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
Researching and developing Ireland’s engineering ecosystemSupporting Ireland's R&D ecosystem is crucial to maintain a competitive edge
At the coalface of global warmingWe all have our part to play in this fight but engineers are at the coalface when it comes to renewable solutions and energy efficiency
Sea change: scenery and surfing make Donegal an attractive location for workersEdel Corrigan discovers how Donegal County Council is working to highlight the county's allure to new business and residents
Post-pandemic policies will have to reflect people’s changed attitudes to work-life balanceCovid-19 and its aftermath changed our view of what it takes to achieve a good work-life balance. Policy-makers and employers might have to catch up, writes Sandra O’Connell
Developing skills to thriveHow Skillnet Ireland training helps businesses capture opportunities in challenging times
Public and private sectors pull together for clean energyIreland is making progress in its development of renewable power assets
Incentives see small firms take meaningful steps on the environmentA council scheme in Waterford encourages small businesses to make sustainable choices a priority
Climate crisis: We need to act now to avert catastropheIt’s a sobering headline but here climate experts and activists lay it on the line - there is very little time left to reverse the situation
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
Deal or no deal? Experts upbeat about M&A for second half of 2023Edel Corrigan looks at the prospects for M&A activity in 2023, with predictions from experts at the front lines of corporate finance
The Lighter Side… with Jim Deignan, chief executive at Payzone IrelandThe best business advice you’ve ever been given? ‘It’s amazing what you can achieve if no one cares who gets the credit’
Hard graft and strong support the secrets of film sector’s successAfter starting the year on a high note, the Irish film industry needs to take advantage of the momentum, writes Kathleen O’Callaghan
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
Good mouth health has become the less sexy side of dentistryThere’s more to dental treatments than cosmetic dentistry and whiter than white celeb smiles. Deanna O’Connor on the importance of looking after your dental health
An essential guide to skincare through life’s ages and stagesSkincare products available over the counter can contain active ingredients that a decade ago would only come on the basis of professional advice and people can overuse them
Industry agencies seek to reduce skills gap among SMEsMark Jordan, chief strategy officer with Skillnet Ireland, says research shows that SMEs need support in key areas of business leadership.
Resilience is in DNA of family business but challenges are uniqueSuccession planning is just one area in which FBN Ireland can offer support, its head tells John Daly
Planning and communication will help secure your farm’s futureAll parties need to be fully involved in any farm succession plan, as Donal Whelton, of AIB, explains to John Daly
Corporate sustainability is about thinking outside the box-tickingHow companies are embedding corporate sustainability into their strategies
The darker the shade, the greener the investment - but it’s a high barThere hasn’t necessarily been a drop in demand for dark green products. It’s more a case of some manufacturers are not being aware of how high the bar is for them.
Building a green portfolio is easier as supply finally matches demandThe growing demand for green investment products is finally being matched by supply,
Walking tour of Dublin reignites our energy for iconic landmarksMimi Murray joins a group of tourists on a guided walking tour of Dublin and sees her own capital city with a fresh pair of eyes
Marvel at the beautiful west coast and Wild Atlantic WayJo Kerrigan enjoys a walk through Ireland’s history and the spectacular scenery of its western seaboard
Exploring our heartland: Take a trip up the middle of IrelandLakes, laneways, castles and canals in the centre of the island – this is the hidden Ireland that you’ll be so glad you visited, says Jo Kerrigan
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
Someone to watch over you: The advantages of using a travel agent for holiday bookingsTravel agents can do all the legwork, including arranging the best-value accommodation, event tickets and airport transfers
‘The excitement and desire to travel are back in full force’Where are the best places to head to in 2023? Edel Corrigan hears from travel industry professionals
Venturing into the wilderness: The best holiday destinations off the beaten trackWhere can intrepid travellers go to really get away from it all?
Aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital books profit of €318mCompany strengthens position over last year and is in position to exploit aviation’s post-Covid recovery, says chief executive Listen | 03:09
Funding the fleets: leasing firms an important source of finance for airlinesIt is estimated that more than 50 per cent of all commercial aircraft in service around the world are leased
Decarbonising aviation will be a challengeHow successful with airlines be in meeting their targets to have net zero emissions by 2050?
Growing, growing, gone: pros and cons of raising private equity for businessesPrivate-equity investments can allow businesses to grow but founders face having to give up a level of control
Vendor loans can be useful but should be a last resortVendor financing can give rise to certain tax considerations that also need to be carefully considered
The rollercoaster ride of being a start-upIt’s not easy for start-ups to raise capital but Irish businesses are fortunate to have access to a good funding ecosystem
Is property investing worth the hassle? Many landlords are exiting the market, but the question is why?
Riding the crypto roller coasterCryptocurrencies can offer greater returns and of course the opportunity for greater losses
How do we rate when it comes to public transport use?Dublin is doing pretty well when compared to other cities of similar size, but the rest of the country needs to catch up
Switching a company fleet to EVsIt can be tricky with cost implications so businesses need to do their research
How retail has changed foreverStores need to look ‘Instagramable’ and offer an ‘unforgettable experience’ as retail moves towards ‘omnichannel’ trading, say experts
It can’t be a choice between affordability and sustainabilityRetailers also need to have accurate facts and figures to hand when it comes to the environmental impact of their products, as this is what consumers are demanding
Inflation poses challenges for retailersSector is also having problems finding staff, driving up competition for resources and costs
No size too small: Cybercriminals favouring smaller businesses in ransomware attacksWhile gold standard cyber defences may be beyond the reach of many SMEs, there are some simple steps they can take to protect themselves and deter criminals
A career in cybersecurityA third-level qualification in the fields of IT, networking, business information systems, law and technology or computer forensics is recommended
Open for negotiationIs it right in any circumstances to negotiate with cybercriminals and pay a ransom
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
R&D planning proving difficult amid global uncertaintyR&D in Ireland is becoming ever more expensive and there is a severe shortage of software developers
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
Google to launch Bard chatbot and add AI tools to search facilityCompany is going head to head with OpenAI’s chatbot Listen | 03:07
Fourth industrial revolution set to transform the way we liveArtificial intelligence set to restructure large sections of our economy and society in the coming years
It could be 2024 or later before OECD corporate tax agreement is implementedEven though the detail remains unclear, experts urge businesses to begin considering implications of the agreement now
Limerick for engineeringRegionally based companies want to be sure there are no constraints on the availability of talent
The regional attraction: Cutting-edge tech companies are settling in Cork, Limerick and GalwayIndustry clusters are emerging far from Dublin thanks to attractive locations that are now full of highly skilled workers
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’
Self-catering versus the hotel experience? The choice for familiesFor families holidaying in Ireland this summer, there’s a huge choice of accommodation on offer to suit your budget and lifestyle
Fintech sector continues to grow with lots of courses on offer to help develop careersUCD, the National College of Ireland and Dublin Business School are among the third-levels providing master’s courses in fintech
The power is now in consumers’ handsThe modern consumer is hyper-connected to their phone, which means they’re very informed and their expectations are set for instant service and instant value,
Blockchain reshaping businesses worldwideOne of the most significant technology breakthroughs of the 21st century, Blockchain innovation is outpacing existing business models
What will offices look like in 2032?We ask five commentators about their vision for the office of the future
How supportive is your organisation?Turbulent times and a growing talent shortage means attracting but also retaining staff is a major challenge for organisations everywhere
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