﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:25:55 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Aerospace Industry Benefits from World Class Benchmarking Programme</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/aerospace-industry-benefits-from-world-class-benchmarking-programme,c9454600</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1406741</guid><description><![CDATA[Business Impact, the national training and apprenticeship provider is working with the North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA), to implement a programme of training to increase the skills base in the aerospace industry. Using a defined model for world class global benchmarking, the NWAA has been able to identify the specific areas of skills development required across the whole sector/supply chain, and worked with Business Impact to deliver high quality skills training.
The first skills area identified as requiring support was in Statistical Process Control, and so Business Impact developed a 5]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2013 13:15:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>On Track for Success with Business Impact</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/on-track-for-success-with-business-impact,c9454598</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1406717</guid><description><![CDATA[The future is looking bright for Business Impacts’ new Rail Engineering students as they train for a career as Track Engineers on the UK Rail Network. The new programme delivered in partnership with Job Centre Plus (Essex) and East Anglian Rail Museum allows individuals to learn work based skills in a safe and controlled environment. On completion of the programme learners get all the Network Rail Mandatory Safety Critical Licences needed to work in the industry.
Brendan McGrath, Programme Manager for the Rail Engineering programme commented; “We are delighted to have our first cohort of]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2013 13:08:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What’s an apprentice ever done for you?</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/what-s-an-apprentice-ever-done-for-you-,c9454592</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1406705</guid><description><![CDATA[This is the slightly tongue in cheek question and title of Business Impact’s latest viral sensation. The short film developed by the leading national training an apprenticeship provider has been an instant hit and demonstrates through a rather unconventional office scene that apprentices are the backbone of many great organisations.
Business Impact wanted to use the video online to start a viral campaign and discussion around the subject, as far too often employers are left scratching their heads when they are first approached about employing apprentices. The spoof film explains that every]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2013 13:02:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Impact Recognised at National Best Practice Awards</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/business-impact-recognised-at-national-best-practice-awards,c9454535</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1406690</guid><description><![CDATA[Business Impact, the national training and apprenticeship provider has been recognised and commended at a national awards ceremony organised by Tribal Group. Business Impact made the final two in the category for ‘Learner Placements’ which recognises organisations who make outstanding efforts to help their learners and candidates find suitable employment, further training or apprenticeships.
Tribal Group are the UK’s leading provider of systems and solutions to the education, training and learning markets, and have a reputation for building world-leading software and providing education]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2013 12:56:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>First Water benefit from Business Impact Training</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/first-water-benefit-from-business-impact-training,c9417419</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1337353</guid><description><![CDATA[National training company Business Impact have worked with a leading manufacturer of high performance wound dressings and skin adhesives, to implement Business Improvement Techniques Level 2 and Level 3 (BIT) within the workplace.
First Water (FW) Ltd. based in Marlborough were established in 2001 to focus on the high end high performance wound care market. Impressive product development and a commitment to core technology which encompasses a proprietary range of biocompatible superabsorbent polymers, has helped establish the business as a major player and technical leader in the sector.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 09:17:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Madeleine Set for Adventure of a Lifetime with Help of Business Impact</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/madeleine-set-for-adventure-of-a-lifetime-with-help-of-business-impact,c9411783</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1325481</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact is supporting the efforts of Madeleine Barrett as she takes part in a life-changing trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands in 2014 as part of a World Challenge expedition.
The dedicated 14 year old from Park View School, who lives in Chester le Street wants to visit the islands which are East of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean as part of a development programme encouraging young people to gain life-changing experiences. She will be part of a team trekking, learning about the area and undertaking a community project in Ecuador as]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 13:26:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Long Term Partnership Pays Dividends for Auto Marine Cables</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/long-term-partnership-pays-dividends-for-auto-marine-cables,c9393145</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1287926</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact has been acknowledged by a long term business partner Auto Marine cables following the latest round of training delivered by the company.
Auto Marine Cables based in Worsley near Manchester, has worked with Business Impact for several years ensuring all personnel within the business achieve a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification in BIT techniques. Auto Marine Cables are specialists in the manufacture of low voltage cable and wiring accessories and also operates as a distributor of these products across Europe. It was essential for]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:18:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Apprentice of the Year Announced</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/apprentice-of-the-year-announced,c9387821</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1276363</guid><description><![CDATA[To complete a week of activity to recognize and celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, training and apprenticeship provider Business Impact announced the results of its own search for Apprentice of the Year, with Gateshead based Furniture Clinic winning the award for their apprentice Harry Nichol.
Following a nationwide appeal for employers to nominate their best apprentices, a shortlist of 10 was selected for final review, and Harry Nichol who is currently half way through his apprenticeship with Furniture Clinic won against stiff competition from entrants across the country.

Nick]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:38:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>National Apprenticeship Week – (11th – 15th March 2013)</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/national-apprenticeship-week----11th---15th-march-2013-,c9382753</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1266868</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact will be celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with dozens of regional employers and hundreds of apprentices with a range of activities, from an employer conference to school visits and a search for Apprentice of the Year.
Throughout the National Apprenticeship Week (11th– 15thMarch) Business Impact are holding a series of events and activities to promote great employers and outstanding apprentices to highlight how in the North East, the apprenticeship agenda is driving many businesses growth. Activities planned during the]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:05:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>IPL State a Clear Advantage with Apprenticeships</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/ipl-state-a-clear-advantage-with-apprenticeships,c9371262</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1244178</guid><description><![CDATA[A Teesside based manufacturer IPL has seen the huge benefits that can be reaped from investing in quality apprenticeships, with the help of Business Impact.
The quality of service and close working relationship developed between Emma State (20), who started her apprenticeship at the end of 2011, and her assessor/trainer Lisa Cunningham from Business Impact has ensured she completed the apprenticeship successfully, and is now an excellent asset to the team at IPL.

