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This is a survey-based report on Asia-Pacific, written for KPMG. This report explores regional insights from KPMG's global survey of over 1,300 CEOs, diving into their perspectives on economic outlook, ESG, technology & AI, and talent - revealing their next crucial steps.
A briefing paper written for the Economist Impact and sponsored by the Menzies Foundation. This paper is based on an extensive literature review, a social listening exercise and an expert interview programme, all of which were used to understand the evolving nature of leadership in the public, private and non-profit sectors against a backdrop of mega trends spanning technological, climate and geopolitical forces impacting the current and future role of leaders across the globe.
A report written on the state of cybersecurity progress and spending in Asia Pacific, based on a survey of business, technology and security executives across the region.
This is a research and interview-based report written for the Asian Animal Health Association. The report delves into how animal health, particularly livestock plays a crucial role in economic, social and environmental areas in the Southeast Asian region.
A survey-based report written on the developing consumer attitudes across six Southeast-Asian countries (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines and Thailand). In its 10th edition, the study tries to understand the developing consumer behaviours in terms of digital payments and commerce in the region.
A secondary-research based report written on TradeTrust, a blockchain-powered protocol developed by Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority to make the world’s first fully paperless cross-border transaction a reality.
A corporate toolkit written for AVPN Asia in collaboration with Citi. This toolkit has been designed to guide corporate professionals to strengthen youth development both within the organisation and the community.
This is a survey-based report on Asia-Pacific, written for KPMG. This report explores regional insights from KPMG's global survey of over 1,300 CEOs, diving into their perspectives on economic outlook, ESG, generative AI, and talent - revealing their next crucial steps.
A survey and interview-based report written for Economist Impact and supported by Red Hat and Intel. The report draws fresh inputs from business leaders across APAC, exploring the impact of current macroeconomic climate and emerging technology trends on business strategy and operations in the region.
A comprehensive report built on in-depth secondary research presenting a compelling case for investment in renewable energy technologies with a strategic emphasis on electric vehicles and related infrastructure across Asia. The research also incorporates insights from interviews with subject matter experts spanning critical Asian economies such as China, India, Indonesia and Singapore.
A report written on the back of a global survey of 500 individuals (company executives, policymakers and investors). This report is written for Economist Impact and is supported by GSMA Intelligence and Huawei. The report draws insights from survey results and interviews on the impact of information communication technology (ICT) investments on the global digital economy.
A survey-based report written on the investible opportunity and M&A potential within the life sciences and healthcare space in Asia Pacific.
A whitepaper written on digital upskilling and sustainability within Southeast Asia and its potential impacts on employment and the economy. Focused on four key sectors within Southeast Asia—manufacturing, agriculture, energy and utilities, financial services. This report is further supplemented using secondary research.
A skills gap report written for Economist Impact and supported by Google at the back of an Asia-based survey of 14 major Asian markets. The report contains key insights on reskilling and upskilling in 14 markets in the region, derived from extensive desk research, a primary research survey and expert interviews.
A report written on the state of cybersecurity progress and spending in Southeast Asia, based on a survey of C-suite executives across the region.
The report is written at the back of a survey and interview with subject-matter experts on changing supply chain trends influenced by increasing risks and sustainability issues in the current global environment.
A report written for Economist Impact and supported by HSBC, exploring how digital technologies are redefining what it means to age productively. The report is backed by survey of 600 Hong Kong residents aged 30-69 years old, and explores their attitudes towards the role of technology in their lives and the barriers impeding digital adoption among their age groups.
The magnetic workplace barometer is a report from Economist Impact, sponsored by Kyocera Document Solutions. It explores what qualities the workplace of the future must have to ensure employee retention and drive sustainable business growth and productivity.
Economist Impact, supported by GEP, conducted a survey of 400 supply chain and operations' executives across US and Europe, on their resilience and sustainability approach amid global inflation and supply chain disruptions. This whitepaper explores some of the key messages that emerged from the survey.
Economist Impact, supported by Google Workspace, conducted a survey of more than 600 knowledge workers across Asia Pacific about their experiences with hybrid or flexible work. This whitepaper explores the changing dynamics around future of work in Southeast Asia.
Economist Impact, supported by Google Workspace, conducted a survey of more than 600 knowledge workers across Asia Pacific about their experiences with hybrid or flexible work. This whitepaper explores why the North Asian region will be slow to adopt flexible work.
Economist Impact, supported by Google Workspace, conducted a survey of more than 600 knowledge workers across Asia Pacific about their experiences with hybrid or flexible work. This whitepaper explores the growing adoption of hybrid and remote work in Australian workplaces.
Economist Impact, supported by Google Workspace, conducted a survey of more than 600 knowledge workers across Asia Pacific about their experiences with hybrid or flexible work. This whitepaper explores the growing demands for hybrid work amid slow to change workplace culture in India.
