ETFs: Why Ireland is European leader in exchange-traded funds
Exchange-traded funds domiciled in the State account for about 73 per cent of the EU market
Next-level artificial intelligence has the ability to transform operations
Agentic AI could be pivotal force in navigating complexities of modern finance but strategic efforts needed to fully realise its potential
National effort required to maintain Ireland’s manufacturing edge
The 10th National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition will be an opportunity to learn more about the latest innovations that will help our manufacturing sector to compete
AI has critical role to play as supply chains become ever more complex
The unique ability of artificial intelligence to rapidly analyse large volumes of data can deliver invaluable insights into unwieldy logistics networks
Manufacturing sector takes meaningful strides towards sustainability
Market leaders are now brands that provide detailed information about their suppliers and manufacturing processes
‘Criminals are now using deepfakes to impersonate senior executives’
In the current environment, appearance is no guarantee of authenticity, and trusting a familiar voice or face is no longer sufficient
Anti money-laundering efforts hampered by poor co-ordination
Educating people about fraudster dangers is key to addressing problem whose scale cannot be overstated
Go like the wind: fast movement needed if we are to reach 2030 offshore wind targets
Despite a Government target of 5 gigawatts (GW) of grid-connected offshore wind and a further 2GW of capacity for green hydrogen generation by 2030, infrastructure, investment and planning system deficits bedevil offshore development
Optimistic year ahead for M&A despite ‘Trump effect’ on world economy
The stable political environment in Ireland, coupled with robust sectoral performance, suggests a positive forecast
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’
Break free from career stagnation with microcreds
Micro-credential courses allow for study at an employee’s own pace and ensure the learning and awards gained are ‘stackable’
Culture is key to standing out in a competitive labour market
Money still talks but flexibility, meaningful work and educational and wellbeing support are all ranked as priorities by prospective employees
Green tech a growth area as construction seeks to decarbonise
With sustainability targets now inbuilt at every level, technology is driving innovation in planning, processes and materials
Green bonds: A powerful instrument to help fund the green transition
Copperfastening credibility has been a factor in the growth in popularity of bonds directed at sustainability