Auto-enrolment pensions finally arrive – here’s what that means for you
It’s been a long time coming, but the My Future Fund automatic pension scheme is starting in January
Business Ireland Special Report
Business Ireland is a quarterly magazine that The Irish Times publishes in association with Dublin Chamber
The lighter side: Designer Group MD a fan of drift cars, chocolate and a well-known steakhouse
Paul Nicholls is co-owner and group managing director of Designer Group
Fifty shades of autumn reflect the business mood
Warm, rich colours in burgundy, coffee and caramel shades make for a cosy season ahead
Out to lunch: Extraordinary food in exquisite surroundings, plus a taste of Downton
From Georgian Dublin delights to the Downton Abbey experience, we run the rule over some of Ireland’s finest dining options
‘Ireland is emerging as a leader in not just mobilising but utilising sustainable finance’
AIB leads on transformational renewable energy transactions with highly specialised team
‘You can’t just put your prices up and say that you’re premium’
How useful is a premiumisation strategy in the face of US tariffs? Sandra O’Connell reports
Smart approach required to deliver National Development Plan
The ESRI points to a labour shortage, the construction industry says capacity is not the issue. Who is correct? The answer may be somewhere in the middle
New way of working brings more choice and better experiences to customers
The enterprise agile model sees Three Ireland’s 1,200 employees assigned to cross-functional multi-disciplinary teams, designed to deliver faster and better outcomes for customers
Employment law: Coping with an increasingly complex legislative landscape
Getting the basics right is fundamental to employment law compliance
Destination Vienna: Discover art, history and harmony in Austria’s stunning capital
There is plenty for business visitors to enjoy in this beautiful former centre of imperial power
More balanced model of industrial support may be beneficial
Is there a happy medium to be struck between support for foreign direct investment and indigenous industry?
Presidential suites: Where to stay when you want somewhere fit for a head of state
Luxury hotel suites designed with world leaders in mind, in Ireland, New York, London and Paris
Innovation in women’s health: Ireland has the potential to lead Europe in femtech
A new report states stronger support for female health innovation and entrepreneurship could unlock economic potential, address health inequities and strengthen the life sciences and technology sectors
When the cap doesn’t fit: Dublin Airport passenger limit is nothing to celebrate
We seem to have become obsessed with making the removal of the Dublin Airport passenger cap more complicated than it should be. How did we get here?
Upgrades planned for electricity grid in Kildare and southwest Dublin
The project will facilitate the integration of offshore renewable energy connections when they come online in the 2030s
Taking the alternative route to dispute resolution
Mechanisms for resolving business disagreements that don’t involve going to court can have benefits for both parties
Supporting the development of Ireland’s research talent
Entry to the Industry RD&I Fellowship Programme and the Enterprise Fellowship Scheme will close on July 15th
As tariffs loom large, few in pharma are willing to talk. The stakes are high
Our heavy reliance on multinational pharmaceutical companies cannot be overstated – this sector is critical to the economy
How to avoid an IT project debacle? Adopt a shared mental model
Boards often have the odds stacked against them, says Joe Peppard, academic director of UCD Smurfit Executive Development
Amid a rise in corporate retreats, hospitality ups its game
‘There’s a strong push to reconnect teams and drive meaningful outcomes,’ says Ger Alley, general manager at Killashee Hotel
A far cry from The Quiet Man: Ireland’s film industry has its moment
Audiovisual adds €1bn to Irish economy but sector’s contribution can’t be counted in euro alone
Family business: ‘It boils down to whether the next generation are capable’
Most enterprises start out as family businesses but keeping them that way can be challenging, Deanna O’Connor reports
Summer workwear for those rare Irish sunny spells
Consider cruising into a Mediterranean summer at the office with a stylish array of airy linens, cool cottons and relaxed tailoring
Showcasing Ireland’s capabilities in hyper-secure optical communications
Irish companies are developing real-time communications between satellites and ground stations
Washington DC: A major destination for Irish businesspeople
Washington DC has something to offer even the most jaded business traveller, Barry McCall reports
‘Visualise success and surround yourself with positive people’
The Lighter Side: David Walsh, executive chairperson of healthcare company HaloCare
Four restaurants for elegant summer dining
Sandra O’Connell takes a look at some tasty offerings from old friends and new
Retro gadgets of the summer
Kevin Courtney takes a walk down memory lane and arrives in the present day looking at a range of retro gadgets
Company car leasing avoids value depreciation in a volatile market
Could leasing with a full-service option, where all the ancillary costs are covered, be the answer for a small firm?
Smarter tech, but not life altering
Kevin Courtney takes a look at some of the AI-powered gadgets which may not transform our lives but might make them a lit bit more entertaining
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
Building a sustainable future in commercial property
With the green shoots in the commercial property market starting to emerge, the outlook for 2025 looks bright
Bergen: Norway’s gateway to the fjords has something for everyone
Norway’s second city has much to offer the busy business traveller
Returning to the glory days of oil is easier said than done
Despite high profile claims, the maths don’t make sense for a renewed emphasis on fossil fuels
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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