Monthly Archives: November 2022

Business Advice, News, Start Ups

Money Saving Tips for Start Ups

Starting a business can be expensive – many business owners underestimate the cost of things like legal advice, quarterly leasing costs and deposits when acquiring premises, as well as covering the costs of obtaining the equipment you need to get that first office established.

Here’s some tips to help reduce some of these start-up costs.

  1. Check out websites like Latest Deals to find discounted prices on furniture and equipment online. If furnishing a new office, the cost of each item can vary considerably, even for the same brand.  However you do need to ensure that different brands are of the same quality and compare like with like. Going for  for a budget brand may not provide adequate ergonomic support or be as durable.  Getting a good deal on a trusted brand is always a good option!
  2. Check out second hand bargains.  High-end office furniture from luxury brands can often last 20+ years, and are updated when a company rebrands rather than because there is anything wrong with it.  If style is a concern, you may even find a company supplying higher end furniture will also be happy to come and design your interior space as part of the deal.
  3. When it comes to technology, you can also get bargains – but if you aren’t an expert, seek advice from an IT expert before buying. This is because computers vary hugely by spec, and they go out of date very quickly.   That said, you can pick up some massive bargains.  A used ipad, imac or Mac Mini is often a real bargain compared to new, giving you more budget to spend elsewhere.  It will perform well, you can usually still update the spec with more memory and may even find models that are still current or less than a year old for a fraction of the cost.  The downside of this?  Bargain hunting is addictive and you may buy more than you need!
  4. When looking for your first office, don’t automatically assume you need a large prestigious building to attract customers. Check out business centres, council start up units and flexible office rentals as well as searching for independent premises to rent.  It is possible to find small units within a business centre for as little as £300 per month, including business rates, electricity and so on, you won’t have hidden costs and they are also usually great place to meet other start-ups, delivering plenty of business networking opportunities.  You can upgrade your premises as your business grows, and these spaces are often more flexible, whereas if you have your own premises, you can expect plenty of hidden costs, such as the landlord’s insurance, a long lease meaning you can’t easily move, repairs (depending on the type of lease) and utilities.
  5. Speaking of networking, this is one of the fastest free (and paid) ways for a start up to quickly grow your business. It works really well for B2B businesses.  Most councils will have a local small business networking group and this is a good place to start, you’ll have chance to meet other businesses, meeting fees are usually low and venues are normally accessible.  However, as your business grows, it may be worth considering joining one of the more established networks like BNI or Introbiz – or even both!  Paid networks often attract bigger budget businesses – the fees can be as much as £1k per year, but with all these events, the focus is not what it costs but how much business you can gain from being a member.

We hope these start-up tips have given you some good ideas to get you started.  Let us know what worked for your business in the comments below.

Entertainment, News

The Relationship Between Real-Time Experiences and Game Play in a Live Casino

While online casinos have been around for quite some time now, live casinos are a relatively new concept. And while they both offer casino games that can be played from the comfort of your own home, there are some key differences between the two. For starters, live casinos feature real-time gameplay with actual dealers, which creates a much more immersive experience for the player. Additionally, live casinos also offer a wider variety of games than their online counterparts, most of which you can find on https://campobet.com/fi/games/live-casino or other similar sites. This means that there’s something for everyone.

How do real time live casino experiences influence game playing?

Real-time live casino experiences can have a significant influence on game playing. The most obvious way that this occurs is through the use of bonuses and promotions. By offering players bonuses for playing at certain times or for meeting certain criteria, casinos encourage players to try new games or to play more frequently. Additionally, by providing live dealer games, casinos give players the feeling that they are in a real casino environment, which then makes the games more exciting and immersive. Finally, by offering special events or tournaments, casinos create a sense of community among their players, which leads to increased loyalty and longer-term engagement.

How the sights and sounds of a live casino can influence your game play

The sights and sounds of an online live casino can influence your game play in a number of ways. First, the visual cues can help you to understand what is happening in the game and make better decisions. Second, the audio cues can provide information about the other players, helping you to gauge their reactions and make better decisions. Finally, the overall atmosphere of the casino can affect your mood and how you approach the game.

