Information Technology
What do you want to learn?
- I want to know more about expanding our IT infrastructure
- I need to ensure we have the right data security practices in place
- I want to find the right software to improve my business processes
- I want to understand more about website design
- I want to know what IT and digital skills training is available
Although there is a lot of free or low-cost software available to meet your general needs as a start-up, your IT and digital needs may become more complex as your business expands and demand grows. In this section, our guidance and resources will help you understand more about the building blocks of expanding your IT infrastructure, what sort of specialist business software could be helpful to you, and how to ensure you are following best practice in data security. While you should not be expected to have the full range of experience and skills of an IT manager, understanding the key principles will help you be more informed when making key decisions.
Get the IT and digital support you need
As businesses grow, the need for more structured, complex IT systems and processes can increase.
A high-quality website is a vital piece of your overall marketing strategy – find out what yours will need.
Stay safe with tips on how to protect your business from threats to your premises and from rising cyber crime.
Ensure you and your team are equipped with the right digital skills by accessing the correct training for you.
Find out what particular advice is applicable to the sorts of software systems you need.
Articles
How Yorkshire Wargames and Hobbies opened its doors
Dan Jowsey opened the doors of Yorkshire Wargames and Hobbies in Northallerton, with support from the York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub.
Owning a Business: An introduction to what you need to know
Owning a business comes with much responsibility and red tape. This workshop offers an insight into what these are, and how you can best deal with them to avoid getting into trouble. This workshop is aimed mainly at the owners of Limited Companies, but much of the content is relevant to other business formats too.
Financial Management – Do you know your numbers?
One of the most important things a business owner should know, is “their numbers”. Do you know how well your business is performing and in which areas? Do you know who you owe and who owes you? Can you afford to make upcoming payments and meet your financial obligations?
Events
20th January 202510:00 am - 2:00 pmFREE
Malton & Northallerton: Business Essentials for Holistic and Beauty Therapists
Starting in business or thinking of making the move and have 100s of questions? This course covering business essentials is for you. Designed for holistic and beauty therapists, and anyone setting up on their own in the service world (personal training, pet grooming, hairdressing).
21st January 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: Bookkeeping for Business Owners
Are you looking to learn the basics of bookkeeping for your business? Discover how bookkeeping has evolved, the benefits of cloud-based tools, and the essentials of VAT. Learn key processes to get it right the first time and streamline your finances.
23rd January 20259:00 am - 2:30 pmFREE
Ripon: Google Digital Garage
Enjoy 4 comprehensive Google Digital Garage sessions designed to help your small business.
Resources
Webinar Recording: Pricing for Maximum Profit
Are you charging enough for your products/services to allow you to provide a service you are proud off and that allows you to not become a busy fool? Learn about pricing strategy in this webinar.
Webinar Recording - Navigating the Latest Budget: A Survival Guide for Small Businesses
The Budget announced on October 30th will bring substantial changes for many organisations, resulting in increased costs. So, how can we navigate our way through these changes and still have profitable businesses? Find out in this webinar.
Webinar: Inclusion Training for Hospitality and Retail Businesses
Join us for an essential webinar to boost your business by embracing inclusivity. This session will cover key areas like disability awareness, inclusive communication, the impact of the Equality Act, and the potential of the “Purple Pound”—a market worth billions in untapped spending power. This session, delivered by Rachel Barber of Living 4 Moments, serves as an introduction to inclusivity topics and how they can be applied to customer-facing businesses – supporting your customers, staff, and bottom line.
