Business process outsourcing (BPO) management has traditionally been used by manufacturing companies. It involves buying in business function services from a third party company to run parts of the business in totality, while the manufacturer concentrates on doing what they do best i.e. producing their product. However, business outsourcing is now used by many industries and sectors — not just manufacturing — to provide a…
If you own a car, you will almost certainly have experienced those times when you leave your home in the morning and realise it’s been a very cold night. You know the kind of thing – thick ice, maybe a thin layer of snow, maybe worse. Suddenly you know it’s going to be a while before you can see out of that windscreen in order…
Of course, the key to any successful business is to strive to be the best at whatever it is they do. From haulage firms and hotels, to construction companies and coffee shops, it’s essential for a company to concentrate on their core competencies if they are to excel in their chosen industry. But, there are many other facets to running a successful business that require…
Of course, one of the worst possible scenarios for anyone’s home is to see it destroyed by fire. While this tragedy has unfortunately happened to many already, following a few simple tips can help to dramatically reduce the chance of it affecting you. The most commonly suggested step is to fit your house with smoke alarms and to regularly check that they have working batteries.…
For romantics in particular, Valentine’s Day — February 14th — is a time to publicly declare all of your love for your nearest and dearest, and ideally to celebrate your special relationship. As it is the romantic highlight of the calendar, many people choose that day to make proposals of marriage. For those who are intending to pop the question on Valentine’s Day, then a…
We’ve all heard the popular phrase ‘Rome wasn’t built in a day’, indeed we may have consolingly muttered it to ourselves when tirelessly trying to construct some supposedly ‘easy assembly’ flat-pack item. But when you visit Rome you truly begin to understand what this phrase means, as the city is scattered with many beautiful ancient monuments that span the eras; each one grander looking than…
Let’s face it you can get anything and everything on-line now, from beans to Bentleys, Yorkies to Yachts. The power of the internet has enabled more and more companies to sell their wares to a wider audience, enabling consumers to hunt for the best bargains in the comfort of their own home and bringing a whole new meaning to scouring the shelves. And let’s face…
If you’re a student, you’ll probably be all too familiar with the complications the end of term holidays can sometimes create when it comes to storing your belongings. Indeed, whether it is the Christmas, Halloween, Easter or summer break, this often involves a period of time where you will be vacating your current accommodation. Of course, over the holiday period many students will often stay…
Indeed, airport hotels have come a long way since their introduction as an option for accommodation. In recent times the sector has developed faster than any other lodging type, with many offering improved facilities and higher levels of service. Primarily aimed at people travelling for business purposes, there are also a growing number of tourists choosing to stay in airport hotels. In fact, according to…
So which would you prefer — a desktop or a laptop? The chances are that you have one or other type of computer already. However, if you are thinking of changing, you should consider the pros and cons carefully before you make your final decision. It’s not as easy as simply picking the one which has all the features you need and sells for the…