Taxing times as reform remains high on the global agenda Taking account of recent global tax reforms, Ireland still offers a powerful combination of benefits, say experts
Solving the energy equationDelays in getting planning permission for wind farms has meant 2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction targets are in jeopardy
Top 10 US companies in Ireland: Tech sector dominates leaderboardThe list of US firms with significant operations in the State reads like a who’s who of global business giants
Can we trust AI to grant you a loan?Assessment of credit worthiness and health and life insurance risk have been designated as ‘high risk’ under the Artificial Intelligence Act
Apps and attitudes drive dynamism and diversification in Irish fintechConsumer demand and the ‘app-ification’ of financial services lie behind current trends in the sector
Strong jobs demand in financial services as sector growsA recently published study says buoyant financial services sector will need to recruit between 6,000 and 9,000 between now and 2027
Upskill to thrive in dynamic environment of emerging technologiesFirms must meet the challenges of a rapidly changing technology landscape by investing in talent development
Maximise your employee value proposition to recruit the best peopleOrganisations are working overtime to make themselves employers of choice – here’s how
AI will transform work but will it be an augmentor or a destroyer?Artificial intelligence is not meant to replace humans but to better unlock our potential. Can it?
Engineers Ireland is central to engineering success for Ireland IncEngineers Ireland is made up of people who are at the forefront of innovation in the face of the challenges we all face
Engineers Ireland: The professional home for all engineersEI hubs provide links and opportunities for members based in Britain and the North, as well as in the Sta
Conferring ceremony celebrates engineering excellence in IrelandAbout 100 engineers received professional titles at EI’s annual conferring ceremony in Dublin
Bridging the digital divide supports remote working and the broader economyFast broadband is essential for remote working but some areas are still not quite up to speed
New working arrangements offer a chance to move out of the cityYou don’t even have to move too far outside Ireland’s cities to appreciate the benefits of regional living
Are we about to see the end of the great remote working experiment?The Republic took to remote working more than any other EU member state – but how long will it last?
How Brown Thomas opened in era of upheaval and social changeThe duo who opened Brown Thomas did so at a time of poverty due to the Irish Famine but also of wealth – that of the emerging business and professional classes, writes Anne Haverty
Where art and fashion met: Pauline Bewick’s Brown Thomas connectionArtist Bewick’s daughter Poppy Melia discovered a treasure trove of commercial artwork for the department store
The winds of change: A thoroughly modern department storeWhen John F McGuire took over Brown Thomas in the 1930s it threw itself into the modern age with gusto, writes Anne Haverty
Re-turn sees can-do attitude applied to recycling single use plasticsThe drinks container deposit return scheme launched earlier this year – how is it going so far?
Ireland needs to prepare for life in a wetter and warmer worldWe must act to arrest global temperature increases while adapting to their inevitible effects, scientists say
Green energy growth a glimmer of hope amid worsening climate crisisFaced with record temperatures and dire warnings, the urgency of rising to the challenge by powering up renewables capacity is clear
Chamber’s challenge to help build a vibrant, competitive DublinDublin Chamber president Siobhan O’Shea speaks about her career and her ambitions for the year ahead
Why AI holds the key to accelerating the drug discovery processAs biopharma’s big hitters focus on AI for drug development, Ireland is well placed to be a world leader
Does generative AI threaten or turbocharge SMEs?Small business owners are increasingly reaping the benefits of GenAI but there are concerns too
Personal touch is key for small businessFamily businesses are driven by a ‘small is beautiful’ ethos, as leaders in the sector explain
The Godfather’s business lessons 50 years onThe commercial judgment and financial prudence of Don Corleone came down to ice-cool card-playing regardless of the turbulent times
Family Business Network seeks commission on public expenditureFBN Ireland says family-run businesses form the most stable source of State tax income
Set sail for Malahide, north Dublin’s popular day trip destinationSituated on one of the most scenic stretches of the north Dublin coastline, the village has top-class food, water sports a plenty and ancient history for all the family to explore, all on the city’s doorstep
Living – working and visiting – is all easier in sunny GoreyThe bustling Wexford town of Gorey is the gateway to the sunny southeast
There’s lots to do in Dublin 2Dublin’s south inner city is home to some of the capital’s most beautiful tourism destinations, is peppered with great restaurants and historic landmarks, and is a treasure trove of independently-owned stores
