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Read our August RUBS; really useful tips and information for businesses.

Dell Outlet sells refurbished and reconditioned computer equipment which is limited in quantity.

T-Zero is a tool that provides independent sustainable refurbishment advice to users, with the option of linking directly to the suppliers, manufacturers, and installers of any measures you choose.

Take the MATiSSE Smarter-Working Costs CALculator challenge and see how much your organisation can save!

A new website has been launched to help consumers reduce unwanted junk mail and cold calling.

Export Talk' is UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) South East's international trade forum; a forum where members can receive free impartial advice from the UKTI team of international trade experts, share export knowledge and experiences, plus network with like-minded companies.

Vista Print are offering 250 business cards plus a business card holder absolutely free.

As we see the costs associated with technology plummet and the digital world is increasingly moving in the physical realm as people interact with new media, how do we adjust to the economics in the face of dropping online prices?

Business Book Review's brief but comprehensive summaries of the best business books is the perfect resource for time-starved professionals.

Opal are offering super fast reliable broadband from just £10 a month.

DHL Express are offering a prize draw to win an Apple iPad.

The Careers Advice Service is an impartial, careers advice, and guidance service for adults.

If you know a business that deserves national recognition then you can nominate them for the UK's premier small business awards, the HSBC Start-Up Stars Awards.

Six free toolkits to help agents avoid common errors when filing clients' returns for 2009/10 have been published by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).

The Department for Work and Pensions has announced that all small businesses in England are now able to access free occupational health advice and support by telephone on 0800 077 8844 and via the Health 4 Work website.

Company formations 24.7 offer a fast and simple service to forming your company and have teamed up with Barclays to include a business bank account in your purchase pack, which will give £35 cash back.

Biltmore Printers have a special offer on business card printing; buy any two business cards together and get 20% off the combined total cost.

Smith & Williamson are offering a range of free reviews to growth businesses and their owners, from road tests to tax strategies, corporate finance surgeries and more.

Vodafone Business are offering a free BlackBerry Bold with a monthly tariff from £25.

If you are into database development then FileMaker are offering a free trial of FilMaker Pro 11.

If you want to find out what you own and how to use it why not use this free IP health check.

If you are searching for that new approach to secure the sale then Neil Rackham could provide the answer - SPIN Selling.

"Get free access to a truly awesome gold mine of practical guides specifically developed to help all aspects of your business!" said Stuart Norris, Managing Director, Concentric Publishing Ltd.

This portal is designed to allow the sharing of information about existing contracts (Contract Store) and forthcoming tendering opportunities (Opportunities) across the 74 councils and nine fire and rescue services of the South East region.

Getting British Business Online (GBBO) is a joint initiative by Google, Enterprise UK, BT, and e-Skills UK to help small businesses create their first websites and help them understand the opportunities offered by the internet.

If you're experiencing cashflow problems and are not sure where to turn, how about considering factoring?

The Little Black Book of Online Business – 1001 Insider Resources Every Business Owner Needs by Paul Galloway.

First impressions count; whether you're a start-up, homeworker or small business looking to expand, a virtual office can give you a professional image for your business.

Onsite Insights offers best practice visits to some of the UK's most successful companies; by spending a day with another company you will generate new ideas and opportunities for your business that have been tried and tested by others.