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Datapac launches Pathways Inclusion initiative to widen tech talent pool
April 26, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 5.85 MBDatapac, Ireland's leading technology solutions and services provider, has announced the launch of Pathways Inclusion, a new initiative which aims to expand access to technology careers through diversity and inclusion. With the Pathways Inclusion initiative, Datapac plans to widen the talent pool within the technology industry by targeting largely untapped talent groups. These include career-changers with transferrable skills and rich work experiences, and those seeking direct entry ...
Bugs Matter Citizen Science survey shows further decreases in insect numbers
April 26, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBThe troubling extent of insect declines has been highlighted once again by the 2023 Bugs Matter citizen science survey published today. The new report reveals that the abundance of flying insects sampled on vehicle number plates has fallen by a staggering 78% since 2004. The Bugs Matter survey, led by Kent Wildlife Trust and Buglife, is supported by a nationwide network of volunteer citizen scientists who record insect splats on their vehicle number plates after journeys. Since the f...
How floating solar could help climate, water, and energy goals
April 26, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.45 MBA new study from researchers from the Environmental Intelligence Lab led by Prof Andrea Castelletti at Politecnico di Milano explores the addition of floating solar photovoltaics (FPV) into Africa's future energy mix as a solution to boost renewable energy while minimizing ecosystem and community impacts. The study, published in Nature Energy, is among the first to explore the FPV at the continental scale, finding that FPV installed at existing major reservoirs could produce 20-100% ...
Salesforce announces general availability for conversational AI assistant, Einstein Co-Pilot & new Zero Copy Partner Network
April 26, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MBSalesforce has announced the general Availability of Einstein Copilot - the conversational AI assistant for CRM - along with new capabilities designed to enhance seller productivity and scale adoption of generative AI. Introducing new sales actions For 25 years, Salesforce has been helping sales teams find, win, and keep customers across every facet of the sales cycle - from prospecting and activity tracking, to forecasting and revenue operations - all of which can be tailored to you...
Geopolitical unrest generates an onslaught of DDoS attacks, according to the latest NETSCOUT Threat Intelligence Report
April 26, 2024 08:00 - 5 minutes - 8.13 MBNETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. has released findings from its 2H2023 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report that dissects trends and attack methodologies adversaries use against service providers, enterprises, and end-users. The information cited in the report is gathered from NETSCOUT's unparalleled internet visibility at a global scale, collecting, analysing, prioritising, and disseminating data on DDoS attacks from 214 countries and territories, 456 vertical industries, and more than 13,000 Auto...
ESB - One Giga Watt of Energy Storage Now Available on Ireland's Electricity Network
April 25, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes - 4.68 MBToday, ESB Networks has announced that it has 1,000 MW (one Giga Watt) of electricity storage connected to Ireland's network. This figure includes 731.5 MW of battery storage projects and 292 MW from Turlough Hill pumped storage power station - which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Energy storage facilities are connected across the grid, to both the Transmission and Distribution systems, managed by EirGrid and ESB Networks. One Giga Watt of energy storage is enough to ...
Dell Technologies Research: GenAI a Catalyst for Innovation Yet Irish Firms Struggle to Keep Pace With Change
April 25, 2024 14:00 - 5 minutes - 6.96 MBGenerative AI (GenAI) and AI will significantly transform industries in Ireland, according to 70% of respondents to the Dell Technologies Innovation Catalyst Research. Based on responses from 6,600 IT and business decision-makers across 40 countries, including 100 in Ireland, the research suggests that while there is broad optimism for AI and GenAI, the extent to which organisations are prepared for the rapid pace of change varies greatly. 71% say they are well positioned competitive...
Ireland Falls in Most Attractive Work Destinations for Global Talent
April 25, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 9.25 MBA new report released by The Stepstone Group, parent company of IrishJobs, reveals that Ireland has fallen four places to rank 36 in the most attractive countries for professionals across the globe to work. Published in partnership with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and The Network, a global alliance of more than 70 leading recruitment websites, the study titled Decoding Global Talent 2024, is based on survey data from more than 150,000 workforce respondents from 188 countries, inclu...
