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A quick guide to cloud computing in Hong Kong

Few people today would disagree that the cloud is one of the most exciting and disruptive phenomena in the world of enterprise IT over the past two decades. Companies in Hong Kong and China are rapidly embracing this new architecture, and it is important for IT vendors to set out their vision of how it can best be used, and to make that vision a reality.

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A quick guide to cloud computing in Hong Kong

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How to turn big data into a big opportunity in Hong Kong

In today’s ever-changing business environment, enterprises face challenges brought by big data, which means data comes in larger volumes, greater variety and faster velocity.

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4 trends to watch out for in videoconferencing in 2013

Under the uncertain economic situation in Asia, companies in Hong Kong are trying every means to reduce cost and resources. Reducing travel costs and increasing efficiency and productivity by video collaboration is a key way businesses are doing this across the globe.

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Can Hong Kong maintain its competitive advantage in air transportation?

The Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) opened for business in 1998, providing world-class infrastructure to support growth in air traffic in one of the world’s most pivotal business and cargo markets. In the last 10 years, Hong Kong passenger traffic has more than doubled from 27.4m to 56.5m1.

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The key to replicating success in Hong Kong

Years ago my daughter, who was then nine, wanted to go wall climbing. Though she’d never done this before, her Mom thought it was a great idea for our weekend in Hong Kong.

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Handling sensitive records in Hong Kong

Increasing awareness around personal privacy issues and handling of consumer data by organizations in Hong Kong is driving enterprises to evaluate how customer records are maintained within their organization – and how, and by whom, they can be accessed and transferred to outside networks. Controlling the handling of sensitive records involves implementing strict data handling policies, as well as ensuring the organization has visibility over how data is accessed and by whom.

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How virtualization can improve business efficiency

Today, the idea of storing your funds in a bank is a no-brainer for anyone who wants to protect their assets with tighter security and higher return on investment. But have you thought about applying this logic to another very valuable asset – data?

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What you must know about cyber criminals in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Government estimates that between 2009 and 2011, the financial loss to businesses in the SAR from computer crime more than trebled to nearly HK$150 million. Small businesses, increasingly reliant on IT systems, and with generally weaker security measures in place, suffer disproportionately, with approximately 40% of all recent cyber attacks directed at SMEs.

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The world is getting better every year

Optimistic Trends and Predictions for 2013

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5 tips to reduce stress in Hong Kong

It’s Monday morning, the phone rings while you are answering one of the 87 emails that have arrived this morning. It’s your boss asking you to come into her office, she needs to speak with you.

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How much public money are we willing to spend on Hong Kong’s heritage?

Two announcements on a single day in December 2012 reveal both the new scrutiny under which heritage policy in Hong Kong operates and its limitations.

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The new face of gender equality in Hong Kong companies

Gender diversity is rising up the agenda of financial-services institutions in Hong Kong as they seek to widen their talent pools, boost retention, and improve relationships with an increasingly diverse customer base.

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Hong Kong rises amid global economic uncertainty

A sharp decline in business confidence in many rapidly-growing economies is raising a warning flag that global business may face continued uncertainty for some time to come.

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The intricacies of online advertising in Hong Kong

Since the first blogs appeared a little over a decade ago, they have inspired as much controversy as they have content. In many ways also, blogging has spurred more fundamental changes in journalism than any other aspect of the internet revolution.

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3 tips to attract the best talent

Hiring talent in Hong Kong these days is not easy. Increased competition from employers in Mainland China, new candidate expectations and low unemployment are but a few of the factors contributing to this tough recruitment market.

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Why nonprofits should not do TVCs

Tung Wah Group of Hospitals launched a TVC recently, which is the first ever similar campaign in its 142 years history of serving the Hong Kong community in an effort to give its brand a facelift to attract younger supporters and divert from the perception of being an old and clumsy organization.

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What can Hong Kong learn from China's new leadership transition

The recent leadership changes in China are a good reminder for companies and boards of the need for carefully managed leadership succession planning and communication.

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