Phocas raises $45 million in capital raise
Business intelligence software company Phocas has raised one of the biggest rounds of 2021 so far, securing $45 million to fund the development of its data analytics products, as well as new financial products.
Data is the new ingredient at Everest Ice Cream
Perfecting the next flavour sensation is part of the day-to-day operations at Everest Ice Cream. However to carry out continual improvement and gain efficiencies – Everest sought some extra assistance – in data analytics.The management team turned to the Phocas’ data analytics solution to help them track sales, pinpoint poor performing products and reduce waste. While it is still early days of…
Why you need self-service reporting
In today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s not easy to predict and prepare for the future. This is why many companies are using data analytics for on-demand reporting so everyone in a business can get the data they need, when they need it. Self-service reporting allows people to produce reports and visualizations on-the-go or from home – without relying on IT – which means faster…
VAT domestic reverse charge for construction: What accountants need to know
A big change from HMRC is coming soon for construction businesses. The way it collects VAT from construction firms will be changing. The VAT reverse charge was announced as part of the 2017 Budget to combat what HMRC estimates to be £100m of revenue lost each year through missing trader fraud. The implementation date is 1 March 2021 – the previous date was 1 October 2020 but this was moved by…
Driving sales with ERP Data
ERP systems are the backbone of most mid-market companies and run critical business functions like operations, finance and sales. An ERP system is also a source of untapped insights and a boon for driving sales.Integrating a compatible data analytics tool will enable dynamic reporting. Soon information about slipping customers, product line profitability and budget variance will be at your…
BI vendor Phocas raises funds to build predictive analytics
With its eyes on expansion and predictive analytics product development, a veteran Australian-based BI vendor raised AUS$45 million in growth equity. Business intelligence firm Phocas Software has received an influx of cash to expand its presence in new industries, further develop its core analytics products and accelerate its growth in the U.S. and U.K.
In celebration of its heritage, Harry’s Dolce Vita in Knightsbridge has brought the Italian Riviera to London, a perfect destination for Londoners enjoying a stay-cation.
When we visit the restaurant on a warm September’s evening, the place is buzzing.
Glamorous clientele sipping bespoke cocktails created in partnership with O’ndina Gin while enjoying the restaurant’s Mediterranean dishes.
This…
Understanding payslips: 7 tips to help your employees
How well do you understand your company’s payslips? Better yet, how well do your employees understand them?
Understanding payslips can be confusing for employees. While some never look at their payslips, others go over theirs with a fine-tooth comb, checking for discrepancies.
You need to be able to address any queries your employees may have and demonstrate that your payroll processes are…
Hotel Finca Cortesin – A Stunning Hotel in Southern Spain
There are some hotels that you know you’re going to love even before stepping foot inside.
One such place for me is Hotel Finca Cortesin in Casares in Southern Spain, about 30 minutes outside Marbella.
Having stayed nearby shortly after the hotel opened, I spent a long while regretting not joining friends on an exploration of the area where they happened upon a beautiful hotel called Finca…
Luxury Hotels Near London – The Perfect Weekend Escape
From gorgeous hotels in Hampshire to a traditional country house hotel in Wiltshire, here’s a selection of our favourite hotels within easy reach of London.
Heckfield Place
Set on a 400-acre estate of rolling Hampshire countryside, just over an hour from central London, the first impression you get when you walk inside is that Heckfield Place still very much feels like a home.
There’s a warmth…
Food Out of Thin Air: A Novel Approach to Alternative Protein
By Mary-Ann Chen
What comes to mind when you think of alternative proteins? With the growing amount of options on the market, you might think of the soy-based Impossible Burger, tofu scrambled “eggs,” or the no-longer-so-far-fetched idea of eating insects or algae. But what if there was such a thing as protein made from the air?
It may sound like a silly magic trick, but in today’s rapidly…
Understanding Butter vs. Margarine Controversy
By Emanueli Backes
I am sure at some point in your life you have heard someone give their – unscientific – opinion on how eating margarine or butter is good or bad for your health.
In fact, there is still controversy about the technical differences between both products and how it relates to our health. Thus, to be able to understand this topic, we will first have to take a few steps back by…
Food Science — The Best Major You’ve Never Heard Of
By Abbey Thiel
People are usually surprised to find out I’m a food scientist. Mostly because they didn’t know being a food scientist was ever an option.
Since food science is a largely unheard-of field, even after introductions most people assume I’m some type of dietician or nutritionist, which is definitely not true. I took ONE class in the nutritional sciences department during my four-year…
Do Your Genetics Affect How You Taste?
By Jacob Webster-Jones
People follow different dietary patterns for many reasons such as environment, culture, availability, and marketing. However, there is a growing body of literature that links genetics to how we perceive different tastes and sensations. The implications for this relationship expand beyond just preferences since what we eat directly impacts our health. These are some of the…
How Music Can Benefit Seniors
Music is a powerful thing. Perhaps more than any other human activity, music has the ability to cross cultural boundaries and unify people with its power.
However, music is especially powerful when it comes to the mental and physical well being of seniors. There is even such a thing as music therapy. In this older population, music can not only promote stress relief and enhance the mood, but…
Coping with the Emotions of Downsizing
Getting older involves a lot of transitioning from what you used to know as “normal” to an entirely new normal in a lot of different situations. One of these situations is when you find yourself having to downsize to a smaller home.
Perhaps your home is just too big with your kids grown and moved out or perhaps the physical and economic toll that maintaining a home takes is just no longer…
Enzymatic Browning: Advancements in the Food Industry
By Emanueli Backes
The problem with enzymatic browning
Think back to a time when you ate an appetizing apple. After a few moments of eating the first bite, the exposed area you just bit begins to darken. You’re probably wondering how it went from a white to brown color so quickly? Amazing! Could it be witchcraft?
Not at all! In fact, what happened has a name and a well-known scientific…
Pursuing a Graduate Degree in Food Science for Non-Food Science Students: Part Two
By Karin Cho
Welcome back to the second part of “Pursuing a Graduate Degree in Food Science for Non-Food Science Students”. For part one, please go to this post (https://sciencemeetsfood.org/graduate-degree-in-food-science/).
In part two, I’ll be sharing my experience with the graduate application process for food science programs. I didn’t apply to all the food science programs out there, so it…
The Science Behind the Perfect Cutout Cookie
By Abbie Sommer
I’ve been on a quest for the perfect cut out cookie recipe for the holidays. In my mind, the perfect cutout cookie is a light golden brown with sharp edges. It should retain its shape and not spread beyond recognition. The icing on top should cover the surface without flowing over and should have a glossy sheen. Not only should the cookie look good, but it also has to taste good.…
60 Questions in 60 Minutes | The Top Way to Elevate Your Agency
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