What is the impact of real time experiences on game strategy?

Real-time experiences can have a significant impact on game strategy. For one, they can provide players with a sense of the game’s pacing and how to best approach it. They can also give players a feel for the game’s mechanics and how they work. Finally, real-time experiences can also help players learn about the game’s lore and background, providing them with context that can be useful when making strategic decisions.

To sum up, there is a connection between gameplay in a live casino and real-time experience because live casinos offer a chance to interact with other players and dealers, which can add to the excitement of the game.

Events, News

Tips for Throwing a Successful Conference

Hosting a conference can be an overwhelming task. You need to book the venue, secure catering and entertainment, create promotional materials, find speakers…the list goes on and on! But with the right plan in place, you can throw a successful conference that will leave your attendees raving. Here are some tips for putting together the best possible event. 

Planning Ahead 

When it comes to throwing a successful conference, planning ahead is key. Start by outlining the goals of the event and determining how you will measure success (e.g., number of attendees, amount of money raised). Once you have these basics down, start thinking about the details like location, catering options, activities, speakers, and so on. Having a detailed plan in place will make it much easier to manage tasks as they come up during the planning process. 

Creating an Itinerary 

The next step is to create an itinerary for your conference that outlines all of the activities and events that will take place. This should include start and end times for sessions as well as any breaks or meals planned throughout the day. Make sure to include enough flexibility in your itinerary so that if something unexpected comes up (e.g., a speaker runs late), there is still time to accommodate it without throwing off your entire schedule. 

Involve Your Audience

According to Wildfire, one of the best ways to ensure that your conference is a success is to involve your audience. Ask for feedback about what topics they would like to see discussed and let them know how their input can shape the conference agenda. Make sure that there are plenty of opportunities for attendees to engage with one another through networking activities, discussion forums, and other interactive elements.

Marketing & Promotion 

Once you have all of your details lined up, it’s time to start marketing and promoting your event! This could include creating email campaigns, press releases, social media posts and ads—all designed to get people interested in attending your conference. Additionally, consider partnering with other organizations or influencers who may be able to help spread word about your event. The more people who know about it and see value in attending, the better!

Provide Value 

At the end of the day, your attendees want to get something out of their experience. Make sure that you are providing them with value in the form of helpful information, useful contacts, or other resources that they can take away from the event. You can also provide tangible items like conference swag bags, attendee gifts, or discount codes that they can use in the future.

Follow Up 

Once the dust has settled after your event, follow up with attendees to thank them for their participation and ask for feedback. This is a great opportunity to gain insight into what worked well and areas for improvement. It will also help you create an

Throwing a successful conference takes a lot of hard work and dedication—but following these simple tips can help ensure that things go smoothly from start to finish! Remember to plan ahead by setting clear goals for yourself; create an organized itinerary; market & promote effectively; and above all else—have fun! With these tips in hand you’re sure to have attendees leaving feeling inspired and energized after having attended your amazing event!

 

Cybersecurity, News, Tech Thought Leadership

Distributed Denial of Service Attack: Prevention and Best Practices

Written by Adrian Taylor, VP of EMEA at A10 Networks 

As one of the easiest attacks to launch and often devastatingly effective, a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack is one of the most common threats in today’s cybersecurity landscape. In simple terms, a DDoS attack seeks to disrupt a target’s connectivity or user services by flooding its network with an overwhelming volume of fraudulent traffic, typically through a botnet.

The damage from a DDoS attack can be devastating. In one recent survey, 98% of respondents reported costs of more than $100,000 for each hour of downtime, while over one-third estimated costs in excess of $1 million. The average DDoS attack causes $218,000 in direct damage (around £179,601), in addition to any accompanying extortion, data theft, business disruption, or harm to the victim’s reputation and business and customer relationships.

