In this month’s Business Times, the spotlight falls on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and why data quality must be the foundation for any business hoping to benefit from it. We also report from Northampton College’s inaugural sector forum, where employers are helping shape the curriculum to bridge the gap between education and the workplace—ensuring students are equipped with the digital and business skills the local economy demands. Meanwhile, Northamptonshire has secured Local Visitor Economy Partnership status in a move hailed as a game changer for the region’s tourism sector, promising access to funding and national support. With a calendar full of high-profile events, the county is poised to elevate its visitor offering. Also in this edition, the Federation of Small Businesses reveals the stark challenges facing the self-employed, and PPX Consulting’s Adrian Goodman offers a timely warning on the six words that could be holding your company back. Essential reading for the region’s de
