From the boardroom to the digital cloud, risk management stands out as a foundation for long-term sustainability. In today’s world, marked by environmental volatility, digital threats, and geopolitical uncertainty, organizations are increasingly adopting strategic advisory approaches that turn risk into opportunity, rather than relying solely on traditional insurance.
On the international tax front, reforms such as the OECD's Pillar II are reshaping fiscal landscapes, introducing a global minimum tax and requiring multinational enterprises to meet new compliance standards. Transitional safe harbor measures are easing this shift and providing much-needed clarity for global operations.
Innovation is also soaring, literally. Evolving drone technology is rapidly outpacing legal frameworks, raising new regulatory, ethical, and privacy questions across the EU. Simultaneously, artificial intelligence is transforming real estate, enhancing everything from virtual client services to predictive market analysis. Intelligent document processing, powered by AI, is improving operational efficiency across sectors by streamlining data workflows and reducing administrative burdens.
Croatia’s energy sector is undergoing a notable shift toward renewables, with geothermal exploration offering sustainable, 24/7 energy solutions. At the same time, the financial landscape is expanding to support innovation through private equity, addressing gaps that traditional banking systems often overlook. Data governance is no longer confined to IT departments, it is becoming a shared responsibility across all business functions, ensuring trust, clarity, and better decision-making.
This issue also explores changes in Croatia’s legal and social systems. Amendments to foreign labor laws reflect a shift toward balancing workforce demands with regulatory efficiency and human rights. In the public procurement space, evolving EU case law is redefining how non-EU bidders can access opportunities, prompting updates to national regulations. Meanwhile, the effects of persistent inflation have sparked grassroots consumer action and prompted government intervention, highlighting the need for collective economic resilience.
Altogether, these perspectives offer a snapshot of a dynamic environment—where change is constant, and progress comes through informed, collaborative approaches.