Friday 7th December, 2012

Europe is drowning in the big dataⁱ maelstrom. New research reveals that across Europe, mid-market firms are struggling to cope, overwhelmed by the sheer volume and variety of information impacting the business. They are finding it hard to harness the potential of big data for business benefit.

Thursday 6th December, 2012

A study by Steria, a leading provider of IT-enabled business services, prepared in partnership with international Strategy consulting firm Edgar, Dunn & Company (EDC) reveals one in five European businesses are unaware of Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) direct debits.

Wednesday 5th December, 2012

The Government has listened to the concerns of dedicated campaigners concerned about the supermarkets' execessive powers over their smaller suppliers, and announced that the Groceries Code Adjudicator will now have the power to fine them if they don't adhere to the Groceries Supply Code of Practice.

Tuesday 4th December 4, 2012 

Coupa Software and OB10 have announced a strategic partnership that will provide their customers with a seamless integration between the two solutions eliminating the need for paper invoices.

Monday 3rd December, 2012

The BBC reports that the leader of a north London council has defended plans to award £1bn worth of contracts to outsource back office services over 10 years. Barnet council wants to award the deal to two private firms, describing it as the largest out-sourcing of services in local government history. Council leader Richard Cornelius said the proposals would save £120m. The plans, which would see the loss of 200 jobs, have been criticised by opponents.