Why trust-led leadership is central to Chadwicks’ growth strategy Chadwicks CEO Patrick Atkinson explains how culture, communication and trust from the top have supported integration, growth and strong retention Thu Feb 26 2026 - 05:00
Why maintaining trust becomes harder as organisations grow and scaleAs businesses expand, sustaining trust and culture becomes more complex, requiring clear leadership, consistent values and strong communicationThu Feb 26 2026 - 05:00
Structural strengths drive Ireland’s M&A outperformanceRobustness in energy and utilities, pharmaceuticals and biotech, and financial services accounted for many of 2025’s largest dealsFri Feb 20 2026 - 05:00
Growing the value of a business takes timePost-acquisition success hinges on more than just operational alignment – it’s about creating a cohesive integration cultureFri Feb 20 2026 - 05:00
Voluntary attrition spikes during mergers – here’s how to retain talent‘A high turnover of staff is something which a buyer will be wary of’Fri Feb 20 2026 - 05:00
Harnessing the power of AI to reinvent businessesIrish are businesses lagging behind international firms when it comes to AI adoption. What’s holding them up?Thu Feb 19 2026 - 05:00
Regulation can be a catalyst for innovationIrish businesses can turn compliance into a competitive advantage instead of seeing regulatory change as a hurdleThu Feb 19 2026 - 05:00
MRO squeeze opens door for Ireland as global aviation demand surgesAircraft shortages are driving booming demand for maintenance and engine repair, creating a major opportunity for Ireland’s quality-led MRO sectorWed Jan 28 2026 - 05:00
High-flyers: Talent remains the key asset in Ireland’s aviation finance sectorMergers among global lessors are narrowing leadership structures, increasing senior churn and reinforcing Ireland’s role as a centre for aviation finance decision makingWed Jan 28 2026 - 05:00
Oiling the wheels of commerceOptimal funding route depends on an SME's financial profile, stage of maturity, and intended use of fundsThu Jan 22 2026 - 05:00
Competing for skills and talentSMEs can differentiate themselves by highlighting flexibility, opportunities to build something from scratch and creative environments where innovation can flourishThu Jan 22 2026 - 05:00
Increase in over-65s staying in work signals shift in retirement trendsWhether by choice or financial necessity, staying in work until 70 or older is becoming the new normalFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
New research shows employees want more when it comes to wellbeing supportIbec Keep'sWell survey reveals rising expectations around workplace wellbeing, with hybrid work now essential and stress-management skills in high demandFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Younger workers still prioritise purpose despite ESG rollbacksAs some firms dilute sustainability goals, younger candidates continue to seek values alignment, giving purpose-driven organisations an edgeFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Strong demand across the board for the right skills Engineering proves to be a resilient career, with a global shortage increasing opportunities, while demand for cybersecurity and data centre expertise is also upFri Dec 19 2025 - 05:00
Global turbulence fails to shake Irish exportersOptimism abounds despite shifting sands and increasing complexity in global trade tariffs and supply chainsThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
M&A market ‘robust’ in 2025 as Irish economy continues to tick a lot of boxesDeal volume is up in the first three quarters of 2025 and the outlook is optimisticThu Dec 18 2025 - 05:00
Unlocking the AI opportunity in the life sciences value chainStrategic leadership, scaling the talent pipeline and regulatory sandboxes are all key, but must be underpinned by digital and energy infrastructureFri Dec 12 2025 - 05:00
Purpose, values and flexible working hours: how the charity sector competes for talentAs organisations struggle to match public-sector wages, especially in Section 39 roles, charities depend on purpose-driven staff and flexible work practices to retain talentSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
Doing more with less amid rising levels of poverty and homelessnessDespite a strong economy, charities in Ireland face incrcreased pressure as demand for their services and support growsSat Dec 06 2025 - 05:00
Making offices fit for work and collaborationThoughtful office design can make the return to office all the more appealing, but also constructive when it fosters collaborationWed Dec 03 2025 - 11:40
Sobering times for the Irish drinks industry How to sell more when people are drinking less. Sandra O’Connell reportsWed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
Deck the halls with deliciousness: Dining and gifting options for Christmas and beyond Savour great food this festive season or give someone the present of a luxury treatWed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
Radiance wrapped up: Irish skincare and beauty gift ideas for ChristmasThere are lots of amazing home-grown cosmetics and skin-kind brands to choose fromWed Dec 03 2025 - 05:00
Nothing says you care like a hand-crafted Christmas gift – but that doesn’t mean you have to make itNothing says you care as much as a hand-crafted gift – and that doesn’t mean made by you. As a crafty nation, there’s no shortage of beautifully designed options this ChristmasTue Dec 02 2025 - 05:00