This whitepaper was written on the back of a benchmark developed by Economist Impact. Commissioned by Cognizant, the research aimed at providing a quantifiable and comparative assessment of the future-readiness of different key economies' business environments, and this report focused on Australia.
This whitepaper written for Economist Impact and commissioned by GEP, delves into the evolving world of supply chain disruption and how businesses' responded. It is based on a survey conducted between December 2021 and February 2022 of 400 executives in the US and Europe familiar with their organisation’s supply chain strategy and operations.
A mini-briefing paper written for Economist Impact, and commissioned by SAP, on the back of a survey of 430 C-level executives, with accompanying research and interviews on the increased use of external workers at organisations, and the impact of this trend on procurement.
This whitepaper was written for Economist Impact on the back of a survey of 150 government organisations across Southeast Asia. The paper looks at digital transformation in government, and how covid-19 served as a catalyst for increased digitalisation, creating new incentives and opportunities.
This report by Economist Impact, sponsored by Tableau, explores the reasons behind and the implications of the Great Resignation in Asia-Pacific. It also take a look at how companies can take a data-driven approach in improving employee retention and managing the workforce of the future.
This paper, written for Economist Impact, and commissioned by SAP, looks at challenges in business continuity and profitability for organisations through the lens of procurement; ascertains steps taken by procurement professionals to secure supply in this difficult operating environment; and explores the impacts of trends such as regionalisation, localisation, reshoring/nearshoring and the environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) agenda on their activities.
This report by Economist Impact, and sponsored by Airbnb, explores the recovery of tourism in the Asia-Pacific region. It looks at ways in which travel could change with the rise of the conscious traveller.
A research report detailing the rise of Web 3.0, its development and what it means for the economy and the financial services industry as a whole.
This whitepaper explores how progressive telcos are diversifying their revenue streams, particularly relying on digital products and services, and what these changes mean for consumers and for the evolution of the telcos themselves.
This whitepaper explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chains in the Asia-Pacific region and is based on findings from a survey of 175 supply-chain managers and a series of interviews that supplements the research.
This whitepaper explores the surge in alternative payments—and mobile wallets in particular—in emerging markets, owing to growing digitalisation and changing customer behaviour.
This report is written on the back of a consumer survey of over 600 Hong Kong residents, and focuses on their financial, health and social preparedness for life after retirement, and their perceptions on productive ageing.
This report is written on the back of a global survey of more than 360 business executives on the implications of remote work on organisations, their employees and on productivity. How are organisations responding to change, and how are they supporting productivity?
Edited this global report on the state of trade in a post-COVID world, published by The Economist Intelligence Unit and sponsored by DP World. The report looks at how the pandemic changed trade and expectations of trade among companies.
A white paper that looks at the evolution of the gaming industry, and mobile gaming in particular. The paper looks at the factors that have driven the surge in mobile gaming and its prospects for the future, with a deep-dive into payments and various payment types. Research for this report was supplemented with interviews with industry professionals.
A research report detailing the rapid surge in over-the-top media consumption globally on the back of advancements in mobile technology, higher bandwidth connectivity, quality content and the availability of diverse payment options. Research for this report was supplemented with interviews with industry professionals.
A survey-based report written for the Economist Intelligence Unit and sponsored by ANZ. The report delves on the benefits companies are reaping from deploying fintech services.
The telecom sector has driven the increase in mobile subscriptions in the Middle East, leading to both internet penetration and consumption growth. This research-based report analyses and uncovers regional digital disruption in the region, and what its governments are doing to support the trend.
A research-based report on digitalisation in Latin America being driven by the surge in smartphone usage and higher mobile broadband penetration rates.
Analysis for and writing of a report by the Economist Intelligence Unit and sponsored by ANZ that looks at the growing role of technology in corporate growth and international expansion.
This is a detailed interview- and research-driven whitepaper prepared for the European Chamber of Commerce in Singapore. It is focused on Singapore’s healthcare industry and in particular the industry transformation map. It provides an insight into how the pharmaceutical, medical devices, insurance and health technology sectors can work with the government in realising the transformation.
This report for the Economist Intelligence Unit looks at how government policies across Asia are either enabling or inhibiting the growth of illicit trade. It is written on the back of an index created for the purpose by the Economist Intelligence Unit with supplementary research through secondary sources and interviews with stakeholders.
A whitepaper written for INSEAD's Emerging Markets Institute that looks at gender parity in senior corporate roles in the technology and finance sectors in Asia. The paper captures the views of senior corporate leaders in the two sectors across Asia and provides insight into the reasons contributing to this disparity, and possible ways to address the issue.
A research-based report highlighting the lack of infrastructure spending in the GCC and how that is stifling economic and social development in the region. The report looks at ways to address the funding gaps by using public private partnership frameworks to attract and retain foreign investments.