Without an effective DDoS attack prevention strategy, complemented with DDoS protection solutions and threat intelligence, organisations are at significant risk. To reduce the risk of a devastating DDoS attack, businesses should adhere to the following five steps as the foundation of an effective DDoS attack prevention strategy:

1. Know What to Watch for

To detect whether a DDoS attack is underway before it’s too late, businesses need to know what normal network traffic looks like. By creating a baseline of usual traffic patterns, they can more easily identify the symptoms of a DDoS attack, such as inexplicably slow network performance, spotty connectivity, intermittent web crashes, unusual traffic sources, or a surge of spam.

Vigilant monitoring is critical, including both network and application traffic; even a small anomaly can signal a test by cybercriminals in advance of a larger attack. The sooner an attack is detected, the more quickly and effectively a DDoS attack mitigation plan can be implemented. At the same time, it’s critical to minimise false positives in order to avoid unnecessary operational disruptions.

2. Make a Denial of Service Response Plan

When it has been determined that a likely DDoS attack is underway, organisations need to be able to respond quickly and efficiently. Detailed planning will avoid the need to improvise under pressure. This should include:

  • A checklist of systems, assets, and advanced threat detection tools
  • A defined response team with the DDoS attack mitigation competencies
  • Procedures to maintain business operations for the duration of the attack
  • Protocols for incident notification and escalation
  • A communications plan covering both employees and external stakeholders such as customers and partners and the media

3. Ensure a Resilient Infrastructure

Given the high likelihood of an attempted DDoS attack at some point, organisations should take steps to minimise the impact of a successful denial of service. Designing network and systems to accommodate excess traffic—from 2 – 5x the anticipated baseline need—can help absorb an attack for long enough to mount a response. Distributing resources can limit the reach of an attack, such as by putting servers in different data centres, and putting data centres on different networks and in different physical locations.

Redundant devices and high-availability architecture can increase the speed of system restoration following a DDoS attack (note that they should be launched only after an attack has concluded to avoid exposing them to an ongoing attack). Avoid or harden bottlenecks and single points of failure that can be especially vulnerable to a traffic flood.

4. Take Refuge in the Cloud

The cloud offers a few possibilities to reduce the risk of a DDoS attack. Migrating assets to the cloud is one approach; cloud providers have far more bandwidth than the typical enterprise, and the distributed nature of the cloud can aid resiliency. If one server is crashed by a DDoS attack, others will continue operating; similarly, secure data backups in the cloud can aid rapid recovery in the event of system corruption.

On the other hand, multi-tenant cloud environments can bring risks of their own. A cloud, hosting, or colocation provider who detects a DDoS attack on one customer might shut down all their traffic in order to prevent spill over impacts on other customers, leaving the company unable to make a more surgical response to preserve some services.

At the same time, an attack on another cloud provider customer might impact your company even if you’re not the original target. Therefore, it’s important to work with cloud, hosting, and colocation providers who offer DDoS protection as a service for their customers.

5. Deploy DDoS Protection Solutions and Threat Intelligence

DDoS attack prevention depends on a multi-layered strategy of best practices, tools, and threat intelligence. Anti-DDoS solutions should include capabilities for traffic monitoring, real-time threat detection, anomalous behaviour blocking, zero-day attack pattern recognition, DDoS scrubbing, and automated response.

Threat intelligence is essential to enrich DDoS tools with timely data about current DDoS activity and trends, including the IP addresses of DDoS botnets and vulnerable servers known to be associated with DDoS attacks. Leveraged in conjunction with real-time threat detection, AI/ML capabilities, and automated signature extraction, threat intelligence enables organisations to take a proactive approach to DDoS attack mitigation.

In summary, whilst the threat and potential of DDoS attacks are rising, there are strategies organisations can implement to ensure heightened security. By verifying a baseline of normal activity, any abnormalities can be monitored and addressed. Cloud environments will ensure less downtime with reliable infrastructure acting as a key defence.

Ultimately, organisations should shore-up their overall defences. Strategically deploying DDoS mitigation services, in conjunction with real-time threat detection, can enhance a business’s rapid response to an attack, eliminating downtime and reducing financial loss.

