Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Bahrain must focus on experiential tourism, says resort GM

Thu, 30 Mar 2023

The new Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain Resort & Spa, which opened just three months back, is already making waves in the market. Bahrain must tap into more experiential components to reach the next level in tourism, says Marco Den Ouden, General Manager.

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How Gen Z and Gen Alpha will shape business T&E process

Tue, 28 Mar 2023

Gen Z will be the largest workforce demographic by 2030, with Gen Alpha beginning their career journeys, said SAP Concur in a new report aiming to help travel managers level-set travel & expense (T&E) operations going forward.

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Modifying existing IT systems is key to carbon footprint reduction

Mon, 27 Mar 2023

With COP 28 approaching, the scene is set for the Mena region to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability principles and how its current focus on digital transformation can help to manage the region’s carbon footprint.

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Reshaping the future of early childhood learning

Thu, 23 Mar 2023

It is necessary more than ever to revisit educational methods to keep teaching relevant and redesign curriculums that objectively prepare young learners for “the future” of learning.

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How virtual brands boost profit without increasing costs

Thu, 23 Mar 2023

The restaurant industry is trying new concepts such as ‘virtual brands’ to diversify their offerings, increase revenue, and reach new audiences without significant investments.

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ESG and impact of COP28 on regional sustainability trends

Wed, 22 Mar 2023

In recent years, the UAE’s commitment to accelerate its sustainability objectives from discussion to action have been highlighted through laser-focused implementation of ESG plans and policies, says an industry expert.

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Investors eye ‘retiring 3 years earlier’ than non-investors

Tue, 21 Mar 2023

People who invest their wealth expect, on average, to retire 3 years earlier than non-investors, a survey by global market research firm YouGov commissioned by private market exchange ADDX has found.

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Why now is the right time to start preparing for Corporate Tax in UAE – DgTx

Mon, 20 Mar 2023

The Corporate Tax regime in the UAE will begin from June 1, 2023; however, as per leading UAE digital taxation company DgTx, businesses must start prepping for the Corporate Tax now.

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6 macro factors reshaping business this decade: Gartner

Mon, 20 Mar 2023

The threat of recession, a systemic mistrust, poor economic productivity, sustainability, a talent shortage and emerging technologies are the six macro factors that will reshape business this decade, says Gartner.

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Investors in Bahrain expect economic stability during Q1

Tue, 14 Mar 2023

More than 94% of investors in Bahrain expect the stability of business and economic environment during the first quarter of 2023, recording lower rate by 1.66% compared to previous quarter, according to the Business Confidence Index (BCI) .