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Keep calm and KARI on! Lunchtime was near and my stomach was grumbling (and for some reason craving for curry) during the panel session discussing post-pandemic challenges in logistics at the Global Shippers' Forum organized by Malaysian National Shippers' Council and Malaysian Productivity Centre held on 5 September 2023 at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya. That prompted a spur of the moment formula dubbed KARI - short for Knowledge, Agility, Resilience, Innovation - to guide shippers to deal with disruptions and navigate through the VUCA landscape to ensure goods are move safely, securely, timely and cost effectively across supply chains. They must have solid KNOWLEDGE about the entire supply chain and make data-driven decisions, attain AGILITY to adopt to changes and accommodate a dynamic playing field and fluctuating circumstances, build RESILIENCE to withstand disruptions and respond to them swiftly and effectively, and inculcate a culture of INNOVATION to creatively solve problems, overcome challenges and exploit opportunities along supply chains.

“Is there scope for greater differentiation between services jobs, bearing in mind that some services jobs are essential, cannot be easily substituted with automation, and are not attractive to locals?” This para really stands out and hits a homer with me. After more than 10 years in public service and trade associations (TACs), working with companies of various sectors from #logistics, #supplychainmanagement, #restaurants, #foodandbeverage, #catering, #retail etc, we have tried various #productivity, #automation, #progressivewagemodel #pwm, #ITM, taping on NTS (https://lnkd.in/gfN4CKp5) initiatives, to address manpower shortage issues, but with limited success. While all policy intents are for the right reasons and we applaud many initiatives which focuses on leadership roles in an organisation, we need to sharpen the implementation, as not all roles in these service oriented sectors are the same. Regardless of sectors, these roles are not aligned with the aspirations of our next generation and continue to be shunned by locals - last mile drivers (for both logistics and f&b/catering sectors) and stuffing/unstuffing/repacking manpower of containers. If PWM can be sectors and occupations (#OPW) focused, can we also review and consider having foreign worker (FW) quota targeted at specific roles in these services-related sectors? #SGLogistics - We Orchastrate Every Move Singapore Logistics Association Container Depot and Logistics Association (Singapore) SAAA Singapore Singapore Transport Association Restaurant Association of Singapore Association of Catering Professionals Singapore (ACAPS) Singapore Nightlife Business Association Singapore Retailers Association

Exciting March Procurement Festival: Scratch ticket & Win and Red Packet Drawing! In March, the Shangkun Industrial International Department proudly presents its first-ever Procurement Festival, promising an exhilarating experience filled with surprises and rewards. This event isn't just about procurement; it's a celebration of our commitment to overcoming challenges and achieving greatness together, adding new dimensions to the success of Shangkun.   1. Innovative Reward System Compared to previous years, this year's Procurement Festival introduces an innovative reward system, aiming to inject more fun and excitement into the event. From revamped reward formats to inventive penalty mechanisms, we've left no stone unturned to ensure this festival is an absolute delight!   2. Diverse Reward Mechanisms The allure of the Procurement Festival lies in its diverse and captivating reward mechanisms. Participants stand a chance to win surprising hidden grand prizes, significantly enhancing the thrill and motivation of the event. Additionally, daily red packet draws offer extra incentives, providing employees with more motivation and rewards, encouraging active participation in procurement activities.   3. Igniting Competition and Team Collaboration This Procurement Festival isn't just about individual competition; it's a celebration of teamwork. The new reward system sparks competition among employees, urging them to strive for excellence and achieve personal goals. Simultaneously, teamwork becomes a key factor in success, with each individual's effort contributing to the strength of Shangkun's performance.   Join us for a March to remember at Shangkun's Procurement Festival! Excitement awaits as you scratch to win and draw red packets for thrilling surprises and rewards. Don't miss out on this fun-filled extravaganza! #MarchProcurementFestival #Shangkun #activity

THE PAN GROUP CONTINUES TO BE NAMED AMONG FORBES VIETNAM'S TOP 50 BEST LISTED COMPANIES 🌟 🌟🌟 🎉 Forbes announced the "List of 50 Best Listed Companies" on June 18, with The PAN Group serving as a notable representative in the food and beverage industry. Forbes Vietnam has announced this list for the 12th time in 2024, and PAN has had a representative for the 11th year. 🎉To be included in the list of 50 Best Listed Companies 2024, listed companies on HSX and HNX are evaluated through many steps. Companies in the preliminary round must meet specific criteria, such as making a profit in 2023 and having a minimum revenue and market capitalization of VND 500 billion. 🎉In the following round, companies are rated quantitatively on five criteria: compound annual growth rate of revenue, profit, ROE, ROC, and EPS growth from 2019 to 2023. 🎉In addition to financial indicators, Forbes monitors and conducts qualitative surveys on the company's industry position, the source of its profits, the quality of corporate governance, the debt-to-equity ratio, industry prospects, and, most importantly, business sustainability. #ThePANGroup #Forbes50

Check out the annual USC global supply chain summit at USC on August 9/10. Supply chain leaders from various industries will be attending and the theme of the summit is Reprogramming Global Supply Chain DNA: driving strategies, technologies, and human capital in a new world disorder. My colleagues Ina Lee and Greg Javor are presenting at the USC GSC Summit. https://lnkd.in/gK98YYnz 8/9 Day 1, Logistics panel: Multimodal capacity trends: a practical view and their implications for efficient and sustainable transport operations. 8/10 Day 2, S&OP panel: Getting results through Sales and Operations Planning: key takeaways from mid-sized and large company journeys to optimize performance and improve supply chain efficiency.