Case Studies and Partnerships, Cloud Migration, Cloud Platforms, Digital Transformation, Hyperconvergence, News, Tech

Nutanix Enables JM Finn to Lower Operational Costs and Reduce Carbon Footprint

Nutanix today announced that JM Finn has slimmed down its data centre infrastructure from twenty four to just six equipment racks by migrating legacy datacentres to the Nutanix Cloud Platform. The migration has resulted in an impressive 75% reduction with major implications for both power and cooling requirements as well as the company’s long term carbon footprint.

Since its inception in 1946, the investment management company has grown steadily to boast both a multi-billion pound investment portfolio and enviable reputation for individual client-focused financial investment services recognised as amongst the best in the world. With a clear focus on the provision of high quality investment management services to a diverse client base, JM Finn was keen to embrace cloud computing as part of its transformation plans to make the company’s IT more agile, cost effective and easier to manage.

Choosing a suitable platform was relatively straightforward as JM Finn had previously used the Nutanix Cloud Platform to, first, replace a key legacy storage resource then rapidly host a company-wide EUC application to support working from home during the Covid-19 pandemic. The solution offered hypervisor neutrality which meant JM Finn had the option to simply migrate most of its existing VMware VMs rather than immediately switch everything over to the AHV hypervisor.

Commenting on the migration, Jon Cosson, Head of IT and CISO, JM Finn, said: “Having successfully switched a workforce of over 300 onto remote working in under a week we knew just what the Nutanix Cloud Platform was capable of doing and how easy it was to manage. Over just two weekends we relocated both our primary and secondary datacentres, but that’s not all. By migrating all of our legacy servers and applications to the Nutanix Cloud Platform we were able to reduce the overall rack footprint by 75% and realise tangible benefits in terms of operational costs and environmental impact.”

Following an extensive needs analysis, Cosson and the team came up with a design which has enabled JM Finn to slim down its data centre infrastructure from twenty four to just six equipment racks. Performance gains have been widely reported and running costs significantly lowered, which has enabled JM Finn to halve the number of staff needed to support the new infrastructure with those displaced moved into other roles to find ways of better exploiting the new technology.

The required equipment was quickly ordered and installed first in a brand new primary datacentre in Suffolk then at a secondary site in Hampshire to provide additional backup and disaster recovery capabilities. Once working, migration was scheduled to take place over successive bank holiday weekends to mitigate against any disruption although, in practice the process proved trouble free.

“It all went remarkably smoothly,” commented Cosson. “There was no loss of service and no complaints which has to be a first for a project like this which could, so easily, have gone off the rails and caused real headaches for the business. It’s hats off to Nutanix and its partners for making it so seamless and we’re very pleased with the results and the high level of support both during and after the process.”

Looking ahead, JM Finn plans to take full advantage of the company’s new private cloud to further drive down operational costs and maximise the value of the company’s investment. Alongside ongoing work to identify workloads suitable for moving to the Nutanix AHV hypervisor several projects are planned, including the migration of legacy IBM systems over the next few months.

Christmas, interior design, News, Retail & E-commerce

Arighi Bianchi launches festive initiatives to give local community a happier Christmas

The season of goodwill has begun at Macclesfield furniture store Arighi Bianchi – and this year it has launched a number of extra special initiatives for the local community.

Renowned for its dazzling displays and magical Christmas Shop, Arighi Bianchi has once again pulled out all the stops to sprinkle some Christmas magic over Macclesfield with a series of events and giveaways to bring some festive cheer to the local community.

 

  • The iconic store in the centre of Macclesfield has been transformed into a jaw-dropping 110ft tall Advent Calendar – lighting up one of the town’s busiest routes.  

 

  • For the first time in its 168-year history it will also be giving children in the area the chance to meet Father Christmas for free when he visits the store on Sunday 4th December. There’s a special Santa’s Grotto at the front of the store for children to meet Santa and receive a free gift* between 10am and 2pm.

 

  • The Café Bar at Arighi Bianchi will launch its Christmas menu from Monday 28th November – featuring Cheshire turkey breast and all the trimmings and Christmas pudding. Available Monday to Saturday.

