The Business Exchange Swindon & Wiltshire Edition 27: Oct/Nov 2016 | Page 3

CONTENTS NOTE FROM THE EDITOR INSIDE THIS EDITION 4 BUSINESS NEWS A round-up of the latest business news Welcome to the October/November edition of The Business Exchange Swindon & Wiltshire. As I write this I ask myself, where has the time gone? How can it possibly be autumn already? With such a beautiful September, it’s certainly still felt like the summer and I feel that despite the postBrexit uncertainty there’s a real buzz of activity in Wiltshire at the moment. Now that the kids have returned to school and the holiday season has come to an end, more than ever people I’m speaking to seem really focused, driven and ready to grow their business. If you’re looking to network and create new business leads and make quarter four count, turn to page 30 for our event listings and keep visiting the website for updates and new events. We’re adding to our calendar all the time. We’re delighted to be media partner for the Business Showcase South West 2016 taking place on October 5 at Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol. Thousands are expected to attend and over 200 businesses will be exhibiting, including us, so please stop by. We hope that you enjoy this edition and look forward to producing our Dec/ Jan issue celebrating the business successes of 2016. 10 FINANCE We find out what’s going on in the world of finance 11 LEGAL Legal news and advice to help your business 12 APPOINTED Recent appointments made by companies in Wiltshire 13 PERSONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TBE experts provide top tips and advice for getting ahead in business 14 WILTSHIRE WOMEN MEAN BUSINESS We profile some of the county's unsung business women 16 RISE OF THE ROBOT TBE features editor Fiona Scott takes a look at Wiltshire's emerging tech firms 18 CREATIVE THINKING The latest news and advice from Wiltshire's creative industry 20 TECHNOLOGY toinfinity give their top tips to make the most of automated processes 22 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY We look at the commercial property market throughout Wiltshire and promote properties available to buy or rent now 24 REVVED UP Geoff Maxted reviews the AUDI Q7 25 IN PROFILE Debbie Williams, John Williams Heating 30 CONNECT Anita Networking events happening in Wiltshire DECEMBER/JANUARY EDITION 2016/2017 BUSINESS REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2016 A look back at Wiltshire firms' successes throughout the past year. The perfect feature to be part of if you've had something to celebrate in 2016. WHAT'S NEW 2017 We look at emerging trends, legislations and events that are likely to change the business landscape in the coming year. Editor: Anita Jaynes E: [email protected] T: 01793 847966 Special Features: Fiona Scott www.fionascottmediaconsultancy.co.uk Motoring: Geoff Maxted www.drivewrite.co.uk Social media: David Bolton www.tainbrae.co.uk INVESTING IN TECHNOLOGY FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS We look at planned technological developments and launches for 2017 and how embracing them will give you the business edge. Design: Juicy Designs www.juicy-designs.com Artwork: Studio Creative Services www.studio-cs.co.uk Print: Acorn Press www.acornpress.co.uk RAISE YOUR PROFILE WITH THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE Market your business with us in print and online. We offer bespoke advertising packages starting from just £50+VAT. We have options covering Swindon & Wiltshire and Bath & Somerset. To find out more and to arrange a meeting to discuss your requirements email us or give us a call. Editorial enquiries: E: [email protected] T: 01793 847966 Advertising enquiries: E: [email protected] T: 01793 847966 THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE KEY STATISTICS - PRINT Readership: 15,000 Circulation: 5,000 Follow us on Social Media @TBESW Facebook.com/tbeswindonandwilts “The Business Exchange Swindon & Wiltshire” THE BUSINESS EXCHANGE 2016 3