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 Basics – Cash Flow v Profit

Many small business owners can get confused when looking at numbers relating to their business, and often this is due to cash and profit being understood as one and the same thing. It is crucial to understand the difference between these two metrics so that decision making is not flawed.

Events

21st October 20255:00 pm - 7:45 pmFREE

[FULL] Export Roadshow: York

This roadshow is a great opportunity to network with other businesses looking to grow and ask questions of the experts. It will provide you with helpful advice, routes for support beyond the event, including the UK Export Academy, and information about other funding opportunities. 

22nd October 202510:00 am - 12:00 pmFREE

🟢 [FULL] Whitby Workshop Series: Digital Tools for your Tourism Business

Designed to help tourism and hospitality businesses harness the power of digital tools to grow their brand, attract more customers, and improve the overall customer experience. Delivered over five focused sessions, each workshop blends expert-led guidance with practical exercises, giving attendees the opportunity to apply new strategies directly to their business.

Resources

Webinar Series: Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions

Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions, is a nine part online workshop series designed to help businesses at every stage of their data journey, from those just starting out to those ready to explore artificial intelligence and compliance. Each session is practical, jargon free and grounded in real business use cases, ensuring participants leave with tools and knowledge they can apply immediately.