September 29th marks the world’s biggest coffee morning, organised by Macmillan cancer support. The Coffee Morning is Macmillan’s biggest fundraising event for people facing cancer. Our team at Data Clarity have been busy getting involved and baking cakes to raise money for this great cause. In one morning our team raised £61 for Macmillan. Our bakers were asked to create their favourite cakes and delivered a wide range which included a sticky toffee pudding, pavlova, banana & Nutella bread cake, a chocolate fudge cake and cookies. The competition was fierce but we are proud to announce that our star baker was...
GDPR is Coming! Are you Ready?
The data protection law in the UK and Europe is changing. From the 25th May 2018, General Data Protection Regulation will come into force, replacing the current Data Protection Act which was passed in 1998. What is GDPR? The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) dictates huge changes to the way organisations store, process and handle personal data. Data is the new commodity, and GDPR mandates a baseline safeguard on how companies deal with our data. GDPR protects an individual’s right to privacy and applies to all personal data, held in every business. Companies need to take extra actions to demonstrate their compliance with...
Business Growth Triggers Data Clarity Headquarters Move
Data Clarity are delighted to announce the relocation of their head offices due to accelerated business growth. As of 1st August 2017, new premises at Pride Park in Derby provides more than 3,000 sq. ft. of space for their workforce. Data Clarity have both trebled their employees and doubled the company’s turnover during the last 12 months. Investment in science and technology has enabled the company to invest in new product development, expand the product portfolio (by 70%) and improve the speed and functionality of their existing products. Consequently, Data Clarity have relocated its headquarters into a new modern office space...
Excellence in Science & Technology Finalists
We were honoured to attend the prestigious Derby Telegraph Awards ceremony this month as finalists in the ‘Excellence in Science & Technology’ category. The sell–out event took place at Derby College’s Roundhouse with 550 attendees celebrating ‘the crème de la crème’ of Derbyshire based businesses on a warm evening on Thursday 9th June. The evening began with an exquisite champagne reception courtesy of Marketing Derby, with most people opting to enjoy their glass basking in the sunshine of the courtyard. Once seated guests were welcomed by weather presenter Emma Jesson and author and comedian Dominic Holland, who were the hosts for the...
Run up to DTBA 2016: Our Services & Solutions
In the run up to the Derby Telegraph Business Awards on the 9th June 2016 we’re showcasing some of our innovative data and software solutions. At Data Clarity we pride ourselves on transforming business processes with our UK based software. Made in Derby, our technology provides solutions to everyday business needs, helping you make the transition from inefficient processes into cost effective ones. Our professional service solutions are perfect for any sector, from legal & accounting through to advertising & marketing. With 4 in 5 UK organisations having formally adopted at least one cloud service (Cloud Industry Forum), you should be...
Big Data and Marketing: the perfect match?
The words ‘big’ and ‘data’ can often be a scary concept for marketers, which is quite surprising if we consider the amount of analysis that takes place within marketing departments. Maybe it is because ‘Big data’ seems bigger than it actually is like much industry jargon we often hear used. In actual fact the ‘big data revolution’ provides greater insights into our customer data and we mean more than just standard demographic data. We can analyse browsing behaviour, click through rates, mobile device usage and even social media interactions but how can we use it correctly to enhance our marketing...
5 Crucial reasons to keep your data up to date
Data is one of the most important and strategic assets of your business. However many businesses are guilty of not giving their data the attention it needs. According to ICAEW, customer data deteriorates so rapidly that if you fail to maintain it, much of it could be useless within three years! In the new digital age knowing your customer can give you a huge advantage over your competition. So ask yourself, can you afford to ignore your data? Using outdated records can be as harmful as not using your data at all. And you’re wrong to think bad data only affects...
3 Reasons Why You Should Think Mobile
With over 3.17 billion worldwide internet users and growing (statista) more users than ever are buying goods and conducting business online. Whether you are a retailer or a consultant, it is imperative you have not only a website, but a mobile friendly one! Here are three reasons why your business should go mobile: 1. Increase your accessibility The aim of a website is to provide your business with an online presence. A place where people can search for your business opening hours, contact information and products and services. Imagine your business has a store on the high street. One day your building...
Payroll Awards 2015
As finalists in the ‘Best Expense System’ award, we were honoured to attend this year’s prestigious Payroll Awards. This was the first industry event we have attended since the launch of our cloud-based software Clarity365 and took place at the luxurious Tower Hotel, London. The night began with the collection of our finalist certificate upon arrival, followed by a drinks reception sponsored by Equiniti. We were then seated with a fantastic view of London’s famous Tower Bridge on a table with the lovely Sopra Steria team. The night started with a welcome speech from Payroll World’s Managing Director, Chris Fitzgerald...
Big Data Defined
Big data is being used more and more to describe the growth and availability of data. It is being used to drive ionnovation within businesses, however people are concerned about privacy. Using big data can provide valuable insight into consumers, what they buy and how they buy. This provides retailers with more knowledge of what products they should be stocking, minimising waste and optimizing their business processes along the way. We found this great infographic illistrating big data in more detail: Source: VisuallyFind out more about our Data Services. Written by Chloé FarmerHi I’m Chloé and I am the Marketing and Customer...