Malaysia
PwC Insights
Business in bite-sized chunks
August 2021
"Culture is one of those things felt more keenly in its absence. But it’s not the lack of office time over the past year that has made leaders reassess their views of organisational culture. It’s how quickly people have adapted to change and how businesses have maintained their lead over competitors that highlights culture as a key component of success."
Highlight
Culture can be a source of competitive advantage during times of adversity. Interestingly, 75% of senior management respondents in Malaysia believe they are role modeling purpose, values and culture in their organisation, but only 52% of employees agree. Read more
Feature
In a joint research on Southeast Asian finance teams by ACCA and PwC, only 34% of respondents felt that the enhanced role that finance teams have played during the pandemic would last. To continue making an impact on their organisations’ success, 3 key areas need to be addressed. Read more
Data and analytics
Artificial intelligence (AI) is usually associated with paradigm-changing applications like Netflix recommendations and new routes for delivery companies. But when you take AI to more pedestrian activities like invoice processing, it can make a real difference in a pain point common across most companies. Read more
Sustainability and climate change
If sustainability has a positive impact on the bottom line and shareholder value, should ESG targets influence how much business leaders get paid? Read more
Strategy
The events of the past year have shown us how quickly things can change in the business environment as we continue to battle COVID-19. Take a long-term view to clarify your place in the world and affirm the value you want to create. Read more
Technology and innovation
Creative employees are more likely to take the kind of “good” risks that lead to innovation. How are these qualities related? Read more
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