Here you can read this month's main feature, plus articles, columns, news pieces, Chamber Matters, and other content from the August 2010 Island Business Magazine.
Plus, you can watch all the videos produced for the August magazine.
Content from the latest Island Business Magazine will be uploaded to this section from 27-31 July.
Sat 31 Jul 2010 at 1637 BST
Not many businesses can name such high profile customers as Johnny Depp, the King and Queen of Sweden, and Jane Fonda; but for Alpha IoW Limited it's all in a day's work.
Sat 31 Jul 2010 at 1456 BST
Read our August RUBS; really useful tips and information for businesses.
Sat 31 Jul 2010 at 1249 BST
Sandie Norris has walked every step of the Island's 500 miles of public footpaths, which makes her well qualified to run the Wight Wanders business.
Fri 30 Jul 2010 at 1730 BST
Two close friends with a global client list are offering their expertise to help Island businesses reach their potential.
Fri 30 Jul 2010 at 1723 BST
Kevin Wilson has a way with words – which is just as well, since his role with the Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry, is all about copy writing and publicity.
Fri 30 Jul 2010 at 1656 BST
When discussing internet performance it is common for companies to quote the speed measured in Mbps, for example download at up to 8 Mbps, writes columnist Jonathan Thornton.
Fri 30 Jul 2010 at 1648 BST
Someone recently asked me 'Steve what floats your boat?' After a moment or two I responded with one word 'tourism', writes columnist Steve Blamire.
Thu 29 Jul 2010 at 1742 BST
We're told there's an app for everything, but how can they help your business?
Thu 29 Jul 2010 at 1654 BST
Most businesses could use a lot less energy; experience shows that even low and no-cost actions can usually reduce energy costs by at least 10% and produce quick returns, so why not make a start on reducing your business's energy costs?
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1215 BST
Yarmouth Harbour Commission have plans to redevelop the marina, and Harbour Master Chris Lisher explains how the plans will effect Yarmouth and the Island's marine industry.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1200 BST
Yarmouth may be famous for hosting the Old Gaffer Festival in June but they also host a variety of other marine events, and also have plans for redevelopment of the harbour.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1145 BST
South Boats build large catamarans for the commercial market; Clive Jeffrey explains how the company started and his hopes for expansion.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1130 BST
Based on the Medina river front in Cowes, South Boats was started over 12 years ago by Clive Jeffrey after he finished working as a yard bosun at FBM marine.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1115 BST
The Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC) is a big business within the Island's marine economy; Glyn Ellis, Operations Manager, explained more about the work they do.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1100 BST
The Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC) at East Cowes is part of the RNLI, and is responsible for building all the UK’s inshore lifeboats, carrying out repair, maintenance and refits, as well as testing and R&D work.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1045 BST
Stuart Quarrie, CEO of Cowes Week Ltd. talks about the importance of Cowes Week to the Island's economy, and how changing trends will effect the marine sector in the future.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1030 BST
Cowes Week Ltd. work closely with the local community and local businesses to ensure Cowes Week is a success for the thousands of people who take part or watch.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1015 BST
Many Island businesses are SMEs and being associated with a cluster means they are more confident to take on large projects; Barry Groves explains how Cowes Marine Cluster can help marine businesses.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 1000 BST
Cowes Marine Cluster was originally formed with a grant from the South East England Development Agency so that member businesses were able to bid for bigger marine contracts.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 0945 BST
Sean Strevens begun by building small wooden fishing boats, then moved onto fibreglass hulls, graduating to designing and producing catamarans; he explained how the Island influences the boats he built.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 0930 BST
It was over ten years ago that inspiration came to Sean Strevens, founder and partner of Cheetah Marine, to start building catamarans.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 0915 BST
Cowes Harbour Commission ensure the harbour and the river medina are managed efficiently; Captain Stuart McIntosh talks about how important these assets are to the Island's economy, and explains how the outer harbour project will benefit the Island.
Wed 28 Jul 2010 at 0900 BST
Captain Stuart McIntosh, Cowes Harbour Master, knows how important marine associated activities are to the Island's economy, and recognises that they are one of the main selling points for the Island.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 1616 BST
The topical issue of e-safety will be addressed at a Chamber networking event this September.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 1609 BST
Recent winners of the Isle of Wight Lottery have a wide variety of ways of spending their money.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 1602 BST
Navigate IT & Telecoms, previously Navigate Solutions LLP and Island Telecom, has launched a new brand identity and website.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 1553 BST
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry has formed a new partnership with Reynard Middle East General Trading LLC, a sales and marketing company based in the Middle East, with offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 0915 BST
Although the Island's maritime industry is not be as vibrant as it once was, there are still plenty of marine companies whose contribution to the Island's economy is essential; we spoke to key businesses and organisations in the sector to find out about the future.
Tue 27 Jul 2010 at 0900 BST
With the Island's showcase sailing event still pulling in the numbers despite a continued empty space where the title sponsor's name should appear, Island Business looks at the challenges and opportunities in the Island's marine sector.