This assignment for Infrastructure Investor entailed the writing of three feature articles for on developments and trends in the infrastructure investing in Australia. Based on secondary research and conversations with leading practitioners in the space, the pieces delved into different aspects of Australian infrastructure including asset recycling, public-private partnerships, mergers and acquisitions. One piece focused on the renewable energy sector.
This report for the Economist Intelligence Unit was based on results drawn from analysing CIO profiles spanning diverse industries in the Asia-Pacific region. The report offers an understanding of dynamic changes in a CIO’s role in an organisation as a result of visible growth seen in technology adoption across various industries.
A report written for the Economist Intelligence Unit based on two webinars focused on the changing nature of asset management in emerging markets, given the opportunities available in these economies.
This is a case study for INSEAD chronicling the growth of K-Pop, and a startup's mission to bring the artists and the sponsors together on one platform.
This case study for INSEAD looks at an incubator programme in Singapore and how one firm participating in it is developing a software platform that automates the development and deployment of customised deep learning software for edge devices of any brand and computing ability.
An INSEAD case study that explores the different strategies that catapulted Hartalega—a Malaysian publicly-listed company—to become one of the world’s largest nitrile glove manufacturers.
This is the first of a three-part case study on Sunac, a real estate company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It details the various factors at play in Sunac’s proposed acquisition of Greentown, another real estate business in China.
This is the second of a three-part case study on real estate major Sunac. It chronicles what followed Sunac’s payment of HKD6.3 billion for Greentown.
This is the final of a three-part case study on Sunac, examining the company’s earlier bid to acquire two other real estate players in China in 2015, namely Kaisa and Yurun.
Our team wrote the Private Equity Navigator, a bi-annual private equity report published by INSEAD’s Global Private Equity Initiative. Each report looked at different private equity trends, such as those related to fundraising, investment numbers, returns, and return comparisons between regions.
This is the introductory chapter in a book that commemorates the evolution of the materials science industry in Singapore. It was written for the Nanyang Technological University.
This is a series of articles written for a special report published by Infrastructure Investor in partnership with the ASEAN Secretariat. The articles written by our team focus on infrastructure connectivity plans in ASEAN, the status of various initiatives that have been taken to draw private investment, the regulatory environment for infrastructure investing, and an analysis of opportunities in specific infrastructure sectors.
Features
No longer an obscure investment theme, the strategy is drawing interest from both public and private LPs as supply chains are rethought.
A feature on oil giant Shell’s foray into connected logistics, through the setting up of a start-up that seeks to address key pain points in supply chain systems globally.
This feature article looks in detail at the growing trend of vitamin subscriptions, which are being fuelled by growing awareness, increasing affluence and changing lifestyles across the Asia-Pacific region.
A feature detailing the conditions favouring the growth the private equity industry in the Middle East and North Africa, based on secondary research and conversations with private equity industry professionals.
This is a feature written for Infrastructure Investor magazine on the back of a conference on infrastructure investment in emerging markets, its challenges and opportunities.
A feature written for Global Trade Review that looks at the slowdown in the demand for petrochemical products, the factors underpinning the decline in demand, and how the industry is coping with the downward trend.
This feature for Private Debt Investor delves into the emergence of private debt in the Asian private equity and infrastructure investment space.
This feature for Global Trade Review chronicles the impact of shifts and trends in global trade on India’s exporters and how they are coping with the challenges faced.
The lack of investment in India’s transport infrastructure is adversely impacting its GDP growth. This piece written for Global Trade Review sheds light on various initiatives taken by the government to address this shortfall.
This feature is focused on the Chinese government’s push for infrastructure development in the country, and the multiple infrastructure investment opportunities that it opened to private investors.
Rewriting and editing a commentary written on the back of a series of webinars focusing on how employers in Singapore are managing government and employee responses in the face of COVID-19.
Articles
A secondary-research based article written for DBS on the potential of green aluminium in Indonesia and how financial institutions can play an active role in supporting Indonesia government's efforts by providing the essential financing needed by companies to invest in more sustainable aluminium production.
A secondary-research based article written for DBS on the evolving global tariff situation kickstarted by US President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs. Understanding its impacts on Asian businesses, can equip them to respond to it appropriately.
An article written for DBS Bank on the future of trade finance and how important is the role of banks, businesses, industry partners and governments in collaborating to develop innovative trade financing products to drive a sustainable growth in the global trading system.
A thought-leadership piece written for the group head of global transaction services at DBS Bank. The article provides an overview of the Asia Pacific trade industry, from the challenges brought about by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, to the opportunities arising from regulatory support and technological advancements.
An article on how the new generation of family business leaders in Asia are thinking differently and how this transition can be effectively done.
A piece written for KPMG on how family businesses are looking at sustainability, through effective succession planning and strong family governance.
