Publication: Business Registration Reform Case Studies: Ireland
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2009-06
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2009-06
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This collection of case studies describes experiences and draws lessons from varied business registration reform programs in economies in vastly different stages of development: Bulgaria, Estonia, Ireland, Madagascar, and Malaysia. Over the last twenty years, a number of countries have recognized the importance of smooth and efficient business start up procedures. A functioning business registration system is now viewed as an important regulatory requirement of any economy, and a predictable, transparent, and modern business registration system is acknowledged to help promote private sector growth and job generation. Business registration gives businesses formal status and formal operation in the marketplace. It is a dynamic process that impacts the life of its stakeholders, commercial counterparties, and employees by introducing new responsibilities, opportunities, and challenges.
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“Christow, Dobromir; Olaisen, John. 2009. Business Registration Reform Case Studies: Ireland. © World Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/10986/28068 License: CC BY 3.0 IGO.”
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