Business Partners: Most companies want publicity for their PR buck but there is a growing demand for strategic counsel Third level colleges now provide all sorts of assistance for entrepreneurs. Who offers what, and advice from entrepreneurs who've been through the mill Cost Conscious: Business Plus runs the rule over some of the latest office printers and finds out what the trends are in the sector A detailed listing of the leading commercial law firms in Dublin and the views of managing partners The market for broadband internet connections in Ireland exploded by 70% through 2007 and there is still a lot to play for In our annual Survey of Dublin chartered accountants, Business Plus lists the top firms and canvasses the views of their principals, starting with John Glennon, who did the biggest deal in the sector in the past year Quality graphic design is important for a company's image, branding and reputation. In this Business Plus Survey, we list some of the top business design firms and seek out the opinions of their principals How can a business make its website more attractive? How can online retailers become more efficient? How can you determine which parts of your website are attracting visitors and which aren't? The latest Business Plus Survey looks at these questions Most providers of business software are confident about the year ahead The Dublin region has a huge selection of hotels with meeting rooms and the premier venues are listed in our annual survey Beyond Firefighting - Every small business knows a tech guy who can hook up a new printer or fix the e-mail. But firms won't benefit from technology unless they raise that bar Corporate jet charter is growing in Ireland and for a good reason. It saves time and ultimately money for business travellers and their firms Recruitment Drive: Despite forecasts of the economy slowing down, recruiters are still optimistic about the future Franchising can offer a fast-track route into business for individuals prepared to work hard. But you must shop around and do your homework Business Plus lists some of the main players in wealth management in Ireland and asks the experts about what wealthy people are doing to add to their fortunes Lifelong Learning - Autumn is the time for business people to expand their skillsets. Business Plus reviews some of the courses on offer What makes a company website stand out from the crowd? And how do you make sites user friendly? A look at some popular and successful websites There are good business reasons for companies to adopt CSR policies. The betterment of humanity should be an incentive too If you want to make a splash with any event your business has planned, using professional event managers will ensure the occasion is memorable and successful Accountancy is one of the best career choices a young person can make. Business Plus surveys the education and training options Business Plus has analysed the latest filed accounts of scores of privately owned companies in Cork to discover which firms are the biggest in terms of net worth. NICK MULCAHY profiles some of the notable achievers on the list Direct marketing drives actions that can be attributed to a specific call-to-action. In this Survey, leading practitioners advise on making the most of DM Sarah Blake of recruitment agency Mark Mitchell reveals which sectors pay the most for marketing and sales professionals Public relations is less about spin doctoring and more about maintaining a quality information flow between a company and its stakeholders Most firms renew their standard business insurance package without realising their full range of options Who's Who In Dublin Commercial Solicitors: Listing and guide to the big and mid-tier commercial law firms in Dublin Eircom rivals are investing heavily in broadband infrastructure to win market share from the incumbent Small businesses don't have to pay through the nose for quality printers. Business Plus takes a look at what the market currently has to offer In our annual survey of Dublin chartered accountants, Business Plus canvasses the views of leading partners on the issues facing the sector and their firms, as well as listing this city's main practices The banking and financial services employment market was buoyant last year and there's no sign of a letup in 2007. And there continues to be a shortage of suitably qualified candidates across the sector Superior graphic design is important for a company's image, branding and reputation. In this Survey, we list most of the top business design firms and seek out the opinions of players in the sector A look at some leading business applications to help you run your company more smoothly Starting a sale process is not something your business should undertake lightly. Every effort should be made to manage the sale process professionally and to prepare or ‘groom' your business to facilitate a successful result There are a range of ways of financing the purchase of car. Business Plus examines the different finance options The expanding jobs market presents challenges for employment agencies and their clients. In this Survey, Business Plus reports on the agencies' views of the labour market Which job sectors and positions pay the most? Business Plus has been reviewing the private sector salary surveys to find out If want to start your own business, going down the franchise route will give you a headstart. But before you take the plunge, make sure you're aware of what you're getting into, October 31 is the annual tax deadline for self-employed people who pay their tax by Self Assessment. To cut that tax bill, a pension payment makes a lot of sense. But which pension? A new report paints a damning picture of the competence of SME managers. With autumn here, we look at some of the courses the dunce bosses should be considering In this focus on commercial websites whose services can be useful to your business, Business Plus discusses the latest internet trends with leading web developers Irish property investors are flocking to foreign shores. But the prospect of high returns shouldn't tempt people to cut corners Financial software isn't just for your accounting department. The information it generates can be critical for your business Opting for a specialist provider to help you source and manage your IT infrastructure can help save on costs, boost productivity and keep your systems running smoothly Event management is a growth sector and in this Survey Business Plus lists the main players and talks to some of the principals about the criteria you should use when choosing an event manager Small firms shouldn't shy away from Customer Relationship Management. Tailored and affordable solutions are available for businesses of all sizes An accountancy qualification is a ticket to a job for life and is exportable too. Business Plus explains how to start on the career path As Irish venture capital firms go cap in hand to investors for new funds, a comprehensive review of VC investments through 2005