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Recent DJEI announcements likely to solve issues of availability and applicability of supports for many micro-enterprises and SMEs.

A fact-finding and matchmaking oriented Trade Mission for Dutch entrepreneurs from the metal sector is about to commence.

January 27th sees the coming together offline of an online Irish business community. #SMEcommunity is a collective of positive individuals all ready to help their businesses more forward as they support and encourage each other.

Budget 2012 announced that the Research and Development (“R&D”) Tax Credit scheme would be altered. Leyton provide key analysis on these changes.

Jade Magnet – ZipDial partnership provides an end- to-end solution for SMEs looking to make their marketing more effective.

A group of Irish business people are using the internet to get back to basics and help and encourage each other both on and offline

The Agile Delivery Network, a collaborative network of SMEs determined to change the way the UK government buys IT, launches this week.

Resilient Networks plc is the latest company to join a growing band of innovative businesses who are using Cezanne OnDemand the on-line HR software solution to support the effective management of their people.

Spreadshirt (www.spreadshirt.co.uk) the leading multi-channel clothing commerce platform announces its latest small business shop partners.

Entrepreneurs and small business owners will get the chance to learn DIY PR skills at a workshop next month.

Expert advice offered to budding Bristol entrepreneurs and small business owners

• 55% of small businesses fear for their survival if costs continue to escalate • 23% rise in small business overheads since 2005, according to Cebr • Cost inflation limiting the growth of three quarters (74%) of small firms

Online treasure hunt launched globally to help small and medium sized businesses attract website traffic.

Global accountancy network UHY publishes its latest edition of UHY International Business – Issue 23

Fast Market Research recommends "Thailand Information Technology Report Q2 2011" from Business Monitor International, now available

EC Vice-President on 5 years of .eu domain name

Nevales Networks, an Indian startup company offering cloud based network security services to Small and Medium Enterprises, received an investment of undisclosed amount from Seedfund, India’s leading early-stage venture capital fund.

Small businesses and entrepreneurs benefit from enhanced productivity by encouraging flexible working practices, according to the latest figures published today by Executive Offices Group.

The workshop is aimed at both SMEs and social enterprises in the South East, to help them identify new income generating opportunities for low carbon and resource efficient products, technologies and services

The economy in the East of England is likely to receive a huge boost over the coming year as more companies take on apprentices, according to a survey by workforce development specialist TCHC.

• Launch an exclusive Korean Products Pavillion on IndiaMART.com to help Korean SMEs connect with Indian Buyers & vice versa • Mr. Dinesh Agarwal, Founder & CEO, IndiaMART.com delves on how the alliance would benefit SMEs in both countries

-Religare Finvest Limited (RFL) to bring innovative loan services for SMEs -Focus on the need to bring better credit facilities to businesses

Executive Offices Group’s London Hotspots blog has published an interview with Jackie Fast, Managing Director of Slingshot Sponsorship, discussing best practices for SMEs in the current UK economic climate.

Progress on GST commendable; look forward to speedy implementation Appreciate allocation of Rs 5000 cr to SIDBI for refinancing incremental lending by banks to MSMEs; however, better increase was expected Emphasis on the use of technology/Internet

Allocation for the sector should be increased to facilitate growth of SMEs Increase depth of CGTMSE to include more small scale enterprises Simplification of taxation required; introduction of GST will be welcomed

- Light India International 2011 (LII 2011) known to be the biggest lighting fair in India - Aims to boost the lighting industry, one of the growing markets in the country - To open access to business opportunities for MSMEs in the lighting sector

The course will cover the principles of strategic management, and explore how Web 2.0 tools may help small and medium enterprises improve their competitiveness and innovation capabilities.

Technology transfer institute iSLI has unveiled a project to provide Scottish businesses with the technical and financial support required to develop a raft of high value high-tech new products and services.

- IndiaMART.com launches its first outdoor campaign in Delhi & Mumbai - Company's hoardings, billboards and unipoles displayed across important locations - Aims to connect with SMEs on a large scale

New Computer Technology market report from Business Monitor International: "Indonesia Information Technology Report Q1 2011"

- To have fixed presence in all pages of economictimes.com for entire duration of Campaign - Highlight the benefits of going online to SMEs through such presence

- In association with TiE organises SME Conference 2011 on "Going Beyond India — Competing in a Globalized Economy" -Mr. Dinesh Agarwal, Founder & CEO, IndiaMART.com says competitive & resilient SMEs are quintessential for economic growth

Leading integrator SCC has told the UK's small business that adopting cloud computing now could help them gain an immediate competitive advantage over of their large corporate competitors.

-Extends its brand campaign to Print & Online media along with Radio, goes local with laser focused marketing strategy -To run for over two months across the country -Outdoor campaign to commence in February

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) says new carbon reporting standards are needed for SMEs to integrate sustainability.

-Kicks off the campaign on Radio across the country from January 12 - Massive nationwide campaign in print, online, outdoor et al to follow from next week onwards -Aims to educate MSMEs on importance of online presence for their businesses

-Honourable Union Minister for Home Affairs Mr. P. Chidambaram bestows the Award upon the best MSMEs in the country-Mr. Anil Sharma, receives the Award on behalf of Mr. Jagdish Baraiya, CEO of the company

-One97 Communications Ltd. receives IndiaMART Leader of Tomorrow Award in two categories -IT/ITES & Company of the Year -Mr. Vijay Shekhar Sharma, CMD, One97 Communications Ltd. all set to take the company for an IPO

•Associates with the Summit as the SME knowledge partner •Partners for the session Brick by Brick - Touching a billion lives •Session 'Technology for SMEs' chaired by Mr. Dinesh Agarwal receives a phenomenal response

•Mr. Kuntal Raj Jain, Director, Duke Fashions India Ltd. is an inspiration for the young entrepreneurs in the country •Feels proud of the recognition bestowed upon him amidst the gathering of industry experts

- The award is a testimony to Tasty Dairy's leadership in its face - Mr. Atul Mehra, CMD, Tasty Diary Specialities Ltd. thanks IndiaMART.com for the honour and motivated to stick to the path bringing rewards to the stake-holders

* To telecast the last episode of glittering Awards Ceremony which took place on December 3 * Curtains draw on the season 1 of IndiaMART Leaders of Tomorrow show on the channel

- Mr. Kiran Patil, CEO & Director, Ducon Technologies determined to make the company the most respectable one in the country - Proud to emerge victorious from the huge nominations received in the category

-Ms. Rao Sahib thanks IndiaMART.com & ET Now for the appreciation conferred upon her -To take up the cause of women empowerment post this Award

-Mr. Ambar Patel, MD, Shilp Gravures Ltd., honored to received the coveted Award -Confident that the recognition will strengthen their customers' & associates' faith in the company

- Mr. Abhijeet P. Nair overwhelmed on receiving the honor from Honourable Union Minister of Home Affairs Mr. P. Chidambaram - Delighted with the edge it has provided to the company over other MSMEs in the sector

Mr. Sanjeev Sehgal felicitated by the Honourable Union Minister of Home Affairs Mr. P. Chidambaram Proud winner thank ET NOW and IndiaMART.com for the honour

- Awardees bring laurels to the SME community - First edition of the Awards attains grand success

- Grand Awards Ceremony to be held on December 3, 2010 at The Lalit, New Delhi - Award Jury comprising of Mr. Shiv Nadar, Mr. Uday Verma, Mr. Jagdish Khattar, Mr. Gautam Thapar & Mr. Kushagra Bajaj