Huawei Ireland launches 2024 Seeds for the Future Student Programme
April 25, 2024 12:00 - 4 minutes - 5.77 MBHuawei Ireland has launched the 2024 edition of its flagship talent programme, 'Seeds for the Future'. Third-level students studying STEM subjects or Leaving Certificate students considering a third-level course in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) are eligible to apply. Seeds for the Future is Huawei's globally-recognised Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) flagship programme, the longest-running CSR initiative across the world. This program seeks to develop local ...
18 African Clean Energy Leaders Selected for 2nd Edition of ELEVATE Programme
April 25, 2024 11:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBGOGLA is excited to announce that 18 African companies have been selected to participate in the 2nd edition of ELEVATE, an Africa-focused investment readiness programme for locally-owned and managed off-grid solar companies, supported by GET.invest, a European programme which mobilises investments in renewable energy, supported by the European Union, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Austria. African Clean Energy Leaders ELEVATE helps bridge the gap between African compan...
Humanity's Biggest Gamble with Roman Yampolskiy
April 25, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBAI safety pioneer Roman Yampolskiy believes that artificial intelligence presents a challenge unlike anything humanity has ever faced. He says we have just one chance to get it right. A single AI model can cause an existential crisis, and there are already more than 500,000 open source AI models available. In his view, the AI arms race is creating an infinite range of possibilities for catastrophe. Roman returns to The Futurists to share perspectives from his new book, Unpredictable,...
60% of Irish consumers unaware about Impact of E-waste
April 25, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 5.54 MBAn Earth Day Survey by Swappie Highlights Urgent Need for E-waste Education as the World's Generation of E-waste Rises Five Times Faster than Documented E-waste Recycling As the world celebrates Earth Day, Swappie, Europe's largest iPhone refurbisher, has unveiled a dire need to educate people about the impact of e-waste. This alarm bell comes as a study by the United Nations reveals that a record 62 million tonnes of e-waste was produced in 2022, up 82% from 2010; on track to rise a...
Tech, MAGA, and Women's Rights: A Cross-Cultural Analysis
April 24, 2024 19:08 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this era of scientific breakthroughs, particularly with the emergence of artificial intelligence, one would reasonably expect parallel gains in women's rights and other human rights. However, as I turn to YouTube each day and tune into the news, I'm greeted by the spectacle of a MAGA clown of a former president, grumbling and blustering during breaks in his criminal trial. Amidst his rants, I can't help but notice how the rhetoric of his supporters often undermines the progress of...
Accenture research reveals nine in 10 Irish execs expect Gen AI chatbots to have an impact on their organisation's business processes
April 24, 2024 15:00 - 4 minutes - 6.03 MBNine in 10 (90%) Irish executives anticipate a medium to high impact to their organisation's business processesin the next three years as a direct result of generative AI chatbots, with almost two in five (39%) reporting it as transformational change, according to Accenture's annual Technology Vision Report for 2024. Accenture's Technology Vision 2024: "Human by Design: How AI Unleashes the Next Level of Human Potential", which is run across 20 countries and 21 industries, revealed t...
Striving for Sustainability: How you can make a difference in the workplace
April 24, 2024 14:36 - 8 minutes - 12 MBSustainability has become a central focus in many workplaces, especially environmental sustainability, with businesses striving to make their offices more energy-efficient or eco-friendly. In 2021, the UN reported that the tech industry was responsible for 2-3% of global carbon emissions and this figure is expected to rise in the future. Tech environments, such as data centres, use staggering amounts of energy and unfortunately, this cannot be avoided all that much. However, it is po...
Launch of 'Perfectly Located Longford' investment brochure
April 24, 2024 14:00 - 2 minutes - 3.67 MBLongford County Council has announced the launch of 'Perfectly Located Longford', a new investment brochure aimed at attracting businesses to County Longford. The brochure was launched by Longford County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Colm Murray, joined by the elected members. Available to read at LocalEnterprise.ie/Longford, 'Perfectly Located Longford' offers a roadmap to help businesses see how to successfully set up or expand into County Longford. Included within the brochure are in...
Experts advise Irish companies on good governance in its effective use of AI
April 24, 2024 13:00 - 2 minutes - 4.06 MBThe annual Guaranteed Irish Tech Forum took place with a panel of four female leaders in the tech industry with non-tech backgrounds. 'Unveiling Unconventional Paths within the Tech Sector' was the theme for this year's event and the non-techie panel gave interesting insights into why their backgrounds are key to the success of their roles in tech. AI is the hot topic in tech today and the panel see it as an opportunity for businesses but also cautioned against rushing into using it ...
