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The interplay of national and organisational cultures Developing a positive organisational culture is part of many companies’ continuous improvement plans–and justifiably so, since it comes with an array of benefits. What might be overlooked, however, is how national culture, or the culture that...

Speeds and Feeds CalculatorWe’re pleased to announce we have a new Speeds and Feeds calculator. This new module is designed to help engineers calculate more accurately the time taken for machining operations. Here’s how E-Max’s Speeds & Feeds calculator worksWe like practical examples so let...

In all industries where hazardous machinery and materials are present, safety is the optimum priority. Statistics show that 80% of errors which occur during manufacturing are due to human error[i]. For this reason, many companies acquire bespoke equipment tailored to suit their safety and product...

A survey of business opinion in the UK and Europe by HGF  Today we launch our Brand Protection Beyond Brexit Report, taking the temperature of European companies' concerns, priorities, planning, areas of doubt and perceived opportunities with regards to Brexit, Brand Protection and Business Growt...

Date:                     Wednesday 5th February 2020 Time:                    12.00pm – 2.30pm Location:             H0.01, Centuria Building, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, TS13BX Teesside University and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week...

Supporting manufacturing businesses in the North East increase digital skills with upto 50% ESF match funding. The University of Sunderland are excited to invite you to the Launch Event for our new ESF “Unlocking Digital Skills for North-East Businesses” programme. Join us on 5th February (2x tim...

The increasing importance of the Port of Blyth and the town’s Energy Central partnership to the future of the offshore energy and renewables industry in the UK has been witnessed by the Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss, who visited the region today. Having spent time on the r...

UTILITA ARENA, NEWCASTLE  Wednesday 23 September 2020: 9:30 – 15:00 and 16:30 – 19:00 Thursday 24 September 2020: 9.30 – 15:00 Promote your business and introduce the world of work to the next generation  Looking to invest in the future of your company? Join us at the leading skills, career and...

This is your chance to access the latest engineering graduates & identify talent fit for your business whilst tapping into 10k funding!Date and Time Thu, 6 February 2020, 08:00 – 10:30 GMTLocation Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4JAAbout this Event...

Testimonial Thorne & Derrick recently partnered with Just Williams Ltd to help build the skills, confidence and potential of their Sales & Marketing Apprentices provided by Northern Skills Group. Northern Skills Group is an expert provider of apprenticeships, employer-led training and ret...