Traditional bookshops are doing everything they can to fend off tough competition from online retailers and the growing popularity of audiobooks. We’re a country revered for our rich...
Medtech goes Boom
Investment and upskilling in a thriving medtech sector has resulted in the creation of several innovative Irish companies making...
Levelling the Playing Field
The “28th regime” proposal signals a major shift toward a truly “one market” future by 2028 In March, the...
Update on the EU’s AI Act
Small business owners need to be aware of new updates around the EU AI Act The EU AI Act is a landmark regulatory framework that...
Enhancing customer engagement
Jonas Breding at PayPal on why enhancing customer engagement and future-proofing go hand in hand Trust takes years to build...
How to avoid bad debts
With three in 10 small to medium businesses forced to write off bad debts in the last 12 months, it’s no surprise cashflow can...
Meeting in the Middle
Before engaging in litigation, businesses should look to mediation and independent intervention writes Deanna O’Connor. Legal battles are an expensive and stressful process to enter into...
For the Love of Land
Named Overall Winner at this year’s SFA Small Business Awards, Leinster Environmentals is committed to environmental sustainability. Managing Director James Loughran talks to Jennifer...
Strategise to transform
Aligning digital transformation with business strategy is crucial for success, says Karl Flannery. Navigating a successful digital transformation journey begins with a well-defined business...
National Enterprise Hub
Irish SMEs can now access Government supports easier than ever. A new free service called the National Enterprise Hub has been launched to help Irish SMEs find the Government support they...
Ergonomics at work
Could you be overlooking a simple way to reduce absenteeism and boost productivity, asks Carol Deasy. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 is clear – employers must ensure, as...
Shaken and Stirred
Named Outstanding Small Business at the SFA National Small Business Awards, Drinks Botanicals is going from strength to strength. CEO and founder Laura McCarthy talks to Jennifer McShane...
Investing in staff
Oral diseases are among the most common diseases in the world. The Global Burden of Disease Study 2016 estimated that oral diseases affected half of the world’s population (3.58 billion...
Understanding Statutory Sick Pay
With Statutory Sick Pay and Sick Leave entitlement days on the up in 2025, SFA HR Executive Zaynab Lawal takes a look at what employers need to be mindful of. Statutory Sick Leave and Sick...
Ar Aghaidh Linn
Ealaín na Gaeltachta supports the arts and artists in Irish language areas across the country. Its new CEO, Rachel Holstead, speaks to Deanna O’Connor about the new role and how she’s...
