Counting up the hoursMarket research analysis is a remarkably sophisticated field, and a leading company has found great success by basing its European…Fri Apr 29 2011 - 01:00
Tangled up in greenEnvironmental regulation is yet another cost in time and money for SMEs struggling to cope – and the latest EU diktat may be …Fri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
Micro-generation problems solved newCOOL POWER PRODUCTS: BUSINESSES, FARMS and households are turning to alternative sources in an effort to become more self-sufficient…Fri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
Food for thoughtHaving built up a thriving eco-food business during the boom, Sarah Flanagan is now finding the costs overwhelmingFri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
Sausages from the seaFISHPÍNÍ: Most kids will choose sausages over fish every time, but a new format may helpFri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
Mobile app is focused conversation starterSHHMOOZE: STRIKING UP A conversation with a stranger at a seminar or conference can be a challenge, all the more so if you are…Fri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
Simple skin analysis device has a beautiful futureMIRAVEX: THREE PHYSICISTS from Trinity College Dublin are behind the launch of a new device that analyses skin damage and helps…Fri Mar 25 2011 - 00:00
At the end of the line?Case study: Having made some classic mistakes in the financing and development of his business, John O'Reilly must now try to…Fri Jan 28 2011 - 00:00
Emerging artists get web boostYOUBLOOM: GETTING NOTICED has always been the toughest challenge facing any emerging musician or artist.Fri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
The Skype's the limitMOOZLER: ‘FIVE YEARS ago the main competition within the mobile phone business was other operatorsFri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
Create an impressionPresenting a professional application is important when looking for funding from State bodies A sloppy application will not necessarily…Fri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
When a manager goes badStephen Morrisey set up the Irish subsidiary of a thriving American company, building up a strong businessFri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
Real-time simulators for doctors coming upHAYSTACK : GIVEN THE choice, most people in need of surgery would opt for a daycare procedure over being admitted to hospital…Fri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
Video images show up level of vibration and strainCENTRE FOR INDUSTRIAL OPTICS : A WIDE RANGE of industries from aerospace to healthcare need to measure materials’ vibration …Fri Nov 26 2010 - 00:00
Time to transformScrutinise your business and then change your offering to take advantage ofnewopportunities here and overseas to survive the …Fri Oct 29 2010 - 01:00
How far should he go?O’Brien is very keen to break into the European market where better weather would offset some of the seasonality of the products…Fri Sept 24 2010 - 01:00
And in real life . . .INNOVATION IN ACTION: From a paint that can help fight hospital superbugs to a high-end coffee boiler, two Irish companies are…Fri Jun 25 2010 - 01:00
Team BuildingMASTERCLASS: At a certain stage, small businesses need to expand their management team, but the process is a difficult oneFri Jun 25 2010 - 01:00
Foreign AffairsEven if he could identify suitable suppliers in China or India, Kelly wonders how could he be assured of 100 per cent reliability…Fri May 28 2010 - 01:00
Give Your Product WingsMASTERCLASS: THE SMALL size of the Irish market makes exporting a necessity for growth-minded companiesFri Apr 09 2010 - 01:00
Competitive edgeARECORD 350 teams from the National College of Ireland and Ireland’s 15 Institutes of Technology entered this year’s Newstalk…Fri Feb 05 2010 - 00:00
Farming For IdeasCASE STUDY: In 2003 Eric and Charlotte Matthews set up their eco farm, a business incorporating artisan food production and …Fri Jan 08 2010 - 00:00
