As South Korea looks to taking a leading role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Prof. Jaeho Yeom, President of the prestigious Korea University, reveals his vision for a revolution in tertiary education to ensure that his institution nurtures creative, globalized leaders that are suited to the needs and demands of the future economy
As South Korea looks to taking a leading role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Prof. Jaeho Yeom, President of the prestigious Korea University, reveals his vision for a revolution in tertiary education to ensure that his institution nurtures creative, globalized leaders that are suited to the needs and demands of the future economy
One of the largest institutions in the world for R&D into energy and environmental problems, NEDO is constantly adapting and innovating to the needs of society and the market. Established in 1980 by the Japanese government as a semi-governmental organization to promote the development and introduction of alternative energy, Chairman Kazuo Furukawa discusses NEDO’s expansion into IoT, robotics and AI, as well as some of the results from its forward-thinking international partnerships.
One of the largest institutions in the world for R&D into energy and environmental problems, NEDO is constantly adapting and innovating to the needs of society and the market. Established in 1980 by the Japanese government as a semi-governmental organization to promote the development and introduction of alternative energy, Chairman Kazuo Furukawa discusses NEDO’s expansion into IoT, robotics and AI, as well as some of the results from its forward-thinking international partnerships.
Over the past 21 years, Digital Garage (DG) has pioneered many firsts in internet-based projects in Japan and connected it with countries overseas, particularly with the US. Having expanded and accumulated a wealth of know-how through its involvement in a huge range of internet businesses, President and Group CEO Kaoru Hayashi explains what drives the company and where it’s headed next.
Over the past 21 years, Digital Garage (DG) has pioneered many firsts in internet-based projects in Japan and connected it with countries overseas, particularly with the US. Having expanded and accumulated a wealth of know-how through its involvement in a huge range of internet businesses, President and Group CEO Kaoru Hayashi explains what drives the company and where it’s headed next.
The head of one of Japan’s largest recruitment specialists, Intelligence Ltd., sees dynamic changes in the Japanese mindset as its society adjusts to and welcomes changes in attitudes to human resources. President of Intelligence Taro Mineo discusses what constitutes the ideal candidate, the in-demand ‘global person’, that corporations are looking for and Japan’s changing labor market.
The head of one of Japan’s largest recruitment specialists, Intelligence Ltd., sees dynamic changes in the Japanese mindset as its society adjusts to and welcomes changes in attitudes to human resources. President of Intelligence Taro Mineo discusses what constitutes the ideal candidate, the in-demand ‘global person’, that corporations are looking for and Japan’s changing labor market.
Nicola Cesare Baldrighi, President of the Grana Padano Protection Consortium, says that Grana Padano PDO production absorbs 25% to 40% of Italy’s milk production every year. Communication efforts, especially towards the US market, are crucial to raising awareness about Grana Padano’s unique nutritional values and organoleptic qualities, which sets it apart from the so-called “Italian sounding” imitation products.
Nicola Cesare Baldrighi, President of the Grana Padano Protection Consortium, says that Grana Padano PDO production absorbs 25% to 40% of Italy’s milk production every year. Communication efforts, especially towards the US market, are crucial to raising awareness about Grana Padano’s unique nutritional values and organoleptic qualities, which sets it apart from the so-called “Italian sounding” imitation products.
Italy’s Hera Group leading position in environmental, water and energy services has been consolidated by its impressive results and dedication to giving back to the regions where it operates. CEO Stefano Venier discusses the changing energy landscape in Europe, Hera’s impressive performance results, and its €2.2 billion investment plan for the next five years.
Italy’s Hera Group leading position in environmental, water and energy services has been consolidated by its impressive results and dedication to giving back to the regions where it operates. CEO Stefano Venier discusses the changing energy landscape in Europe, Hera’s impressive performance results, and its €2.2 billion investment plan for the next five years.
CEO of one of the world’s most highly respected bourses in the world, Rashid bin Ali Al-Mansoori discusses the confidence shown by international agencies in the Qatar Stock Exchange’s solidity and performance, and how it is encouraging more investors and Qatari business owners to be part of growing the nation’s economy further.
CEO of one of the world’s most highly respected bourses in the world, Rashid bin Ali Al-Mansoori discusses the confidence shown by international agencies in the Qatar Stock Exchange’s solidity and performance, and how it is encouraging more investors and Qatari business owners to be part of growing the nation’s economy further.
The professional services provided by Nichii Gakkan Co., Ltd. have the health industry covered, from healthcare, childcare and long-term elderly care to medical support, housekeeping and vocational education development. Chairman, President and CEO Akihiko Terada explains how the company can help healthcare professionals focus on their key tasks and deliver better services and the importance of understanding the needs of local communities, as well as some of the challenges facing service industries expanding into new territories, using the company’s venture into China as a prime example of the need to be adaptable, well prepared and well trained.
The professional services provided by Nichii Gakkan Co., Ltd. have the health industry covered, from healthcare, childcare and long-term elderly care to medical support, housekeeping and vocational education development. Chairman, President and CEO Akihiko Terada explains how the company can help healthcare professionals focus on their key tasks and deliver better services and the importance of understanding the needs of local communities, as well as some of the challenges facing service industries expanding into new territories, using the company’s venture into China as a prime example of the need to be adaptable, well prepared and well trained.
Claudio Alfonsi, CEO of Fedrigoni Group, affirms that from the purchase of the historic Fabriano paper mill in 2002 to the latest acquisition of GPA (Gummed Papers of America) in 2015, the Fedrigoni Group is consolidating and expanding on its leading position in the high-end paper services worldwide.
Claudio Alfonsi, CEO of Fedrigoni Group, affirms that from the purchase of the historic Fabriano paper mill in 2002 to the latest acquisition of GPA (Gummed Papers of America) in 2015, the Fedrigoni Group is consolidating and expanding on its leading position in the high-end paper services worldwide.
With 1% of its GDP dedicated to the development of renewable energy sources, Italy has achieved the fourth best score globally in terms of CO2 emissions, according to BlackRock Investment Institute, and is the world’s number one for co-generation. It has also surpassed its goal of 16% share of energy production from renewables six years ahead of its original 2020 target. Chairman & CEO Francesco Sperandini explains GSE’s pivotal role in promoting renewable energy in Italy.
With 1% of its GDP dedicated to the development of renewable energy sources, Italy has achieved the fourth best score globally in terms of CO2 emissions, according to BlackRock Investment Institute, and is the world’s number one for co-generation. It has also surpassed its goal of 16% share of energy production from renewables six years ahead of its original 2020 target. Chairman & CEO Francesco Sperandini explains GSE’s pivotal role in promoting renewable energy in Italy.