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Did you know 90% of all data is never accessed 3 months after it is stored? This week our people have been gearing up for Digital Cleanup Day, a day dedicated to cleaning up our digital lives. Why? ♻️Helps to reduce CO2 emission 🤳Prolongs your devices’ lifespan 🔒Reduces data storage security risks There are several actions we can take to do our bit - such as deleting unused apps, unsubscribing from newsletters and reducing the volume of emails we send out. Were you inspired to take part this week?

We asked and our audience replied – do you agree?  As part of a major research project into economic inactivity, we spoke to more than 300 UK businesses and 4000 people to understand why a growing number of people are leaving the workforce. Find out the main reasons for people choosing to leave work, whether you’re supporting your workforce in the right ways, and what employers feel about hiring people who are economically inactive. We'll be releasing the full report on Monday. 

According to the Rose Review, up to £250 billion of new value could be added to the UK economy if women started and scaled new businesses at the same rate as men. It’s not a ‘nice to have’, but an economic turbocharge we’re missing out on. Join our LinkedIn Live where we’ll be discussing barriers women face but also real tangible actions women can take to further their careers or start-up their own businesses. Our panel will be discussing our recent Women In Work Index, as well as their own experiences. Register to join now.

⏳ 4 hours to go - don’t miss this conversation. Women-led businesses have the potential to add billions to the UK economy – so why are they still struggling to secure investment? Join us in just a few hours as we discuss: - The latest stats on funding gaps for entrepreneurs - The biggest barriers female founders face – and how to break them down - How women can support each other through mentoring and role modelling Register to join now - https://bit.ly/3FagDGC

This International Women's Day (IWD), we lean into the amazing careers and experiences of over 40 of our senior women leaders across the PwC network by sharing pivotal advice on career navigation and management. Through qualitative interviews, we've developed a Career Advice Toolkit that we are releasing both internally and externally this IWD, acknowledging the contributions of our women leaders. This toolkit provides actionable takeaways to support each of us in managing our careers. In this video, four of our leaders: Petra Justenhoven, Sue Horlin, Mona Abou Hana and Anastacia Tshesane, share key advice nuggets on starting your career, networking, career pivots, upskilling, leadership and more.     Watch our video and check out our Career Advice Toolkit at www.pwc.com/IWD    #IWD2025

Against a complex backdrop of rising energy use, pricing volatility and net zero targets, it is more important than ever for businesses to take greater control in managing their power demand. Yet our 2025 UK Energy Survey shows that high capital costs and limited funding are one of the main barriers to implementing the transformative solutions and deeper organisational change needed to improve energy efficiency and carbon reduction. How can the public and private sectors collaborate better to unlock the new sources of private capital that are critical to help businesses decarbonise and drive productivity across the economy? Download the report to find out more: https://pwc.to/3CW4KTZ

Why is investment in female entrepreneurs lagging, and what needs to change? Join us for our LinkedIn Live on 14 March at 13:30, where we’ll explore: - The economic potential of investing in women-led businesses - The barriers female entrepreneurs face – and how to overcome them - The power of mentorship, role models, and supporting women in business 📅 Register to join now - https://bit.ly/3FagDGC

How can we unlock the UK's economic potential? 🔍 In this video, our Chief Markets Officer Carl Sizer emphasises the demand for the new industrial strategy to align with business leaders' expectations across the nation. Our research revealed key priorities: enhancing skills systems, driving digital transformation, and upgrading infrastructure. By fostering collaboration at national, regional, and local levels, we can potentially add £650 billion to the UK economy by 2035. Watch the full video featuring Carl's insights on our website, via the link in the comments. #UKGrowth #IndustrialStrategy #FrameworkForGrowth

We are proud to be recognised as EMEA Sales Partner of the Year in the Workday Partner Awards for 2025. This acknowledgment underscores the exceptional partnership between PwC and Workday. As we navigate this period of rapid transformation and technological advancement, our team remains dedicated to delivering outstanding results for our clients. We look forward to continuing this collaborative journey.

Calling all Accounting and Reporting Enthusiasts! PwC's Accounting and Reporting Updates (ARU) is the go-to series of live webcasts featuring cutting-edge insights, expert panel discussions and the opportunity to participate in dynamic Q&A sessions. 📅 Date: Tuesday 1st April 🕔 Time: 11:00 - 11:30 GMT 📍 Location: Virtual Ready to boost your CPD reporting? Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/3Qogku6 #ARU2025