Boot Camp: learning is key to staff retention
Studies show only 8 percent of IT employers rate IT graduates as “well-trained and ready-to-go”. Dell ME’s Mo Laher shares secrets on how to keep staff happy.
June 6, 2011 1:49
China will be the GCC’s most important ally by 2020
Research from the Economist Intelligence Unit says GCC-Asia trade has been rising by 11 per cent annually, compared to only 5 per cent a year for trade with OECD countries.
May 9, 2011 10:58
UAE business conditions at 20-month high in March
A recent HSBC UAE Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) better output and new orders increase while job creation is recorded as fastest in 15 months. Should we be hoping for some ripple effect?
April 5, 2011 12:03
You say po-tay-to, I say batata
There really is more to intercultural communication than being able to understand each other’s accented English.
April 4, 2011 9:39
The Festive Holiday Illusion
The yearend showed a promising rise consumer confidence. Are we really spending more on food, clothing and hotels or is it just an illusion brought on by the holidays?
April 3, 2011 3:59
Interview with the new GCC Secretary-General
As GCC Secretary-General and the first Bahraini and first military man to take office, HE Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani hopes to usher political and social reform.
April 3, 2011 1:11
The worst is yet to come, apparently
Dark clouds ahead, at least that’s what half of the world thinks the rest of the year will look like as they expect more acts of terrorism.
March 31, 2011 3:53
A freebie for your thoughts
Forget giving away your ideas for pennies. Sample Central is opening about five outlets across the UAE that will give you products for free in return for good old feedback
March 29, 2011 4:11
Mobile TV rings in more profits, says study
As content sharing among mobile phone users increase, performance and better experience count more, according to Mobile Life.
March 29, 2011 3:44
Feeling a bit short-changed
A century of celebrating women’s day and there’s still a lot to be done when it comes to getting companies to work with women.
March 15, 2011 3:48
Wonderwall
Just when there are inklings that we’ve broken through the hype, there’s always that one that has us up against the social media wall…
March 9, 2011 4:07
Free falling
As rents at International City plunge further, Kipp takes a quick look at the going rate for the cheapest accommodation in the Emirate.
February 24, 2011 2:43
Stating the obvious
Sam Potter hates pointless research, especially when it states the obvious. But on this occasion, it just might be necessary, he thinks.
June 23, 2010 5:27
Rents in Dubai: the latest research
Rents keep falling, according to the headlines. But what are the details behind the latest real estate research? Read on to find out.
June 15, 2010 5:06
Poll Story: Ban on public smoking
Kipp readers and the most current medical research both support the health benefits of a public smoking ban.
June 14, 2010 6:06
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26