Nov
19
Canada banks on Cebu
November 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment
With Cebu as a center for economic growth, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines announced plans of establishing a local chapter.
This will be the first time the Canadian Chamber will establish a local chamber in one of the provinces after it was founded 21 years ago.
The chamber is involved in advocacy and helps in pushing the governments of the Philippines and Canada impose policies favorable for business.
Considering Cebu as a vibrant business environment, the Chamber aims initiate programmes and resources to benefit Canadian investments and trade interests to drive future growth between the two countries.
Nov
17
BPO Cebu has finally Emerged.
November 17, 2010 | 2 Comments
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.Constantly ranking high in the list of “emerging” cities for outsourcing, Cebu ranked ninth in the 2010 Tholons list of premier outsourcing cities.
“It’s a totally different ballgame. It means Cebu has met all the international criteria.”
— Joel Mari Yu, managing director of Cebu Investments Promotion Center.
Nov
15
Accenture opens 2nd facility in Cebu, Philippines
November 15, 2010 | 2 Comments
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Global outsourcing leader Accenture expands operations in the Philippines through three new sites, including a second office within Cebu City’s Robinson Cybergate Mall.
The opening of the three sites in the Philippines will contribute to the strategic growth of Accenture.
Nov
13
Need to Know, Doing Business in India
November 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment
I. Indian executives tend to be indirect.
They may hesitate to push back if you ask something unreasonable of them or their team . They may also be reticent about sharing bad news with you.
It is best to actively listen and probe for what remains unsaid so that you won’t be vulnerable due to lack of information.
II. Be prepared. With its current volatile economy, anything can happen in India.
Never assume any business relationship is permanent. Plan for what will happen if a sudden or accelerated termination becomes necessary.
III. Travel to India is a necessity.
If strategically important work is being performed in India for your company, visit and inspect the work environment at least once a year. Have your trusted executives inspect the workplace twice a year.
It does not matter if the employees are in your company’s captive facility in India, or working under a large outsourcer, or the staff of an India-based provider, one can’t fully appreciate the workforce’s potential and their realities by reading/listening to reports sent to your conference room. Better see it with your own eyes.
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