Managed Services

Managed ServicesManaged Services

 

MCB Solutions based in the City of London and North Essex provide a comprehensive maintenance and facilities service that supports the living building environment.

 

From the engine room at the heart of the boiler plant and the lungs of ventilation systems breathing air into the space, through to the skin like shell of the fabric and the power and light that allows the workplace to perform, MCB ensure that the environment is cared for to maintain a good bill of health in preserving the asset value.

 

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Energy

EnergyEnergy

 

Our expert consultants and project management team are readily prepared to engage in the development, design and implementation of the proposal. Our wealth of experience will provide the assurance and comfort that the project will be a viable and commercial proposition from the outset.

 

Our energy service is flexible and can be offered as individual elements or as a turnkey package providing energy monitoring and comprehensive aftercare.

 

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System Solutions

System SolutionsSystem Solutions

 

It is essential that our system solutions business maintains at the forefront of new technologies, system applications, government legislation and associated industry legislation changes. We have a multitude of manufacturer and distributor agreements that ensure we are able to present best fit for purpose plant and systems available.

 

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Project Management

Project ManagementProject Management

 

Our project management and contract team have substantial experience and competence in the delivery of building services contracts across the commercial and public sector segments. From new installations of air conditioning and ventilation systems, through to complex fast track data room refurbishments and upgrades.

 

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Weighing up choices before making vital decisions

Reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints is among the main priorities for the majority of businesses and personal individuals alike. Whether creating a new building or bringing an old structure into line with the latest technologies and government regulations, whether finding solutions to managing an existing system or installing a new system altogether, the project will involve careful planning.

This will involve carefully weighing up the various options available and comparing their benefits, advantages and disadvantages in order to find the most energy-efficient and cost-effective solution possible for the project at hand.

In a similar way, it is necessary to compare a wide variety of savings accounts before deciding which option will offer the best opportunity to make the most out of existing funds. One of the points to look out for is which type of account will ultimately offer the best savings rates.

The easiest way to do this is to have a look at a comparison site, where all types of possible choices will be listed side by side, making it possible to see at a glance what is on offer and how each option compares to the next one in line.

It can be safely said that for most individuals, an ISA will probably represent the best possible solution to saving requirements. Individual savings accounts offer some of the best AERs currently available on the market.

Naturally, it depends on whether an instant cash version with possible access to funds at all times is required, or whether it is possible to lock funds away for a specific amount of time. The best AER found on instant cash versions, for instance, is currently 3.1 per cent. It should, however, be noted that this is an introductory rate, which will change after a year.

This particular offer also carries a rather high minimum investment. The next best offer carries a rate of 3.05 per cent and the minimum deposit is £1, which makes life a lot easier for most individuals. All of the individual savings accounts, whether cash or fixed term, do have a maximum on the amount that can be saved in them. This allows the funds accumulated to remain tax free, which is another bonus.

The rates offered on fixed term versions vary depending on the length of the terms and, of course, from one option to the next. Some of the highest AERs currently offered are 3.35 per cent on a one year term, 3.75 per cent over two years and a very good 4.5 per cent on an option over five years.

Minimum investments also vary, ranging between £100 and £3,000, with many of these options having £500 as their minimum deposit requirement. Withdrawals are typically not permitted until the end of the specified term. In some cases, it is possible to make a withdrawal, but a penalty charge, often consisting of a loss of interest, will be applied as a result.

It becomes clear that it is important to carefully compare the various choices and determine which of them will be the most suitable solution to meet personal needs. When comparing these options, it is also necessary to study the terms and conditions with care, rather than simply looking at the rates on offer.