BCC seeks to work with leading companies and organisations in the UK to support UK businesses and to ensure the best possible environment in which to operate.
BCC and Microsoft are working together to help UK business harness the power of technology. Together we are;
Monitoring government delivered support schemes for IT and offering support and resources where appropriate
Supporting local Chambers to run local initiatives designed to educate Chamber members about what technology can do for them and how to find local suppliers
Championing ‘Best use of Technology’ through Chamber Awards
Developing useful tools and resources around IT for Chamber members
Microsoft believes that the right technology is critical to overcoming business challenges, and its ongoing strategic partnership with the BCC supports our long term effort to drive education and awareness activities on ‘what IT can do for Business’ to decision makers, opinion formers and the UK business community.
Working for small business
BCC and Microsoft are pooling their knowledge of technology and UK business to provide expert advice which gives small businesses the opportunity to compete with larger enterprises, make the right decisions in their IT provision as a platform to growth and efficiency.
What are we doing right now?
Undertaking research to better understand UK business' needs
Finding ways to provide IT advice direct to members via local Accredited Chambers
Microsoft Sponsors Chamber Award Category
Effective use of IT can have a huge impact on business success.
Microsoft are sponsoring the BCC Impact of Technology on Your Business category at the annual BCC Awards this year to celebrate small and medium businesses who make the most of IT.
Small Business Specialists are Microsoft-qualified IT consultants who have demonstrated ability in helping UK small businesses.
They can help small businesses maximise the return on their IT investment - and, of course, ensure they only invest in IT when it is the right thing to do.