An article written for KPMG on how ASPAC family businesses' perceive about governance, legacy and structure. Family businesses looking to succeed should strike a balance between wisdom of the older generation and fresh ideas and perspectives of the young.
Writing a secondary research-based article on the growing economic partnership between Australia and ASEAN and what the future holds in terms of key areas of cooperation between the two economies.
Writing a secondary research-based article on how AI is playing a crucial role in Southeast Asia’s agriculture sector. With the region’s growing population and climate challenges, AI applications are helping farmers manage plant diseases, pests, and livestock more efficiently.
An article written for KPMG delving in the emerging trends in the infrastructure space in Asia-Pacific, that will dictate the landscape of infrastructure development in the region.
A case study detailing the support PwC provided their client AEON Bank in realising a comprehensive customer relationship management platform.
An article written for KPMG, detailing how collaboration between the region's economies, could lay the blueprint towards developing a more livable, sustainable and equitable urban cities in Asia Pacific.
An article written for DBS Bank on how digitalisation is redefining how trade is conducted, making it more efficient, transparent and secure.
This is the first part of an article written for SmartKarma, detailing how electrification and other factors are reshaping the entire automotive industry.
This is the second part of an article written for SmartKarma, detailing how electrification and other factors are reshaping the entire automotive industry.
An article written for Oliver Wyman, discussing how companies and governments can further push the use of alternative fuels for a zero-carbon Asia.
Written at the back of a research programme supported by Philip Morris International, this article explores the emerging model of new globalisation, and on the role of innovation in delivering a more equitable and sustainable model of growth and development.
Written at the back of a research programme supported by Philip Morris International, this article looks at examples of how frugal innovation are bearing commendable results in emerging economies, requiring governments to respond positively.
Written at the back of a research programme supported by Philip Morris International, this article explores how tech clusters fuel innovation and economic growth.
Indian companies are mindful of digitalisation needs and are well on their digitalisation journeys. 88% of the surveyed c-suite executives report satisfaction with innovation and digital transformation strategies their companies have adopted or are planning to adopt.
The findings of the survey reflect strong enthusiasm among Indian corporates for a range of sustainability initiatives. Their top choices are setting sustainability targets and conducting regular sustainability best practice trainings and knowledge-sharing sessions in the organisation.
Indian corporates are moving away from what was traditionally understood as the 'workplace' as they adapt to the changing market environment. Indian companies are thinking about the purpose of the workplace and redefining it using digital communication and collaboration tools.
As digital technologies and innovations become embedded in the day-to-day of consumers and enterprises, the role of telcos has seen a significant transformation over the past decade. Innovating new technologies and implementing them will be moot with poor network connectivity.
As rapid tech adoption continues, high-quality and seamless connectivity will be fundamental to ensuring that organisations in the public and private sector are able to take advantage of the digital economy.
Investments in ICT infrastructure and consequent digitalisation will drive the fourth industrial revolution. Much as steam power and the mechanisation of production drove the industrial revolution three centuries ago, ICT innovation will drive the fourth industrial revolution through gains from digitalisation.
China's recent emergence from its prolonged COVID lockdown and shift away from strict zero-COVID rules is having a positive impact on output and consumption in the country. In particular, the reopening of the economy is a positive sign for the metals and mining sector, which feeds into several other important industries such as infrastructure, shipping, aviation, steel and automotives, that are the pillars of the region's economic growth.
This article was written at the back of the regional skills gap survey conducted by Economist Impact between November 2022 and January 2023
Just a month into summer, Australia was already bracing itself for record-breaking rainfall and "dangerous" heatwaves. But this is not new for the country. 1 The summer bushfires of 2019-20 still loom large in the public imagination, and research shows that these extreme weather events will only intensify over time.
This article is written on the back of a survey of 350 corporate leaders conducted across different markets, exploring how companies are rethinking sustainable recovery. This article explores how talent management is being approached amid the pandemic.
Digital technologies have been instrumental in helping businesses tide over the worst of covid-19. This article, written on the back of a survey of 350 executives, explores how businesses are planning their growth and looking to realise their potential.
An article for the Economist Intelligence Unit showcasing the benefits technology is bringing to the energy sector, while resolving several long-standing issues in the areas of to electricity generation, transmission, distribution and storage.
The banking sector has traditionally been conservative in adopting emerging technologies, but things are changing rapidly with the entry of digital banks across Asia. The COVID-19 outbreak has accelerated tech adoption and provided a fillip to digitalisation efforts across all sectors including financial services.
An article written for the Economist Intelligence Unit that talks about how fintech is supporting the growth of small businesses by providing companies with access to larger markets virtually, and by increasing efficiencies in a variety of operational aspects of business.
An article for the Economist Intelligence Unit that looks at some of the ways in which technology is helping change the face of infrastructure as we know it, particularly through the use of AI.
