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Croatia - A Mediterranean Jewel for Active Holidays The Croatian National Tourist Office is reporting that many visitors are now choosing the country for a really authentic Mediterranean experience on the fine Adriatic Coast. Everywhere, the country offers a variety of holiday ideas for those looking for a beach, but also want to be active on holiday. Here are a few of the highlights of a holiday in Croatia. Tips and Tricks for Stress-Free, Low Cost Airport Parking It becomes increasing bizarre, in these days of low cost, no-frills flights, to find that the costs of parking at the departure airport for a few days or a couple of weeks can be actually much more expensive than the cost of the flight itself. But there are ways to keep these costs in check. Limited Editions In Films, Music and Photography : Fact or Fiction? With the digital revolution in photography and other media, has come a fashion of producting "special" or "limited edition" versions of the same source material. For the wannabee collector of fine art reproductions (for example) it becomes increasingly vital to understand the investment opportunities of genuine "limited editions" compared with the marketing-driven hype. Professional Photo InkJet Printers - A Summary Review Inkjet printers come in a vast range of individual products, from well-known small inkjets suitable for home use, to monster-sized systems to print advertising billboards and truck signs. Here are a few definitions in the range in between, to assist with matching buyer requirements to available systems. East Midlands Airport UK - Flying With Great Holiday Ideas Keeping up its commitment to building holiday opportunities, without the hassle of long car journeys to international "hub" airports in the south or northwest of England, the UK's East Midlands Airport continues to offer plenty of choice for the holidaymaker on a short break or a longer holiday. Here are a hew of the latest developments. Germany Holidays - Variety All Year Round If you have not considered a holiday in Germany before, you should expect to be enticed and amazed by what is on offer. Germany is year-round holiday destination for family summer holidays and winter skiing, and a whole range of holiday ideas in between. Turkey - 3 Reasons Of Many To Visit Soon For the first time since the 1960's, Spain is no longer the No 1 destination for UK holidaymakers. This accolade is now claimed by Turkey, after many years of work by the Turkish Culture and Tourism Office to increase the visibility of the destination. Turkish Culture and Tourism campaigns extol not only the usual virtues of good beaches and excellent climate - but also the extraordinary cultural side of the country. Package Holiday or "Do It Yourself": Protect Yourself Against Company Failures The recent demise of the XL Group, a major UK travel company with its own airline and trading under established brands such as Kosmar and Medlife Hotels is an unnerving event for all holidaymakers. With over 20 airlines ceased trading in the past year, how can we be sure that we will not be placed in a similar situation of loss when we book with any travel company or airline? 8 Ways To Save Money On Your Next Holiday There are endless ways to save money on most things these days - the credit crunch has meant that retailers are crying out for us to spend our cash. This is also true of holidays and travel. Every day seems a good time to grab a bargain. And yet we still find that the dates we want, the hotels we need, and the departure airport which is a must for convenience - all these are hard to find. So, sometimes, a little creative thinking is needed. Airport Parking - The Hotel Alternative For those travellers in the UK who drive to the airport and face the increasing aggravation of traffic hold-ups, the stress of starting a holiday can be debilitating. Hence, in recent years, the popularity of using a more civilised option - booking a hotel near the airport the night before - has become evident. Spa Holidays in Germany - Do as the Romans Did! With its long history of spas and health-giving hot springs, Germany is the place to go for a short break to unwind and pamper body and mind. The Romans made full use of the hot mineral springs in Germany - so why not you? UK's East Midlands Airport - Keeping The Regional Airport Flag Flying The UK's popular East Midlands Airport has set out its stall for UK travellers looking for an easy start to their holiday this autumn and winter. Here are a few select destinations. Artists Proofs and Limited Edition Collections In recent years, fine art collectors have increasingly focused on acquiring quality limited edition photo prints deriving from work carried out in the pre-digital era. Acquiring Artists Proofs for these editions can be hugely rewarding. Photographic Media and Photo Art Reproduction - a Guide to Terminology The range of photographic media for photo-art reproduction has grown apace in recent years. For serious and occasional collectors alike, it pays to understand the differences in methodology, and the potential effect of acquisition prices and the investment value for the years ahead. Here are some key terms and the processes which apply to them Remote Diagnostics for Network Systems - When Software is Not Enough One of the positive signs of company growth is the proliferation of branch office and additional remote locations. This growth is clearly to be welcomed, but also can present great challenges to IT teams. Preventative Maintenance for Your Printer - Prolong Printer Life It is probably safe to say that most people only realise what a magical thing the average inkjet or laser printer is, when it suddenly stops working! Only then is it clear that the humble - or not so humble - office printer