‘A compelling offering’: Why Ireland is the ideal US-EU business bridgeIreland is seen as perfectly placed for US multinationals seeking access to EuropeThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:14
Creating a cutting-edge research ecosystem that companies can to tap intoIndustry-academic collaboration is a cornerstone of Ireland’s R&D ecosystemThu Nov 27 2025 - 06:11
Irish companies making a splash on the other side of the AtlanticSmall firms among the 800 Irish-owned businesses that employ more than 200,000 people across all 50 US statesThu Nov 27 2025 - 05:00
‘Once you have perfected your product it’s vital to standardise your recipes’From scratch, Sandra O’Connell uncovers the recipe for success in food businessFri Oct 31 2025 - 05:00
The Blas effect: the little sticker that boosts businessWinning at Blas na hÉireann isn’t just a seal of approval for your product, it’s an engine of growth for your business, writes Sandra O’ConnellFri Oct 31 2025 - 05:00
Powering the future: green transition is creating new skills demandShift from fossil fuels to renewables is creating demand for technical and soft skills alike — from offshore wind expertise to sustainability strategyThu Oct 30 2025 - 05:00
Ireland’s €26bn climate gamble risks far greater environmental costMissing 2030 climate targets could cost Ireland €26bn—but the true price may be irreversible damage to the planet, writes Sandra O’Connell Thu Oct 30 2025 - 05:00
Auto-enrolment expands pension coverage – but leaves 350,000 self-employed behindThe self-employed – excluded from the My Future Fund scheme’s generous State contributions – face the same old challenge: funding retirement aloneThu Oct 23 2025 - 05:00
Pension planning: Take risk, reward and the inflation trap into accountVolatility and risk are often confused – but knowing the difference is crucial when investing your pension pot for long-term retirement incomeThu Oct 23 2025 - 05:00
Will MetroLink’s benefits for Dublin outweigh the cost and disruption? ‘Certainly’With its 15 stations, high capacity and €23bn price tag, Dublin’s long-awaited MetroLink will transform transport in the cityFri Oct 17 2025 - 05:00
EV fleet switch makes financial sense when you look beyond upfront costFleet managers eyeing electric vehicles must consider total cost of ownership, including fuel and maintenance savings, not just sticker priceFri Oct 17 2025 - 05:00
Cutting your energy bills: Home upgrades that pay offOver time, even small changes can add up, and big upfront investments do pay for themselves, writes Sandra O’Connell Thu Oct 16 2025 - 10:56
‘You can’t just put your prices up and say that you’re premium’How useful is a premiumisation strategy in the face of US tariffs? Sandra O’Connell reportsWed Oct 15 2025 - 05:00
Out to lunch: Extraordinary food in exquisite surroundings, plus a taste of DowntonFrom Georgian Dublin delights to the Downton Abbey experience, we run the rule over some of Ireland’s finest dining optionsWed Oct 15 2025 - 05:00
‘I could see potential was being missed by organisations that were not being inclusive’DEI delivers, helping to deepen the talent pool for employers and allowing more people to maximise their capabilitiesFri Oct 10 2025 - 05:00
Innovation underpins Irish success in everything from offshore turbines to pharmaWorld-beating track record means we have the capacity to lead in the science of next-generation medicine developmentFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Connectivity counts: Why our seaports and airports are crucial economic assetsRemoving Dublin Airport’s passenger cap plus a renewed focus on port infrastructure are key steps to bolstering competitivenessFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Out of the valley of death: Raising the capital to get to market Pre-seed funding options for early stage start-ups Thu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
‘Let excess cash boost your bottom line and strengthen your firm’s financial position’Effective cash flow management lays the groundwork for long term stability and successThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
Facilitating future growth: Could pension funds plug the scaling finance gap? Resilience and adaptability of Irish business pay off handsomely in turbulent times but investment needed to boost SME growthThu Oct 02 2025 - 05:00
It pays to have a financial plan for every stage of lifeFrom paying off loans to saving for a wedding, financial planning makes sense no matter who you areFri Sept 26 2025 - 15:52
Playing the percentage game to assess your risk appetite You win some, you lose some; but how many hits are you prepared to take? Fri Sept 26 2025 - 05:00
Why is Ireland’s hospitality industry feeling taken for granted?Despite our unique tourism offer the sector faces many challenges, including rising costs, falling revenue and uncertainty over VATSun Sept 21 2025 - 08:00
‘A cybersecurity practitioner must adopt a continuous learning mindset, consistently upskilling’With new technologies, threats and vulnerabilities emerging regularly, knowledge quickly becomes outdated Fri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
‘Often it’s not the cyberattack that does the damage, it’s how you respond’When the worst happens, preparation key to ensuring the fix isn’t worse than the problemFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:00
