Provides help and assistance on how to trade safely online and prevent cyber and IT related crime in general. Includes a range of articles aimed at business owners and the general public in support of safe computing. Advice available includes complying with the Data Protection Act, staff training, safe online trading and data security.
ITsafe is a free UK government IT security warning service providing home users and small businesses with warnings and news about computer security problems.
Aims to raise the profile of local businesses by providing an online trading forum with which businesses can promote their products/services to potential suppliers, as well as posting opportunities for other local businesses to tender for businesses.It has over 2500 registered businesses from Sandwell and the wider Black Country region and has been successful in stimulating local businesses to tender and successfully win thousands of pounds worth of public and private sector contracts.
Access to on-line information, fora for swapping ideas and getting advice, and one-to-one access to specialist business advisers. The help offered covers all aspects of business, including ICT and e-business. Support is aimed at young entrepreneurs aged 16-30.