HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity and physical access control solutions (PACS), announces the HID M1 Transparent Gateway — a security module that sits between existing OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) controllers and readers to perform all cryptographic operations in a secured location. As a first-of-its-kind solution, it enables organizations to achieve transparent architecture compliance without the need to replace their existing physical access control infrastructure. High-security facilities across Europe increasingly face regulatory mandates requiring transparent architecture — a framework where cryptographic operations occur ..

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04-03-2026

Since setting its carbon neutral target in 2019, West Sussex County Council has implemented a robust Climate Change Strategy, supported by a five-year Council Plan (2021–2026), a Climate Action Adaptation Plan (CAAP), and a dedicated Energy Strategy. These frameworks guide the Council’s efforts across buildings, transport, procurement, and community engagement, with 20 priority actions identified to deliver the greatest impact in carbon emissions reduction between 2024 and 2027. “Funding is always a challenge, but we’ve secured grants like the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) and ..

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04-03-2026

It was a mixed package of messages from the OBR in Tuesday’s Spring Statement. ..

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04-03-2026

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are often thought of as mere metrics that demonstrate an organisational progress towards its goals. When considered strategically, KPIs can become tools of not just performance measurement, but also performance management. The performance indicators can translate into a story about your organization, shedding light on every tangible facet and letting you know the areas of improvement by generating actionable insights. However, as varied as the insights would be for each organization, so should be the KPIs. What might work as a ..

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04-03-2026

MDF is a staple component in most homes; the panel product has been around since 1966 when West Fraser’s CaberMDF was introduced to the building market. It can be sawn, drilled, shaped, and routed cleanly with minimum fuss, using hand or machine tools and looks good as the smooth surface of the panels is ideal for painting, veneers, or paper foils. CaberMDF plays hide and seek around the home; it can be an architectural feature, fascia, shelf, fitted unit, wardrobe or kitchen and bathroom doors, ..

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04-03-2026

Rapid Energy, a specialist provider of rapid-response and mission-critical temperature-control hire solutions, today announced a strategic investment from Baird Capital, the global private equity arm of Baird. The investment supports the expansion of Rapid Energy’s fleet, enhances engineering capability, and strengthens growth across industrial and critical-infrastructure markets. The partnership supports Rapid Energy’s plans to increase capacity, invest in technology and innovation, and further develop solutions for customers operating in environments where operational continuity is essential. ..

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04-03-2026

Facility management deals with the management of built assets and incorporates controlling services necessary for the successful business operation of an organization. It should aim not only at simply reducing the operating expenses of an organization but also at enhancing the efficiency of the facility and its users as well. The physical environment has a major influence on the successful operation and efficiency of an organization; modifying this could lead to an organization’s desired efficiency being achieved. To gauge the effectiveness of facility management, therefore, ..

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04-03-2026