Upskilling for Ireland’s renewable energy strategy presents challenges and opportunitiesKey to success of State’s green energy transition is achieving a balanced workforce of specialists and experts in renewable technologies and support functionsThu Jun 26 2025 - 05:00
Sunscreen for an Irish summer: ‘Definitely nothing below a 30’People in Ireland, take note: the sun’s damaging rays can penetrate cloud. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family Wed Jun 25 2025 - 05:00
Bringing AI to bear on financial servicesEvolution of artificial intelligence means the shift from incremental digitalisation to full-scale transformation is acceleratingFri Jun 20 2025 - 05:00
Ireland’s northern coast blends luxury with adventureUnspoilt beaches and rugged headlands, the perfect backdrop for unwinding, exploring and getting togetherSat May 31 2025 - 05:00
Guided holidays are the perfect antidote to travel stressTravel should be enriching, not exhausting, so why not let experts do the organising for you?Sat May 31 2025 - 05:00
Next-level artificial intelligence has the ability to transform operationsAgentic AI could be pivotal force in navigating complexities of modern finance but strategic efforts needed to fully realise its potentialWed May 21 2025 - 05:00
ETFs: Why Ireland is European leader in exchange-traded fundsExchange-traded funds domiciled in the State account for about 73 per cent of the EU marketWed May 21 2025 - 05:00
AI has critical role to play as supply chains become ever more complexThe unique ability of artificial intelligence to rapidly analyse large volumes of data can deliver invaluable insights into unwieldy logistics networksThu May 15 2025 - 05:00
National effort required to maintain Ireland’s manufacturing edgeThe 10th National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition will be an opportunity to learn more about the latest innovations that will help our manufacturing sector to competeThu May 15 2025 - 05:00
Manufacturing sector takes meaningful strides towards sustainabilityMarket leaders are now brands that provide detailed information about their suppliers and manufacturing processesThu May 15 2025 - 05:00
‘Criminals are now using deepfakes to impersonate senior executives’In the current environment, appearance is no guarantee of authenticity, and trusting a familiar voice or face is no longer sufficientFri May 09 2025 - 05:00
Anti money-laundering efforts hampered by poor co-ordinationEducating people about fraudster dangers is key to addressing problem whose scale cannot be overstatedFri May 09 2025 - 05:00
Go like the wind: fast movement needed if we are to reach 2030 offshore wind targets Despite a Government target of 5 gigawatts (GW) of grid-connected offshore wind and a further 2GW of capacity for green hydrogen generation by 2030, infrastructure, investment and planning system deficits bedevil offshore developmentThu Apr 24 2025 - 05:00
Optimistic year ahead for M&A despite ‘Trump effect’ on world economyThe stable political environment in Ireland, coupled with robust sectoral performance, suggests a positive forecastWed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00
Family dynamic is often a key success factorNatural competitiveness motivates those in family-run businesses to never settle for second bestFri Mar 28 2025 - 05:00
Letting the customers know they are always right ‘As a small family business, one of the biggest things that sets us apart is that we’re not corporate ... we’re just ourselves’Fri Mar 28 2025 - 05:00
Culture is key to standing out in a competitive labour marketMoney still talks but flexibility, meaningful work and educational and wellbeing support are all ranked as priorities by prospective employeesFri Mar 21 2025 - 05:00
Break free from career stagnation with microcredsMicro-credential courses allow for study at an employee’s own pace and ensure the learning and awards gained are ‘stackable’Fri Mar 21 2025 - 05:00
Green tech a growth area as construction seeks to decarboniseWith sustainability targets now inbuilt at every level, technology is driving innovation in planning, processes and materialsThu Mar 20 2025 - 05:00
Values-driven investments are now delivering real financial returnsThe market and regulators are making it easier to maximise yields while reducing social and environmental risksFri Mar 14 2025 - 05:00
Green bonds: A powerful instrument to help fund the green transitionCopperfastening credibility has been a factor in the growth in popularity of bonds directed at sustainabilityFri Mar 14 2025 - 05:00
At top Irish businesses, staff wellbeing is the true bottom line Cavan’s Slieve Russell Hotel has appointed mental health first aiders and menopause champions to ensure employees thriveThu Feb 27 2025 - 06:00
‘There is no reason why every company can’t have a cancer support policy’Purple House Cancer Support hopes its new policy will be adopted by employers across IrelandThu Feb 27 2025 - 06:00
The days of the tiny mirror are on the way out. Digital dentistry is here3D scanners mean people can see their entire mouth instantly at up to 100 times magnificationTue Feb 25 2025 - 05:00
Advances in cosmetic dentistry mean treatment is more straightforward than everLatest techniques and materials are making ‘train tracks’ and porcelain veneers things of the pastTue Feb 25 2025 - 05:00
When cultures clash the results can be toxic Cultural clashes can derail even the best laid plans and so early due diligence to minimise the risk is essentialFri Feb 21 2025 - 06:00