An article written based on a blockchain event in Singapore—on how blockchain is being actively used in industries—from financial services to trade finance, health care, insurance and supply chain management.
An article that looks at the low rates of female participation in Asia’s workforce, why this must be addressed and how it can be done.
This article on BRINK Asia dwells on important developments and events that shaped 2018, such as developments in renewable energy, around the Belt & Road Initiative, the continuation of US-China trade tensions and the continued interest in fintech.
This article for Mercer highlights the need for Singaporean employers to consider international health coverage to attract skilled global talent to the city-state.
This is an opinion piece written for The Kathmandu Post, a popular English daily in Nepal. It looks at Nepal’s burgeoning trade deficit, the need to control it and possible ways to do it.
This piece outlines the importance of providing international medical plans that take into consideration maternity expenses, dental checkups and care for dependents so as to attract global talent and facilitate sustainable organisational growth.
An article enriched with key points from the fourth Singapore Dialogue on Sustainable World Resources. It highlights issues surrounding Southeast Asia's sustainable and environmental policies, and how these can be addressed with collaboration, sustainable finance and technology.
An article for the Nikkei Asian Review that looks at a Singapore-based firm’s push for a new model of 'agglomeration’, in which companies in the marketing space share resources and expertise and combine for a listing to meet their funding requirements more easily.
This article explains why inequality in Asia is threatening economic growth. It goes on to discuss the resultant environmental and health impacts, accompanied by increased polarisation and the need for inclusivity.
Interspersed with interviews, this article chronicles the sudden influx of investments in India’s e-commerce sector and the massive role it could play in its economic growth.
This opinion piece for the Nikkei Asian Review provides insight into the economic challenges faced in Nepal owing to the seven-week shutdown announced by minority groups in the south of the country and an unofficial economic blockade on the country imposed by southern neighbour India.
This article in the Nikkei Asian Review is focused on recent income tax policies introduced by the Singapore and Hong Kong governments in their recent budget announcements, and how the two economies are taking different approaches towards addressing similar challenges.
Branded content
An advertisement feature written for the Economist Impact and sponsored by the Mitsubishi Corporation, exploring how one of Japan’s major investment and trading companies is changing its business model to meet the evolving needs of global industries.
A branded piece written for Economist Impact and commissioned by Hyundai showcasing how The Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) is revolutionising the automobile customer journey, with an on-premise restaurant that is supplied with produce from a co-located, fully automated farm.
A profile written for the Economist Impact, commissioned by FM. The profile tells how being a woman, Yong Seek Ying broke through many gender norms to become a shining example for women in STEM.
A branded piece on the legacy of FM founder Zachariah Allen, who pioneered a revolutionary approach to risk and loss prevention, which still rings true in a modern, volatile world.
A branded piece written on the urgency and importance of data-driven insurance to safeguard Australian businesses against growing climate risks.
A branded content written on the topic of how businesses can enable a smooth ERP transition, bolstering competitiveness and finding sustainable value
A branded piece written for Economist Impact and sponsored by Huawei. The piece delves into the growing potential of advanced wearables in promoting better health.
A branded piece written for Economist Impact and sponsored by Huawei. The piece delves into how advanced digital technologies are enabling businesses across industries achieve more accurate production, reduce service downtime and boost cost savings.
A branded piece written for Economist Impact and sponsored by Huawei. The piece tries to draw a link between technological innovation and socio-economic development.
Digital and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have become essential sources of value for companies. When properly implemented, they enable businesses to generate new revenues, improve customer experiences and lower costs. McKinsey analysis of data from the financial sector shows that digital leaders among banks create almost twice as much shareholder value as the laggards.
The adoption of artificial intelligence doubled from 2017 to 2022, as a growing number of companies began to use it in a broad range of functional activities and business units. The immense potential of generative AI (genAI) could quicken the pace even more. Powered by foundation models, genAI uses neural networks – a type of deep-learning algorithm – to mine vast quantities of data. Unlike traditional AI, it can also generate original content, including audio, code, images, text,...
While incumbent companies enjoy advantages that give them an edge in new-business building over start-ups, they are not a guarantee of success. According to McKinsey's analysis, only 16 per cent of all new businesses built by Fortune 100 companies since 2000 have achieved annual revenues of more than US$50mn.
Targeted advertising remains relevant as the internet continues to dramatically expand the options available to consumers today and shift consumer habits. So far in 2023, Huawei organised Petal Ads Summit in Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand, where industry experts gathered to discuss the latest developments in mobile advertising.
Global healthcare has long struggled with unequal access to medicines. Inequities not only exist between rich and poor countries, but also between the wealthy and the poor within countries. In low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), Covid-19 has exacerbated existing challenges in healthcare delivery.
An interview with Harsh Shah, Chief Executive Officer, Azure Power, delving into the changing dynamics around energy security in India and how digitalisation plays a key role.
