Merry Christmas from Business Gateway Fife You have probably been wearing a number of hats over the last year and spinning a lot of plates, but we hope you can get the chance to replace it with just a santa hat and enjoy some time to relax.
Our offices will close at lunchtime on Friday 23rd December and reopen on Wednesday 4th January.
But if you manage to get a moment over the holiday period, we have a few resources and articles you may be interested in.
Whatever your plans, we wish you a very merry Christmas and here is to a very successful 2023. |
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Fife Business Awards 2023 Finalists Announced After receiving the highest number of applications from businesses of all sizes showcasing the very best of what Fife has to offer locally, nationally and internationally, the Fife Chamber of Commerce has unveiled the finalists of this year's Fife Business Awards.
Click here to see which companies have been shortlisted. |
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Could Expert Help Kick Start Your Project? Through Business Gateway Fife, businesses can access fully or partly funded consultancy support from a specialist who would provide tailored, expert advice in order to develop strategies in selected business disciplines.
The Expert Help Programme is designed to support businesses looking to grow and develop their business by increasing their turnover in the next three years. Click here to find out more. |
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Techscaler Offers Support for Tech Startups Techscaler is a Scottish Government programme that connects tech startups in Scotland with experts who will help them grow and scale their businesses.
If you’re still at the idea stage, you can also join the Techscaler Community to access open community discussions and events, introductory courses and video interviews with tech founders.
The programme is operated by Codebase, in partnership with organisations such as Barclays Eagle Labs and Reforge. Click here to find out more. |
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Manufacturing Excellence Programme Manufacturing Excellence is a 10-month programme aimed at leaders from small to medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing industry.
The programme offers a series of five in-person workshops focused on improving core capabilities, including leadership, strategy, operational, digital and innovation. Click here to find out more. |
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Last Chance to Submit Your Tender for Expert Help and Adviser Opportunities Business Gateway Fife has published two tenders on Public Contract Scotland to support key services it provides to Fife Businesses.
The tenders cover the Provision of Specialist Business Advice and the Contracted Business Advisers Framework for the period of 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2025. Click on the links for full information on each tender opportunity. |
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Access Free Market Reports and Research Nobody knows your business like you do. But sometimes, you need that extra piece of information, that last piece of the jigsaw that will help to shape your plans and put things in perspective.
We have a wide range of market reports and research that you can download instantly to keep you updated on your sector. Click here to find out more. |
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Seahawk Secures Certification For Uk Made Protective Coverall Glenrothes-based, Seahawk Apparel has secured EN certification - a European technical standard - for its Seahawk branded, flame retardant, anti-static coverall – designed and made in Scotland.
The new coverall combines strength with comfort and style, and is suitable for a wide range of industries including oil and gas, welding, engineering, and transport. Click here to read the full story now. |
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Wilkies Moves With The Times To Keep The High Street Alive One of Scotland’s largest, family-run, independent retailers has transformed its offering at its Kirkcaldy store located at 228 High Street.
Responding to consumer trends and with the aim of tempting more people back into the High Street, Wilkies, has evolved from its ‘classic’ offering to feature a range of leading men’s and women’s clothing brands, as well as developing an extensive footwear department, and has also introduced a cookshop, gifts, homewares and an electrical department.
Click here to read the full story now |
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Rising Costs Support Our online resources below are available to help with advice and guidance, and we have signposted where to seek help from our partners.
From energy-saving tips to guides on how to reduce your operating costs, we can help you at every step of the way. Click here to find out more |
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Access Our Finance Guides and Resources Now No matter what your business model is, you simply cannot ignore the importance of finance, money and cash flow.
Business Gateway Fife can connect you with funding, help you get ‘lender-ready’ and advise you how on to manage cash flow, taxes and more. Check out our range of online guides and resources now |
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Digital Marketing Strategy - Video Tutorial This video tutorial will take you through a logical approach to building your strategy and ultimately helping your online content to be seen (and appreciated) by the right people. The people who are most likely to buy your products and services.
The session will cover your goals and customers, platforms, brand and content as well as competitors, planning and measurement.
Click here to find out more and book now. |
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Enterprise Hub Fife Opening Hours Enterprise Hub Fife will be closed from Friday 23rd December and will reopen on Wednesday 4th January.
The Enterprise Hub Fife team wishes you all the best over the Festive period and looks forward to welcoming you in the New Year! Click here to find out more. |
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