Member Support

WE HAVE CREATED VALUABLE SUPPORT ACROSS ARANGE OF AREAS TO SUPPORT OUR MEMBERS

Grabbing an opportunity with both hands we have been working hard over the past year to provide you with some valuable resources to help you to grow and prosper!

As we were not able to host face to face events, we have been holding regular consultations with members, board members and sponsors, where we discussed new ways that BITA can support our community. We then spent 2020 and 2021 developing these ideas and working hard to support the growth of our incredible business community.

By teaming up with innovative and dedicated members and supporters of BITA, we have developed a new area of our website: Business Support. Instead of resources being spread across the website, we have condensed them into one easyto-access area and created new sections where we can offer materials, resources and access to help make managing your business as smooth as possible.

In our Business Support Section, you will find our innovative HR Hub, Mentor/Specialist Hub, Procurement Hub, Resources Hub, Training Hub and we will soon be adding a Wellbeing Hub.

HR Hub

This wonderful resource has got us quite excited! We did a soft launch at the end of June 2021, and by now we are positive that you have all checked your emails and signed into the website. For those that haven’t, what are you waiting for?

BITA members and HR specialists, Practical HR, have developed an outstanding HR site for our members and stocked it full of everything you need to manage your teams. From template application forms and every employment policy you could wish for, to helpful tips on how to deal with performance issues, the BITA HR Hub is there to support your and your HR department (if you have one).

Members of BITA can access around 40% of the resources as part of their BITA membership. Should you want to extend this, you can take advantage pf BITA+ membership for a small extra cost which will provide you with total access for you and your company for the life of your BITA membership.

Policies on sickness, how to conduct interviews, pregnancy policies, redundancy procedures and much more are all available to download from this site, many included in the standard BITA membership. This is a valuable and much-needed resource that our members can turn to again and again during their periods of recovery and growth.

Training Hub

Working with MyKademy, we have set up the BITA Training Hub that offers both pre-recorded and live training. The pre-recorded videos cover a range of topics, from ROSPA certified electrical safety and working at heights, to GDPR and HS1 construction.

From only £30 per course, the BITA Training Hub can connect you and your staff with experts that will help them learn and develop. The ROSPA certified courses and HS1 Construction are excellent resources for our construction members, but there are also courses on wellbeing, grief management, GDPR for board members and a lot more.

Mentor/Specialist Hub

Last year BITA created an online portal that offers access to mentors and specialists. So far, we have had 26 members and board members volunteer their time on this platform, with more coming forward all the time. Initially aimed at members of BITAx, this is an excellent resource for all our members, and we encourage you to take a look at the expertise and experience on offer.

As the title indicates, this is also where you can find specialists in a broad range of subjects. Whereas a mentor will be on hand to develop meaningful relationships over time, our specialists are experts in their fields and are available to answer one off questions or have quick conversations about their specialism.

Want to ask a recruitment question? Bridie Cunningham is on hand to help with her mobile number and email address. Or if you have a confidence conundrum, Will Polston may be able to offer some insight. From logistics to finance, we have a wide range of specialists that have volunteered to help our members, for free. Make use of this incredible resource!

Procurement Hub

BITA’s Procurement Hub is a powerful opportunity for our members to work with new clients, suppliers and collaborators. You will see that businesses can post an opportunity or advertise a service, and we recommend that you keep up to date, with many only appearing for a limited time.

Whether you want to put a job out for tender, attract new suppliers or job applicants, or want to promote your service, this is an excellent resource that connects suppliers with buyers.

Resources Hub

The resources area is where you will find useful videos, downloadable PDFs and more that will help you manage your business plans. There is a wide variety available, from tips for effective presentations, to legal updates, financial reviews and more.

If there is a resource that your business needs, that can’t be found here or in any of our other Hubs, please contact Laura@btia.ie directly, who will do her best to source the right resources for you.

Wellbeing Hub

Our wellbeing hub is currently in development with our specialist members including Life on Time, Wake up with Zest and DBC Health Retreats, with the intention to launch in Q3 of 2021. This hub will be full of excellent resources and contacts to help improve your mental and physical health. It will also provide opportunities for you to help your staff with their wellbeing. You will find here resources, events and more to help you on your journey.

If you aren’t already taking advantage of our existing membership benefits of a free month of online yoga with the Yoga Factory for between 1 and 25 or your staff or access to Wake up with Zest a platform offering an abundance of wellness support throughout the lifetime of your membership, contact Felicity@bita.ie to hear what you’re missing out on!