IT & Technology Support

Businesses need to invest in digital technologies to ensure that they keep connected to employees, customers and their supply chain – to do this, you may need IT support in North Yorkshire for your business.
It can be difficult for businesses to keep pace without IT support.
Businesses need to be aware of best practices around cybersecurity and particularly vigilant when it comes to personal data – the jargon-filled world of the General Data Protections Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act (2018).
We can help you create a strategy for your business and point you in the right direction for IT support.
Our resources cover a range of issues and you can contact our team for more detailed information.
York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub offer IT support in North Yorkshire across the following areas:
- Web and Digital Innovation
What technology is available for your business, information on how to fund equipment, and how to make the most of web and digital opportunities from your business.
- Cybersecurity
Cyber crime is on the rise and businesses need to understand how to protect themselves – and their customers – from emerging threats.
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Understand best practice on how to collect and process personal information legally, protecting both your business and your customers.
- Web and Digital Marketing
Recommendations for customer relationship management software, sales processing systems, and how to approach different aspects of the wide world of websites and digital marketing.
Find out more about IT & Technology support
To find out more about how we can support businesses with IT & Technology, just get in touch.
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Digital Marketing 2-Day Workshops
This in-person, 2-day course is designed to equip businesses in York & North Yorkshire with the essential digital marketing skills they need to feel more confident and grow. Coming to Richmond, Thirsk, York and Bentham.
5.65 million still to file as the Self Assessment deadline looms
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Step into Meta for Business: Webinar Series
Unlock the power of WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram with three action packed workshops. Come to all three to find out where to start and how to boost your organic, paid and sales growth on these enormous platforms, or pick and choose topics to suit your business. We’ve gathered a team of highly experienced and qualified Meta experts to help you get the most out of using Meta for your Business.
Events
21st January 202610:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: PR for Small Businesses
Want to get your business featured in newspapers and magazines in 2026? Jo and Linda will explain why you should be prioritising PR - including reaching a new audience (outside your social media bubble), building trust and credibility, and boosting your sales and SEO.
22nd January 202610:00 am - 4:00 pmFREE
Business Automation for Intermediate Users: Day 2
Connect your tools and build smarter business systems. This business automation session shows you how to streamline your customer experience using tools like Zapier, HubSpot, and AI assistants. You will experiment with building automated processes allowing you to reduce admin time, and manage leads more effectively, with hands-on guidance and real examples you can try right away.
27th January 202612:00 am - 4:00 pmFREE
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Turn data into action and make better marketing decisions. Already tracking some data? This session shows you how to read patterns, build live dashboards, and plan future campaigns using these insights. You’ll also explore forecasting tools, customer journey mapping, and how to present your data clearly and ethically.
Resources
Webinar Recording: 🟣 Mastering data protection and compliance
In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.
Webinar Recording: Autumn Budget 2025, how will it impact your business?
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Webinar Recording: 🟡 Data Protection in practice
In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.








