March 2008
Keep your staff in the loop (31 March 2008)
Ever felt like you're working in a bubble? That you don't really know what's going on around you, but you're still working away regardless?
Free wi-fi makes business travel bearable (31 March 2008)
Flying around the world on business is never much fun, so now British Airways are upping their technology facilities at airports across the UK to ease you along the way.
Top of the class, not always great for business (28 March 2008)
Finding the best staff for your business can be a hugely complicated job as I'm sure Sir Alan knows all too well.
Mind your manners (27 March 2008)
The newly appointed 'etiquette police' are trying to curb bad behaviour by asking noisy travellers to turn off loud music and tone down mobile phone conversations...
Improve the speed of your broadband connection (27 March 2008)
BT Wholesale is soon to release its latest gadget that could cut out the interference on your broadband and even improve the speed of your connection.
Get along to the Business Experience (26 March 2008)
Being aware of how technology can help you with the issues your business faces on a day-to-day basis is vital if you want to keep ahead of the competition.
Green IT incentives (26 March 2008)
The problem is that less that one in five IT decision makers take responsibility for the electricity bill..
Got the rage? (25 March 2008)
Ever seen someone look like they are about to explode with anger? It's not pretty when you're on the receiving end!
The Beautiful and the Damned (25 March 2008)
88% of interviewers have, at some time or another, awarded the most attractive candidate with the job.
Where did I put my keys? (20 March 2008)
Japanese scientists have come up with a secretive device codenamed to help you find everything from missing car keys to that amazing book about business.
Get Free business administration tools from BT! (20 March 2008)
From the feedback we've had so far, we know that many of you are benefiting from this service. You've also been able to spend more time talking to your customers, rather than trying to keep up with the red tape!
Are your emails breaking the law? (19 March 2008)
Legally there should be an unsubscribe link at the bottom of any marketing email, but many famous brands are failing their customers and breaking the law.
Is the time right for a "no laptop" rule? (19 March 2008)
If you've attended any meetings lately (and if not, you're fired!) you'll probably have noticed a creeping tendency: the ever-open laptop.
Got a big idea? Make it simple (18 March 2008)
But how do you know if your idea has the potential to be turned into a successful business?
London - the WiFi capital of the world (18 March 2008)
London is now officially the wireless networking capital of the world, with usage of hotspots soaring by 156% over the past year.
The laptop is the new mobile phone (17 March 2008)
If laptops were about to become the new mobile phone, why would hoards of people queue for 10 hours to get their hands on an iPhone?
It's a tough job so don't forget the bonus (17 March 2008)
Many people wouldn't object to a bonus after a month's hard work, but some HR professionals are beginning to question whether certain salary supplements are well deserved.
The Starbucks Business School (14 March 2008)
Ever wished that there were more hours in the day to train your staff? Then why not take a leaf out of the Starbucks business book and shut up shop for a few hours.
Superwomen taking over the ranks of superrich (13 March 2008)
With a third of UK businesswomen expecting to become millionaires within the next five years, are we a nation transfixed with the idea of living a life of luxury?
Be careful with that new laptop - it might make you miss your flight (13 March 2008)
An utterly fantastic story on the about someone whose MacBook Air caused him to miss his flight.
What $100 oil means to you (12 March 2008)
Those who think that the price of oil will drop down to its previous levels of between $14-40 per barrel are, sadly, living in a fantasy world.
A budget for business (12 March 2008)
With an economy that is slowing, it is more important than ever that small companies - and especially new start ups - are supported as far as possible.
How long does your site take to load? (11 March 2008)
Microsoft's Vista has improved the speed at which Windows copies files, so that in most cases it's actually quicker.
VOIP: You're not alone, somebody's out there! (11 March 2008)
There are many reasons why VOIP telephony can reduce any sense of loneliness and isolation when working remotely or from home.
What happens if you lose your notebook? (10 March 2008)
You walk into a meeting room for an important meeting, look in your briefcase, and realise that there's something missing: your notebook.
Small businesses - A tale of diversity (10 March 2008)
But the problem is that small businesses are actually quite different, with lots of kinds of company.
Videos on Tradespace - Oh Susanna, what a Triker! ( 7 March 2008)
I can just picture a bunch of middle age men (or perhaps the Hulk 'The Real American' Hogan) hurtling down a mountain on a "triker"!
Video at work - bane or boon? ( 7 March 2008)
Some companies in the US are blocking video in the workplace. The reason?...
Work-life balance: can technology help you to achieve this? ( 6 March 2008)
IT can help you, widening the lifestyle choices of yourself and your staff. What are your tips, and what's your story?
Say hello to the 99 pound laptop ( 6 March 2008)
If you've just spent £1200 on a portable computer for reading email and writing office documents, you might want to avert your eyes.
"Blogs are better than press releases" ( 5 March 2008)
There's a very simple and fundamental point made: that "a press release is just a tool. A blog is an ongoing platform."
Get a virtual presence in our Second Life trial ( 5 March 2008)
An invitation to join BT Tradespace in an exciting ground-breaking trial in the virtual world of Second Life
Is Microsoft getting ready to bring Office online? ( 4 March 2008)
Microsoft is set to announce the change of strategy in the next few weeks.
Making blogging work for you ( 4 March 2008)
Everyone knows that the best kind of marketing is word of mouth - and in the internet age, word of mouth travels even faster than ever.
Netscape Navigator bows out after almost 15 years ( 3 March 2008)
For many it was a significant part of their first ever web experience, but now after nearly 15 years as a web browser, Netscape Navigator faces it's final shut down.
Make sure your workers are legal ( 3 March 2008)
Few people in business like reading regulations, particularly ones on employment. But the phrase "unlimited fine" is one that's likely to grab the attention of even the most regulation-averse business owner.
