Developing a sound value chain for technology business Replies
This document discusses developing a sound value chain for technology business incubation support. It notes that currently the small business ecosystem is not integrated and support is not available throughout all stages of a business's development. Different institutions need to provide differentiated support to avoid duplication and wastage, and access to markets is often poor. The technology development pathway is not linear and involves moving between basic research, development, production, and sales both locally and accessing overseas technology sources, with an "innovation chasm" to cross.
1. Business incubation aims to support entrepreneurs during startup by providing resources and services in a nurturing environment. It began in 1959 and the first incubator in South Africa, Godisa Trust, was established in 1999 with funding from the EU, DST and DTI. As of 2014 there were 105 incubators in South Africa, with 76% funded by government.
2. Incubation policy in South Africa has evolved in three waves - the technology wave focused on high-tech SMEs, the transformation wave on job creation and SME competitiveness, and the current supplier development wave emphasizes market-driven, commercially viable products and creating an incubation ecosystem with private sector involvement.
3. Corporate incubators can encourage
This document discusses NSIC's Rapid Incubation Model for creating self-employment opportunities through flexible and cost-effective MSE projects. The model provides practical on-the-job training on locally available and easy to use machines. It targets unemployed youth and others looking for alternative incomes. Trainees gain skills and can access loans for self-employment. NSIC has established incubation centers in India and several other countries using this approach.
The document discusses the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE) at False Bay College. It provides an overview of the CfE and its Rapid Incubator Model. The Rapid Incubator Model is an 18-month program that provides entrepreneur skill development, product selection guidance, and business support services to help businesses launch. The goal of the CfE and incubator is to help reduce unemployment and poverty by supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses in developing and growing their ideas.
A business setup in business speak could be a company that helps new and startup firms to form by providing services like management coaching or workplace area.
Business incubators dissent from analysis and ability parks in their dedication to startup and early-stage firms.
The document discusses various organizations that support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India. The National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (NI-MSME) provides assistance to set up businesses and enhance management. The National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) was established in 1955 under the Ministry of MSME to promote and support MSMEs through services like marketing, technology, and finance. Small Industries Service Institutes (SISIs) were also set up in each state to provide consultancy and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Presentation by the chair of the IFAC Small and Medium Practices Committee in January 2012 at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in India International Conference.
This document defines micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India based on investment levels. Micro enterprises have investments below 25 lakh rupees, small between 25 lakh and 5 crore rupees, and medium between 5-10 crore rupees. For services, the thresholds are 10 lakh, 2 crore, and 5 crore rupees respectively. MSMEs significantly contribute to India's economy through manufacturing output, exports, and employing over 42 million people. The government supports MSMEs through various schemes including credit support, technology upgradation subsidies, marketing assistance, and cluster development programs. However, MSMEs still face challenges around access to finance, skilled labor,
Developing a sound value chain for technology business Replies
This document discusses developing a sound value chain for technology business incubation support. It notes that currently the small business ecosystem is not integrated and support is not available throughout all stages of a business's development. Different institutions need to provide differentiated support to avoid duplication and wastage, and access to markets is often poor. The technology development pathway is not linear and involves moving between basic research, development, production, and sales both locally and accessing overseas technology sources, with an "innovation chasm" to cross.
1. Business incubation aims to support entrepreneurs during startup by providing resources and services in a nurturing environment. It began in 1959 and the first incubator in South Africa, Godisa Trust, was established in 1999 with funding from the EU, DST and DTI. As of 2014 there were 105 incubators in South Africa, with 76% funded by government.
2. Incubation policy in South Africa has evolved in three waves - the technology wave focused on high-tech SMEs, the transformation wave on job creation and SME competitiveness, and the current supplier development wave emphasizes market-driven, commercially viable products and creating an incubation ecosystem with private sector involvement.
3. Corporate incubators can encourage
This document discusses NSIC's Rapid Incubation Model for creating self-employment opportunities through flexible and cost-effective MSE projects. The model provides practical on-the-job training on locally available and easy to use machines. It targets unemployed youth and others looking for alternative incomes. Trainees gain skills and can access loans for self-employment. NSIC has established incubation centers in India and several other countries using this approach.
The document discusses the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE) at False Bay College. It provides an overview of the CfE and its Rapid Incubator Model. The Rapid Incubator Model is an 18-month program that provides entrepreneur skill development, product selection guidance, and business support services to help businesses launch. The goal of the CfE and incubator is to help reduce unemployment and poverty by supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses in developing and growing their ideas.