An interview with Nitin Mittal, President – Technology & Data, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, exploring the rapid change being witnessed in the content and media consumption landscape in India, amid the pandemic.
An interview with Rahul Tandon, Head – Digital Transformation (Project Anubhav), Bharat Petroleum on the growing demand for energy in India and how that has called for a transition towards sustainability in the energy sector.
An interview with Ananth Narayanan, founder and CEO, Mensa Brands on India's booming retail sector and the role of technology in powering its next growth phase.
The world is grappling with a multitude of crises that have stretched government budgets thin and tested administrative capabilities.
Governments globally are embracing digitalisation to engage more deeply with citizens and to improve the people's access to public services.
In the face of successive national and international crises, countries need to build cohesive and inclusive societies more urgently than ever, and governments have an essential role to play.
An article written for Singapore Maritime Foundation on a seafarer's account of living and working at sea away from his family.
For many, graduation brings joy, enthusiasm, and celebration, which also marks the first step into one of the most important and formative journeys of our lives. This is the time where students put all of their energy into fulfilling their career ambitions and dreams.
Article written for Singapore Maritime Foundation on a Rookie's first days at the maritime industry.
Article written for Singapore Maritime Foundation on a rookie's career in the maritime industry.
An article written on how a mentor can play a vital role in expediting learning in the maritime industry.
An article written for the Singapore Maritime Foundation how accelerating digital transformation in the Maritime industry is vital and imperative.
In this interview for The Economist Intelligence Unit, commissioned by Accenture, we spoke with Sumant Bhargavan, an executive director at ITC who oversees its FMCG business, to understand how the company has responded to the downturn and the role technology has played in its response.
In this interview for The Economist Intelligence Unit, commissioned by Accenture, we spoke with Karsten Mueller, executive vice president, manufacturing and quality at Bosch India, about technology-related developments in Indian manufacturing, its future and the changes that must come for India to become a global manufacturing hub.
In this interview for The Economist Intelligence Unit, commissioned by Accenture, we spoke with Tejas Mehta, chief technology officer at RBL Bank, one of India’s fastest growing private sector banks, about innovation in banking, how the industry has been forced to respond to changes over the past 18 months, and some challenges it faces.
In this interview for The Economist Intelligence Unit, commissioned by Accenture, we spoke with Rajesh Jejurikar, executive director, auto & farm sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra, one of India’s largest automotive companies and the world’s largest tractor manufacturer, about post-COVID learnings, and the prospects of India’s auto sector.
The post-pandemic economic downturn and uneven economic recovery have meant investors are readjusting their investment strategies. This branded content article for Citi examines how.
This branded content article for Microsoft looks at how technology has provided a lifeline to businesses and institutions, but organisations must not overlook the role of people in building an agile, responsive culture that empowers everyone to drive innovation and transformation.
"How can young professionals entering the workforce be prepared for a post-Covid world?" -- A branded content article for INSEAD
The use of cloud services among businesses in Australia doubled between 2014-18 from 19% to 42%.¹ The mining sector has been no exception, with companies in Australia increasingly moving their on-site operations over to the cloud, and adopting a host of other technologies. Mining occupies a unique position in Australia's economy.
This short paper for Mastercard examines the importance of outbound Chinese tourists to the Asia-Pacific tourism market, and vendors' need to digitalise in order to cater to this massive market that continues to grow.
This piece for a leading Singapore bank delves into the uncertain economic conditions SMEs are faced with, and how digitalisation can play an important role in supporting businesses by enhancing efficiencies and reducing costs.
This branded piece for Hitachi looks at smart and sustainable practices, energy management and better urban transportation, which could act as enablers for certain the ASEAN region’s smart infrastructure development aspirations.
This branded piece for Hitachi illustrates the importance of data and the need for public and private participation in realising urbanisation the smart way.
This branded piece for Huawei is about the impact technology can deliver towards ensuring quality education and how Huawei is providing solutions that can have far-reaching effects on the education sector.
This piece for Huawei offers brief insight into the benefits of Huawei’s Wi-Fi 6 innovation. It is about how this new technology holds the potential to resolve several long standing network connectivity and bandwidth capacity woes.
This article for UOB discusses Singapore’s massive support package for enterprises, individuals and households in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It details various government initiatives to support the economy, and how UOB is a partnering with the government for many of them.
SMEs anywhere face numerous hurdles at every stage of their growth. This piece for a leading Singapore bank looks at the various tools at the disposal of SMEs as they look to navigate a challenging operating environment.
Huawei’s Wi-Fi 6 capabilities are state-of-the-art. This article explains how emerging economies such as India stand to derive rich benefit from deploying Wi-Fi 6 infrastructure.
