Why a positive outlook will help at your workplace

Life coach Maryam Ghouth explores the subject of positive thinking and the importance of celebrating life’s small successes

Which way are oil prices headed?

Why expensive oil has become a distant memory

Istanbul attack again raises concerns of airport security

The suicide attack at Ataturk Airport on Tuesday killed at least 36 people and injured hundreds

Complete public smoking ban might be end game for the UAE

The country is taking all the right steps to tackle the problem head on

A smart city revolution

Farid Al-Sabbagh explains why it may take years to realise the true significance of smart city development

Why UAE companies must address mental health issues

Companies must have a system in place to support those suffering from mental health issues

Are excessive doctor visits straining the UAE healthcare system?

Here’s what your company can do to alleviate the strain of rising healthcare costs in the UAE

How media businesses can stay ahead of the game

Alex Saber explains how marketing companies must evolve in order to survive

Would president Trump care if his business empire fell apart?

Recent reports suggest Trump’s campaign has had a detrimental effect not just on his personal brand but also his business interests across the globe

How will Ramadan affect your business?

James Swallow looks to the holy month of Ramadan and what it means for those starting a business in the region

Is electric really the future of cars?

Will electric cars replace the gas-guzzling vehicles we have on the road?

What if people in the Middle East lived longer?

Ahmed Sharawy examines the social and economic impact of longer life expectancy

Oil up on Saudi, Russia meeting

Have low oil prices changed the GCC’s spending patterns?

Diversification remains the key element for GCC countries in the current climate

Why expecting the unexpected is at the core of advertising

Samir Ayoub examines recent changes in the communications industry and argues that speed and agility is key for agencies looking to succeed in the marketplace

Why you should set up your business in Dubai Design District

With world class facilities and smart initiatives, d3 promises to be a hub for creatives

How to rebrand a successful business

Sajith Ansar offers 10 key points to consider when rebranding your business

Why UAE companies must invest in training to reduce occupational hazards

Strong workplace safety procedures and training are a must for all companies, says Marks Adams

Why sport matters more than ever for the region

Tim Wilkinson explains why a shift in the way the GCC thinks about sporting events can have huge benefits for the region

The medical cost of our sugar addiction

Sugar is linked to a host of the most serious medical conditions across the world

Why the UAE’s insurance industry losing money affects you

The country’s insurers have performed poorly in the last two years

Can we now call Dubai a culture hub?

The imminent arrival of Dubai Opera provides depth to the emirate’s creative ambitions

Are brand name drugs more effective?

A non-branded drug policy can lead to big savings for your company, writes Mark Adams

Subsidies: The double-edged sword of Saudi Arabia

Hussain Alshammasi details the debate underway in the kingdom as it seeks to rein in water and fuel subsidies

Double-digit growth expected in UAE healthcare

Alpen Capital’s Sanjay Vig shares the company’s outlook for the healthcare sector in the UAE and GCC

How Middle East companies can succeed in Africa

Successful companies generally have three to six mutually distinctive capabilities that support and drive their strategy, according to Strategy&

Saudi, Russia, Qatar and Venezuela agree to freeze oil output at Jan levels

Saudi Arabia will struggle to kick its addiction to oil

True diversification requires developing industries which have nothing to do with the extraction of oil and spending of oil-related revenue

Unravelling advertising trends in the television industry

Sachin Gokhale reveals how trends in the television industry might play out in the coming months

Why we must work together to make a low-carbon world a reality

The Lord Mayor of London explains how the United Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council can unite to lead the world in green finance

Why UAE firms must take a tougher stance on employees’ health

The problem of the UAE’s collective health is still yet to be adequately addressed

Could lower oil prices be a catalyst for stronger regional asset markets?

How the drop in oil prices could make the region look more attractive