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SURVEY: Liana Technologies’ research reveals that marketing automation is still lacking know-how in organizations

At the end of 2019, Liana Technologies conducted a survey on the prevalence of marketing automation and its benefits and challenges. The international survey was answered by 331 marketing and communications professionals from six different countries. An earlier version of the survey was conducted in 2017, and a comparison of the results provides interesting data on the development of marketing...

Setting payment terms for your clients

When setting payment terms for your clients, here are a few things to keep in mind:   Set a reasonable payment schedule In the Middle East, a payment contract needs to comply with the laws of the UAE, or the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), if the parties opt-in to its jurisdiction. Whilst it is reportedly common for clients to push for a payment schedule with a three-to six-month...

How to invoice international clients

Here’s a few things to keep in mind for a new business startup when invoicing international clients:   List the details It is mandatory to issue an invoice for any product or service that is up for sale in the UAE. In addition to detailing the nature of the work, it also needs to include the following: -       Complete customer (name and address) and supplier information, including the...

How to create a company culture

These are all rather abstract questions, and tough to know the answers to before you actually start work, which can seem like a big risk. How do I know if I’ll succeed in a work environment I know next to nothing about?   If these are questions job seekers are thinking about, that’s a clear sign employers need to be thinking about responses if they want to attract the best applicants and build...

How do I navigate taxes in Dubai?

 As far as Dubai is concerned, the taxes owed by a business depends on the nature of its activities, geographical zone and trading partners. In UAE, it’s also important to know what kinds of tax concessions are currently being offered to foreign investors and startup founders. This can impact what kind of organisational structure and location you choose when you start a business in Dubai.   In...

Benefits of starting your business in Ramadan

However, this should not deter new entrepreneurs from opening a business in Dubai during the Holy Month. When examined closely, we see that the Ramadan routine actually brings with it certain strategic advantages for business owners. Below we examine just some of those benefits.     Ramadan offers opportunities to extend your network   For entrepreneurs who are new to Dubai and looking to...

5 Key tips to starting your company in Dubai

   Below are five things to remember when you are planning on setting up a business in Dubai:   1) Research your niche in the market:  Before starting your business in Dubai, research the market thoroughly. Study your niche and focus your business plan on how your company can tackle a pain point neglected by other businesses. Through your marketing, emphasise to your prospective clients that...

Decisive Zone – A startup catered to startups

 If you’re thinking of opening a startup business in Dubai, read on to learn how a professional startup-services provider, can help you along the way.   Business support New entrepreneurs starting up a business in the UAE for the first time, often need professional advice on how to make the right business decisions. As a UAE business set up advisory agency, Decisive Zone can play a significant...

How to implement the perfect employee incentive scheme

Business startups in the UAE tend to offer two main kinds of incentives to employees: cash bonuses and stock ownership.    Cash bonuses  Simply put, cash bonuses are pre-set payments that are awarded to employees when their performance empowers the company to fulfil certain objectives. Some companies choose to offer annual bonuses to staff; others stagger payments over a more extended time...

5 Women Entrepreneurs Making Waves in Dubai

Here are five entrepreneurial women that you should definitely know about.   Nadine Mezher – SARWA Cofounder of financial investment and advisory firm, Sarwa, Nadine Mezher wanted to start a business that made financial loans more accessible to new and young startup owners in Dubai. Partnered with a Canadian team, and now the chief managing officer, her company offers minimum-account options,...

Should I hire foreign employees or local nationals in UAE?

Therefore, when starting a new company in Dubai, entrepreneurs have to choose between the time-tested strategy of hiring foreign jobseekers or offer the same opportunities to the local talent, while availing the government concessions that come with hiring them.  For entrepreneurs setting up a business in the UAE, below are some factors to consider when hiring expats over Emiratis:  Additional...

How to maintain customer relationships through COVID-19

The coronavirus outbreak is first and foremost a human tragedy, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. It is also having a growing impact on the global economy and so naturally affecting us here in the UAE. We want to provide business leaders with a perspective on how to tackle the evolving situation and the economic implications for their companies. Declared a pandemic by the World Health...

How to save money during your first year as a startup

  Practice patience.    It is unlikely that you’ll turn a profit the first year after opening a business in UAE. It’s important to keep in mind that this first year of business is a learning curve. Your priorities should be learning what works and planning for a stable future for your business. You’ll be mastering skills like problem solving on-the-go, setting reasonable goals, assessing...

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Dubai brews up aromatic Coffee Cuisine menu featuring inventive dishes brought to life with a dash of barista magic

       Guests are invited to experience the brand’s legendary coffee like never before at hotel and resort locations at Movenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate, Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City, Movenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown, and Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai this March   Dubai, 5 March 2020: Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand within the Accor...

5 Simple Steps to Becoming Your Own Boss

1.    Plan Planning should ideally start whilst you’re still employed. This might feel like a challenge, but it’s also a good way to get a sense of the longer hours you’ll be spending to get your new business off the ground. Carve out some time each day to identify your business goals, how you want to introduce your new product or service to the market, and your revenue generation strategy. It’s...

Outsourcing PRO work in Dubai

Each step of the business set up process in the UAE, from procuring the trade licenses to applying for employee visas, requires extensive coordination. Many entrepreneurs who are new to Dubai find it convenient to outsource the service of a Public Relations Officer or a PRO to do the paperwork on their behalf.   Experienced Knowledge Outsourcing the set-up processes to an experienced PRO is a...

Can You Sponsor Your Dependents in Dubai?

Thankfully, just like a company formation in Dubai sponsoring dependents in Dubai is generally a straightforward process, allowing families to relocate to the UAE together. Below are some requirements and points to consider when sponsoring dependents in Dubai.   Recent Changes  Family sponsorship is now more accessible than ever before. As of July 2019, an expat may sponsor their spouse and...

B·U·T Dubai the regional leading digital production agency opens the doors to its experience center: the BUT.gallery

B·U·T is known for creating exceptional user journeys, and now they have opened a space for collaboration with local artists to create an immersive experience through the artists’ work. The gallery will exhibit distinct artwork woven into an interactive journey for visitors. Beginning February 1st, you can be one of the first to enjoy this unique experience. Wim Bonjean, BUT’s CCT explains:...