Uniting global hospitality giants, the Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP) is sparking change to accelerate sustainability in our supply chain. Read more about how we are leading the charge in responsponsible sourcing: https://ow.ly/Z38i30sz4I0 #SustainableHospitality #ProcurementAlliance #HARP #SustainableSourcing

KSI VN - YOUR PREFERRED BUSINESS PARTNER FOR VIETNAM’S F&B INDUSTRY Kaya Spread International Vietnam Co., Ltd (KSIVN) is a 100% foreign investment and subsidiary company of Kaya Spread International Pte Ltd Singapore in Vietnam.  ✔️We invest in and provide F&B Market Consultancy. Our team include Singapore F&B Market Research & Entry Consultants and Global Partners is ready for international corporations to conduct:   - Pre-Entry Market Research   - Market Entry   - Products / Services Sales Representation   - Franchise & Internationalism   - Project Management Services   - Business Matching Services   - Others F&B Consultancy Solutions 📌We develop diverse cuisine concepts and brands regionally, supported by a cohesive network of global partners. With over 20 manufacturing partners and a core market research and product development team, we manage 20+ successful products. Additionally, we offer expert consultations for entering Vietnam's F&B market. 📌For the KSI VN LinkedIn Page, we will share you all the Market Trends, Market Information and Vietnam’s F&B Specific news for different categories. We also welcome all the conversation and discussion about Vietnam’s F&B Market Trends! #kayaspreadinternaltional #Singapore #Vietnam #VietnamMarket #VietnamF&B #business #service #market #marketing #research #legal #sale #project #management #product #development #strategy #industry #marketresearch #analystinsights #marketstatistics 

The presence of foreign F&B companies has been growing and in demand in Malaysia. Take Mixue as an example, it has risen to dominance in a short period of time. So what are some aspects of this phenomenon? Pros:  -> Economic development: Increased foreign investment, local job opportunities, and government revenue 📈 -> Global recognition 🌍 Cons: -> Food security: Increased competition between local and foreign F&B companies  -> Cultural appropriation: Risk of food acculturation That said, having foreign F&B helps grow our economy and gives us additional palate. While this might pose competition for the local scene, underlying is actually huge collaboration opportunities between local and foreign to increase local traditional food exposure and interest in their region. If you are a local F&B, this would be the best time to consider your expansion. Let’s discuss more on Malaysian consumer preferences and behaviour before you collaborate with foreign F&B:  https://lnkd.in/g8Emi4Hn #marketresearch #opportunities #foodandbeverages #oppotus

Just to announce that besides my role in Secret Recipe, I have recently been elected to serve on the councils of two important associations in the country for the new 2024-2026 term, alongside key influential business leaders within the industry. Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) was established in the year 1992, with a vision of uniting all Malaysian Retailers as a single community in addressing concerns as a resounding voice, and to use this platform to engage with various organizations such as the Government agencies, societies of interest to form collaborations which benefits our Members in all fronts, with more than 550 Members representing over 40,000 outlets, providing more than 400,000 job opportunities in Malaysia and abroad. Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies (MCMTC) are the key driving force behind the Malaysian economy and are defined as companies with annual revenues of between RM50 million and RM500 million in the manufacturing sector and between RM20 million and RM500 million in the services sector. As of 2021, there are approximately only 15,000 MTCs in Malaysia, which is only 1.7% of all registered companies in Malaysia. In brief, MTCs employ 16% of the nation’s workforce while contributing 40% of the nation’s GDP. Looking forward to do what I can to work alongside our council, members, government agencies and the overall industry ecosystem as a whole to grow and build our nation. For more information you can visit https://lnkd.in/giPNPCqr and https://mcmtc.my/

Exciting news for Canadian Food Manufacturers and Processors! 🌍👩🍳👨🍳 New export avenues are opening up in the Philippines and Malaysia markets. 🇵🇭🇲🇾 Think about it: → Expanding your business to new horizons → Tapping into new customer bases → Experiencing diverse food cultures → Boosting your revenue and brand recognition The time to act is NOW! This is your golden opportunity to: → Introduce your quality Canadian products → Make a mark in international markets No need for extensive market research costing thousands 💰 No need for hiring local representatives or setting up offices 🏢 Just a clear understanding of your product, and a passion to grow. Get ready to take your Canadian food manufacturing and processing business to the next level! 🚀🌐 #CanadianFood #ExportOpportunity #Philippines #Malaysia #FoodManufacturing #FoodProcessing