Information Technology

What do you want to learn?

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

IT infrastructure

As businesses grow, the need for more structured, complex IT systems and processes can increase.

Create the IT systems you need

Website design

A high-quality website is a vital piece of your overall marketing strategy – find out what yours will need.

Learn about website design

Data Security

Stay safe with tips on how to protect your business from threats to your premises and from rising cyber crime.

Ensure your systems are secure

Training

Ensure you and your team are equipped with the right digital skills by accessing the correct training for you.

Start your IT training journey

Software solutions

Find out what particular advice is applicable to the sorts of software systems you need.

What software will help your business?

Articles

Business Essentials – Associated Companies

From April 2023 the Corporation Tax rules changed, with the headline being an increase in the main rate of Corporation Tax to 25%.  From this date, companies whose taxable profit was less then £50,000 would be subject to the small profit rate of 19% Corporation Tax. Companies with profits between £50,000 and £250,000 will pay a gradually increasing effective rate of taxation due to something known as marginal rate relief.

Business Essentials: Company Structure

There is a lot of information around about company formats and the associated rules and tax regimes and a lot has changed in recent years.  So, what is the best structure to run your business through?  Your choice of business vehicle affects the type of taxes you pay, your liability for business debts and the legal and administrative requirements imposed on the business.  In deciding on the right structure for the business, it is necessary to take account of all the relevant factors and also your attitude to risk.

Events

26th March 202512:00 pm - 12:00 amFREE

York Retrofit Network

This is the sixth meeting of the York Retrofit Network, which is part of a wider project supported by Innovate UK to create a Retrofit One-Stop-Shop for York. The meetings will occur roughly every two months. 

Resources

Webinar: Unlock the Power of Apprenticeships

Are you a business owner, or part of a business team looking to boost your workforce? Apprenticeships could be the game-changer you’re looking for, but there’s a lot of myths and misconceptions out there. Join our lunchtime webinar and get the facts you need to make an informed decision. Don’t let misconceptions hold you and your business back.