Getting a dog is one of those decisions that tends to arrive with a lot of optimism and, quickly, a lot of questions. The puppy that seemed manageable in the first few days develops opinions, habits, and an energy level that can feel overwhelming if you’re not sure how to respond to it.
Posts by Olly Attfield-Tomes
Essent reduces contact centre technology costs by 50%
Essent N.V., the Netherlands’ largest energy supplier, has completed a wholesale transformation of its contact centre infrastructure — cutting technology costs by 50%, achieving zero critical incidents post-migration, and improving agent workplace satisfaction by 36%.
New National Accreditation Programme set to raise the bar for cyber security standards
The UK’s trusted authority on cyber security competence, The Cyber Scheme has launched a new Accredited Company Programme to validate the credibility of organisations delivering cyber security services.
Metal service centre named ‘King’ of the metal carpet at the CBM Awards
One of the UK’s leading metal services centres was named as the shining star of the metal industry ‘Oscars’ last night.
UK ‘first’ as Batten & Allen presses ahead with £500,000 ‘Bruderer’ investment and global expansion
A major deal was completed at MACH 2026 this week, with Batten & Allen becoming the first manufacturer in the UK to benefit from Bruderer UK’s latest high-speed press technology.
Essential property services for modern homes and businesses
Whether you’re improving energy efficiency, maintaining outdoor spaces, or upgrading digital infrastructure, choosing the right specialist services can make a significant difference.
Smart solar solutions for modern outdoor living and energy efficiency
As sustainability becomes a central focus for homeowners and businesses alike, innovative solar technologies are transforming how we design and use our spaces.
Unlocking better health with the right local services
Most people don’t think seriously about their health until something starts to feel off. That’s completely understandable, but it also means that a lot of us end up dealing with problems that could have been caught much earlier or managing symptoms that could have been properly treated rather than simply tolerated.
From the ground up: Garden and home services worth considering
Some of the most satisfying improvements to a home or outdoor space aren’t the headline projects. They’re the ones that solve a nagging problem, create usable space that didn’t exist before, or quietly improve the energy performance of a building in ways that compound over time. It’s easy to get caught up in the bigger, more visible renovations and overlook the things that would make the most difference to daily life.
Smart solutions for care, security and the voluntary sector
Some of the most important work happening across the UK sits outside the obvious commercial spotlight. Care provision, community organisations, and physical security might not share an obvious thread at first glance, but they’re all areas where the right expertise makes an enormous practical difference to real people’s lives.
Practical IT solutions that help your business work smarter
Technology has a habit of either quietly solving problems or quietly creating them, depending on how thoughtfully it’s been put in place. For most businesses, the goal isn’t to be on the bleeding edge of every new development. It’s to have systems that work reliably, scale when needed, and don’t become a source of daily frustration for the people who depend on them.
Three practical ways to approach property and accommodation in the UK
Whether you’re relocating for work, trying to sell a property in a competitive market, or simply looking for somewhere comfortable to stay while you figure out the next move, the choices you make early on tend to shape everything that follows. The UK property and accommodation market can feel overwhelming from the outside, but with the right support in the right places, most of the stress dissolves quickly.