When Emma State started her apprenticeship with the business, she had to cope with a sudden illness causing absence from work]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:57:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Impact Increase Presence in Yorkshire with Senior Sales Appointment</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/business-impact-increase-presence-in-yorkshire-with-senior-sales-appointment,c9366575</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1234441</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact is expanding the team covering the Yorkshire region with the appointment of experienced Business Development Manager Christina Shepherd.
Christina joins the business at a time of significant growth nationally for Business Impact, and she comes with a significant strength in managing existing business relationships and project management for new products and services, gained through a career working with some of the largest national training providers, including Intraining and First4Skills.

With a wide range of qualifications]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:35:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Impact Expansion Puts Holden Front of House</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/business-impact-expansion-puts-holden-front-of-house,c9363012</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1227784</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact is branching out with the appointment of a dedicated Sales Manager to cover the Midlands region. Experienced apprenticeship training and business development manager Jason Holden is taking on the challenge of expanding the national network, across the Midlands.
Jason Holden (37), based in Birmingham, joins Business Impact on the back of an excellent track record in developing apprenticeship and training programmes for regional training companies. His experience and understanding of the sector will be crucial for Business Impact]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:52:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>James Burrell Setting the Standard in Apprenticeship Development</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/james-burrell-setting-the-standard-in-apprenticeship-development,c9359111</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1220316</guid><description><![CDATA[James Burrell Builders Merchants have been building an apprenticeship development programme with Business Impact, and are already seeing the foundations of success with four recruits now enrolled on the new scheme.
The builders merchants based in Gateshead, but with a network of depots across the North East set out earlier this year to start developing a new apprenticeship scheme, and initially planned to take on just one young person. However the quality and calibre of candidates supplied through Business Impact and the support and development through an Intermediate Apprenticeship, means]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:46:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Impact Praised By Matrix</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/business-impact-praised-by-matrix,c9347941</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1197770</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact has been recognised by Matrix for its high quality information, advice and guidance services. The Matrix Standard is the benchmark accreditation for any organisation which offers ongoing Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG).  The standard measures and assesses the advice and support services offered by organisations, specifically in terms of career development for young learners.
In the latest review of Matrix, Business Impact were commended for internal communication and leadership, which play a crucial part in building the]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:25:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cotterill Business Supplies Feel the Business Impact of Great Apprentices</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/cotterill-business-supplies-feel-the-business-impact-of-great-apprentices,c9346477</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1194812</guid><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire based business supplies and stationery retailer Cotterill Business Supplies has increased its telesales and marketing team with an apprenticeship recruitment programme, working with Business Impact, the UK’s leading provider of results focused training and apprenticeship recruitment and development.
Cotterill Business Supplies, founded in 1971, is a family run business which is part of a group of dealers who have a combined turnover totalling more than 320 million pounds. It was the results focused approach of Business Impact which first brought the companies together, and the]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:22:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Furniture Clinic have a polished approach to training and apprenticeships with Business Impact</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/furniture-clinic-have-a-polished-approach-to-training-and-apprenticeships-with-business-impact,c9335193</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1172474</guid><description><![CDATA[A Burnopfield based furniture repair specialist are reaping the benefits of essential team leadership training and new apprentices sourced through Business Impact.
The national business with headquarters in the North East recognised the benefits of working with Business Impact immediately, as they had multiple training and development requirements, alongside an active programme of apprentice recruitment.

Business Impact initially worked with Furniture Clinic to develop Team Leader Training as the company expanded, and it was recognised internally that the strengths of having a core team]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:12:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Business Impact give the public sector something to LEAN on</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/business-impact-give-the-public-sector-something-to-lean-on,c9331076</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1159613</guid><description><![CDATA[National training and apprenticeship specialist Business Impact recently attended a major public sector conference to promote the benefits of Lean and Lean techniques to major employers in local government and the NHS.
A capacity crowd descended upon the Barbican for the opening of Public Service Events' 4th annual Lean Government conference. Featuring a keynote address from Francis Maude, Minister of State for the Cabinet office, the conference boasted a programme of high profile speakers, discussing how lean thinking can transform public sector performance.

‘If an organisation is to]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:55:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Apprenticeship Recruitment Tips Assist PG Legal</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/apprenticeship-recruitment-tips-assist-pg-legal,c9327579</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1154355</guid><description><![CDATA[A leading North East legal practice were impressed with the services of Business Impact when they needed a rapid solution to finding a new apprentice. PG Legal specialise in practical solutions for legal issues faced by businesses and are one of a few practices that can handle school to academy conversions.
The practice based on the Team Valley in Gateshead wanted to find a great new apprentice office administrator to support the business, but already knew the pitfalls and challenges faced when recruiting at this level. That is where Business Impact stepped in to help, and offered a complete]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:37:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Nick gets his teeth into new role</title><link>http://news.cision.com/business-impact/r/nick-gets-his-teeth-into-new-role,c9315577</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1135399</guid><description><![CDATA[A newly appointed national sales manager is literally celebrating cutting his teeth in his new role after filling a vacancy at a Sunderland dental technicians workshop.
Nick Atkinson from Wallsend has recently joined Team Valley based national training providers; Business Impact to work with companies of all sizes to identify their training needs and help them to recruit and train young apprentices. Nick’s specialised depth of knowledge gained from working for four years with another national training provider coupled with his previous experience working within property investment, motor]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:23:08 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>