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Bristol and Bath ranked UK's most productive technology cluster

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Bath ranked UK 's most productive technology cluster" /> Related Stories Bristol and Bath is one of the leading centres in the UK for technology businesses , according to a new report. And it’s the cluster of technology companies here is helping grow the region’s economy. That verdict comes from a Tech City UK and Nesta report published today . Nick Sturge, of director of Engine Shed, which is home to many tech companies in Bristol, thinks the study is a glowing endorement of the impact the sector is making on the region. “ Tech Nation 2016 shows that digital tech businesses are helping power the economic growth of Bristol and Bath," he said. “Our specialisms in digital advertising, cloud, gaming, software development and telecommunications are developing the cluster a nationwide reputation for digital excellence. “As digital tech businesses are now enabling disruption across a wide range of traditionally non-digital industries will ensure the continued success an...

Still Made in the USA

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Home furnishings vendors old and new continue to make products in the U.S. Bassett Furniture While domestic manufacturing's best days are clearly in the rearview mirror, there is a but detectable resurgence in American- made home furnishings . HFN spoke with some of the best-known companies--along with up-and-comers--that are helping to keep American manufacturing alive . While the business entities are unique in their offerings, philosophies and operations, they share some distinctive beliefs. Whether it's a conversation with Rob Spilman, CEO of Bassett, with a century-old tradition of making products in the U.S., or Trent Mayol, founder of year-old SmartDeco, there's a deep confidence in the quality of American-made goods. " Making products in the U.S. has a unique connotation that you truly care about the quality of your product," Mayol said. "It says that you're not willing to sacrifice quality for the sake of profit making. And Americans should t...