Doug More, CEO, Assure APM gives us an insight into why he came out of retirement to launch his tech startup Assure APM. When did you launch the company? Assure APM was founded in 2014. What…

Regional airport operator Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL) has reported another period of increased passenger numbers at its 11 airports across Scotland, welcoming a total of 477,612 customers between April and June 2017. The…

It’s something we save up for all year, and then can’t wait to complain about when we get back: yes, the great summer holiday season is upon us, and we’ll be flocking in our thousands to beach resorts…

A leading Software as a Service (SaaS) provider has made a six-figure investment in new technology that will see the business compete on a level playing field with some of the industry’s major players and…

Accountancy firm Henderson Loggie has reached an agreement to support Scotland’s newest gaming festival which will take place in Dundee in September 2017. The four-day event will kick off with the inaugural Games Design Awards…

When did you launch the company? We launched Cathcart Associates in 2009 after we had accumulated a combined 18 years’ experience of working in the IT recruitment industry. What does your company do? Cathcart Associates…

Whether you’re a one person business or an SME, business growth is an objective. – Business planning Do you have a business plan? Have you set out short, medium and longer term objectives? I hear…

In the current economic climate, it’s still surprising that more businesses don’t explore all of the tax incentives available to help lighten the burden by either reducing tax payable and or if applicable, securing a…

The latest Citylets quarterly report saw the Scottish Private Rental Sector (PRS) reach a new record high in Q2 2017 with average rents up 1.5% year on year (YOY) to £789 on average. Scotland Growth…

Pocket Sized Hands, A VR/AR/MR startup based in Dundee, will be traveling out to Seattle to represent the UK in Microsoft Imagine cup world finals with a chance to win a prize worth over $200,000…

Insolvency is one of the most hated words in the corporate world. Amateur entrepreneurs, who have not even fully understood the concept or repercussions of insolvency, have to experience it due to various reasons. It…

A new study by AXA suggests that the massive shift towards self-employment seen in Scotland is set to accelerate in the next twelve months. One explanation offered is that many seek a safety net as…

When did you launch Pick Protection? In 2014, while I was an undergraduate at the University of Strathclyde. What does your company do? We have developed a range of security products for lone workers, including…

One of Scotland’s oldest fishing and processing organisations was given the Royal stamp of approval yesterday (Monday 10 July) when the £3.1million expansion of RR Spink & Sons facility in Arbroath was officially opened by…

The Scottish arm of Ecocleen, a UK-wide commercial cleaning specialist, has been sold as part of a management buyout. Andrew Alleway, who was previously Director for Scotland at Ecocleen, together with his Dundee-based business partner…

Credit card processing provider Handepay has expanded into Scotland, establishing a dedicated team headed by Andy Ferguson with the aim of growing the company’s Scottish customer base by 33% by the end of 2017, through…

Projects for attracting tourists, creating new jobs and boosting economic growth in coastal communities will receive £4.3 million funding. Initiatives which will improve coastal paths, transform harbours and create new visitor attractions are among the…

A highly-rated lochside hotel in Perthshire is expected to gain further refinements after changing hands between seasoned hoteliers, with ambitious new owner Susan Stuart marking her return to Scotland. Hotel and licensed property specialist Colliers…

Business networking organisation BNI Scotland North, has launched its 14th group in the north of Scotland. BNI Scotland North, which includes BNI Central, is led by Aberdeen-based husband and wife Bryan and Angela Kinghorn, both…

When did you launch the company? We launched in December 2016 with a 3-month free trial What does your company do? Information Apps has built and now sells software on subscription called Criton. Criton allows…

Aberdeen City’s first outdoor craft beer, gin and music festival has been launched by the team behind Dusk Cocktail Bar. Sessions Festival, a two-day gathering of craft drinks, street food and live music enthusiasts, will…

Michael Stephenson is to join the Glenrothes office of EQ Accountants from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Michael qualified as a CA in 2012 and joins EQ as an Audit Manager having worked with PwC since embarking on…

The knock-on effect of Edinburgh’s St James redevelopment has seen prime rents on Princes Street jump by almost a third, according to Colliers International’s 21st Midsummer Retail Report, launched today. The Colliers International Midsummer Retail…

The Insights Group has acquired DOGFI.SH Mobile Ltd, a cutting edge enterprise mobility specialist working with some of the world’s most successful companies. This multi-million pound acquisition enhances the capabilities of the Insights Group and…

Fast-growing accountancy firm Campbell Dallas has acquired Perth-based Bell & Company, a long-established independent firm specialising in owner managed businesses and private clients. The deal will see 20 staff and 1 Partner transfer to Campbell…