Make Eco FriendlyMASTERCLASS: As green-based companies move further into the mainstream, it is even more important to give good value to customers…Fri Jan 08 2010 - 00:00
Make Eco FriendlyMASTERCLASS: As green-based companies move further into the mainstream, it is even more important to give good value to customers…Fri Jan 08 2010 - 00:00
Farming For IdeasCASE STUDY: In 2003 Eric and Charlotte Matthews set up their eco farm, a business incorporating artisan food production and …Fri Jan 08 2010 - 00:00
Your company needs youMASTERCLASS: In a recession firms should open up, explore new sources of potential revenue and look to employees for ideas and…Fri Oct 02 2009 - 01:00
Clear WinnersSTUDENT ENTERPRISE COMPETITION: Clarity, team-work and good presentation skills are the key areas participants of the Student…Fri Oct 02 2009 - 01:00
Reva intent on attracting the massesELECTRIC CAR maker, Reva, is getting serious about its efforts to get more people into its cars – literallyWed Sept 09 2009 - 01:00
Are they being served?MASTERCLASS: With buyers slower to commit, sales people have to work harder and come up with new approaches to ensure they can…Fri Sept 04 2009 - 01:00
Survival InstinctsSURVIVAL - MASTERCLASS: Business is a tough environment in a recession but there are ways and means of making the most of a …Mon Jul 06 2009 - 01:00
Timely reminderIN THE early days of time management, the system revolved around keeping checklists and ticking boxes.Mon Jun 08 2009 - 01:00
Starters OrdersINNOVATION MASTERCLASS: Starting a business is always a risk but any enterprise that survives recession will be well-placed …Mon Apr 06 2009 - 01:00
Suppliers feel heat over costsTHE CRISIS in the motor industry is taking its toll on the automotive supply business in Europe and the US.Wed Mar 18 2009 - 00:00
Morale BoostINNOVATION MASTERCLASS: Ensuring the wellbeing of the employees who remain after layoffs is crucial to a business's success …Mon Mar 02 2009 - 00:00
Lonely at the topBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: LIFE CAN be lonely for the owners of small businesses at the best of timesMon Feb 02 2009 - 00:00
Success you can vouch forResearch and Development: WHEN ENTERPRISE Ireland introduced its innovation vouchers in 2007 they were dismissed by some as …Mon Feb 02 2009 - 00:00
A drive for changeGREEN ISSUE MOTORING: Electric cars are a no-brainer given transport and environmental concerns Two marketing students with …Mon Jan 05 2009 - 00:00
Start up greenINNOVATION MASTERCLASS: While their philosophies may differ, green and non-green businesses share the same objective - to make…Mon Jan 05 2009 - 00:00
Pulling at the loose threadsCASE STUDY : A combination of market changes has left a fledgling ethical fashion company struggling to keep afloatMon Jan 05 2009 - 00:00
An Irishwoman's DiaryAs spine-tingling experiences go, it's hard to beat being part of a large, mixed-voice choir giving its all in a major work such…Mon Jun 28 2004 - 01:00
NoticeboardTheCentre for Traditional Skills is based in the Old Railway Station, Lismore, Co WaterfordTue Apr 23 2002 - 01:00
Christ Church Cathedral to go onlineChrist Church Cathedral, Dublin, is setting up an online link for those interested in keeping in touch by e-mail with events …Tue Dec 11 2001 - 00:00
Museum's coin history tosses up a treasureHeads and Tales is the name of a newly opened exhibition at the National Museum of Ireland at Collins BarracksTue Dec 11 2001 - 00:00
Pastoral care for teachers at Mater DeiApplications are invited for the two-year, part-time MA programme in school chaplaincy and pastoral care run by the Mater Dei…Tue Dec 11 2001 - 00:00
Will Santa be bringing you a keyboard?If Father Christmas is bringing you a keyboard this festive season it might be a good idea to take a few lessons to instil good…Tue Dec 11 2001 - 00:00
Billy Barry children to perform at the NCHOn December 22nd and 23rd the Dublin County Choir will host festival of Christmas music with appearances by the Billy Barry children…Tue Dec 11 2001 - 00:00
Perennial pleasures in the Botanic GardensThe National Botanic Gardens runs an ongoing programme of afternoon talks throughout the yearTue Dec 04 2001 - 00:00