 

  • For extra Christmas cheer the family-run business is also offering everyone the chance to win a £200 shopping spree in the run up to Christmas. Entry into the competition is free via its website https://www.arighibianchi.co.uk/pages/christmas-competition and the voucher can be used both online and in store. 

 

SANTA’S GROTTO AT ARIGHI BIANCHI – Sunday 4th December

On Sunday 4th December, Father Christmas will be making a special visit to the store for the first time in its history. The free experience will run from 10am to 2pm with no need to book. Children can meet Father Christmas, tell him what’s on their wish list and have their photograph taken in the beautiful grotto. *The first 100 children to arrive will also receive a gift.

 

ARIGHI BIANCHI’S CHRISTMAS SHOP IS FILLED WITH CHRISTMAS MAGIC! 

For homeowners looking to wow with their decorations this festive season, Arighi’s new extended Christmas shop is a must-visit. Located on the ground floor at the flower shop entrance, the treasure trove is stocked to the brim with 2022’s festive trends – from stunning silver and glistening gold decorations, to candy cane and gingerbread inspired decorations, beautiful Nordic whites and an impressive selection of gonks.

 

ARIGHI BIANCHI TRANSFORMS STORE FRONT INTO GIANT ADVENT CALENDAR

 

The windows of Arighi Bianchi’s iconic Silk Road store have been transformed into a 110ft high and 45ft wide Advent Calendar set to surprise and delight passers-by as dusk falls and the stunning window display is illuminated. With a green and gold heritage theme to match the store’s Victorian architecture, the advent calendar is fast becoming one of Macclesfield’s festive traditions.

Lucy Mather, Head of Communications at Arighi Bianchi, said: “We absolutely love Christmas at Arighi Bianchi. As a family business we always want to go that extra mile to make the store experience even more special over the festive period. From our window displays – which always get people talking to our Christmas shop which people travel to from miles around to experience.

“This year is even more special as we have Father Christmas in store with us for the very first time. We’ve created a stunning backdrop for him to meet and greet local children and would encourage all youngsters in the area to come down. We look forward to welcome as many people as possible into store.”

 

For more information about Arighi Bianchi visit www.arighibianchi.co.uk

Entertainment, Gambling, News

The difference between a welcome, deposit and no deposit bonus

Whether you’re about to sign up to your very first online casino provider site, or you’ve held an account for a while, knowing more about the bonuses and promotions offered to players is a key element in unlocking your full online casino gaming experience.

With this being said, we wanted to take a closer look at three of the most common casino promotions many online casino providers offer players within the promotional page – welcome, deposit and no deposit bonuses.

By looking into the three most common bonuses offered by many online casino providers, it will hopefully help you better understand the bonuses and promotions providers offer, as well as help you find the best promotional bonus to suit your gameplay.

If you’re ready, scroll down to discover more.

Welcome bonus

In very rare cases would you not find a welcome bonus of any sort on a casino provider site. A welcome bonus is essentially a bonus to welcome new players signing up for the site. A bit like a welcome gift.

In some cases, a welcome bonus could include a percentage of your initial deposit added to your bankroll, which some think of as ‘free money’ to play with on the casino floor. Other bonus prizes offered include free spins or free bets.

Each casino provider offers a different prize, with some of their prizes attached to eligible games, so always read the terms and conditions, as well as claim the right bonus for your style of gameplay.

Deposit bonus

Similar to a welcome bonus, a deposit bonus requires – you guessed it – a deposit. However, this bonus type will award you with a percentage of your deposited amount back.

Of course, as all promotions are offered, we suggest reading the terms and conditions before accepting the offer. By doing this, you’ll find out if there’s a wagering requirement to unlock the bonus, as well as find out if the prize is exclusive to certain games or Slots, or if it’s free to use wherever you like within the site.

No deposit bonus

You guessed it, this bonus requires no deposit, just activation. However, this type of promotion is usually attached to eligible games, with the bonus unable to be activated for other games.

The games usually attached are new, and act as the site’s way of introducing players to the new reels in town.

To active, you aren’t required to deposit anything into your bankroll, simply press ‘claim’.  The bonus will then be released into your account and be free to use whenever you like – we suggest reading the terms and conditions as this offer may have an expiry, so it’s always best to check.

