Better News and PR

A showcase of digital talent at EXPOTEES

Date:

07/04/2011

EXPOTEES 2011 was the sixth annual showcase of students’ digital projects which demonstrate innovation, research and development in a wide range of computing subjects – from advanced computer technology to those centred on entertainment.

The students were asked to undertake an in-depth exploration of a chosen subject area and demonstrate the ability to research, analyse, synthesise, and creatively apply what they have studied. The project is often in an area they have gained an interest in either via a work placement or through their studies. Some students delivered projects which had external clients and require project managing to industry standard.

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A day at the Conference & Hospitality Show in Leeds

Date:

29/03/2011

It was my first time at the fantastically organised Conference & Hospitality Show that is now in its 3rd year and becoming a major draw for businesses working in the conference and hospitality sector. I was invited to deliver a seminar focused on good practice and highlighting some innovative use of social media by businesses in the sector and provided with a stand in the exhibitors hall so I could get the most out of the day. (more…)

We’re looking for a Studio Administrator to join our growing team.

Date:

19/03/2011

Be Better Informed – Our latest shout out about what’s buzzing in the Better studio.

Date:

17/02/2011

A brand evolution.
I’m excited to let you know this will be our last newsletter under the existing brand. The company has grown significantly since we launched in 2008, and although the brand has helped position Better effectively we feel it’s time to change, although we’re not throwing the baby out with the bath water! We’re in the final stages of the re-brand that will see a new identity, language, website and supporting marketing materials which will develop the Better story for the next stage of business growth. Watch this space. (more…)

UK and Ireland SAP User Group Conference builds a Better digital footprint

Date:

16/02/2011

UKISUG are pleased to announce that the 2011 UK & Ireland SAP User Group Conference will take place on the 20th – 22nd November 2011 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, NEC, Birmingham.

The UK & Ireland SAP User Group is an independent ‘not for profit’ organisation set up to serve the needs of all SAP users, which now includes all SAP BusinessObjects customers, taking any member issues and concerns directly to SAP UK as well as providing members with a forum to share knowledge, best practice and expertise with industry peers. (more…)

NE Business Awards shortlist announced and we’re proud to be on it…twice!

Date:

04/02/2011

Yesterday we announced that we had been shortlisted for Newcomer of the Year in the NE Business Award 2010 but today we found out we have now been shortlisted for the Service Award at the same awards! (more…)

Better Investment in Local Talent

Date:

28/01/2011

Award-winning brand agency, Better, has appointed Ryan Crawford as a Junior Designer. Ryan, 22 of Trimdon Grange, recently graduated from Teesside University with a first class honours degree in Graphic Design. After leaving University Ryan enrolled on 10 week Graduate Internship Programme before joining the team full time.

Ryan will work alongside the agency’s Creative Director, Peter Jones, on brand, creative and print design projects and has already worked with the team on a number of recent projects. Ryan joins a team that has grown from the original 3 founders in 2008 to a powerful mix of 8 individuals specialising in digital and creative. (more…)

Wishing you a very merry Christmas and a Better New Year!

Date:

23/12/2010

This conversation actually took place in our studio while preparing for the festivities.

Mark sings: “It’s Christmas time and there’s no need to be afraid…”
Paul: “That’s not quite true is it?”
Mark: “Stop interrupting, I’m doing our Christmas message to all our friends and clients” (gestures to the imaginary audience)
Paul: “OK…Sorry!…who are you gesturing to?”
Mark: “I’m imagining our friends all here with us, sharing some time together before we all head to our respective homes and families for a well earned break. And anyway, what is there to be afraid about at Christmas?” (more…)

Customer engagement and insight in the digital age

Date:

16/12/2010

When Explain and Better first sat round a table at Seaham Hall in March 2009, the brief was simple; find a way of harnessing the dynamic growing power of digital media with the customer insight provided by market research.

The two companies had been brought together through a long standing relationship between Steven Bell, a board director of The Entrepreneurs Forum and David Shiel, managing director of Explain, a relationship that stretched back over 25 years when they both worked in the supermarket industry. (more…)

10 things you may not know about Better

Date:

18/11/2010

As featured on the Network News from Service Network….

1. We called our company ‘Better’ to be both a challenge to us (to continually improve) and also to highlight the needs of our clients to have a better brand, marketing strategy, digital and social media presence.

2. We’ve talked to approximately 1500 business leaders in the past two years about the strategic implementation of social media within their businesses. (more…)