Strong M&A growth fuelled by sector consolidation but political uncertainty prompts cautionIreland outperforms global M&A trends, with increased private equity-backed deals and a strong focus on tech, healthcare and renewable energyFri Feb 21 2025 - 05:00
US regulatory moves could see crypto move into the mainstreamDo measures outlined by the Trump administration point to a new dawn for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency or is it wise to remain cautious about digital money?Fri Jan 31 2025 - 05:00
The gender pension gap: Women earn 31% less upon retirement than menInequality ‘calls for urgent action’, not least because women live longer than men and so their pension needs are greaterFri Jan 31 2025 - 05:00
Talent shortage on the horizon amid booming aviation sectorAs aircraft leasing continues to grow and evolve, the industry must take proactive steps to close off looming gaps in technical, financial and regulatory expertiseThu Jan 30 2025 - 05:00
Production delays prompt crisis of aircraft supplyLeasing companies are undertaking critical shifts in strategy, including considering emerging manufacturers such as Embraer and ComacThu Jan 30 2025 - 05:00
The perfect wedding venue makes your vision of your dream day a realityWeddings are a journey so choose a venue that will go the extra mile to help fulfil happy couples’ desires for a unique occasionSat Jan 25 2025 - 05:00
Squaring the sustainability circle: How to lower emissions and still stay viable‘Do your bit for climate change’ can seem like a tall order for a small business but supports in the form of tools, grants and advice are availableThu Jan 23 2025 - 05:00
Down with devices: Get children off the internet and out in the worldFrom adventure activities in the great outdoors, to cultural capitals, Danielle Barron rounds up the best ideas to get children engaged with the world around them on holidaysFri Jan 17 2025 - 05:00
Workers ditch ladders to progress on ‘career lattice’Climbing the career ladder in one direction is a thing of the past; lateral and diagonal moves are part of progression tooFri Dec 20 2024 - 05:00
‘How do you know if your employees would love a carers support network, micro-snooze sleep pods or ping pong tables? Ask them’Using employee data can identify areas within the organisation where wellness is struggling, usually indicated by employee sickness, absence and ultimately turnover and poor retentionFri Dec 20 2024 - 05:00
Gender equality at work is about more than a level paying fieldInitiatives that support women in employment are key to retaining female staff and ensuring they can progress in their careersFri Dec 20 2024 - 05:00
Benefits over buzzwords – just where are we on the AI hype cycle?Experts believe the hype around AI is finally shifting to finding meaningful uses for the technologyThu Dec 19 2024 - 05:00
Corporation tax remains central amid uncertainty about US transitionEU policies should refocus on fostering innovation and enterprise, not add more complexity to the business taxation frameworkThu Dec 19 2024 - 05:00
Pick up some covetable clothing while helping a charity – what’s not to love?The St Vincent de Paul shop on South Great George’s Street in Dublin has a trove of gorgeous garments as modelled by distinguished actor Olwen FouéréTue Dec 17 2024 - 05:00
Growth in native pharma depends on nurturing a vibrant start-up ecosystemResearch centres within higher education institutions are crucial to foster high-potential spin-outsThu Dec 12 2024 - 05:00
‘To advance in life sciences we must be more ambitious and prioritise public investment in research’ Ireland’s economic success is due in no small part to the life sciences sector, but the challenge now is how to maintain a competitive position in the face of multiple threatsThu Dec 12 2024 - 05:00
Letting the light in on payNew transparency regulations aim to reduce the secrecy around pay rates and structuresWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00
Putting the fun in fundraising benefits charities and volunteersSuccessful fundraising events effectively combine enjoyment with purpose; bringing people together allows them to connect with causes on a deeper levelSat Nov 30 2024 - 05:00
‘Writing a Christmas card list makes you think about who you value. It’s a very mindful exercise’Millions of letters will be handled every day by An Post during the lead-up to ChristmasThu Nov 28 2024 - 05:00
Is the death of working from home being greatly exaggerated?While some companies would prefer staff to return to office, many acknowledge that attracting and retaining talent for fully on-site roles continues to be more challengingThu Nov 21 2024 - 05:00
Top execs are bullish about AI. Here’s how it’s already changing workThe pace of artificial intelligence progression means slow adopters may struggle to adapt to imminent advancements, say business leadersThu Nov 21 2024 - 05:00
Technology advances are driving a solar revolutionWith an estimated 65 homes per day installing solar PV, the uptake of renewables is placing downward pressure on the wholesale cost of electricityWed Oct 30 2024 - 05:00
Water: Ireland faces fresh challenges in safeguarding precious resourceAs extreme weather events pose more frequent threats, the quality, quantity and reliability of our water supply could be at riskWed Oct 30 2024 - 05:00
In a world of greenwashing, how green is your pension?Greening your pension is 21 times more effective than relinquishing flying, turning vegetarian and changing energy provider combinedFri Oct 25 2024 - 06:00
