Startup Blog
There is a huge amount of chatter (and twitter and blogging) these days in the media and in general conversation, about what the future brings in terms of Eco Friendly and Green Products. The buzz words in the current recessionary environment are 'Green', 'Sustainable', 'Carbon Neutral', and a host of similar words and phrases that are heard and seen almost everyday wherever you look or listen
Where is the "Green Buzz" Leading To?
Online Payments: Understanding the Options
The choice of an online payments solution often proves to be a difficult and time consuming decision in the setup of an e-commerce website. The area of online payments can be confusing, particularly for those who are just getting started. There is new jargon, many different options, configurations and various pricing plans.
Exporting to China From Ireland and the UK?
Currently there are a number of positive reasons why businesses from Ireland and the UK should consider exporting to China.
The first and most significant reason is that at present China is one of the few remaining countries anywhere on the planet that is experiencing growth in its economy, and significant growth at that.
Special Stories
Kate Gaynor established Special Stories Publishing four years ago to produce children's books on complex topics, ranging from disability and illness to social problems and the care system. Special Stories' first book series, published in April 2008, covered adoption, asthma, childhood cancer, diabetes, foster care, speech difficulties and wheelchair use. Gaynor's aim was to educate young readers, but in an entertaining way.
Magic Formula
The Commission for Aviation Regulation estimates that around 20 travel operators folded in past year as the sector has been impacted by the downturn. One firm that has defied the slump is Kinsale-based niche operator Magic Vacations. The company was founded by John Barrett in February 2008 and specialises in long-haul travel and all things to do with Disney such as Disneyland Paris, Disney World Orlando and the Disney cruises.
BodyTab – Health Information At The Touch of a Button
A new product promises to make essential medical information available to consumers and healthcare professionals at the touch of a button.Its creator, Clare woman Mary Fitzgerald, believes the software, which stores files on computer, memory sticks or wallet cards, has the potential to revolutionise personal healthcare worldwide.
Flushed With Success
With business costs the top priority for many cash-strapped firms, one Dublin company is gaining market traction with a radical product that promises major savings.
What A Start For Start Up
Less than a year in existence, software start-up Sitedesk.ie is already preparing to launch in the Middle East, where it hopes sales will fuel ambitious growth plans.