Shady business: The difference between light and dark green fundsSustainable investment has reached a record €5.2 trillion in the EU – but some funds are greener than others
Who sets the moral benchmarks for socially responsible investment?Measuring and monitoring sustainability data in standardised ways builds trust and cuts greenwashing
Challenges of building a socially responsible investment portfolioDiffering ESG and sustainability reporting criteria makes assessing a company’s credentials hard for non-professionals
Our decade-long journey along Ireland’s epic coastOrla Mhic Athlaoich and her son Colm have been cycling along the Wild Atlantic Way for five years, with plans to finish it by around 2028
Make 2024 the year you discover Ireland’s hidden gemsMarjorie Brennan reveals the highlights to look out for while exploring Ireland's Hidden Heartlands
Staycation in a world of pure imaginationMake the most of the Easter break by paying a visit to some of Ireland's finest chocolatiers
What does Guaranteed Irish mean in an increasingly globalised world?It’s not just about made in Ireland - it’s about supporting Ireland, chief executive Brid O’Connell tells dentsu’s Dave Winterlich
Marking 50 years of Guaranteed Irish – one of our most trusted brandsAhead of GI's 2024 awards ceremony, we ask what difference a Guaranteed Irish Business Award can make
Guaranteed Irish: How members are making an impact on communities all over IrelandMember companies such as Chapters Bookstore, Glenisk, Wavin Ireland, Donegal Bees, Fleetwood Paints and PTSB desire strong engagement with their local communities
Innovative instruments keep aviation finance flying highRise of green bonds reward environmental initiatives, such as improvements in fuel efficiency, with cheaper loans
Aircraft leasing – an industry almost born in IrelandVisionary Tony Ryan's GPA effectively become the mother lode that fuelled the growth and development of the aviation leasing industry to this day
How Ireland’s aircraft maintenance sector supports the aviation finance industrySignificant maintenance, repair and overhaul services on offer, but recruitment and retention of key personnel vital to success
The DIY holiday option is attractive, but what about when something goes wrong?Travel agents really come into their own when disaster strikes on a holiday
Taking the environmental guilt out of travellingWhile most people do not choose holidays based on environmental impact, industry experts believe that day is not too far off
Top destinations for Irish travellers in 2024: The experts give their opinionsPeople have finally regained their long-haul wanderlust with many off-the-beaten-track destinations on tourist bucket lists
Enhanced analytics among new indispensables of corporate finance The overarching trend in corporate finance is rapid transformation in a challenging economic environment
Going public: Flotation gives access to capital but has other benefitsThe fact that investors tend to target firms worth €100m-plus doesn’t mean smaller companies shouldn’t seek out the stock market
Business funding is available – but have a plan and seek adviceThe labyrinth of funding options available to businesses can be a challenge to navigate so it is important they prepare robust and defendable projections to illustrate repayment capacity and future profitability
An hour-long meeting is usually all it takes to set up a pensionOver one third of Irish workers do not have any pension coverage other than the state pension.
How to ensure your pension pot is being ethically investedOil, weapons and tobacco are among the industries Irish pension savings go towards funding – but it doesn’t have to be that way
The money illusion: Prudence won’t protect your cash from inflation Interest rates don’t match inflation but investment in risk assets can pay off in the long term
Will Ireland’s transport emissions shape up for 2030?Experts see car dependency and inadequate infrastructure as barriers to reaching our ambitious targets
Sustainable transport is coming – just not fast enoughThe trends in transport coming down the tracks and what impacts these changes will have on all of us
SUVs: Is the end nigh for Chelsea tractors, despite their popularity?Reducing the attractiveness of SUVs would make Ireland’s emissions targets easier to reach, experts suggest
Removing Friction: Bypassing grief for the ‘cognitive and effort misers’Friction is often triggered in retail spaces due to a lack of speed of service
How physical stores are fighting back‘With the power to buy whatever you want at your fingertips, it’s more important than ever for retailers to offer customers an experience that’s worth leaving the house for’
Let’s get phygital – retail is buying into tech to keep customers happy and margins secureFrom virtual shelves to augmented reality, the smart brands are doing it
Preparing to fail: Companies must take stock of their cyber security needsIn order to have a fully thought out crisis response for attacks, organisations need to be preparing for the worst to minimise fallout
