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Seiko Epson shifts focus to corporate
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 09/06/2014
» Nagano, Japan: Seiko Epson Corporation, the leading printer and projector manufacturer, is shifting its global business mode to focus more on industrial, professional and corporate segments, aiming to generate revenue growth of 1% or 10 billion yen (3.2 billion baht) this year.
Printing in high tech
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 16/06/2014
» Today’s rapidly changing technology not only alters people’s lifestyles but greatly affects all technology-related businesses. Those quick to adjust to the fast-changing tide and able to stay innovative and creative through continuous launches and upgrades of their technologies are sure to stay competitive, while those unable to adapt will find it hard to survive, with some even fading away and perishing.
Fishing industry in eye of storm
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 15/07/2014
» The recent report in British newspaper The Guardian condemning Thailand for the use of slave labour in its fishing industry is another wake-up call, ringing loudly enough for the government, private sector and all related parties to start righting the wrongs. This is not the first time the fishing industry has been put on the spot after allegations of forced labour and human trafficking. However, some parties have argued information reported by The Guardian is outdated, non-factual and unbalanced.
What does the AEC really mean?
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 17/04/2014
» The advent of the Asean Economic Community (AEC) in late 2015 has been in the limelight in recent years, but how many people are truly aware of it or understand the effect it will have on the economy, businesses, the workforce, education or even society as a whole?
Be careful out there
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 28/04/2014
» Without a doubt, electronic commerce continues to thrive dramatically, with new online shops sprouting each month. Such drastic expansion is in line with the proliferation of smartphones, tablets and other smart devices and the continued growth of 3G mobile broadband services that make the internet accessible almost everywhere.
Junior's in charge
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 14/05/2014
» When Thailand’s biggest newspaper, <i>Thai Rath</i>, starts to spread its wings, all eyes stop and stare. And this time, the spotlight is shining directly on Vachara Vacharaphol, the third generation of the best-selling sheet’s empire.
Grain of hope
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 02/06/2014
» After six months of political drama and negative economic reports, the recent bulletin about rice farmers being paid for their pledged rice was a rare bit of good news. Smiles from poor rice farmers gave many in the nation a momentary respite from a torrent of woe.
Ploughing profitably
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 24/02/2014
» It is the middle of the night and rain is pouring. This is a time to stay in, dry and warm under a cosy blanket in a soft bed. But that is not for Chaiyaporn Promphan.
Impasse hikes unemployment
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 03/03/2014
» Thailand's unemployment rate will likely rise following the political impasse that has taken a serious toll on the economy as well as public and private investment.
Marriage of convenience
Business, Sriwipa Siripunyawit, Published on 17/03/2014
» Given the record of the past years, it is certain that the hunger for expansion of the country’s retail business will carry on in the future with more intense competition waiting around the corner. Above all, the convenience store sector has continuously welcomed new rivals and extracted massive investment from existing key players each year.