is a complex system with delicate and intricate machinery, which repays better attention to keep it working well, and to keep print quality consistent and as good as when the printer was first purchased. How Printing Smartly Will Boost Your Business Profitability And Help The Environment It is a sad and surprising fact that over 80% of office workers haven't been trained to use their office printer. By making simple changes to office printing, you can make a big difference to office efficiency and therefore to business profitability. Network Scanning - Powerful Document Distribution at Your Fingertips Network scanning is one of the most powerful features of today's multifunctional devices Scanning is often described as an under-used feature of office multifunctional devices (MFPs), but evidence suggests that scanning on an MFP has become so straightforward that it is gradually becoming the normal way to distribute documents within company offices and departments. Choosing the right colour printer for the job! When selecting a colour printer for your business it is clearly important to select the right printer ' both from the point of view of cost and function. But with both ink and laser printers available in wide range of products, how do you make sure you are choosing the right solution? Here are some key factors which should influence your choices. Print Management Solutions to Avoid Docuwaste and Improve Efficiency It is estimated that in 2006 European businesses wasted over 9 billion euros through inefficient business practices, up from 8.4 billion euros in 2004. Much of this waste is put down to "Docuwaste" - a massive over-indulgence in print usage. Here are some processes and techniques to reduce this waste and improve profitability. Don't Miss Out on Free Advertising - Print & Mail Wisely A recent report by a top UK mailing systems specialist has highlighted a major missed promotional opportunity amongst European organizations. Such businesses are missing out on €2.8 billion worth of free advertising. And how? Simply by failing to make better use of invoices and statements they send to customers. Photo Printing: Essential Tips for Getting the Colour Right There have been massive advances in colour printing technology in the last few years, but why does the apparently straightforward task of creating good quality colour prints from digital photo systems still cause such trouble for many people? 9 Simple Steps Towards a Greener Office By reviewing and implementing these 9 simple steps in daily office routines, your office can make its own practical contribution to the debate of environmental responsibility. Running a Small Business? Win Big with Your Email Set-up A big psychological problem - and sales strategy problem - for anyone running a small business, is to avoid looking like a small business. Though being "lean and mean" can be a strength, it is also important to deal with customer perception. Office Printers - Keeping Daily Costs Under Control Even a moderately-sized business can expect to find the daily business of print cost management a major challenge in terms of cost control.Without an overall strategy for printer acquisition and maintenance, daily print costs can spiral out of control. How can these costs be reduced and managed effectively? Control Your Print and Copy Costs: A New Idea A Total Volume Rental Plan (TVRP) will enable your business to rationalise your expensive desktop colour and black print output to new cost effective multifunctional devices - with a cost-effective and co-ordinated usage plan. Pitfalls to Avoid When Buying a Consumer PC for Business Business managers are regularly warned in the electronics media and elsewhere, to consider the risks of buying cheaper consumer PCs for daily business workloads - but many small firms are still choosing the cheaper models to keep costs down. Such businesses make the assumption that buying consumer class PCs for company use will be cheaper in the long run. But is this truly the case? Workflow Efficiency: Get the Answer to 8 Big Complaints When things get busy at work and the pressure is on, locating and controlling key documentation is of paramount importance to ensure efficiency and productivity. Document management is a glamorous name for keeping things organised, and here is a summary of the benefits of installing an electronic document storage and retrieval system in the office. Document Scanning and Management Systems: A Review Document management systems require a few days in planning, installation, configuring and training. This is definitely time well spent, ensuring that a correct and optimal implementation at the outset will revolutionise the way in which any company works with its records.This review highlights a range of proprietary document scanning and document management software, with key functions which they offer. Vital Tips for Document Scanning Software Buyers The requirement to save paper and control the management of workflow documents and images continues to be driven by systems technology. This summary highlights some important considerations when buying scanning software to achieve these goals. Environmental impacts of printer supplies configuration On an individual basis when it comes to buying new printer equipment, everyone can do their bit toward environmental issues by taking time to learn a little more about the environmental impact of certain types of equipment. For example, when it comes to office or home printers, we can recognise that longevity and durability is not restricted to the body of the printer only. Printer/Photocopiers – Software-Driven Profitability is Your Next Step In recent years, converging technologies have meant that the humble photocopier, once sidelined to a corner of the workplace, has evolved into a machine which