A look into the Singapore government’s Stabilisation and Support Package announced as part of the 2020 budget for a leading Singapore bank, and the measures included in the package to support Singaporean enterprises, workers and households.
A perspective on how companies are responding to COVID-19 by implementing flexible remuneration structures for their senior leadership as they look to contain costs and rethink cash flows and working capital requirements.
A branded piece on how Guy Carpenter is bringing a wealth of change in initiating a gender diversity in the corporate sector. Initiating changes in terms of both policies and thought process.
Interviews
An interview-based article on gender equality, with a focus on Asia. Mercer’s Kate Bravery and Godelieve van Dooren were interviewed to share their insights on the topic.
An interview with Ms. Shailey Hingorani, Head of Advocacy, Research and Communications, AWARE, on Asian women facing gender disparity due to their role as primary caregivers and how the Singapore government is addressing this imbalance.
Mr. Mahamoud Islam, Senior Asia Economist, Euler Hermes, shares his perspectives around China's Belt & Road Initiative and the criticism around mounting debts for participating countries in this interview.
An interview with Wei Chuan Beng, Commission Member of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. He shares the Malaysian government's initiatives on ensuring digital inclusivity growth in the country.
An interview with Mr. Manu Bhaskaran, Director, Centennial Group International, and Founding Director and CEO Centennial Asia Advisors. Mr. Bhaskaran shares his perspective on the growing impact of trade protectionism and the Singapore government’s efforts in addressing these gaps.
In part one of a two-part interview, Mr. Tan Kok Yam, Deputy Secretary, Smart Nation & Digital Government at the Prime Minister’s Office, Singapore shares the government's smart nation vision and key measures implemented towards mitigating cyber risks.
In part two of the interview, Mr. Tan Kok Yam elaborates on the importance of balancing smart initiatives and cyber security measures and also on the implications of increased digitisation for Asian cities.
In this interview, Mr. Christopher Leck, Deputy Group Director, Technology and Industry Development at Land Transport Authority, Singapore, shares the government's vision for the implementation and adoption of smart technology systems to address growing issues around urban mobility.
In this first part of a conversation with Ms. Herry Cho, Director and Head of Sustainable Finance Asia, ING, on the viability of green financing in Asia, she stresses upon the importance of sustainable finance for Asian businesses and the subsequent evolution of the regulatory landscape in Asia.
The second part of the interview with Ms. Herry Cho further advises governments and businesses to find the right balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability.
This is the first of a two-part interview with Mr. Scott Wightman, British High Commissioner to Singapore, on the importance of an economic relationship between the UK and the Southeast Asian region in the face of Brexit and increasing trade tensions.
In this second part, Mr. Scott Wightman elaborates further on how the relationship between the UK and Singapore can boost an 'innovation economy'.
In this interview, Mr. Huang Zhongwen, Director, Digital Planning Lab at the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore, shares his insights on the importance of using data and technology in urban planning.
This is the first of a two-part interview with Mr. Hoe Ee Khor, Chief Economist, AMRO, on the importance of trade for the ASEAN+3 economies and the implications that growing protectionism could have on its growth trajectory.
In the second part of the interview, Mr. Hoe Ee Khor discusses the proliferation of advanced automation, which although productive, could lead to displaced workforces and labour up-skilling challenges in the ASEAN+3 economies.
In this first of a two-part interview, Mr. John West, Executive Director, Asian Century Institute, shares his views on how Asian businesses need to quickly adapt to the growing influence of AI and automation and how they can ascend global value chains to remain competitive.
In the second part of this conversation, Mr. West stresses the need for a stringent cyber security system and corporate governance for Asian businesses to effectively expand globally.
In this first of a two-part interview, Mr. Ludovic Subran, Global Head of Macroeconomic Research at Allianz and Chief Economist, Euler Hermes, shares his views on the implications of China's Belt & Road Initiative and trade and investment opportunities created for Asian economies.
Mr. Ludovic Subran, in this second part, delves into the challenges and opportunities confronting Asian businesses in expanding overseas, and how Asian governments are providing support.
This is the first of a two-part interview with Mr. Parag Khanna, Senior Research Fellow at the Centre on Asia and Globalisation, Singapore, on the Belt & Road Initiative’s possible economic impact on other Asian economies and the associated challenges surrounding this development.
In this second part of the interview, Mr. Khanna shares his views on growing US-China trade protectionism measures, and how Asian economies could go on to lead the global economy in the years to come.
This is the first of a two-part interview with world-renowned economist Mr. Ha-joon Chang, on the importance of an effective industrial policy in Asia's economic growth.
In this second part, Dr. Ha-joon Chang explains how the East Asian economic development blueprint provides lessons for other developing economies in Asia, Africa and Latin America.
In this first part of an interview with Mr. Pushpanathan Sundram, Former Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the ASEAN Economic Community, Mr. Sundram shares his views on the issues plaguing the ASEAN grouping, and what the bloc must do to realise its full economic potential for the sake of its people and its businesses.