Microsoft Ireland to mark Girls in ICT Day with live event to inspire participation in STEM
April 24, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 8.01 MBTo mark International Girls in ICT Day, Microsoft is hosting a virtual Dream Space event for primary school students across Ireland to inspire them about the opportunities unlocked through STEM and emerging technologies, such as AI. The unique event will be streamed live from Microsoft Dream Space and feature learning sessions delivered by two fifth-class Dream Space Student Ambassadors from Alexandra College, Dublin, to peers across the country. Every primary school across the islan...
Salesforce report reveals 95% of service professionals in Ireland using AI say it saves them time
April 24, 2024 11:00 - 2 minutes - 4.06 MBSalesforce, the global leader in CRM, has released the new State of Service report, sharing insights from over 5,500 service professionals across 30 countries - including 100 from Ireland. The report covers the priorities, challenges, and strategies shaping customer service, including how service teams are tapping AI and data to increase revenue, efficiency, and customer satisfaction amid rising customer expectations. Key insights from the research include: Organisations Lean into AI...
Making Sense of Chaos: A Better Economics for a Better World, reviewed
April 24, 2024 10:00 - 7 minutes - 9.84 MBWe look at this thoughtful attempt to dig into the complexity of real world situations and the attempts to make better models to understand what is happening around us and why. See more about the author Doyne Farmer here. Making Sense of Chaos: A Better Economics for a Better World, reviewed This is a challenging topic to do well. Models are always limited by their inherent nature, how many factors do you incorporate? How much data do you need, over how long a time period? How do you...
Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2024 Announces Shortlist of 30 International Filmmakers
April 24, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBCreo is delighted to announce the shortlist for the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2024. The shortlist of 30 filmmakers across six categories are awarded the unique experience of attending a week of special events at the Sony Pictures Studios lot in Los Angeles, including a workshop program providing unparalleled access behind-the-scenes of the industry and culminating in the Awards ceremony on May 30, 2024 where the six category winners, chosen by a selection of expert judges, are ann...
Techstars StartUp Weekend Women Dublin powers ahead!
April 24, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 6.23 MBSuccessful Return for Dublin's StartUp Weekend for Women "Why do we organize a Startup Weekend event focused on Women?" asks Leyla Karaha. "It's important to create a safe space for aspiring women tech entrepreneurs to kickstart their businesses." First event in 2021 In 2021, Leyla organised the first event, which was open to all, but the turnout was telling. Out of 15 pitches, only one was from a woman. Similarly, among the nine teams formed, only one had a mixed-gender composition....
JUSTTIP Flex offers next generation mobile tipping solution
April 23, 2024 16:00 - 3 minutes - 4.24 MBIn a move that is set to further transform the hospitality industry, Irish founded company JUSTTIP has expanded its offering with the introduction of JUSTTIP Flex, a new mobile tipping solution developed for restaurants, pubs, and hotels offering table service. The latest hospitality solution from Dublin headquartered JUSTTIP, co-founded by young entrepreneurs James Fahy (23) and Ciara Walsh (22), saves business owners the 11.8% PRSI liability on every tip managed through the system,...
Applications Open for New Food and Agricultural Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Programme
April 23, 2024 15:00 - 5 minutes - 8.19 MBUniversity College Dublin (UCD) today announced that applications are now open for a new food and agriculture innovation and entrepreneurship training programme, commencing this September, to be delivered by the University in partnership with Teagasc. There are only fifteen (15) places available on the 12-month, in-person Food and Agriculture Sustainable Technology Innovation Programme (FAST-IP), which is aimed at mid-career professionals. FAST-IP will provide participants with a €38...
Health experts across Europe make recommendations on implementation of the European Health Data Space
April 23, 2024 14:00 - 4 minutes - 6.13 MBEIT Health, part of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union (EU), has launched a new Think Tank report titled "Implementing the European Health Data Space across Europe" during the EIT Health Summit which took place in Rotterdam. The report finds that enhanced commitment, awareness, and collaboration are needed to maximise the full potential of the European Health Data Space (EHDS). Insights provided within the report are based on a ser...
