Manufacturers urged to step up planning for cyber security. More than ever, businesses are under attack from cyber criminals seeking to steal confidential customer information, business information, or using ransom-wear to extract money. Some of the world’s biggest brands have been hacked, but SMEs are also at risk. The Manufacturers’ Association […]
Bakery automation uses innovative solutions to address business and production issues facing bakers. Modern bakery plants built around automated control systems help bakers improve productivity and flexibility, reduce energy costs and boost operational efficiencies. Importantly, they give companies the ability to respond quickly to changes in raw materials, product variety and variable demand. […]
Over time, financial penalties fail to incentivise companies into action and simply become another cost to be ‘budgeted for’. Rather than penalise companies for using energy, a report from the UK Manufacturer’s Organisation EEF is encouraging the UK Government to stop making industry pay excessive green taxes. Instead, to cut costs for energy users, […]
To help SMEs develop strategies for reducing their overall energy use, The Carbon Trust is running a series of nationwide finded-workshops for small and medium sized businesses in England to learn more about the Green Business Fund, and how it can help fund capital projects. Typically, 20% of a business’ annual energy costs are […]
New 2016 capital funding of energy saving projects for SMEs. The Carbon Trust is launching a new fund providing capital for smaller businesses to replace old, power-guzzling equipment, together with expert advice to boost the efficiency and productivity of businesses in England, Scotland and Wales. Access to capital funding Capital expenditure or capital […]