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Senior Vice President and Country Manager for Jamaica at ibex, Phil Taylor, outlines how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to enhance operations rather than replace workers during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) 'Think Tank' on Thursday (July 9).

Industry Leaders Say AI Will Boost, Not Replace, Global Services Jobs

Workers in the global services industry are being assured that artificial intelligence (AI) is designed to enhance productivity rather than replace jobs. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Thursday (July 9), Senior Vice President and Country...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright (second left), shares a moment with Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange (third left), cricket legend and entrepreneur Christopher “Chris” Gayle (right), and Dancehall Entertainer, Tanto Black, at the official launch of Rich Rum by Triple Gold Rums Limited at the AC Hotel Kingston, on Wednesday, July 8.

Launch of Rich Rum Signals Country’s Growing Capacity to Produce for Global Market – State Minister

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer, addresses the launch of the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Standard, at the offices of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica in St. Andrew on Wednesday (July 8).

Businesses Urged to Embrace ISO/IEC 27001 Standard

Newly appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer of JANAAC Global Accreditation, Cassetta Green.

Cassetta Green is Acting CEO of JANAAC

Executive Director, Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), Lilyclaire Bellamy (right), speaking to entrepreneurs at the Young Entrepreneurs Association of Jamaica's (YEA) Young Entrepreneurs Success Series event on Tuesday (June 30), at The Hub in New Kingston.

Entrepreneurs Urged to Safeguard Innovations Through IP Protection

State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright.

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State Minister Says Major Entertainment Events Help to Drive Economic Growth

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, says major entertainment events, such as Dream Weekend, are playing an increasingly important role in driving economic growth by creating opportunities for businesses, particularly micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Welcoming the staging of the 17th edition of the festival in Montego Bay, the State Minister said the event has...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (left), greets Chief Technical Director in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Sean Moncrieffe. Also pictured is State Minister in the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Zavia Mayne (centre). The event was the relaunch of the Jamaica Trade Facilitation Working Group (JTFWG) on Wednesday, July 1 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston.

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Industry Ministry Relaunches Trade Facilitation Working Group

The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, through the Trade Facilitation Project Management Office, has relaunched the Jamaica Trade Facilitation Working Group (JTFWG). The event, which was held on Wednesday, July 1, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, marks the Ministry's transition from the Trade Facilitation Task Force, established in 2015, to the Jamaica Trade Facilitation Working Group (JTFWG),...

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NCRA Urges Consumers to Check Verification Stickers on Fuel Pumps and Measuring Devices

Consumers are encouraged to check for the National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) verification stickers on fuel pumps and measuring devices to ensure they receive accurate quantities of the products they purchase. Speaking during a World Accreditation Day 2026 webinar, hosted by JANAAC Global Accreditation and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the NCRA,...

Deputy Government Trustee in the Office of the Government Trustee (OGT), Gabrielle Muñoz, addresses a hybrid webinar for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The session was held on Monday (June 29) at the Small Business Association of Jamaica (SBAJ) in Kingston.

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Deputy Gov’t Trustee Urges Safeguards Against Business Failure

Deputy Government Trustee in the Office of the Government Trustee (OGT), Gabrielle Muñoz, is urging business operators to maintain proper financial records, remain adaptable, and seek assistance early to avoid common pitfalls that often lead to business failure or bankruptcy. She was speaking during a hybrid webinar for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), organised by the OGT in collaboration...

Director, Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), Gloria Henry, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on Tuesday, June 30, in Kingston.

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Global Services Sector Offers Opportunities for Career Growth

The global services sector continues to provide Jamaicans with opportunities to build long-term careers. Speaking at a JIS Think Tank on Tuesday (June 30), Director, Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), Gloria Henry, said the industry’s emphasis on training and professional development has enabled thousands of workers to acquire skills that support career progression within the sector and beyond. Mrs....

Supervisor of Insolvency, Fayola Evans Roberts (third right), and other stakeholders listen to remarks being delivered by Small Business Association of Jamaica (SBAJ) President, Garnett Reid (centre), during a hybrid webinar for micro, small and medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs). The session, organised by the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency (OSI) and the Office of the Government Trustee (OGT), was hosted at the SBAJ in Kingston on Monday (June 29). Among the other participants are SBAJ Second Vice President, Dennise Williams (third left), and Deputy Government Trustee, Gabrielle Munoz (fourth right).

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Struggling Small Businesses Urged to Use Gov’t’s Insolvency Regime

Supervisor of Insolvency, Fayola Evans Roberts, is encouraging small businessowners struggling to meet their financial obligations to take advantage of the options available under the Government’s insolvency regime, which is designed to provide support and relief. Speaking during a hybrid micro, small and Medium-sized Enterprise (MSME) webinar on Monday (June 29) at the Small Business Association of Jamaica (SBAJ) in...

Founder and Director, Made4Goal Jamaica Global Sports Summit, Alrick McKenzie, outlines the vision behind the initiative during the opening of the inaugural Summit 2026 at the University of Technology (Utech) Jamaica in Papine, St. Andrew, on Monday (June 29).

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Jamaica Must Leverage Achievements of Athletes to Attract Investments – Permanent Secretary

Although Jamaica has earned global recognition through the achievements of its athletes, the country must now focus on leveraging that reputation to strengthen business development, attract investments and expand exports. This was emphasised by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett-Templer, at the inaugural Made4Goal Jamaica Global Sports Summit 2026, at the University of Technology...