General
29Nov

Six tips for creating an IT strategy

Are you thinking of creating an IT strategy for your business? Understanding how your organisation currently uses technology and identifying areas for improvement can help you streamline and protect your business while getting it ready for growth.   What is an IT strategy?  Just like a business plan or a marketing strategy, an IT strategy is a plan for your business that aligns your business goals with your IT systems.    Your IT operations strategy should consider your budget, how your business works, best practices...

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Dell Partners
03Oct

Softext becomes a Dell Technologies partner

Softext are delighted to announce that we are now part of the Dell Technologies Partner Program. This means we’ve got access to a range of technological solutions to solve your business problems. We can supply you with products and services such as PCs and laptops (including set up and configuration), servers, peripherals and much more. We’ll listen to your needs and find the best product for your business, from single purchases to larger installations we can help you manage your IT...

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27Oct

Autumn 2021 Budget Announcement– How Does It Affect Your Business?

During the Autumn Budget announcement on 27th October, Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled his plans to support an economy recovering from the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic. He revealed the promising news that the UK economy is forecast to return to pre-covid levels by 2022, with annual growth expected to rebound by 6.5% in 2021, and a further 6% in 2022. He also said that unemployment levels are lower than expected, sitting at a peak of 5.2% instead of the 11.9% predicted. We’ve...

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Young professional of the year
16Dec

Former Apprentice Jake Richardson Shortlisted for Young Professional of the Year Award 2021

We’re delighted to announce that Jake Richardson of Softext Ltd has been shortlisted for the prestigious Young Professional of the Year Award in the Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield & Tamworth and Cannock Chase Annual Awards Celebration 2021. Jake will go head-to-head against four other nominees from the region, with the winner announced on Thursday 28th January 2021. Sponsored by Amazon, the new STLC digital awards ceremony will recognise the remarkable achievements of both businesses and young professionals across the four areas. Designed...

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remote working advice
18Mar

Working from Home: Tech and Tools to Keep Your Business Running

As more businesses move towards homeworking its common to worry how well your business will fare while your team works away from the office. To put your mind at ease, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite tech tips and software shortcuts that will maximise productivity and keep your business running smoothly. Keep up with your accounts using Sage Drive Remote access for Sage 50cloud Accounts products, Sage Drive allows you to keep up with your accounting tasks even whilst out...

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Spring Budget 2020
12Mar

Spring Budget 2020 to help UK’s Small Businesses

The Spring Budget, delivered by new Chancellor Rishi Sunak on 11th March 2020, contained measures to help SME’s amidst Coronavirus uncertainty as well as promising a welcome influx of cash to promote the growth of small businesses. Support for Businesses Affected by Coronavirus The new government budget included a promise to cover sick pay for up to 14 days for SME’s with less than 250 employees. Under the Coronavirus ‘Business Interruption Loan Scheme’ a further £1 billion will be set aside to lend...

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softext partners with charity
31Jan

Softext Partners with Tamworth Charity, Number Eight

Softext Ltd is pleased to announce that we have partnered with local charity Number Eight Tamworth to offer IT support and marketing services. Number Eight is a registered charity that provides supportive accommodation for young mothers and their babies, as well as expectant mothers within the Tamworth area. The charity works to provide a nurturing and safe environment for these young mothers and their children, teaching the essentials of caring for themselves and their babies. Support from the charity includes: Training...

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christmas opening hours
12Dec

Christmas Opening Hours

During the festive period our office is closed from 1pm on 24th December and reopens on Thursday 2nd January at 9am.  Any queries received during this time will be picked up on our return.   Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!     From all of us at Softext!

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22Jan

Sage 50 Forecasting 2007 Software

Why Sage 50 Forecasting? The future of your business can't be left to chance. What you decide to do, or not do, today, affects where your business will be tomorrow. And as the business world moves faster and with increasing complexity, it becomes harder to see what those business decisions might mean. Sage 50 Forecasting cuts through the muddle and gives you a clear picture of what lies ahead financially. It sets out the figures so you can budget today and plan for...

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13Dec

Sage wins prestigious Software Provider of the year award.

Exciting news to share with you about our business partners……… On Monday 9th December 2013 ICB (Institute of Certified Bookers) held their annual bookkeeping awards ceremony which was held at Lancaster House, London. This year was the first time they had a category for software provider of the year. ICB contacted their 24,000 + members to vote for their favoured software provider. There were 4 other vendors in this category and Sage won with 38% of the votes which was a remarkable...

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