Technology now underpinning most stages of purchasing journey
Everything from houses to pets now has some form of technology underpinning the purchasing journey
Bringing in the professionals to deal with a crisis
The first thing companies need to do is ascertain that it is actually a crisis, and not a blip
Defend against cyberattacks without breaking the bank
Simple protection, including multi-factor authentication, regular infrastructure scanning, encryption and education, doesn’t have to cost a lot
Before and after AI
Artificial intelligence brings many benefits - but also risks that must be mastered
Shining a light into the black box
Algorithmic or ‘coder’ bias can give rise to prejudiced AI-informed decisions and, thus, to unfairness
Strategic position as EU gateway is crucial to Ireland Inc’s success
Ireland offers certainty in an uncertain world for multinational enterprises, with many large US corporates continuing to grow their footprint in Ireland
Support and experience make Ireland a hub for emerging technologies
The legacy of tech firms based here over the past 20 years has created a deep domestic ecosystem of tech talent in areas such as cyber, digital and AI
Tech is transforming work. We just need to learn how to switch off
Connectivity allows us to work anywhere from any device but that doesn’t change employees’ fundamental needs
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?
Bridging the digital divide supports remote working and the broader economy
Fast broadband is essential for remote working but some areas are still not quite up to speed
Infrastructure, innovation and speed needed to hit renewables targets
Clean energy generation can only be scaled up fast enough with planning reform and investment, say business leaders
Scandinavian-style district heating systems should generate interest
District heating has been a feature of Nordic life for decades and we have the capacity to follow that example
For small firms a little debt need not be such a big deal
Smaller companies in financial distress should seek advice on repayment and restructuring options
Challenges of building a socially responsible investment portfolio
Differing ESG and sustainability reporting criteria makes assessing a company’s credentials hard for non-professionals
Provenance, community, jobs: what makes a firm Guaranteed Irish
Companies must show they meet specific criteria before they can use the widely recognised GI symbol