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Research and development
Understand the importance of research and development for the success of new products, services and ideas
VAT and the construction industry
Guides to help businesses in the construction industry to understand their VAT obligations
Construction Industry Scheme tax guidance
Guides providing detail on the Construction Industry Scheme and how to work with HMRC.
Developing products and services
Key considerations for businesses that are developing new products and services
Use innovation in your business
Guidance on using innovation in manufacturing and business operations, and the benefits of using artificial intelligence, Industry 4.0 technologies and open data in business
Design for business success
Discover how design can benefit your business, your products, services and branding
Construction efficiency and environmental standards
Guides to help construction businesses improve their environmental performance and reputation
Construction
Support and guidance for the construction industry in Northern Ireland
Patents, trade marks, copyright and design
How to protect and register different types of intellectual property rights, including patents, trade marks, design and copyright
Employment in your construction business
Guides to help constructions businesses understand their obligations and duty of care to employees
Data protection and legal issues
Key guidance for Northern Ireland businesses on data protection, using personal data in business and personal data transfers
Create and manage a website
Guidance to help you build, host, optimise and advertise your business website and content
E-commerce
Guidance on selling online through online shops and e-marketplaces, accepting and fulfilling online orders, and complying with e-commerce laws
Introduction to IT
How to find the right software and hardware for your business, plan for or upgrade your business' IT systems and skills, and maximise the benefits of email, intranets and extranets
Software and business applications
Information on using databases in business, open source, cloud technologies and specific types of software that can help you streamline your accounting, payroll and customer management
Communications
Information on different phone systems for business, business broadband, and wireless and mobile technologies
IT security and risks
Best practices on IT risk management, cyber security and protecting your business' wireless network
Choosing suppliers
Information on choosing and managing an IT and an internet service provider supplier for your business
Innovation and R&D
Guidance on intellectual property, innovation and research and development, and financing business R&D in Northern Ireland
IT
Browse our key technology guidance and get impartial advice on using the latest IT systems and technologies to power your business