A line from that classic 1995 television advert came to mind this week: “It’s good to talk.” But instead of actor Bob Hoskins extolling the virtues of phone lines, the phrase found vivid application in a growing technology perfectly suited to these self isolating times we find ourselves in, writes John Daly.

Giants of Ireland’s tech sector were celebrated at last night’s it@cork Leaders Awards.

Cork start-up Workvivo has won customers for its software that helps firms keep talent, writes Trish Dromey.

Employee engagement company Workvivo already has customers in 23 countries, and has been growing at a phenomenal pace since its June 2018 launch.