John Edwards (pictured) has begun his new role as the UK's Information Commissioner, and will lead the Wilmslow-based Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for the next five years. Mr Edwards' term begun on 4th January, after serving for eight years in an equivalent position with New Zealand's … [Read more...]
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Council launches consultation on digital strategy
Cheshire East Council has launched a new public consultation as it sets out its digital strategy as part of its vision for an 'open, fairer and greener' borough. Businesses, residents and other stakeholders will have until 17th January to share their views on its plans that encompass digital … [Read more...]
Software giant opens Alderley Park office
Software group, SAP, has announced it has opened its new northern base at the Glasshouse tech hub at Alderley Park as the firm looks to tap into the North-west's growing digital economy. The Germany-based global software group revealed the plan to move to Alderley Park this summer as part of a … [Read more...]
Macclesfield IT firm celebrates 20th anniversary
Axon, a Macclesfield based IT firm focused on transforming businesses through technology, has reached the milestone of 20 years helping UK SMEs with their Microsoft IT and technology needs. Axon originally started out as a Microsoft training business, before moving to managed IT services. As … [Read more...]
Cyber security guide launches for region’s small businesses
The North West Cyber Resilience Centre (NWCRC) has launched a new Cyber Security Guide for Small Businesses based in the North West. The new guide aims to help educate small business owners about digital threats to their businesses, and reduce the chances that they will become victims of … [Read more...]
Macclesfield start-up secures seed funding to launch ‘Amazon of property’
A Macclesfield based tech start-up has secured £268,000 of angel investment in a seed funding round to launch an intelligent property search portal. Property.xyz has secured the backing of 11 experienced investors in the fields of technology, finance and real estate. Co-founders Robert Jones … [Read more...]
Software giant plans Alderley Park offices
As part of plans to invest in the UK market, German software giant SAP has revealed plans for a new office in Alderley Park. SAP has announced plans to open a new customer experience centre in London, as well as developing a presence at Alderley Park to better serve its business software … [Read more...]
DCMS invests £1 million into 5G research lab
The Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced £1 million of funding for a government-backed lab to help UK telecoms manufacturers develop 5G equipment. SONIC Labs, based in London and Brighton, will be run by Ofcom and Digital Catapult to help UK firms diversify 5G … [Read more...]
Macclesfield IT firm makes Sales Director and Board promotion
Macclesfield IT firm, Axon IT, has announced the appointment and promotion of Rob Burrell to Board Member and Sales Director. Having worked for Axon for three years, Rob (pictured) started his new role during June and he will be instrumental in developing the company’s sales function and client … [Read more...]
Businesses invited to donate IT equipment to council ‘Computers for Kids’ scheme
Cheshire East Council has announced that the first computers have been distributed to schools as part of its 'Computers for Kids' scheme and is calling for businesses to get involved to donate unused IT equipment. The scheme has been launched off the back of the national campaign, ‘Laptops for … [Read more...]
Fabric-IT shares definitive guide Microsoft 365
With many businesses rapidly adopting cloud-based computing this year to accommodate home working, Ed Wright, Technical Director at Macclesfield based Fabric-IT, shares his definitive guide to Microsoft 365, one of the most popular choices for business. The modern workplace is evolving at … [Read more...]
Fabric-IT to Kickstart opportunities for young people
Macclesfield-based Fabric-IT is the latest business to show its support for the Kickstart Scheme, creating work placements for young people in the local area. Fabric-IT has expressed strong support for the Kickstart scheme in recent meetings with Macclesfield MP, David Rutley (pictured left). … [Read more...]