Archive for January, 2010
When IT has to work…
Posted by Sarah Clerke | Filed under eFlorist Technology
Left to right: Chris, Mike, Brad, Dan, Sarah, Alistair, Rob, John, Paul, Ilyas
Ever wondered who actually makes eFlorist work? Well, at HQ there are 9 guys and 1 girl (that’s me!) who spend every minute of the working day madly working in the background to ensure that all the systems are working efficiently.
Yes, we are a certain breed – methodical and dedicated. Nerdy? Never!
So who are we? (more…)
Calling all Florists!
Posted by Dan Little | Filed under General News
Are you a small FLORIST with big goals?
Are you frustrated by the speed of your company’s growth?
Would you like someone to inject some energy into your business?
Optomen Television, creators of award winning television, including BBC2’s Mary, Queen of Shops are aiming to address these questions by producing a major new series for Channel 5. We will tackle the issues that small businesses face on a daily basis in today’s recession soaked world with advice from one of Britain’s most successful entrepreneurs. We will help investigate everything from controlling cash flow to increasing your profit margin and with an innovative plan of action to further your business we’ll help you get on the road to success.
Britain is alive with creativity – we have more passionate entrepreneurs than any other country in Europe – but when it comes to the practical business skills we fall down. And with 30,000 independent businesses estimated to go bust this year we all acknowledge that it couldn’t be a tougher time to run a small business in Britain.
So let’s help you along with this once in a life time opportunity and get your small business to lead us all out of this recession. If you’re interested in being involved please email smallbusiness@optomen.com
Frost damages 30% of Colombia’s flower production
Posted by Dan Little | Filed under World News
Ongoing freezing temperatures have damaged 30% of Colombia’s flower production, announced the Association of Colombian Flower Growers on Wednesday.
The loss was predominately caused by the freezing temperatures plaguing the Sabana de Bogota region, which accounts for 70% of Colombian flower exports. (more…)
European winter chills fresh produce demand
Posted by Dan Little | Filed under World News
Extreme winter conditions in Europe — the worst in five years — are causing jitters within the Kenya’s horticulture industry because of a significant cut in outdoor activities that has stymied orders for exports for the high season that runs between February and May.
While December falls within the cyclic winter season in Europe, flowers, fruits and vegetable exporters say cold temperatures have hit the purchase of flowers and hindered transportation of fresh produce from the main airports to the hinterland, mostly served by trains and trucks. (more…)