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Of course, bonuses offered within the promotional pages of online casino provider sites are there as an option. You don’t have to claim a bonus if you feel you don’t need it, it will have no impact on your gameplay etc. It’s an option, not a must.

 

 

News

Berlin visit inspires next generation of Welsh scientists

THE appliance of science in Germany inspired a group of learners from Coleg Cambria.

Fourteen students from the college’s Yale site in Wrexham visited Berlin on a healthcare field trip, led by Medical and Applied Science lead, Paul Phillips-Jenkins.

They travelled on more than 50 trains in four days while taking in some of the capital’s leading institutes and exhibitions.

Among them were students from Medical Science, Applied Science and A-Level Biology courses.

“The trip was to immerse the students in science in Berlin, the best city in Europe to do so,” said Paul.

“The emphasis was on health sciences, so we attended exhibits, enjoyed interactive science and technology activities, natural history attractions and looked at predictions for science in the future as part of Berlin’s International Science Festival.”

They also paid a visit to one of the continent’s biggest and oldest teaching hospitals, Charité, and toured landmarks including Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, Museum Island, Checkpoint Charlie, and the TV Tower, with its glass topped elevator and 203m-high observation platform.

“We walked over 100,000 steps during our time there, so we certainly packed a lot in!” added Paul.

“Ultimately, it was an incredible opportunity for the students, demonstrating the benchmark for science and providing us all with the unforgettable and inspiring memories we have brought back to Cambria, laying the foundations for their future careers.”

For more on the wide range of courses and qualifications at Coleg Cambria, visit the website www.cambria.ac.uk.

Call Centre Tech, News

The 6 Top Features for Call Management Systems in 2023

A call management system with the right features can take your call center to new heights!

The features like call routing and automatic call distribution can immediately make your call center more productive and profitable by helping automate its systems. Similarly, many other call center features are on the market to improve your experience with your call management system. 

Keep reading to explore the most effective features every call management system should have. 

Top Features for Call Management Systems in 2023

Below are the most appealing features to look for when deciding on a call management system. 

Call Forwarding

Call forwarding is a powerful calling feature that lets you redirect an incoming call to another phone number you pick. You can either set it to forward calls to a certain phone number if a condition is met or unconditionally. 

Enabling call forwarding on your call management system lets you divert calls to anywhere in the world. So, you can work from anywhere in the world by setting up your office phone to forward calls to your mobile number. This way, you and your team will no longer be limited to conducting business on office grounds. 

Moreover, as call forwarding can automatically redirect a phone call to another phone number, it ensures all customer calls get answered. As a result, you can help more callers and get more leads for your business. 

Call Routing

Call routing is similar to call forwarding as it diverts incoming calls as well. But with call routing, you can develop pre-set calling rules to route calls to particular customer care departments and agents. 

Using call routing, you can create an advanced calling queue to best handle your callers. It cuts down the time taken to connect a caller to a qualified support agent and streamlines your call center operations. 

For instance, you can set your call management system to route an incoming call to a technical agent’s phone if the caller seeks technical support. But if the technical agent isn’t available, it may route the call to the next most qualified agent to handle the call. 

Cloud-Based Calling

Though landlines have been a great telecommunication solution for call centers in the past, they may no longer be an effective choice. You see, the copper landlines have become outdated as they require setting up an extensive copper wire connection across your office, yet their data transfer rate is poor. 

With landlines being phased out, internet-based (aka VoIP) calling services are on the boom. Generally speaking, they use the cloud infrastructure to enable communications over the internet. When seeking a call management system in 2023, it’s preferable to pick a cloud-based service provider for easy system deployment and increased flexibility.

The cloud-based calling systems also give you and your team locational flexibility. Your agents can handle customer calls from any part of the world as long as they have internet. They also allow hiring talent from all across the world to fit your business needs well. For instance, you could outsource your Chinese callers to a Chinese agent.  

