The Weekly Roundup: July 15 - 19

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This week on the roundup: ecosystems, trends, talent, partners, construction, connections, pointers, compensation, AI, contributions, status, reports, convenience, culture, honors, best practices, services, and more!

But first...

In the IPBN's newest podcast, Mario joins IPBN Content Manager Ellis Dixon in an informative conversation about why mobile apps are essential to clients, what SubVisual Group is doing to innovate the business landscape, his recent stint in the USA with YTILI | Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, and differences between the Portuguese and Irish ecosystems.

Also...

Our academic partner UAlg announced that The Algarve Tech Hub Summit is almost here! On the 24th and 25th of October, Albufeira will host one of the main Technology and Innovation meetings in the Algarve, presenting the latest trends and disruptive ideas that will shape the future. The IPBN will be there.

And now...

IPBN Executive Partner Ardanis' HR & Recruitment Manager, Susan Hogan in the Business Post this weekend on bringing top talent to our clients and how the positive stance on remote work that Ardanis takes to talent acquisition allows us to hire on culture and values in a pool wider than would be the case without hybrid and remote capability.

IPBN partner Universidade Europeia and our Media partner The Portugal News shared that the Universidade Europeia Launched a New Tourism Degree Program Entirely in English.

IPBN member ArcAirTech's new website is under construction. Coming soon… Subscribe at www.arcairtech.com to stay up to date.

IPBN member Lazer asked, "Are you tired of slow internet speeds and unreliable connections? We’ve got you covered! Why Choose Us? Ultra-fast internet speeds. Reliable connection. Exceptional customer service."

IPBN member Filipe Pinho Pereira needs your help! "We want to allow MBWay payments for our clients at Membrz.Club, and I'm looking for some pointers. Here's what we need. We have a B2B2C business model and need a "marketplace/connect" type of integration with MBWay."

IPBN member Teresa Patricio Advogados announced the return of the Compensation stipulated in article 366 of the Portuguese Labour Code.

IPBN member Carlos Justino posted, "It is estimated that artificial intelligence (AI) queries require roughly ten times the electricity of traditional Google searches. This is not only impacting the operations of tech firms, but is also pushing energy companies to contemplate extraordinary measures, such as the potential restarting of dormant nuclear power plants. So, what is the solution to this pressing issue?"

IPBN member Renato Calvao says, "Don't miss your chance to contribute to the European Urban Agenda for the European Partnership for Sustainable Tourism! Share your ideas and recommendations for improvements that promote inclusion and environmental awareness in urban tourism."

IPBN member TIRECHECK shared that the INFLEET App lets you keep track of your tires' status in real-time. "Manage various functions and get instant notifications about important changes directly on your smartphone or tablet."

IPBN member Celfocus said, "Novabase Group, the parent company of Celfocus, has been recognised as a 'Most Valuable Brand' in the Technology & Software Industry and one of the 'Top 100 brands', according to the annual report by ON STRATEGY consultancy, underscoring our continued excellence in the sector."

IPBN member Rebecca Nixon posted photos of this spacious Vale do Lobo 2 Bed, 2 Bath apartment is very secure and well maintained within the gated condominium of Golfe Jardins, with a swimming pool and gardens. You can enjoy the convenience of living with this lock-up-and-go.

IPBN member Glandore's Clare Kelly recommended, “Hire well for culture fit, do not micro-manage, create a culture of respect and appreciation - respect and recognition is crucial to engagement." Read more on the spotlight of Director, Clare Kelly in the The Irish News.

IPBN member Lawler Sustainability was honored to be featured in the latest video series by Audit Plus Project, highlighting their role in their impactful initiative! "Zoe Shinkins, our Senior Communications Lead, discusses how Lawler Sustainability is contributing to the Irish market. Our focus is on piloting comprehensive services that enhance the energy audit mechanism, providing robust support to Energy Intensive Industries such as the pharmaceutical, chemical, and healthcare sectors."

IPBN member Saltwater Consulting posted, "Micromanagement stifles creativity, reduces morale, and hinders productivity. Here are three common examples and best practices to avoid it."

IPBN member Florijn de Graaf completed YES!Delft's Validator program with my startup SmartHoods! "The market remains challenging though. There are a lot of dreamers. Our service still needs more fine-tuning. And we might not be as scalable as we like. Yet. Either way: the quest continues. A big thank you to YES!Delft for their well-structured rigorous programme."