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Apprenticeships and the Future of Talent: Keeping the Momentum Going  

National Apprenticeship Week is a timely reminder of the role apprenticeships play in shaping the future workforce. They provide businesses with a direct talent pipeline,…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Healthcare

2024 saw continued industrial action and funding challenges and a strong focus on increasing productivity. A new government in July and Lord Darzi’s independent review…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Retail

As we entered 2024, we predicted a slow start to the year, with consumer confidence remaining fragile following the cost-of-living crisis. On a positive note, we…

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How Agile Methodology Propelled Jaguar Land Rover to the Top of Digital Innovation

On Thursday, 30th January, Berwick Partners hosted an insightful event in Manchester featuring Mark Brogden from Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and a group of North…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Consumer

As we look back on our predictions for 2024, it’s nice to see that many of our forecasts were spot on. The cost-of-living crisis did…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Social Housing

Heading into 2025, Berwick’s Bonnie Amos-English reviews the key themes we saw in 2024 and makes some predictions for the New Year.

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Manufacturing & Engineering

For 2025, we see the UK’s industrial manufacturing sector focusing on digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation. Key trends will include the adoption of Industry 4.0…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: IT & Digital

2024 was undoubtedly the year that AI transitioned from theory to reality. While it hasn’t yet had the seismic effects some predicted, we are now…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Procurement and Supply Chain

Many of the issues highlighted in 2024 remain firmly in place as we move into 2024. There is no sudden break point as we step…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: UK Hospice Sector

The hospice sector in the UK is poised for significant developments in 2025, with a focus on quality care, technological advancements, and addressing workforce challenges.  

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Sustainable Packaging

The packaging industry is currently navigating several significant challenges as businesses strive to stay competitive amidst ongoing market headwinds and a complex value chain. Key…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Trade Associations & Memberships

As we reflect on the past year, it is evident that 2024 was a pivotal year for membership associations, trade associations, and professional bodies. The…

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