We help connect commerce Rory O'Connor, CEO & Founder Scurri
April 23, 2024 13:00 - 2 minutes - 2.95 MBWhen this podcast first started in 2016 one of my first guests was Rory O'Connor the CEO & Founder Scurri. Four years later Rory appeared on the Podcast again, in early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then the e-commerce sector has grown and Scurri moved into new offices in Wexford town earlier this year. I caught up with Rory to find out how COVID-19 impacted Scurri and their clients, the growth of e-commerce, Scurri's new offices and more. More about Scurri: Scurri, officially...
PMI survey reveals 83% of project managers say AI lacks governance in sector
April 23, 2024 12:00 - 4 minutes - 6.72 MBA survey from the Ireland Chapter of Project Management Institute (PMI) has found that 83% of project managers in Ireland agree that the necessary processes are not currently in place to govern the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the sector. Despite this, more than four in five (81%) are using, or are planning to use, the technology. Conducted by the Ireland Chapter of PMI, the survey of 122 project managers was carried out to mark the publication of its new report;Artificial ...
Dell Introduces APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure
April 23, 2024 11:00 - 1 minute - 2.71 MBDell Technologies has announced the launch and general availability of Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure, a new high-performance multicloud file storage solution designed to bridge the gap between cloud storage and AI-driven insights to accelerate AI innovation for businesses of all sizes. Dell APEX File Storage for Microsoft Azure represents a significant milestone in Dell's ongoing collaboration with Microsoft. This powerful solution empowers businesses to unlock the full ...
Into the Metaverse, The Essential Guide to the Business Opportunities of the Web3 Era, reviewed
April 23, 2024 09:15 - 5 minutes - 7.43 MBBloomsbury publishing will release "Into the Metaverse: The Essential Guide to the Business Opportunities of the Web3 Era" by Cathy Hackl on Thursday, April 25th of this year. This publication comes loaded with insights for those interested in, or engaging with, digital business through the immersive medium of the metaverse. Into the Metaverse reviewed Overall, this well-crafted book comes across as highly structured, engaging, and also insightful in areas related to the metaverse an...
Rise Up: Innovation Unleashed! StartUp Ballymun is back
April 23, 2024 08:00 - 2 minutes - 4.02 MBStartUp Ballymun is back with a Panel of Founders under 30 Startup Ballymun is holding a FREE business event on the 24th of April in Ballymun, Dublin. "Rise Up: Innovation Unleashed" focuses on the example of young entrepreneurs" comments Liam Barry, of Dublin City Council, "and features a Panel of Entrepreneurs aged 19 to 27, the event showcases early-stage business journeys, inspiring others with their energy and innovation." Rise Up returns For more information, and to book your t...
refurbed and Fraunhofer Institute Unveil Groundbreaking Model Calculating the Environmental Impact of almost 10,000 Consumer Electronics
April 22, 2024 16:00 - 3 minutes - 5.05 MBrefurbed, the leading online marketplace for refurbished products in Ireland, has taken the next step towards ecological transparency of electronics with the Fraunhofer Research Institute, based on the findings of last year's pilot study. In 2023, refurbed commissioned the Fraunhofer Institute to compile a scientifically approved life cycle assessment for five selected electronic reference products, allowing for the evaluation of the environmental impact of refurbishment at product l...
National Broadband Plan passes 75,000 connections nationwide
April 22, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes - 4.43 MBNational Broadband Ireland (NBI) has announced that it has now connected over 75,000 homes, farms and businesses under the National Broadband Plan (NBP) to high-speed fibre broadband. NBI and Minister Ossian Smyth will mark the milestone at Herbst Software in Wicklow which recently joined the network. NBI will also celebrate another milestone as it confirmed that it has now passed 40 per cent of the farms and businesses included in the Intervention Area. In total, NBI will connect 91...
Google.org announces €500,000 in funding to improve access to AI in Ireland
April 22, 2024 14:00 - 1 minute - 2.66 MBGoogle.org, the philanthropic arm of Google is making €500,000 in grants available to help improve access to AI in Ireland - with a focus on those in vulnerable and underserved communities. As part of the AI Opportunity Initiative, funding from Google.org will support training and skills for workers who are most likely to be impacted by workplace transitions brought on by AI. Developed in collaboration with the Centre for Public Impact, Google.org's AI Opportunity Fund, is making up ...