deserves to be at the heart of the working environment. Here are some of the latest developments in equipment configuration which can drive efficiency and increase your bottom line. Invoice Processing Software – Major Business Benefits According to IBM, Gartner and Aberdeen Group, between 75-80% of invoices in any business or organisation, are still processed manually - despite the advent of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). These days, sophisticated invoice processing solutions are available to cut a swathe through the time and costs involved in handling supplier payments. Here is a summary of how they operate. Email Systems Security: Dedicated Appliances Are The Key Maintaining an in-house email system involves major appraisal of security risks and implications for the smooth running of any business. Every business has different needs. However, here are a few hints and tips to help direct such a discussion, and focus on the key elements of email systems security. IT Strategy Development: Reasons to Find An Expert Many companies exist, who can sell technology. Fewer of these can provide solutions to company IT needs - and answering the many questions posed by IT requirements, upgrades and systems development . Thus, before you buy, read on: the information you find here is based on many years of experience, and should inform your IT strategy as your company grows. Server-Based Computinng: In a Nutshell Here in outline is a summary of the benerits offered by Server Based Computing for any business looking for efficiency in the use of Information Technology in the workplace. New developments in Server Based Computing mean real savings in office management, and increased security in the everyday use of office systems. Office Equipment, the WEEE Directive and Global Warming Issues Environmentally Friendly photocopiers and other office equipment are crucial to workplace energy-saving and waste-reduction. Many measures (procedural and technical) have been implemented by equipment manufacturers, dealers and distributors - even before the government's introduction of measures via legislation such as the WEEE directive. Which Printer? Right Technology, Right Choice Whether you are responsible for a small home-based business, or a large company with many departments and workgroups, there are continuous choices to be made on the procurement of office equipment. Not least amongst these, is the selection of the appropriate printer technology for your business needs? Here in outline are the various technologies and their appropriate environment. Answer 7 Questions and Save Office Equipment Costs The challenge of controlling costs has become exponentially more difficult, when ease of access to powerful print/copy devices is an encouragement to generate more hard-copy documents, andt to make use of high-level facilities which may not suit the needs of the task in hand. By asking 7 simple questions, you will be on the way to saving considerable costs on all-in-one office equipment ownership. How Green is My Laser Printer? Notes of Caution for Eco-conscious Buyers Advertising agencies are working overtime to ensure we have clear consciences in buying their wares. No doubt these "green" advertising messages are made as a genuine attempt to guide potential customers - but consumers need to arm themselves with clear knowledge of terminology to ensure that advertising messages are clearly understood. 7 Crucial Steps for Office Refurbishment or Business Relocation As your business expands, the fateful day will come when decisions have to be made about office space, how it is used, whether there is enough of it, and whether it is time to make a move to bigger premises with a re-think on design and workflow patterns to improve efficiency and impress visiting customers. Here Jimi St. Pierre outlines the 7 key areas to what is involved in project planning for office relocation, design and refurbishment. Parking at Heathrow: Powerful Reasons to Book Online After several years of travelling to Heathrow by bus to catch flights, a move to the countryside meant that Jimi St.Pierre needed to research airport car parking facilities at Heathrow: here are some of the discoveries he made. Coffee Time - What About the True Cost? A recent survey by coffee giant Douwe Egberts discovered some intriguing facts which any company Financial Director should ignore at his/her peril. What to look for in a Fax machine If you are planning to buy a new fax machine, or have a need to add to existing systems, the choices are wide and varied. This article by Jimi St. Pierre outlines some key issues to consider. Atlantic Canada - Waterfront Life, Whale Watching and a Different Holiday Experience Including Nova Scotia, Canada's "Ocen Playground", the maritime provinces of eastern Canada are rich in fine landscape, bustling waterfron towns and excellent opportunities to encounter rare wildlife. Here Jimi St. Pierre highlights to include in any visit to these islands. Norwegian Tourist Office - setting out its stall in the UK for 2007 The Norwgegian Tourist Office has been busy setting up its 2007 UK promotions, which include 400 posters on the London Underground under the theme "Norway Awaits", and the forthcoming Norwegian Travel Workshop in Kristiansand from April 23-25 2007. Here Jimi St. Pierre outlines some developments of interest to UK-resident travellers to Norway, which are also useful to travellers from other countries. Lease or Buy - Which Way for Office Equipment Procurement? This review explores the advantages and disadvantages of acquiring business equipment via outright purchase or via lease agreements. It also covers some of the important terminology, including the difference between hire purchase and lease rental.

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