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Autonomous Buses Now On UK Roads
22 passengers experienced the UK’s first full-size autonomous bus for the first time as part of a testing process by Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator. Trial Over The Forth Bridge The ground-breaking trial of a full-size autonomous single-decker bus, carrying a mixture of invited members of the Co-Design Panel, volunteers helping Stagecoach…
Top Questions To Ask An IT Support Company
This second part of ‘Why Use Outsourced IT Support?’ focuses on what kind of questions to ask when looking for your ideal outsourced IT support company. 10 Important Questions Here, we’ll focus on 10 important questions (although you may have others) and the reasons why you may want to ask them. 1. What specific services…
Fined For ‘Time Theft’
Following a recent case where a remote worker was fined for ‘time theft’, we look at what it is, the legal and ethical aspects, and how it relates to employee monitoring software. What Is Time Theft? ‘Time theft’ refers to any instance in which an employee is paid for time they did not actually work.…
Deepfaked Eyes On Video Calls
A new AI feature for Nvidia’s Broadcast client will overlay your eyes with some deepfake ones which are always looking at the camera. Eye Contact Feature The ‘Eye Contact’ feature has been designed to make users/content creators look more engaged while video conferencing or during a live stream. The feature may make it easier for…
Smart Products Have Just 2 Years Of Life
Consumer champion Which? says that high-end smart products may lose features and functionality, or become a hacking risk, after as little as two years because manufacturers may stop tech updates. Stopping The Smart Updates Limits Lifespan Which? says it discovered the risk after analysing smart appliances in six key household product areas – washing machines,…
What Questions an MSP Should Ask a Business Broker?
If you’re an MSP (Managed Service Provider) looking to buy or sell another MSP business, working with a business broker can be a valuable resource. A business broker can help you find potential buyers or sellers, negotiate the terms of the sale, and provide guidance throughout the process. Here are some questions that you may…
What’s The Difference Between a Share Sale And an Asset Sale?
As a Managed Service Provider (MSP) business owner, you may be considering buying or selling an MSP business. One important consideration is the structure of the transaction. Two common structures for buying or selling a business are a share sale and an asset sale. A share sale (also known as a stock sale), is a…
What Is a Non-Compete Clause For An MSP Owner?
A non-compete clause is a legal provision that is often included in a contract or agreement between two parties, in which one party (often an employee or contractor) agrees not to compete with the other party for a certain period of time after the completion of the contract. As a Managed Service Provider (MSP) owner,…
The Top Mistakes MSPs Make That Devalue Their Business
Below are some of the top reasons causing business owners to negatively impact the value of their business when it comes to selling : Failing to properly prepare for the sale in advance: This includes failing to gather all necessary financial documentation, not reviewing the company’s operations and processes, and not having a clear understanding…
Why Use Outsourced IT Support?
Looking at this question in two parts, here we’ll be firstly looking at the pros and cons of opting for outsourced IT support. The Popularity Of Outsourced IT Support A considerable number of businesses in the UK now use outsourced IT support, as outsourcing has become a popular way for businesses to access specialised expertise…
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