Call Statistics

Your call center decisions will be based on your call center data – how many calls it got in total, how many were missed, how many leads you got, and so on. The call management systems that offer a breakdown of such data and more are preferable to help you make meaningful decisions for your call center. That said, here are some important statistics to expect from a good call management program:

  • Number of calls received
  • Number of calls attended and missed
  • Average call duration
  • Average waiting time
  • Outbound calls
  • Agent availability across the day
  • Which agents handled which calls
  • Best performing agents

Call Recording

Call recording is another important call management system feature that is often overlooked. Recording your customer calls will be effective in managing an issue in the future and tracking previous conversations with a caller. 

But that’s not it – you can also listen to your recorded customer calls to determine which calling tactics your agents should keep using and which ones they should drop. Apart from that, you can also use the recorded calls to train your new agents. 

Omnichannel Support

It’s not uncommon to have your customers message you over various social media channels to get their answers. But it can be tempting for your support agents to keep an eye on all support channels, including social media, text, and iMessages. 

That is why investing in a call management system offering omnichannel support is preferable. Such call systems let you manage your different text channels from one dashboard for convenience. 

Wrapping It Up

When investing in a call management system, getting the right calling features is the key. If your phone system offers the required calling features, it can significantly improve your call center operations and employee productivity. As a result, your call center expenditure will be low, leading to higher profitability. 

In this guide, we uncovered the top 6 features for call management systems in 2022. 

These include essential features like call forwarding, routing, and call statistics. Further, features like cloud-based calling, call recording, and omnichannel support are also worthwhile. Until next time, cheers!

Cybersecurity, London, News, Tech

WCKD RZR’s CEO helps ignite the cyber runway

Data enablement startup founder selected as a “high-potential” leader in government-backed programme.

Data enablement startup WCKD RZR’s CEO is one of just six startup founders to be selected as a high-potential leader on the largest government-backed cyber startup accelerator in the UK.

Earlier this year, the London-based business was one of just 35 cyber companies chosen to join the Cyber Runway accelerator backed by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and delivered by Plexal.

The accelerator is part of the government’s mission to make the UK a responsible and democratic cyber power, as laid out in its National Cyber Strategy 2022.

The new Ignite programme aims to help some of the cohort upskill in areas that’ll enhance their leadership and subsequently grow their businesses to unlock prosperity for employees and communities, inspiring other early-stage entrepreneurs in the process.

 

Today, founder and CEO of WCKD RZR, Chuck Teixeira, said: “I’m honoured to have been chosen for this additional Cyber Runway programme, which is designed with a specific leadership enhancement focus.

“I’m in esteemed company as part of the Ignite cohort, and I’m proud to have been selected. This will help us to unlock our full potential, and provide the rocket fuel for WCKD RZR’s next stage of growth.”

 

Six ambitious founders have been chosen to form the first Cyber Runway Ignite intake of innovative security talent from Plexal’s extensive cyber community.

Cyber Runway Ignite will provide founders with mentoring, workshops and networking opportunities tailored to their goals, with business support from Plexal’s innovation services team, alongside the Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) and Deloitte. The programme is funded by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, which also backs Cyber Runway.

 

Saj Huq, CCO and head of innovation at Plexal, said: “The Cyber Runway Ignite launch is a continued part of our mission to close the gap between organisations – small and large, private and public, local and global – and unleash technology that can strengthen our national security and enhance our socioeconomic prosperity.

“We’re excited to work closely alongside these six founders and be a part of their growth journey.”

 

UK cyber minister, Julia Lopez, said: “As part of our multi-billion pound cyber strategy, we’re unleashing the potential of the UK’s top security talent to ensure they have the skills they need to successfully grow their business.

“Our investment in these tech founders will create new job opportunities and strengthen the country’s cyber defences.”

 

WCKD RZR was also recently selected from hundreds of European startups to take part in the inaugural Amazon Web Services (AWS) FinTech Accelerator programme.

WCKD RZR’s pioneering Data Enablement software, Data Watchdog, unlocks the potential of any multinational organisation’s data by allowing them to find, govern and access data in each country, in real time, fully compliant with relevant data sharing, privacy and governance rules.