Benefits of a Paperless Desk for SMEs
We’ve become obsessed with the idea of paper and documents being part of our lives without asking ourselves the question of how relevant it needs to be. We lose so much precious work time when we go searching for a lost paper on a cluttered desk. One international survey showed that information workers lose up to two […]
Enablers and Inhibitors of Digital Transformation within the Microbusiness Sector
Read Anuragini Shirish, John O’Shanahan & Anaya Kumar’s report on The Enablers and Inhibitors of Digital Transformation within the Microbusiness Sector in Ireland. Writing credits: Anuragini Shirish, Université Paris-Saclay, Univ Evry, IMT-BS, LITEM, 91025, Evry-Courcouronnes, France. anuragini.shirish@imt-bs.eu John O’Shanahan, LeanBPI, Ireland, johnoshanahan@leanbpi.ie Anaya Kumar, Université Paris-Saclay, Univ Evry, IMT-BS, LITEM, 91025, Evry-Courcouronnes, France. anaya.kumar@imt-bs.eu Executive […]
LeanBPI partner with the B!G Idea for 2023
LeanBPI are proud to be supporting the B!G Idea programme for 2023 as a foundation partner. The goal of the B!G Idea initiative is to equip the youth of today with a creative mindset to tackle the biggest problems society faces. The initiative is part of Creative Ireland and collaborates with schools and Transition Year […]
Metis Technical Benefitted from the Digital for Business Programme
Metis Technical Digital for Business Metis Technical provides bespoke technical services to airlines, leasing companies and maintenance companies. We had the pleasure of working with them to improve the efficiency of their business with digitalised efforts through the Digital for Business programme provided by the Local Enterprise Offices. If you’re interested in the Digital for Business programme […]
Mindset in Digital Transformation for SMEs
Digital transformation in micro businesses has received limited attention. Most studies tend to focus on small and medium-sized businesses or larger enterprises, neglecting the specific needs and challenges faced by micro businesses. As a result, there is a lack of education and resources tailored to the unique context of the micro-business sector. A recent study […]
Boring chores are just the job for workplace bots
Originally posted on the Sunday Times Sandra O’Connell Robotic process automation tools can effortlessly take on mundane tasks to unlock companies’ efficiencies Forget robot overlords. It’s robot underlords that are starting to make their presence felt. For resource-stretched small business owners, that’s good. Over the past year global attention has focused on chatbots and, in […]
How to Leverage Digital for Business Growth
In the fast-paced business world, growth is the heartbeat that keeps companies thriving. Imagine having a trusted ally like LeanBPI by your side, ready to unlock the power of digital transformation for unparalleled success. Digital for business, at its core, is like upgrading your business to a whole new level. LeanBPI, your guide in this […]
LeanBPI Launches Digital Fitness Check for SMEs
LeanBPI launches digital fitness check for small businesses LIMERICK, 28th May 2024: LeanBPI, the Irish digital growth consultancy for SMEs and microenterprises, today announces the launch of its Digital Readiness Assessment – a personal digital readiness assessment for microenterprise leaders in Ireland. By providing this measurement, LeanBPI will help microenterprises to understand their current capabilities […]
Strong appetite for digital transformation among SMEs
Photo: LEO Network Chairperson John Magee, outgoing TD Dara Calleary, Professor Anuragini Shirish and John O Shanahan of LeanBPI Article originally posted on RTE News Friday Nov 15 New research has found that there is a strong appetite for digital transformation among small businesses. LeanBPI, a digital growth consultancy for SMEs, in partnership with the […]
Digitising your SME isn’t such a tough nut to crack
Originally appeared in the Sunday Times, March 2025. An IT consultant from your local enterprise office can use technology to help you save time and money, and throw paper-based business processes in the bin. Vaishali and Nik Mehta brought in a digital consultant to transform their stock-keeping at Nutty Delights Even the most traditional of […]
SMEs Lack Critical Tech Skills for Survival
Originally appeared in Irish Times, June 2025. Survey finds 59% of small firms are worried about the impact of tariffs on their business One in four small business owners said they face resistance from their teams on embracing new technologies. Two-thirds of small businesses have said digital adoption is essential for their survival, but they […]
Hi-tech tools help you scale up without the stress of hiring
Originally appeared in the Sunday Times 13th July 2025 So-called solopreneurs who run their concern single-handedly can boost efficiency and enable growth by going digital, writes Sandra O’Connell Not every business owner wants to hire; some wish to remain “solopreneurs”. In a tight labour market, others have no choice. In both cases, technology helps. Soon […]