Emerging Greentech Start-Up Wins University College Dublin's 2024 VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme
April 22, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 9.46 MBNovaUCD has announced SusBioME, an emerging Greentech start-up, as the overall winner of the 2024 UCD VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme. SusBioME is developing technology for use in the anaerobic digestion process to increase renewable gas yields from biomass. The annual VentureLaunch Programme, which is run by NovaUCD, aims to support the creation and launch of sustainable and profitable new start-ups emerging from University College Dublin (UCD). Renewable gas from anaerobic dige...
Almost 2,000 Summer Event Jobs Up for Grabs Nationwide in Recruitment Campaign
April 22, 2024 11:30 - 2 minutes - 3.56 MBAlmost 2,000 event-based jobs are now up for grabs following the launch of a nationwide recruitment drive to fill positions at festivals, gigs, football, and hurling matches being held across the country over the summer months. Leading recruitment specialists Excel Recruitment say they are looking for candidates to fill a myriad of positions, including bar staff, cashiers, waiting staff, kitchen staff, chefs, and cleaners, in various locations in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kildare, and Do...
UCD Centre for Digital Policy Unveil AI Video Series
April 22, 2024 09:30 - 3 minutes - 4.63 MBThe UCD Centre for Digital Policy, with the support of Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation Dara Calleary TD and Microsoft, today announced the release of a newly created AI video series to help build AI policy understanding and capabilities among policymakers, developers and others. Bringing expert academic, legal, industry, political and policy expertise and insights together, the five short videos provide a solid base for anyone interested in deepe...
Best Broadband Deals in Ireland - April 2024
April 22, 2024 08:18 - 1 minute - 2.58 MBThe broadband market in Ireland is now flooded with providers all offering a myriad of deals. We know it's hard to find the perfect deal that suits your needs, but we're here to help. We've teamed up with Switcher.ie, the free and impartial price comparison and switching service, to find the best broadband deals available every month. Check back regularly to stay informed of the latest deals and offers, and visit the Switcher.ie website to order one of these great packages. Best Broa...
H&MV Engineering wins AWS Ireland Horizon Awards
April 19, 2024 16:00 - 3 minutes - 5.15 MBMinister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Emer Higgins TD has announced that Limerick's H&MV Engineering has won the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Horizon Award at a ceremony in Dublin. H&MV Engineering was recognised for its design and construction solutions across data centres, wind farms and solar and battery projects. The award was presented by Minister Higgins and Enterprise Ireland CEO, Leo Clancy. Now in its second year, the AWS Horizon Award aims to recognise firms t...
Storm Technology survey reveals 51% of companies permit the use of AI but don't have policies in place to govern it
April 19, 2024 11:00 - 3 minutes - 4.5 MBStorm Technology, the market-leading digital solutions provider, has revealed the findings of its survey which found that over half (51%) of companies in Ireland permit the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) but don't have the policies in place to govern same. The Storm Technology research - involving more than 100 IT leaders and decision-makers across larger enterprises and organisations across Ireland - further revealed that three quarters (77%) say their organisation is concerned...
€2.2M raised to recycle nutrients from wastewater
April 19, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.4 MBA Finnish startup has developed a nutrient catcher that is installed in wastewater management systems. The wastewater treatment equipment is able to separate and collect all excess nutrients from concentrated wastewaters, which can then be recycled and sold back to the fertilizer industry, making businesses more profitable, mitigating eutrophication, and enhancing local food security. NPHarvest, a spin-off from Aalto University, has raised €2.2M to take its proprietary nutrient catch...
EU Innovative Entrepreneurship supports Seeds of Bravery
April 19, 2024 08:16 - 4 minutes - 5.87 MBA series of Info Days to better acquaint Seeds of Bravery applicants with the project's opportunities is ongoing. Recently, the Info Day, dedicated to the Business and Innovation Services and Innovative Entrepreneurship programmes, which offer grants of up to €10,000 and €25,000 euros respectively, was held. Seeds of Bravery The speakers discussed the differences between the types of support, the costs covered, and the evaluation stages. In particular, the Innovative Entrepreneurship...
Hacked, What motivates malicious insiders in business cyber attacks?
