Knowledge Peers Research Topics

Every six months we investigate emerging trends and topics that can make or break a business. We do that by listening to businesses that are “ahead of the curve”, subject experts, Government and suppliers who are influencing change in the related market. Once we have listened and learnt, we share that peer group knowledge in innovative ways including video case studies, live casts, online forums and Talking Guides. We also bring everyone together at our six monthly conferences. Can you afford not to be involved?

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Innovative Funding Routes Traditional bank funding will be squeezed for many years. Businesses that need capital to grow now have to look at a wider range of funding opportunities, some of which are only now starting to emerge. We look at new trends and listen to companies that have taken an innovative route to finance.	Leadership in a Mobile-Virtual World How do you build capability and retain top talent in an environment that is increasingly based around virtual teamwork, mobile connections and transferable skills. How do you make “virtual” an inspiring place to come and work?	Avoiding the Digital Nightmare With an increased reliance on cloud software coupled with a “bring your own” approach to technology by employees, company assets have never been less secure. Awareness of the threats are low, but even lower than the knowledge required to address them. We look at how businesses are tackling these issues and investigate what technologies are working best.
Strategies for Emerging Markets While markets in Europe are stagnant and backward looking, we see innovation and rapid growth elsewhere. Growing companies simply have to look at new market opportunities, and understand how innovation has allowed others to be successful.	Innovation in sustainability This topic will follow on from some previous Case Studies on innovative ways that companies can reduce their waste and decrease their carbon footprint, whilst becoming more profitable.	Education and Business in Partnership Education is working to a changing business model, with far more focus on local budget control and direction. The rate of change in schools and universities is significant, as is their need to get “closer to business”. What opportunities does this create for business and education when working together?