The Standún story: Serving the community and supporting Irish businesses since 1946
As the Connemara store prepares to celebrate its 80th birthday, we celebrate its legacy and look to the future
Family Business Special Report
The Sweater Shop at 40: ‘Fast fashion is the opposite of our ethos’
For the family behind The Sweater Shop, a commitment to customer service and high-quality products are the secrets to four decades of success
Simple cyber steps can make all the difference
‘The bad actors are always inventing new ways to attack’
Family dynamic is often a key success factor
Natural competitiveness motivates those in family-run businesses to never settle for second best
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’
Mounting costs place further pressure on thin margins
As the auto-enrolment pension scheme looms, small firms need ‘a strategic roadmap’ to give owners the security to plan for success
Sustainability matters despite signs of flagging momentum
he reality is that all businesses will be required to decarbonise – think of it in terms of evolution rather than revolution
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 organisation
Open communication, respect and strong governance key to family succession
Ensuring a smooth transition from one generation to the next requires taking certain steps
Selling is the best option when there’s no one obvious to take the reins
The sale of a family enterprise can be a complex proposition, so planning and advice are key
Europe’s family-run businesses at odds over digital future
Being family run presents distinct challenges that can complicate modernisation for SMEs
Leaders think smarter in turbulent times
Sustaining business growth in a challenging marketplace requires a robust, efficient strategy, say leading professional advisers
Partnership puts business on a solid foundation
Even the most single-minded entrepreneur benefits from a second opinion, business owners and professional advisors tell John Daly
Cybercrime a major threat to small businesses
With digital crime on the rise, SMEs underestimate the need to invest in cybersecurity at their peril
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Stardust
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices