‘In times of political tension, aircraft can quickly become bargaining chips’ What the Russia seizures revealed about repossession risk - legal protections don’t always translate into physical recovery of aircraftWed Jan 28 2026 - 05:00
An essential ingredient for successThe biggest barrier facing SMEs starting out is the high cost of R&D in IrelandThu Jan 22 2026 - 05:00
The proximity principle: how organisations and individuals can overcome unconscious bias'Proximity bias isn’t a reason to avoid hybrid working, it’s a reason to modernise performance management'Fri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Hybrid working at a crossroads: Has the remote-in-office mix really had its day?In Ireland, hybrid is holding steady, with most employers planning no in-person attendance rise despite return-to-office mandates making headlinesFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Ireland’s record employment masks a growing divide While overall numbers are strong, recent layoffs have left some struggling to be rehiredFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
New attendance expectations are redefining Dublin’s office landscape Stronger return-to-office policies are reshaping demand and driving new workspace designs as employers seek collaboration, comfort and employee appealThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
How to strengthen our skills and talent strategy in an extremely competitive marketWith employment at record levels and digital disruption accelerating, employers must rethink how they attract, develop and retain the talent needed for a resilient economyThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
Unblocking the path to faster, more effective infrastructure deliveryThe State has infrastructure gaps, but funding is not the issue. Can new planning laws truly accelerate delivery, or are deeper reforms needed?Thu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
The new face of volunteering: What charities need in changing times As traditional forms of volunteering decline, charities are reshaping roles to match busy lives while still ensuring reliable supportSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
The changing nature of charity fundraisingExperiential events, corporate partnerships and digital platforms are reshaping how people donate and engageSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
Lending with a heartHow social finance is transforming Ireland’s community projectsWed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
Passing the baton: Key steps for business continuity Why early planning, clear communication and the correct structures matter for successful succession Wed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
A question of balance: Why Ireland’s regional hubs are essential for economic resilienceThe progress Ireland has made in developing its regions helps to balance the economy, reducing risk from over-concentration in one placeThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:06
Addressing Ireland’s talent paradox requires action across several areasWhat Ireland needs to do to meet the challenge posed by demand for skilled workers outpacing supplyThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:00
Back to the future for skills: Traditional graduate route is not the only wayUS multinationals are turning to apprenticeships, return-to-work programmes and accelerated training pathways to fill critical rolesThu Nov 27 2025 - 05:00
Tapping out: Water shortages threaten Ireland’s economic futureAs population and economy expand, tension is increasing between environmental concerns and the economic necessity of infrastructure upgradesThu Oct 30 2025 - 05:00
A quiet solar revolution: home rooftops and farms powering a renewable futureDespite cloudy skies, Ireland is embracing solar power. Private homes and farms across the country generate clean energy, cut bills, and help meet climate targetsThu Oct 30 2025 - 05:00
Governance rules push smaller pension schemes to consolidateEU’s IORP II directive has led to major changes in Irish pension governance, prompting a shift to master trusts and raising compliance standardsThu Oct 23 2025 - 05:00
Mobilising Irish pensions to support enterprise and innovation Irish pension funds hold €141bn, mostly overseas. Experts say even modest domestic investment could boost jobs, innovation, and economic resilienceThu Oct 23 2025 - 05:00
A lifeline on wheels for rural Ireland Connecting communities is transforming rural mobility, with more than 150 new bus routes tackling isolation and linking people countrywideFri Oct 17 2025 - 05:00
Innovation in women’s health: Ireland has the potential to lead Europe in femtech A new report states stronger support for female health innovation and entrepreneurship could unlock economic potential, address health inequities and strengthen the life sciences and technology sectorsWed Oct 15 2025 - 05:00
Age in the workplace: How multigenerational teams can give companies an edgeFrom combating stereotypes to sharing decades of expertise, Irish employers are learning the value of age diversityFri Oct 10 2025 - 05:00
