitalisation is the process where information is converted into a digital format that…
Helping create next generation of scientists and engineers
If Scotland is to have a workforce with the skills required for the science and engineering jobs of the future, it is vital that young people are inspired to study…
