I have had a few meetings recently where it has become apparent that everyone running businesses seem to believe they are CEOs (Chief Executive Officer). Surely the correct title would be Managing…
At least I am not that crazy
Enjoyed last weeks test drive of the new Ariel Atom V8 on Top Gear. For those who have missed it, the V8 is the latest incarnation of the ultra fast Atom. Obviously…
Shiny to a whole new level
As some of you may know I hold a peculiar passion in the form of cleaning my car (Wax on Wax Off). I am not quite sure if it is the sense…
Understanding the VAT change
With the New Year came the much publicised VAT increase from 17.5% to 20%. One thing that hasn’t been as well publicised is the actual date that it took place, namely 4th…
Customer gifts at Christmas?
As Christmas fast approaches we decided this year to send our mugs again to clients as a thank you for choosing Fluidata. Not hugely extravagant gift, but it does add up when…
An award ceremony which actually has credibility
I went last week to Deloitte’s award ceremony for their Technology Fast 50 list and also dinner for their Technology Fast 500 EMEA at Arsenal football ground. Now usually I am a…
There is hope for the modern supercar
I have been concerned for a while that when I could finally afford a supercar there would be no more being made as the recession, and more importantly, emission regulations would kill…
Fluidata makes it into Deloitte Fast 50
Today it has been announced that Fluidata has made it into the Deloitte Technology Fast 50. We achieved a growth rate of 1253% over the period measured putting in 21st place overall…
Who would employ an Apprentice?
I am dismayed to see that another dreadful series from the world of The Apprentice has begun. I was hoping, that maybe this time, Lord Sugar would actually look to get some…
How much home working is good for you?
I am on holiday this week on the south coast catching the last of the summer before we head into winter. I always enjoy this holiday as it gives me a chance…
Going slightly mad
I am not going to spend time trying to justify myself here but suffice to say petrol is obviously running through my veins more than I previously imagined. The other weekend at…
America engages in double standards
While I don’t think BP should deserve too much sympathy I am concerned by America’s obvious double standards in the wake of on the Gulf of Mexico spill. Granted there has been…
The best show on earth
I spent an enjoyable Wednesday afternoon last week filming tonight’s episode of Top Gear. Through a friend of the family I was able to get a ticket and join a few hundred…
Easynet is offloaded
We laughed in the office on the news that Easynet is finally being sold off by Sky as I have been saying it would happen for over a year. Some believed me,…
Don’t mess with the detail – provide clear guidelines
Unlike the rest of the population I am not a fan of the government’s recent tax on banks. I feel it is too needy and will, like most taxes, reduce the tax…