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🌟 Building Momentum: Positive Reflections from DBT’s Visit to GB Electronics 🌟 This past week, we had the privilege of hosting the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) as they explored the Greater Brighton area's thriving tech landscape. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our facilities and share insights into our commitment to innovation and community development. 💬 We’re thrilled to share some of the encouraging feedback from DBT officials: "I’ve been doing these local area familiarisation tours for over 10 years, and I don’t think we’ve ever met with such a large or wide array of local partners and stakeholders." "It was great to hear the enthusiasm and opportunities in the region." "I and the team gained a lot of knowledge and insight from the visit. It was great to participate alongside such a varied group responsible for thought leadership and economic development across the Greater Brighton region.” 💼 The Tour and Presentation Highlights: The tour included a close look at our advanced SMT manufacturing site, our newly expanded EMC testing facilities, and the design space at BizSpace, where our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively on cutting-edge projects. DBT officials appreciated the strong ties we’ve built with local educational providers, supporting a pipeline of local talent. Our Core Strategy and Diverse Sectors slides were highlights, showcasing our client-centred, sector-agnostic approach and our commitment to innovative solutions across various industries. DBT found these elements compelling and noted how our approach aligns well with the region's ambitions for technological growth. Our Managing Director Mark Bullen captured the future direction of GB Electronics perfectly: "I think we have created something special here, and I want to continue on the growth trajectory... This visit was an important step in highlighting Greater Brighton as a fantastic area for tech businesses and opportunities." #GBE #GreaterBrightonTech ##UKBusiness #FutureOfTech #GrowthTrajectory #SectorAgnostic

One of the highlights of attending SBC with the PayBrokers team was getting to share the stage with this panel of experts to discuss one of the most important aspects of the industry: Payments 💰

George Watson and Gareth Cocks attended the Linedata Exchange London 2024 last week. As promised, the event focused on key industry themes and trends. Some of the highlighted topics included: - How organisations tackle business transformation and changes to their operating model    - Exploring the challenges firms face in monitoring operational workflows - Data Management and its intrinsic link with AI It was a fantastic opportunity to gain insights and connect with industry leaders. #LDXLondon2024 #DataAnalytics #AI #OperationalExcellence #BusinessTransformation #MiradorSC

On November 18, 1963, Bell Telephone introduced the first touch-tone telephone to the public, the Western Electric model 1500. This marked the debut of the new push-button system, allowing for touch-tone dialing. Customers in Carnegie and Greensburg, Pennsylvania, were the first to enjoy this service, making these towns pioneers of the commercial touch-tone telephone. Product Development: 💡 The concept of push-button dialing dates back to 1887 but only became practical with the invention of the transistor. 🔊 Bell Telephone and Western Electric developed the technology over several years using dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) signaling. 🚀 Touch-tone dialing improved speed and reliability over the rotary system and was a significant advancement in telephony, led by the Bell System (AT&T, Bell Labs, and Western Electric). 🔢 The first push-button telephone had 10 buttons, and engineers considered 15 different keypad layouts before settling on the standard one with 1 at the top left and 0 at the bottom. 🖥️ The addition of # and * keys enabled telephone lines to connect with computers, laying the groundwork for digital communication. ⏳ The rollout was initially delayed due to the need for new decoding equipment at telephone exchanges. 🏠 Push-button telephones became widely adopted in the 1980s and dominated U.S. households by the 1990s. 🎡 On April 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy introduced the public to the new push-button phone technology by using a touch-tone phone in the Oval Office. He pressed "1964" on the keypad to start the countdown for the 1964 New York World's Fair. Check out the video of the introduction 👇 https://lnkd.in/g3pHziya #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation #UserExperience #ProductDesign #TechLeaders #ProductLaunch

Thanks Marc. Some key takeaways from the SME session. Most suppliers are SMEs, so for smaller companies and social enterprises lowering the barrier to entry is key. For Suppliers 1. register on etenders .. make sure to find the most relevant cpv codes to meet your business profile.. we have a great tool on our website to help https://greenville.ie/cpv/ 2. consider collaborating with other like minded suppliers including social enterprises 3. prepare a pack with some of the key data requested.. tax clearance from Revenue, insurances generally being employers liability, public liability and product liability and maybe professional indemnity, turnover details, details of quality, health and safety and environmental management systems, staff profile and previous experience. 4. make contact with local buyers first.. start local 5. seek feedback if you fail What buyers can do 1. more use of supplier engagement using pre market consultation on etenders 2. run events locally to engage with firms on a sector or category basis outside of tendering 3. simplify tender process where possible.. don't be asking for turnover unless really necessary, why look for three examples of previous experience when one might be sufficient 4. consider where to position cost.. lower is better 5. use all the flexibility of public procurement not just the standard processes if both sides are braver then we will reap rewards for local, sustainable, innovative procurement for everyone.. looking forward to hearing the success stories. thanks everyone for a great day Ingrid De Doncker, Duncan Walker, Rita Shah, Des Phelan and Fergal Grogan and the Procurex team

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One of the American IV Association's Key Vendors, Curee, exemplifies the profound impact of active association beyond the confines of a vendor prospectus. By emphasizing the value of true engagement, the team at Curee showcases the intrinsic benefits that come from genuine connection and collaboration. Professional associations often fixate on tangible perks and financial transactions, neglecting the immeasurable social capital that stems from meaningful interaction. The essence of reaping these rewards lies in active participation and building relationships. It's about more than just being a member—it's about showing up and engaging. Actually associating. The dedication and effort invested by all involved in the American IV Association have generated invaluable returns that transcend monetary measures. The success achieved through this collective effort stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and unified purpose for the greater good. 📸 Media Day, May 2024. With the guys that contribute to an invaluable ROI. Curee, Carlos H. Arce and Ben Crosbie

Watch the recording 🎥 : The next live session recording from “What’s in Store for Retail Media Networks,” presented by National Retail Federation and #STRATACACHE is now available! Watch as Mark Boidman discusses the multiplier effect on in-store retail media. View the full video here: https://ow.ly/ICCI50ReftQ #RetailMediaNetworks #MarTech #RetailInnovation

We loved having you guys and being able to dive deeper into trends and strategies. We value the importance of staying up to date with the wants and needs of the industry, and BAM! drives just that. See you next year! #GLDS #broadband #broadhub #broadhublink #software #fiberbroadband #NoDrama #ProvenIntegrations #SimplyWorks #LeverageExperience #ftth #broadbandmanagementsystem #bms #GLDSCommunity

Day 2 of #SEMConsortium2024 did not disappoint! With conference staples like VIP Connect and the LP intensive combined with engaging breakouts covering GP solutions, the future of private credit, and more, there was something for everyone. We are looking forward to another exciting day today! Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/eqV4AMPv #diversemanagers #emergingmanagers #smallmanagers #institutionalinvestors #alternativeinvestments #sharegrosvenor