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How do you switch your way of working to a more online business model?

15 July, 2020

Lockdown has prompted many companies to think about switching to a more online business model. Such a move has a profound impact on all aspects of a builders’ merchants’ business, not least its communications. Its PR team must now drive online leads and enquiries, but how? Louise Findlay-Wilson, Managing Director of Energy PR, highlights some things those teams need to think about

How door hardware selection can help protect against infection

With the spread of infection now at the height of concern, Karen Trigg, of Allegion UK, highlights how door hardware can lend a hand in helping to slow the spread of bacteria

Getting the most out of your marketing post COVID-19

Rachel McHugh, Managing Director at creative marketing and PR agency, Clear B2B, shares her thoughts on how those in the building and construction industry can get the most out of their marketing activity post-COVID-19

Lockdown sees surge in demand for artificial grass

Easigrass explains why it is an ever-growing market in the UK and why are people rejecting traditional lawns

BMF Forum: Ensuring health and safety during Coronavirus

The Builders Merchants Federation held its Health & Safety Forum via a webinar run by health and safety consultancy, Southalls, on Wednesday June 10. BMN reports

Klober marks 60 years with message of support to industry

This summer, roofing ventilation and accessories manufacturer, Klober, was set to celebrate 60 years of serving the building and construction industry. Now, with the COVID19 pandemic turning the world on its head, UK Managing Director Stuart Stockley takes a moment to reflect and share a message of support to the industry

How to offset lost income during the pandemic

Rodney Laws, Editor at Ecommerce Platforms, highlights the alternative revenue streams business can explore following the Cornoavirus

Supporting customers through COVID-19

Linde Materials Handling explains what it is doing to help customers through COVID-19, including information on social distancing, truck maintenance and regulatory compliance

How to be 'COVID-secure' while working in other people's homes

Andrew Sanderson and Elliott Kenton, experts in health and safety law at European law firm Fieldfisher, look at homes guidelines which apply to anyone performing work in other people's homes including employees, self-employed individuals and agency workers

Managing a safe return to work

Security and safety specialist VPS UK highlights six measures every employer should be ready to adopt

Effectively soundproofing your home through your windows

Quickslide explains why soundproofing the home through windows is a great choice for many homeowners as well as the materials that manufacturers can use to prevent noise pollution

Working in dangerous working environments

Reece Safety highlights how to keep safe while using machinery during construction

Keep heating systems safe with preventative maintenance

Andy Green, Technical Director at Baxi Heating, offers advice on how to protect the heating system through a building lockdown

Starting a new role amidst the pandemic?

If the first week in your new role involves working remotely, SRS Recruitment Solutions offers some ways that will help you do just that.

Only one third of trades think the industry has a good reputation

So, what does this mean in a turbulent market?

Construction product manufacturers given clear blueprint for the future at NBS Industry Summit

The focus at the NBS Construction Product Leaders’ Summit was firmly on how digital construction information can revolutionise the sector by boosting building safety and improving overall quality.

How small e-commerce businesses can improve their offer

Andy Bojko, MD of clothing retailer Hidepark, gives three simple tips to better online retail.

Six tips to prepare for an unpredictable winter

Peter Fane, founding director of grounds maintenance specialists, Nurture Landscapes, offers his top six tips to ensure that construction sites remain safe and operational through the dark, winter months ahead.

Climbing the proverbial ladder: how Bobtrade CEO Shneor Crombie hopes to transform the building supplies market

As procurement platform Bob Trade completes its beta testing and becomes ready to fully launch, we take a look at the company's unique roots and how its CEO, Shneor Crombie, set up the business.

How to improve lighting safety

David Boultbee, Technical Consultant at Ultra LEDs, discusses how LEDs can help improve safety when lighting new buildings.

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