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Greater Poland’s Logistics Market Gains Importance as Road Freight Demand Rises

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99% of EU Firms Are Small Businesses, but the Largest Generate 49% of Value Added

The EU business economy had around 34 million enterprises and 164.5 million people employed in 2024. Micro and small firms made up 99% of companies, while large enterprises — just 0.2% — generated 49% of value added.

PMI: Advanced GenAI Users Achieve Up to 16 Times Higher Productivity Growth

Project Management Institute research suggests the most advanced GenAI users achieve up to 16 times higher productivity growth than occasional users. Yet only 1% of organisations describe themselves as mature in generative AI use.

Social insurance contributions (ZUS) bases to rise for Polish entrepreneurs in 2024

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Minimum Wage Increase: A Cascading Effect on the Labor Market

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The Alcohol Industry in 2023: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Trends

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Entrepreneurs Embrace KPO Funds as a Catalyst for Growth

Entrepreneurs see a great opportunity in the funds from the National Recovery Plan (KPO). "These are not fictitious billions, but money that will give...

Low Unemployment, High Labor Costs: Polish Companies at Crossroads

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EU Taxonomy Barometer 2023: Despite Challenges, Vast Majority of Companies Complying

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CEOs Struggle to Leverage Generative AI, but Many Companies Embrace its Benefits

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Securitization of trade receivables in Europe and Poland: stable growth and prospects

The European market for trade receivables securitization is experiencing steady growth, and current macroeconomic conditions, particularly persistently high-interest rates, should promote its further development,...

When will business appreciate the Internet of Things?

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Polish Entrepreneurs Seek Return to Partnership Cooperation with Government

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Polish companies increasingly exposed to price changes, economic slowdown, and cyber attacks

According to a study by Aon Polska entitled "Global Risk Management Survey 2023," up to 2/3 of Polish companies have incurred losses due to...

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Polish and Ukrainian companies join forces to solve the transport crisis

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