April 18, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 7.33 MBGuest post by Dr Jessica Barker MBE, author of Hacked: The secrets behind cyber attacks Malicious insiders are a unique threat in the world of cyber security. Most internal organizational issues are non-malicious: people make mistakes within systems that are rarely designed to support them, usually with high levels of security friction and insufficient training and tools. Internal people with malicious intent are much less common but can be deeply damaging. Hacked, insights by Dr Jes...
The myth of fixability - why is a silver bullet so attractive in business?
April 18, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBGuest post by Steve Hearsum, author of No Silver Bullet: Bursting the bubble of the organisational quick fix A few years ago, a friend of mine who has deep experience of helping organisations with their digital 'transformation' ambitions explained to me one of the fundamental challenges they face when working with senior leaders. Exec teams in modern organisations are typically made up of people who have led the business to where they are today. Faced with digitalisation and the need...
Scottish Oil Beetle Hunt, to help Species on the Edge
April 18, 2024 09:24 - 6 minutes - 8.42 MBBuglife's citizen science project, the Scottish Oil Beetle Hunt, needs your help. As part of the partnership programme, Species on the Edge, members of the public are asked to look out for these amazing beetles and record any sightings. Looking for the Scottish Oil Beetle Scottish records of oil beetles on iRecord more than doubled last year due to the combined effort of the Scottish Oil Beetle Hunt and surveying carried out by the Species on the Edge team. Survey work for Short-neck...
€56M+ raised by the NDRC startups of the last 3 years
April 18, 2024 08:00 - 5 minutes - 7.59 MBNDRC, Ireland's national startup accelerator, and an initiative of the Department of, Environment Climate and Communications (DECC), is celebrating three years of building a thriving startup ecosystem across the country. They have announced a 2-year contract extension to continue supporting entrepreneurs and their ambition to make Ireland the best place in Europe to build a startup company. NDRC operates through a network of innovative startup hubs, including Dogpatch Labs in Dublin,...
Version 1 Acquires Farsighted Consulting
April 17, 2024 16:00 - 2 minutes - 3.43 MBVersion 1, a leader in digital transformation headquartered in Dublin, has announced it has acquired Farsight Consulting for an undisclosed amount. Farsight Consulting is a UK-based company with a strong track record in delivering digital transformation projects with organisations across the public sector. Today's news heralds a strong start to 2024 for Version 1 and marks another milestone in its ambitious growth strategy, adding around €20m in revenue and an additional 133 people. ...
Workhuman revolutionises workplace insights with industry-first AI Assistant
April 17, 2024 15:00 - 4 minutes - 5.61 MBWorkhuman, the company revolutionising the way employees celebrate, connect with and appreciate each other in the workplace, has unveiled the latest innovation in its platform - the addition of a generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistant to its cultural [workforce] intelligence tool, Workhuman iQ. Workhuman is launching this tool as many HR and business leaders struggle to access organisational insights, which are often buried in static, incomplete, and cumbersome data analyt...
Green Hushing be Gone! Navigating Sustainability Comms in Business
April 17, 2024 14:00 - 5 minutes - 7.52 MBGuest post by Nora Lawton, Director and Head of Client Services at Springboard Communications In recent years, marketplace realities have transformed, with sustainability driving the agenda now. Businesses must embrace new reporting obligations under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), highlighted as a game changer by Davy's 2024 insights. The EU Council's consensus on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDD) also signals a pivotal step in enfo...
Best SIM Only Deals in Ireland - April 2024
April 17, 2024 08:00 - 2 minutes - 3.2 MBAre you out of contract or looking for a better deal for your mobile phone? If so, there are some great SIM Only deals available in Ireland right now with huge savings to be made over long contract plans. We've teamed up with Switcher.ie, the free and impartial price comparison and switching service, to find the best SIM Only deals available every month. Check back regularly to stay informed of the latest deals and offers, and visit the Switcher.ie website to order one of these great...
Applications Open for Aspiring Entrepreneurs to Attend One-Day Bootcamp
April 16, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes - 4.4 MBStart-ups and early-stage entrepreneurs are invited to apply for an immersive one-day event designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in all those with innovative ideas. The NDRC 'Startup Sprint' takes place in Republic of Work in Cork City on May 18th next. NDRC is the national accelerator program for globally ambitious tech entrepreneurs in Ireland and serves as a catalyst for early-stage startups and anyone with the right idea to propel their ventures forward. NDRC's mission i...