Digital Business Gap: Barbados’ small firms are automating the “shop window” (social media and customer-facing tools) while back-office systems lag, with only small shares using payroll software, digitised inventory, or any digital management at all. Reparations Agenda: Barbados will host the third CARICOM Regional Conference on Reparatory Justice (Sept 17–19) in St Philip, aiming to map next steps under CARICOM’s Ten-Point Plan. Public Procurement Skills: The Caribbean Development Bank is offering two fully funded public procurement scholarships (Italy) for 2026/27, targeting stronger procurement and value-for-money across borrowing member states. Customs Modernisation: Barbados’ Finance Minister says new Customs regulations and standard operating procedures will roll out by October, alongside updated technology and Trusted Trader-related changes. Labour Relations: The Barbados Workers’ Union says the country needs tougher law enforcement, not more labour laws, and points to portable social security benefits. CDB Scholarships: Procurement professionals can apply for advanced training in public procurement in Italy, with applications closing Oct 3. Sports & Community: Flow will donate US$50 per Barbados Tridents six to local cricket clubs, as part of its “Every Six Gives Back” campaign. Independence Build-Up: PM Mia Amor Mottley has launched the 60th Independence countdown, declaring “Barbados Day” every Friday through Nov 30.