Aice Ice Cream: The Rise of a New Industry Contender

In the dynamic and highly competitive world of frozen desserts, Aice Ice Cream has emerged as a promising brand that has captured the attention of consumers around the globe. With its rapid expansion, particularly in emerging markets, Aice is positioning itself as a fresh and affordable alternative to long-established ice cream giants. But what’s behind …

Chinese Business Strategies: Agility and Innovation

Over the past three decades, Chinese businesses have developed a distinct management approach shaped by the need to navigate a rapidly changing and turbulent environment. Often characterized as the rigid march of state capitalism, China’s business landscape is, in reality, a dynamic ecosystem where companies must contend with fast-paced growth, economic volatility, massive urbanization, rural …

Act of ‘Suwung’ during Quarantine

I decided to undergo a week quarantine after arriving in Manila because of the Philippine Government’s compulsory quarantine measures for all travelers coming from overseas. It’s surreal, disconcerting and psychologically challenging. As I slowly adapt to a life confined within the four walls of a quarantine hotel room, I struggle to reconcile how much my …

The Role of Human Resources as the Main Axle Strategy to Survive and Revive in the Covid-19 Era

"We are a technology and knowledge savvy company." "Our most important strength is employees." "Our company has a good talent management program." Similar statements are increasingly heard in various articles, scientific journals, and management seminars. Corporate CEOs are competing to make claims that their employees are very important assets. In fact, many employees do not …

The Legion of Marx – Nietzsche’s Ghost in the Strike Action of PT AFI’s Union

Recently, cyberspace was tinged with boisterous chatter from netizen commenting on the steps of the PT AFI Union in carrying out its illegal strike, which was followed by a statement of PT AFI which said that the worker had been absent from work for more than 7 days in a row. Since 21 February 2020, …