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In a time when consumer expectations are soaring and sustainability pressures are mounting, outsourcing logistics enables firms to remain agile, reduce costs and improve service levels
The region’s key business leaders share their plans and outlook for 2025, revealing the strategies and game-changing trends that will define the year ahead
Dubai’s automotive market will connect to 77 ports managed by DP World globally and is expected to double the emirate’s current automotive sales from Dhs6.8bn to Dhs13.6bn
Passengers are not just looking for a flight; they want a seamless, tech-enhanced experience from booking to boarding
By integrating these innovative health strategies into their routines, busy executives can not only enhance their longevity but also ensure they are performing at their best
The report highlights that the sharp decrease in deal-making and exits over the past two years has largely plateaued in the early part of 2024
The region’s fintech sector is rapidly transforming, driven by strong investments, supportive regulations, and visionary initiatives like Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. As the sector grows, industry leaders share their insights on what lies ahead
Samsung secured the top position in Q2 2024 with an 18.9 per cent share of shipments, driven by a strategic focus on its flagship models and a robust AI strategy
The region’s luxury market, valued at $12.5bn by year-end 2023, grew at double the rate of the global industry, revealed a report from the UAE-based Chaloub Group
The report showed that e-commerce spending continued growing in 2023, with a 15 per cent growth rate since 2022
The regional advertising market is predicted to surge by 6.2 per cent in 2024, reaching a value of $6.9bn
Customers prefer to align themselves with the current market trends, and businesses that can provide such options are thriving in the rental market, particularly in the luxury segment
Looking to invest? Diversified portfolios can continue to generate strong returns heading into 2024. Read on for these and other tips…
As technology continues to evolve and customer expectations shift, the demand for sensory experiences in marketing is on a rocket-like rise
From hyper-personalisation to OTAs and bleisure travel to budget travel, we look at the developments boosting the hospitality industry
The summit supports international brands looking to either establish an in-market presence or sell via cross-border ecommerce to the UAE
For seamless collaboration and engagement, businesses should follow some vital steps, says Loubna Imenchal, head of Video Collaboration, Logitech AMECA
The MoU will support the authority’s efforts to develop an innovative health system based on scientific research
With digital transformation accelerating at pace, emerging technologies will drive the future development of digital economies across the region
Federico Cerimonia, the general manager of Sonder, a tech-enabled hospitality company, tells Gulf Business about the growing preference for holiday homes among travellers visiting Dubai
Businesses must look out for impending technology trends to ensure they are in sync with customer exigencies
The report highlights emerging opportunities for brands and marketers to connect with audiences
Franck Juhel, president of Montblanc Middle East, India and Africa, tells Andrew Wingrove about the company’s offerings, including its portfolio of luxury watches
Speaking to Gulf Business, Rob Ansari, head of investments and retirement – India, Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Mercer, shares insights on evolving market trends and the way forward
Ben Barber, MD at XA Group explains why the following trends can be a critical element in deciding your success if you work in the automotive industry
Gartner analysts predict that by 2030, there will be four times as many level 4 autonomous robotaxis operating globally than there are taxis in 2022
Consumer engagement and hyper-personalisation are expected to remain key factors in a changing digital world
CIOs should consider these trends to guide digital investments, anticipate potential disruption, and scale digital transformation initiatives
By understanding how these developments are forecasted to shape the industry, security professionals will be better prepared to capitalise on innovations in solutions
The always-on internet connectivity will help alleviate social and economic disparity through more equitable access to the modern economy