Business Ireland Special Report

Could leasing with a full-service option, where all the ancillary costs are covered, be the answer for a small firm?

Kevin Courtney takes a look at some of the AI-powered gadgets which may not transform our lives but might make them a lit bit more entertaining

The stable political environment in Ireland, coupled with robust sectoral performance, suggests a positive forecast

With the green shoots in the commercial property market starting to emerge, the outlook for 2025 looks bright

Norway’s second city has much to offer the busy business traveller

Despite high profile claims, the maths don’t make sense for a renewed emphasis on fossil fuels

Sandra O’Connell takes a look a some fast slow and seriously stellar executive dining options

TV dramas such as Suits, The Morning Show and Succession have boosted the popularity of a corporate venue as a place of adventure

Sustainability has always been at the core of what EirGrid does, says company’s director of corporate services

The success of these firms is a testament to the supportive ecosystem for Irish start-ups

Gillian Harford, country executive with the 30% Club in Ireland, is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets

A whole phalanx of new names in the car market are poised to fight for Irish car buyers’ attention. But which ones are worth looking at?

Built at a fraction of the cost of its US peers, the AI software upended the industry

Outfits for festive fashionistas

Scaling up circularity would benefit Ireland’s economy and help us hit our sustainability targets, but moving in the right direction requires Government support

Tech leader Bivin Varghese tries to compartmentalise but loves his tablet for its mix of work and entertainment

Hydrogen power seemed abandoned in favour of electric but recent moves by car makers may yet see it get into gear

Irish space technology is delivering benefits here on Earth as well as way out there

From festive lunch in a five-star hotel to a turkey-and-ham meal kit delivered to your home

Business travellers can take the heat out of sunny Seville in secluded glades and cool courtyards

Sustainability reporting is becoming increasingly standardised and rigorous, but data collection is still a roadblock when it comes to Scope 3 emissions

New transparency regulations aim to reduce the secrecy around pay rates and structures

Edel Corrigan reports on Ireland’s prospects of achieving its lofty offshore wind ambitions

Having to balance maximising impact with building sustainable revenue streams, social enterprises have much to teach traditional business

Deanna O’Connor takes a look at the fun and potentially lucrative whiskey investment market

Frank Dillon runs the rule over the recently passed planning and development legislation and asks if it will deliver on its key objectives

These Christmas tech presents are versatile enough to tick a lot of hybrid-working boxes

Sandra O’Connell welcomes the return of an old favourite and checks out some new options for exec snacking and getaways

A big organisation can have a programme that seems impressive but if overwork, bullying and harassment are rife, who’s going to go to that yoga class?

BIK rules have made company cars less of a perk and more of a bill but certain electric vehicles present good value for money

Healthcare company co-founder Sinéad Crowther is old school when it comes to cash and photos

A balance between employer needs and employee expectations is still seen as important, with 40-60 per cent in-office attendance now the norm for many organisations

Employers will welcome the extra time the scheme’s postponement offers but they urgently need to grapple with its complexities

Accessibility and a wealth of options make London a great place to combine business with culture and fun

There are a good reasons why wellbeing at work offerings are no longer tokenistic and global spend in the sector is projected to reach €85bn by 2026

Phase two of SRESS is designed to provide support for community and SME renewable electricity projects

Despite recognising their responsibility, four in five employers are not investing in workplace mental health supports

Blouses are ruffling feathers in the office this season too, though the key trend piece is the wide-shouldered jacket

Culture of support, mentoring and leadership development is strong at pharma company whose shared goal is delivering better medicine

New resource is designed to make it easier for entrepreneurs to access grants, funding, loans and expert advice