New Year Business Guide - brought to you by APL Media • Wednesday 14 January 2026


3


New Year Business Guide Welcome


we look at the threats and opportunities presented by last year’s biggest announcement: the Budget. It may have created a situation where only businesses with the ability to fl ex and adapt will continue to grow. We also cover the AI platforms to look out for, and address the issue of how to hire a truly diverse, motivated workforce. Living360 covers health, fi tness, travel, food and


W


wellness, as well as providing destination guides and recommendations for the best meals and experiences in London. Take time to sign up to our newsletter, which you’ll fi nd via the QR code on the right.


Priya Raj Editor


New Year Business Guide is distributed with The Telegraph on behalf of APL Media Limited. The following content is provided by advertisers, and while every care is taken in ensuring the content complies with the Advertising Standards Authority and the UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing (CAP Code), the publishers assume no responsibility in the effect rising therefrom, and readers are advised to seek professional advice before acting on any information. Neither APL Media nor The Telegraph accept any liability for views expressed, pictures used or claims made by advertisers.


APL Media Limited, Highgate Studios, 53-79 Highgate Road, London NW5 1TL aplmedia.co.uk T: 020 7253 9909 E: sales@aplmedia.co.uk


GETTY


NEWSLETTER Sign up Scan the QR code below to sign up to our newsletter, bringing you fortnightly inspiration on the latest health, wellness and beauty trends.


hile 2025 was a big year for business, in 2026 only the most agile are likely to survive. In this edition of the New Year Business Guide,


Discover Living360’s latest campaign and upcoming event


Created to empower more women to pursue the health benefi ts of fi tness and sports, Living360’s Made to Move campaign focuses on three key barriers: training, nutrition and menstruation. The campaign, which launched


in July 2025, presents deep dives into each topic through a series of online features complemented by interviews with leading women in sport, including Olympic medallist Lizzie Deignan, professional sailor Hattie Rogers and former Lioness Fara Williams. On 19 February, Living360 will be


hosting a live online panel event: Move Through Your Cycle. Featuring two experts in nutrition and fi tness, the panel will focus on how women can feel their best at every stage of their cycle, as well as answering your burning questions in real time. Find out more at living360.uk


ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE How to support agile worker wellbeing


The modern workplace has undergone a radical transformation


Hot-desking, privacy pods and collaborative breakout areas have replaced assigned desks, while hybrid working patterns have made laptops the default work tool for millions who commute with their device daily. This shift towards agility and fl exibility has brought undeniable benefi ts for offi ce workers, yet it’s also created an unexpected health crisis: increased back, neck and eye strain for some workers who compromise their posture across new work environments. As employees move between shared desks and collaborative


spaces throughout the day, carrying ergonomic accessories can become impractical. The result is a troubling choice between convenience and wellbeing, with many workers defaulting to compromised postures that can accumulate into chronic discomfort for some. Enter Lana, the laptop stand


designed by Colebrook Bosson Saunders to help make healthy posture eff ortless. With intuitive height adjustment that suits 95% of users and an integrated USB hub for seamless keyboard, mouse and power connectivity, Lana transforms any desk into an ergonomic workstation, without the clutter of extra accessories. Its fold-fl at design keeps shared spaces tidy, while premium materials and clean lines complement modern offi ces beautifully. The design philosophy behind


Lana prioritises both functionality and workplace harmony. Clean lines and soft radiuses create an approachable aesthetic that invites daily use, while the Forbo-textured platform delivers tactile satisfaction through premium materials. When used at workstations, Lana remains discreet beneath the laptop, enhancing task focus. When not needed, its fold-fl at design and small footprint means shared desks will appear tidy.


Lana is available from


Colebrook Bosson Saunders from 6 February 2026


Available in sophisticated


colourways that complement offi ce environments, Lana integrates naturally across modern fl oorplates, from private focus pods to shared benching systems and even home offi ces. Minimal visible hardware and organic transitions ensure the stand feels at home wherever work happens. Why does this matter? The average offi ce worker spends 73% of their


day sitting, and digital eye strain aff ects 66% of people globally. Ergonomic interventions deliver up to 10:1 ROI1


, and companies that For further information


Arrange your advance demo or mock up by emailing info@cbsproducts.co.uk


1. SOURCE: HELLER-ONO, A., 2014 ‘A PROSPECTIVE STUDY OF A MACRO ERGONOMICS PROCESS OVER FIVE YEARS DEMONSTRATES SIGNIFICANT PREVENTION OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS RESULTING IN PROJECTED SAVINGS 2. SOURCE: THE ECONOMIST IMPACT REPORT. REWRITING THE RULES: BUILDING A HEALTHY HYBRID WORKPLACE. 2022


prioritise wellbeing see 59% higher retention2


. Lana isn’t just a stand,


it’s a statement that health and productivity go hand in hand.


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28