Quantum Technologies – What They Are and Why Devon Businesses Should Be Paying Attention

Helen Wylde-Archibald, CEO of Devon Chamber of Commerce, provides a clear, non-technical overview of what Quantum Technologies are, where they stand today, and why businesses should focus on awareness and future planning rather than immediate action. Following on from our Devon: Future of Work event, many of you have asked about Quantum Technologies, how does […]
Get Your Business AI-Ready with the AI Business Accelerator Course

Most business leaders know AI is now something they need to address within their organisation. What’s far less clear is where to start, what responsible AI looks like, and how to approach AI in a way that actually benefits your business and your people. The AI Business Accelerator Training Course from South West AI Solutions […]
The AI Business Accelerator Training Course – 25% discount for Chamber Members

Want to start adopting AI across your organisation but not sure where to start? The AI Business Accelerator Training Course from South West AI Solutions has been designed for senior leaders, business owners and managers who want to start adopting AI responsibly across their teams and organisations. Learn how to use AI and create AI […]
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss ‘Cyber Survival: Defend, Respond, Recover’

Wednesday 9 July 2025 at The Forge, Winslade Manor, Exeter Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat, it’s happening right here, in the Southwest, to businesses just like yours. That’s why Nexus is proud to present ‘Cyber Survival: Defend, Respond, Recover’, a must-attend event designed to help business owners, leaders, and technical managers protect their […]
Good Business Fund offers opportunity to access £15,000 of free consultancy time

Plymouth-based creative agencies, Just Enough Brave and Altitude Design, have announced the launch of The Good Business Fund 2024. Following last year’s success, The Good Business Fund will once again offer up to £15,000 worth of free creative and digital consultancy time to a deserving applicant. This initiative is their way of championing environmental sustainability and social […]
Tradition to Innovation: Digital and AI’s impact on Exeter’s business landscape

Sponsored content By Stuart Pedlar, Digital Accounting Specialist at Westcotts Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers The last decade has been marked by technological advancements and digital transformation across the board. Exeter, a city steeped in history and tradition, and the surrounding East Devon area is no exception and is now embracing the wave of innovation […]
7 essential features every business website needs to succeed
When it comes to business websites, certain key elements can really help you achieve a solid online presence. Here, Made With Maturity outlines seven must-have components. 1. Be concise and clear One crucial aspect of your business website is conveying a clear and persuasive value proposition to potential customers. This means effectively communicating your products […]
Digital technology – Why adapting is no longer a choice
Stuart Pedlar, accounts manager at Thomas Westcott Chartered Accountants, discusses why making the switch to digital is crucial for businesses to succeed. In an exceptional era for businesses across the South West one thing has become clear – adapting to digital technologies is no longer a choice but a necessity. Firms that have embraced new […]
What solution should you put in your e-commerce basket?
Anna Bailey of Freeway Projects explores the best options for embarking on an e-commerce strategy. The UK e-commerce market is one of the biggest in Europe and is still growing rapidly, driven in part by the increase in usage of mobile devices, the convenience and trust in online shopping. Here are some core factors to […]
Four ways to keep on top of your IT
The last 18 months have seen many businesses move online faster than they would ever have imagined, bringing with it a rise in demand for e-commerce platforms, new websites and social media management to keep sales pipelines flowing. John McGill of BCNS explains. In many cases, the speed of the digital transformation moved faster than […]