Oxford Business Group (OBG) began its CEO Survey in 2016 with the aim of giving our clients a handle on sentiment in the various markets we cover. Sentiment is of course intangible, but it is an all-important factor in the decisions business people and investors make when they weigh up their risk appetite. In turn, sentiment informs the level of confidence with which they view a market. It is also…
Telecoms World Asia 2020-There’s never been a better time for Asia’s telecom leaders to come together to share their thoughts, solutions, and expertise. We just can’t do that in person right now.On this three-day virtual event, Telecoms World Asia will bring you insights from live presentations and panel debates across 6 channels by telco, tech and digital leaders. Join…
ASEAN’s No.1 International Trade Exhibition for Retail Technology, E-Commerce, Design & Marketing and Internet Retailing. The 5th ASEAN Retail 2020 offers a “complete solution” to manufacturers/importers/distributors of retail products/services, be in store design and furniture, retail technology, and internet and e-commerce to meet their target buyers. ASEAN Retail would be held during…
On reaching sustainable development goals To what extent are sustainability goals tied to the success of a business? ROBERT OPP: Sustainability does not necessarily contrast with long-term profit; however, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have provided a global framework to address this significant challenge. The SDGs are different from anything I have seen in the past. There…
On how conventional banks are integrating digital solutions How would you assess the potential of digital banking to boost financial inclusion in developing economies? MICHEAL GORRIZ: In Africa, where Standard Chartered opened eight digital banks in 2018-19, the cost to serve is a crucial determining factor when offering banking services. A large part of the continent is underbanked primarily…
On the role of regional banks and improving capital flows What needs to be done on the regional regulatory level to liberalise cross-border capital flows in ASEAN and increase financial integration? TAN CHOON HIN: ASEAN is a fast-growing and dynamic region. Between 2016 and 2020 we predict that the region will grow at an average annual rate of 5.2%, which is twice the predicted rate of global economic…
On channelling innovation to boost sustainability and profits How is sustainability being perceived by business executives in relation to long-term corporate performance? EDWIN CHOW: Large corporations in Singapore are beginning to realise the fact that having sustainability embedded into their work processes is actually good for them as a company. There was no single light-bulb moment, but rather…
On utilising technology to link smaller players to the supply chain How can artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven solutions support the growth of the burgeoning micro-, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) segment in Asia? RACHEL BARGER: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) serve their local markets, but many aspire to do business on a larger scale. However, their growth…
This will be an unparalleled meeting place for decision-makers, manufacturing and production managers, digital leaders, and other business professionals to share knowledge and experience in optimising the production in the age of technology. Join us @https://lnkd.in/ftcWEGW Find out more through the official website of Industries 4.0 Conference and Exhibition @https://lnkd.in/fDbq332 or contact…
The organisers of Agritechnica Asia, the DLG (German Agricultural Society) and VNU Exhibitions Asia Pacific, announced they will launch a new event, located in Thailand for the agricultural sector in South East Asia before the end of 2019. This new called “Agrifuture Conference and Exhibition – Prepare Yourself for Tomorrow's Agri-Business.” It is a part of the bold strategy for the Thailand-based…
