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  I have long advocated employee progression and development as a vital tool for boosting organisational productivity and performance. Having seen this work well in my organisation, EFS Facilities Services Group, I believe enterprises can build high-performance organisations by embracing a robust staff progression policy. A Progression Plan for employees is a Must I have

The world is buzzing with startup stories. They talk about the mixed share of successes and failures of startup companies and their entrepreneurial pursuits. However, the success of the startups is eclipsed by their global fatality rate, with 90% of startups falling within a few years of their establishment. Considering such a dismal failure rate,

There is an increasing trend of media and publication companies blitz scaling businesses and its leaders with awards and rankings. What is concerning here is the utter disregard for due merits in many of these recognitions. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, media and publication houses undoubtedly play a significant role in shaping public

I have always advocated to Facilities Managers about the critical need of mastering the art of mobilization in order to build the foundation of a sustainable service delivery model and successful contract performance. All stakeholders in contract management must fully understand the dynamics of mobilization, which is the key transition stage of any contract. Successful

In the FM business, the role of Document Controllers OR Project Administrators is crucial, but very few people acknowledge this. In fact, this is amongst the most understated roles. A transactional approach is taken from their appointment to day-to-day engagement. Instead of leveraging them by mapping their role in staff engagement and payroll, procurement support

  There is a technology sales overdose in today’s overcharged technological landscape. Companies are bombarded with an overwhelming array of technology solutions. As the EFS Group CEO, I have been receiving hundreds of emails every week. Some are aggressive, putting me in a professional fix to respond.  For instance, today, I saw an email with

  Government, Academic Institutions and Private Companies to Forge Partnerships One of the biggest challenges countries and businesses face globally is the availability of skilled resources. Is this because of the surge in demand due to economic development or the deficit between employment and employability? Perhaps it may be both. While more new jobs are