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Global Semiconductor Industry on the Rise in Asia

4 years ago

Modern society depends on semiconductors and the role they play in telecommunications, energy, automotive and military equipment, and other types of technology. These conductive materials are necessary to build the integrated circuits, transistors, diodes, and capacitors that make advanced electronics work. Despite the fundamental importance of semiconductors to 21st century technology, relatively few countries are […]

New Territories, New Opportunities: Making the Most of the RCEP

4 years ago

On 15 November 2020, 10 ASEAN countries signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), along with China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. This new free trade agreement exists outside of the WTO and represents approximately 30% of global GDP. Not all eligible countries elected to participate, however; India backed out amid concerns that […]

How Carbon Trading is Reshaping Modern Industry

4 years ago

Carbon trading has long been a key factor in shaping the industrial economy, and its impact is set to rapidly grow as countries redouble their efforts to forestall global warming. Since the 1990s, governments around the world have agreed to reduce total carbon emissions in an effort to slow the effects of climate change. Europe’s […]

A New Recipe for Success: Meeting the Expectations of Tomorrow’s Food Industry

4 years ago

Food, Beverage and Nutrition sectors in the Asia-Pacific region have learned a key lesson this pandemic year: Businesses should always be prepared to confront uncertainty with technology. Even if we set aside the unique challenges presented by COVID, market conditions now change too quickly and too often for any static business plan or traditional set […]

Career Advice for Procurement Leaders of the Future

4 years ago

​At Connexus Global we regularly liaise with business heads and thought leaders across the spectrum of business, finance, supply chain and procurement, and discuss the role of the procurement function, it’s future direction and the sought after skills for future leaders in this space. Following is some pertinent advice, for individuals at all levels within […]

As Consumer Behaviour Changes, How are Sales & Marketing Leaders Adapting?

4 years ago

Though COVID-19 vaccines have begun rolling out in SEA, ‘normal’ still feels like a faraway place. People continue taking precautions to maintain a safe environment both at home and work. More than a year of these concerns has led to real changes in consumer behaviour that are likely to outlast the pandemic itself. The convenience […]

Supply Chain Talent Trends in 2021 and Beyond

4 years ago

As we enter Q2 2021, the post-pandemic future is slowly coming into view – and current trends already shed considerable light onto what businesses should expect for the months and years to come. One key theme already evident throughout the private sector is the need for improved supply chain sustainability across Asia-Pacific. Companies will also […]

Increasing Demand for Semiconductor Talent in Asia – Pacific

4 years ago

One of the most important drivers of the world economy, the semiconductor industry is also among the most complex in terms of manufacturing. While this sector has long been dominated by the West, businesses in Asia-Pacific are rapidly building their production capability – with fascinating economic consequences. Currently, only one company in the world (ASML) […]

Biofuels and Hydrogen: The Future of the Energy Trading Business?

4 years ago

As part of a cleaner path forward for business, the move toward renewable energy means incorporating green solutions like biofuels and hydrogen. Biofuels are produced from agricultural plants and waste, and emit less pollution compared to traditional non-renewable energy sources like coal, oil, and natural gas. Hydrogen is another efficient and clean source of energy, […]

How are changes to the Singapore Employment Pass (EP) affecting the procurement market?

4 years ago

​In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, some minor restrictions have been implemented in Singapore affecting the issuance of employment passes. This is causing some concern amongst the business sector, but don’t fear. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s changed and its impact on the procurement market. ​ Who can get a Singapore employment […]

What is Industry 4.0 and how will it impact recruitment?

4 years ago

How we produce and manufacture products is changing fast. Digital technologies are quickly being implemented across the board, creating smart factories in a movement coined as Industry 4.0. But what is Industry 4.0 and how will it affect recruitment in the industry? ​ Industry 4.0: A definition Industry 4.0 describes a revolutionary upgrade in production […]

Singapore Procurement market reviews and 2021 outlook

4 years ago

In my 15 years recruiting in the Procurement space, I have always found this market to be more resilient than other functions in an economic downturn. While almost every sector was hampered by COVID-19 during 2020, the Procurement jobs market was indeed impacted, but comparatively fared better overall than the general employment market. I put […]

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