The five Cs of cybersecurityChange, compliance, cost, continuity, and coverage: five things to keep in mind when planning your cybersecurity strategy
Working from home risks and how to reduce themEnsuring the organisation is protected while employees work from home costs money, however the cost is minimal compared with that arising from a successful cyber attack
AI has its strong points. Intelligence isn’t one of themIf the postwar computer scientists who conceived of AI had chosen a different name such as ‘applied statistics’, we would be spared a lot of confusion Listen | 06:15
Artificial intelligence not likely to bring about a net loss of jobsAI is expected to replace certain tasks within many roles over time and increase productivity
Seeing double digits: What happens when AI goes bananasAn unfruitful experiment involving art-generating AI illustrates why artificial intelligence applications need ‘health warnings’
Ireland in summer is incomparableNot everyone wants to be on a beach in a hot country. Some people prefer the lush greenness that you get with our climate
Foreign holidays are in demand, so don’t wait around for last-minute dealsMulti-generational holidays increasingly popular as people prioritise travel over other discretionary spends
What kind of accommodation is the best for couples?A key reason couples may choose a self-catering unit is because they want to bring their ‘lockdown puppies’
Researching and developing Ireland’s engineering ecosystemSupporting Ireland's R&D ecosystem is crucial to maintain a competitive edge
What more can be done to attract women into careers in engineering?With female levels of participation in the industry still low, Deanna O’Connor asks if enough is being done to encourage women to take up engineering careers
Building a bridge to support Ireland’s needsHow Sisk meets Ireland’s society and economic needs via transport infrastructure
Helping Irish enterprise to realise its future growth potentialReaching 25 years in operation has offered Enterprise Ireland the opportunity for introspection and recognition of the achievements of Irish enterprise
Celebrating the success and growth of Irish enterpriseEnterprise Summit looks back on achievements of Irish owned businesses over past 25 years and looks forward to continued success
Going all out on pampering at homeWith money tight these days and regular salon visits no longer attainable for many, these are essential kit items for home manicures, pedicures and facials, says Aisling Keenan
How to cope with disruptive symptoms of the menopause transitionSome tips and tricks to combat dry skin, insomnia and brain fog, to name but a few symptoms
Why new-generation brands are making waves in haircareBig volume curls are back but this time around the emphasis is on being kind to your crowning glory
Presenting Europe: new exhibition tells the 50-year story of Ireland in the EUA theme throughout is identity, and how our identity as Irish people sits surprisingly comfortably alongside the identity of us as Europeans
An Ghaeilge faoi bhláth san Aontas EorpachAistear dúshlánach a bhí ann, ó thús corrach go stádas iomlán rathúil ar deireadh thiar, a deir Pádraig Breandán Ó Laighin
How the EU brought about ‘rapid and profound’ social change in IrelandAcademics, lobbyists and positive change advocates speak to Rita de Brún about the EU’s impact on societal change in Ireland
Lero to invest €2.9m in postdoctoral fellowship programmeFunding to be put towards 16 fellowships Listen | 02:19
Increased spending on R&D to support sustainable practicesIn Ireland this spending spans a wide range of sectors as sustainability becomes an important competitiveness differentiator
Ireland a leading force in medtech revolution Digital health market is forecast to exceed €300bn in value by 2024
Reading to babies and toddlersLooking through picture books helps children figure out their everyday world and prepares them for focusing on the more complex symbols of language
‘It’s not what you offer, it’s how you offer it’: How to deal with picky eatingPicky eating is the a normal developmental phase with up to 75 percent of parents dealing with it at some point
First steps: Fun-filled activities for tots and toddlers Swimming, soccer or yoga classes can give your child lifelong skills - and benefit parents too
Put your symptoms on pauseNatural and supplementary remedies for the symptoms of menopause are becoming more widely used and available, but which ones will actually ease things for you?
Mona Eltahawy: ‘You have to moisturise your vulva every day’ The feminist author busts some myths about menopause in the latest episode of The Women’s Podcast Listen | 50:57
Home-grown international success storiesIrish companies’ success in Europe is built on strong cultural foundations at home
Culture the key ingredient in making somewhere a great place to workWhat separates 100 Ireland’s Best Workplaces from the rest? The data provides some valuable insights
Building meaningful connections in the new world of workBlended working can provide an opportunity to socially connect with team-mates