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PwC’s December 2021 Global Consumer Insights Pulse survey was recently released, and there are some interesting observations of Malaysian Consumer behaviour when it comes to our lifestyle desires and our shopping loyalty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has provided several allocations and grants this year designed to support welfare organisations, including those focused on senior care. But apart from the funds, what more is in store for the future of the senior care industry in Malaysia? Image Credit: Shutterstock | Ivica Drusany See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is the hotel industry bouncing back from the massive hits taken during the past few years? Is it truly and finally on the road to recovery? Image Credit: Shutterstock | Zuhairi Ahmad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation , inflation, inflation! We hear that word on the news , from angry shoppers at the supermarket, and when discussing the (seemingly) perpetually bad economy over some teh tarik . But how bad is it, really? We ask economist Geoffrey Williams to demystify some stats and numbers to give us a better idea of where Malaysia is inflation-wise, and what can be done to fix the issue of rising cost...

An organisation's environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices provide a vital metric for where investors should park their funds, according to RHB Research . So how are Malaysian businesses approaching sustainability, and how does this affect their bottom line? Image Credit: Shutterstock | FLUKY FLUKY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been more than a month since the dreadful floods that severely affected homes and businesses in the Klang Valley. It’s no longer trending on Twitterjaya; the community campaigns to clean, feed and aid victims have slowly dwindled down, but those affected are still reeling from the loss of their homes and livelihoods. Image Credit: Shutterstock | Asyraf_Rasid See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

The Malaysian youth (18-35 years old) population has been through many crises over the past couple of years alone - politically and economically in particular - and yet they seem to still be retaining a sense of optimism overall. The ASEAN Youth Survey 2021 by Redhill sheds some light on this. Image credit: Shutterstock | rob zs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a huge volcanic eruption severed Tonga’s lone connection to the global internet, a difficult repair job, delving deep into the ocean, lies ahead. What impact will this have on the economy of the island nation, and what measures might be taken elsewhere to ensure that something like this doesn’t happen again? Image Credit: Shutterstock | TippaPatt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Online retail is constantly evolving, and social media has become a pivotal part of the online shopping journey. While platforms like Instagram were used mainly for advertising products in the past, it has quickly turned into its own e-commerce platform, providing consumers with a more personalized shopping experience. Online shopping is here to stay, but it seems like social commerce is the form...

Digital transformation has only accelerated because of the pandemic. So what comes next? What are the key steps for SMEs to ensure that they don’t fall behind in the digital space? Image Credit: Shutterstock | Funtap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) is suggesting structural policies to the government to facilitate the adoption of e-commerce strategies, particularly by small and medium enterprises, taking the lessons from the pandemic years. Image Credit: Shutterstock | KieferPix See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of the food trends that are likely to dominate in 2022 have been spurred forward and in many cases – accelerated – by the Covid-19 pandemic. So will these trends continue to soar and surge even as the pandemic meets its highly-anticipated decline? Or will new, independent food trends emerge, entirely unrelated to the pandemic? We discuss. Image Credit: Shutterstock | Lano Lan See omnystudio.c...

With the recent slew of floods that have devastated the nation, we take a look at the possible solutions, and how technology could be (and has been) used to assist in emergency situations like these. Image Credit: Shutterstock | mkfilm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of unemployed people in the country fell to the lowest since April 2020 on an improved economic climate following the easing of lockdowns nationwide. Image Credits: Shutterstock | REDPIXEL.PL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can businesses and individuals continue to fight off the effects of The Great Resignation? Deloitte shares their 10 Rules of Modern Work, designed to help individuals make their work more meaningful, and we also take a look at how employers onboarding new employees can build a solid foundation for them. Image Credit: Shutterstock | Ariya J See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The debilitating financial impact and the countless loss of lives from the onslaught of the Covid-19 pandemic has provided valuable insight into why it is even more crucial now for taxpayers to execute their civic duty by paying their fair share of taxes in enabling the government to carry out its nation-building promises. What are the biggest tax concerns heading into the new year, and what shoul...

Mental health continues to be a growing topic of discussion, not only in light of the pandemic but as a general response to combating the associated stigma. How can organisations leverage on this conversation in order to reassure and motivate their employees going into the new year? Image Credit: Shutterstock | fizkes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a while, it seemed like workplaces around the world were going to permanently adapt the hybrid work model as a new way of life. But with restrictions being lifted as vaccination rates reach satisfactory levels, many companies have surprisingly switched back to in-office culture, almost as a way to transition back to the days when remote working wasn’t an option to begin with. We speak to Gibu...

At least 90 Malaysian government websites are still considered “ not secure ” despite the government’s announcement on conducting cybersecurity audits on them five months ago. What other cybersecurity trends and risks do Malaysians need to look out for, and how can people and businesses protect themselves? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s no denying that technology - both online and offline - helped us navigate, survive, and sometimes thrive during the pandemic. A global slowdown did not stop new tech from emerging, particularly in the space of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. What technologies will shape the next 12 months? What new ideas and concepts will emerge by the end of 2022? Intelligent Automation software pro...

How have people with disabilities fared in the working world, especially in light of the pandemic? And how have some individuals utilised remote working and e-commerce tools to create their own job opportunities? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic has continued to accelerate trends seen across the retail industry, several of which will continue to have a profound impact in 2022. We take a look at Forbes’ predictions for the retail sector this year, and speak to digital experience experts Adobe about evolving customer expectations in this modern retail experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last couple of years, bigger players within the e-commerce supply chain have started to recognise the value of good last mile delivery practices. As consumers continue to shop online and demand faster deliveries, e-commerce platforms and brands have started to leverage new technology and data to help them cater to those needs - creating a ‘last mile gold rush’. See omnystudio.com/listener...

New entrepreneurs may well be the key to reviving the economy. What do you need to account for if you’re looking to enter the game yourself? Image credits: Shutterstock | Jacob Lund See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Public Sector Digitisation Strategic Plan 2021-2025 was announced by the Prime Minister when tabling the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), the road to satisfactory digital adoption within the public sector will be anything but simple. The blueprints and initiatives seem to be in place, but how feasible is tech adoption within the civil service and really, and what exactly are the challenges tha...