In the second part of the interview, Mr. Sundram talks about the progress made by ASEAN in the past 50 years, and how it can brace itself for the challenges it can expect to face going forward.
In this interview, Singapore’s master planner Dr. Liu Thai Ker talks about urban planning, and finding the right balance between economic growth, sustainability and liveability.
This interview based article offers insights shared by Dr. Pankaj Ghemawat and Prof. Anselmo Rubiralta. It allows an understanding of collaboration benefits in context to creation of the ASEAN Economic Community and what the term ‘globaloney’ means.
Editing
Editing of a research brief detailing key insights from the Faith and Giving initiative by AVPN. The brief shares how faith-aligned givers are working with local communities and organisations to tackle poverty in Asia, emphasising on long-term impact and betterment of the society in the region.
Edited and proofread Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank's annual report for 2023. The report gives insights into the multilateral bank's structure, strategy and financing of critical infrastructure in their Member countries.
Editing report on steps taken by Asia-Pacific companies in reporting their Scope 3 emissions and efforts in mitigating it.
This project entailed the substantive editing of a report that delves into the issue of diversity in data and technology roles across various industries in Asia-Pacific. The report outlines the key action items from roundtable discussions organised by the Courage Council and She Loves Data.
This editing assignment was for an Oliver Wyman report that provides insights into some of the key constraints the Gulf economies are facing when it comes to the successful delivery of SDGs and how they can mitigate and/or address these challenges.
We copyedit the Think Tank newsletter for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies in Singapore. The newsletter is focused on geopolitical and strategic developments in the region.
Copyediting of a paper for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies that examines the Prosperous and Justice Party (PKS)’s strategy in the 2019 Indonesian general elections.
This copyediting assignment was for a report for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies on the menace of marine plastic pollution in Southeast Asia and the broader East Asia region, and ways to solve it.
Copyediting of a paper for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies that looks at Myanmar's efforts to build financial institutions almost from scratch.
We copyedit the Think Tank newsletter for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies in Singapore. The newsletter is focused on geopolitical and strategic developments in the region.
This particular proofreading project was for a book celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Ministry of National Development, Singapore. It chronicles the story of Singapore’s national development from pre-independence to the present day.
This editing assignment for Oliver Wyman spans a report on the Gulf economies' resilience, and what is required for them to transform into post-oil economies.
This proofreading project was for the 'Better Cities' August 2019 newsletter, published by The Centre for Liveable Cities (CLC), Singapore.
This proofreading project was commissioned by The Centre for Liveable Cities, Singapore for the editing of the news.
This proofreading assignment was for a book that was a collaboration between the Professional Engineers Board and the Centre for Liveable Cities at the Ministry of National Development, Singapore. It captures some of the key facets of the Singapore story, in the making of one of the world’s most liveable cities.
This selection of articles examines the BRI’s recent track record of successes and challenges and its impacts both domestically and internationally.
A selection of articles exploring the myriad of risks and opportunities in the emerging market of India.
A selection of articles representing key economic and social issues which organisations in India have to contend with.
This project entailed the copyediting of a paper for the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies that analyses the profitability of the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail based on the relationship between population density and profit margins of railway companies in several countries.
A selection of articles containing timely perspectives on the various risks and opportunities associated with China's Belt and Road Initiative.
A selection of articles focused on the Association of Southeast Asian Nations curated by our editorial team.
A selection of articles focused on the various risks and opportunities associated with India’s rapid economic growth and societal development, curated by our editorial team.
Copyediting of a report for Oliver Wyman that analyses the boom in infrastructure demand in Asia, and delves into the drivers and challenges associated with infrastructure financing in the region, including the inadequacy of the existing financing model driven by the public sector based on future requirements forecasts.
This copyediting project was for an Oliver Wyman report that explores the benefits of engaging the private sector in infrastructure development across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and recommends five action steps for GCC governments to ensure successful public-private partnerships.
Copyediting of a report by Marsh and Oxford Economics that looks at the impact of oil prices on Asia. The report identifies winners and losers amongst producers, consumers, and governments, and stress-tests the macroeconomic impacts of further falls in oil prices through scenario analysis.
Copyediting of a report for the Marsh & McLennan Companies focusing on the evolving risk concerns in Asia-Pacific, drawing on insights covering societal ageing, infrastructure and cyber risks.
A selection of articles provide critical insight into the traditional and emerging risks facing companies in the oil & gas sector.
A compendium written and edited on the state of oil & gas industry globally. It contains series of articles contributed by industry experts on the risk and opportunities in the oil & gas sector.
This assignment entailed the copyediting of a report that examines the key drivers of elderly healthcare and the financial impact across Asia-Pacific.