Food and drink exports surge as changing tastes reshape the marketExports reach record €17bn, with dairy and whiskey among top performers bucking current trendsFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Taking the road less travelled to export successWith trade diversification no longer optional, Irish exporters are increasingly looking beyond traditional marketsFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Green finance is fast moving from niche to norm From green bonds that fund renewable energy projects to bank loans linked to carbon-reduction targets, this new wave of capital is helping companies align profitability with responsibilityThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Don’t accept the first offer – choosing the right VC partner is critical Venture capital is designed for high-growth, scalable businesses with innovative products or services; founders should look for meaningful support alongside moneyThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Backing the future – how venture capital is reshaping Ireland’s economyVenture capital is fuelling growth but we need stronger domestic players and more international investment to stay competitiveFri Sept 26 2025 - 05:00
Crypto is back but it’s an investment option that’s not for the faint-heartedDigital assets have re-entered the financial conversation but their extreme volatility raises the question: are they a suitable home for people’s savings?Fri Sept 26 2025 - 05:00
Ireland’s M&A market showing remarkable resilience in face of geopolitical challengesImproved capital availability and reduced interest rates contribute to increased momentum in mergers and acquisitionsMon Sept 22 2025 - 08:00
‘As our lives become more digital, cybersafety is becoming a basic life skill – not just a technical one’Taking some basic steps to protect yourself and your family against cyberattacks can help in the long runFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
Demand for cybersecurity talent in Ireland exceeds supplyExperts warn the industry faces a shortage of cybersecurity professionals and under-prioritisation of cybersecurity research, development and innovationFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
Many businesses are only starting to understand the risks associated with generative AI As GenAI adoption accelerates, experts urge Irish companies to focus on governance, training and trust to ensure safe and effective use at workFri Jul 25 2025 - 05:00
The fifth industrial revolution: Where humans and machines thrive togetherIndustry 5.0 focuses on integrating human expertise and creativity with the capabilities of smart systems and automationFri Jul 25 2025 - 05:00
Structural issues see State languishing in lower divisions of global energy transitionDespite vast renewable potential, the Republic’s sluggish planning, grid constraints and fossil fuel dependence have relegated it to 45th place in world rankingsThu Jul 24 2025 - 05:00
Amid a rise in corporate retreats, hospitality ups its game‘There’s a strong push to reconnect teams and drive meaningful outcomes,’ says Ger Alley, general manager at Killashee HotelWed Jul 02 2025 - 05:00
Getting the energy equation right Energy resilience is increasingly part of the due diligence process for international investorsFri Jun 27 2025 - 05:00
Bridging the skills gap: how US Ireland business partnerships are shaping the future workforce US firms are collaborating with Irish universities and training providers to build a robust talent pipelineFri Jun 27 2025 - 05:00
Filling tomorrow’s skills gaps today: how to plan for jobs that don’t yet existRapid technological and economic change means business success will soon depend on agility and innovation, while employees who commit to reinvention will be best placed for new opportunitiesThu Jun 26 2025 - 05:00
Irish companies are making waves in the global fintech spaceWith globally successful indigenous companies, and international players choosing it as their European base, Ireland punches well above its weightFri Jun 20 2025 - 05:00
Working remotely towards gender equityAre return-to-office mandates setting back gender equality in Ireland?Thu May 29 2025 - 05:00
Ageing gracefully: How the EU can accommodate an older workforceThe age profile of Europe’s working population is increasing fast, so policymakers and employers must adapt quickly and equitablyThu May 29 2025 - 05:00
Meeting the talent challenge How the Irish funds industry is attracting the best possible workforceWed May 21 2025 - 05:00
Passport to success: Ireland’s European advantageEU membership gives investment fund managers seamless access to the EU and EEA through regulatory passportingWed May 21 2025 - 05:00
When disaster strikes, supply chain resilience tends to trump costsIn a shifting global landscape the priority is to build supply chains that can bend without breakingThu May 15 2025 - 13:07
Shining a light on renewables in manufacturingRenewable technologies such as solar power cut financial and environmental costs at both ends of the supply chainThu May 15 2025 - 05:00
Can older office buildings compete in a sustainable market?With demand for sustainable office space rising and tenants willing to pay a premium, landlords face a choice: invest in costly retrofits or risk being left behind. But with funding challenges and split incentives, is upgrading older buildings financially viable? Thu Apr 24 2025 - 05:00
Building a sustainable future in commercial propertyWith the green shoots in the commercial property market starting to emerge, the outlook for 2025 looks brightWed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00
Digitalisation is no longer an option but a necessity for businesses seeking to thrive Implementing artificial intelligence a complex process requiring planning and co-ordination across the organisationFri Mar 28 2025 - 05:00
Construction careers: Opportunities across many areas of booming industry Volume of building projects means industry is experiencing significant on-site and off-site skills shortagesThu Mar 20 2025 - 05:00
Good project management more important than ever as sector’s ambitions broadenTech advances are helping construction firms to move away from spreadsheets and siloed systems towards more connected, data-driven operationsThu Mar 20 2025 - 05:00
