Author: Amit Kumar
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March 4, 2019by Amit Kumar
Supporting UNESCO bid for Singapore hawker culture
SBF has thrown its weight behind the move by encouraging its members to pledge their support for the initiative The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) is doing its part to make ... -
March 1, 2019by Amit Kumar
Reactions to Budget 2019
Businesses and experts welcomed measures to support enterprise in Budget 2019, but were disappointed in the move to tighten foreign worker quotas for the services sector Budget 2019 was announced ... -
February 25, 2019by Amit Kumar
Singapore business outlook for 2019
Singapore businesses must brace themselves for multiple challenges in 2019 Whether it’s the ongoing trade showdown between China and the US, a slowing global economy, or rising interest rates, Singapore ... -
February 18, 2019by Amit Kumar
Budget 2019 Recommendations: Support business transformation
SBF’s SME Committee recommends that Budget 2019 focuses on supporting businesses for transformation and growth As SMEs continue to transform and digitalise in the face of uncertainty, the Singapore Business ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Czech Republic holds promise for Singapore businesses
Strong interest in the Singapore – Czech Republic Business Forum 2019 underscored impact of the recently-signed EUSFTA Following the signing of the European Union-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (EUSFTA) in October ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Exploring business opportunities in Andhra Pradesh
A new programme aims to enhance business collaboration between Singapore and Andhra Pradesh in Southern India Singapore companies looking for opportunities in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh can tap ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Tackling Singapore’s labour challenge
Manpower issues continue to plague both SMEs and large companies in Singapore, according to the National Business Survey Hiring people with the right skills and attitude was at the top ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Smart cars for busy execs
Make driving a pleasant, stress-free experience with these smart vehicles We’re inching ever closer to the reality of fully autonomous vehicles and for some of us, that day can’t come ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Competing for government contracts on quality
Enhancements to the government’s procurement process aim to help SMEs innovate and grow Government agencies will award contracts in the future based on both price and quality, and not just ... -
February 11, 2019by Amit Kumar
Pro-enterprise panel: support for businesses
An ongoing Government initiative seeks to cut red tape and be more responsive to the needs of businesses The Pro-Enterprise Panel (PEP) is a private-public panel made up of business ...