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

Events

12th August 20251:00 pm - 3:00 pmFREE

🌎 Growth Hub Summer Showcase - York

Join us on Tuesday 12 August at The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) for the Growth Hub Summer Showcase, our networking launch event in York. This is your chance to meet the team, build your network and find out about the programmes of support starting this summer, designed to help your business thrive.

Resources

Y&NY Growth Hub
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