A business setup in business speak could be a company that helps new and startup firms to form by providing services like management coaching or workplace area.
Business incubators dissent from analysis and ability parks in their dedication to startup and early-stage firms.
The document discusses various organizations that support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India. The National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (NI-MSME) provides assistance to set up businesses and enhance management. The National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) was established in 1955 under the Ministry of MSME to promote and support MSMEs through services like marketing, technology, and finance. Small Industries Service Institutes (SISIs) were also set up in each state to provide consultancy and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Presentation by the chair of the IFAC Small and Medium Practices Committee in January 2012 at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in India International Conference.
This document defines micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India based on investment levels. Micro enterprises have investments below 25 lakh rupees, small between 25 lakh and 5 crore rupees, and medium between 5-10 crore rupees. For services, the thresholds are 10 lakh, 2 crore, and 5 crore rupees respectively. MSMEs significantly contribute to India's economy through manufacturing output, exports, and employing over 42 million people. The government supports MSMEs through various schemes including credit support, technology upgradation subsidies, marketing assistance, and cluster development programs. However, MSMEs still face challenges around access to finance, skilled labor,
The document summarizes the goals and activities of SA Essential Oils Business Incubator (SEOBI), a non-profit organization that aims to become a centre of excellence for small essential oils enterprises. SEOBI provides training, mentorship, and market facilitation to incubatees to help propel them into market leaders. Key goals include producing sustainable essential oil enterprises, generating long-term jobs, participating in rural development and poverty alleviation. SEOBI works with partners to provide specialized support services to incubatees and help transform rural farmers into the largest essential oils producing network in South Africa.
Presentation for ACCA - Making it big through innovation & diversificationZeeshan Ali
Central Depository Company is Pakistan's only securities depository that records and maintains electronic transfers of securities across Pakistan's three stock exchanges. To ensure sustainability, CDC diversified its services to include investor account services, trustee and custodial services, share registrar services, and an IT consulting subsidiary. CDC strengthened operations through automation, innovation like its investor account service, and learning from international partners through partnerships and membership in global associations. A focus on investor protection, convenience initiatives, hiring and training qualified staff, and business continuity planning have helped CDC build a strong brand and maintain investor confidence.
The document summarizes the priorities and governance structure of the Swindon Skills & Employment Board. It identifies their key priorities as: [1] equipping young people with skills to enter the labor market; [2] ensuring current workforce has skills needed now and in the future through being responsive to business needs; and [3] raising the area's higher skills base. It notes strengths like high employment and productivity but also challenges like skills shortages and gaps hindering growth. Employers are asked to provide feedback, champion the strategy, and support young adults through work opportunities.
The role of incubators in entrepreneurship and innovationStephen Ong
An assessment of the influence of incubators on the
entrepreneurship environment for innovators in
Malaysia.
A policy study towards formulating the National Innovation Strategy
This document provides information on raising finance for a business from AIB Bank, including the types of financing available. It summarizes AIB's offerings for startups, such as providing credit decisions within 48 hours for loans up to €30,000 and waiving fees on business start-up accounts for the first two years. It also outlines the application process and requirements, including preparing a business plan and demonstrating business viability and repayment ability.
This document discusses business incubation financials and sustainability. It provides that business incubators help nurture young entrepreneurial companies by providing tailored resources and services to help them survive and grow during the startup period. It also notes that incubators aim to create jobs, improve the entrepreneurial climate, and accelerate growth. However, incubators face financial sustainability issues and must consider revenue models like rental fees or capital gains to become self-sufficient over 5-10 years while avoiding mission drift. Both impact and sustainability are important for incubators to serve as examples to their clients.
“Involving businesess in the Incubation process”, Coimbra 2013 best science b...Polo Tecnologico Navacchio
The 11th annual incubation conference in Coimbra, Portugal focused on best practices for science-based business incubation and involving existing businesses in the incubation process. Monica Forconi of an Italian tech park and business incubator discussed their incubation program, which includes a pre-incubation phase to help entrepreneurs develop their ideas and plans. Their incubator is located within a larger tech park that provides resources and networking opportunities to facilitate collaboration between startups, local businesses, and research institutions. The incubator measures the success of participating companies through an annual report tracking economic, patent, collaboration, and funding metrics.
This document defines business incubation and acceleration. Business incubation provides resources and services to help startups and fledgling companies develop successfully. It offers targeted support through an incubator's management and network. Accelerators similarly help startups, but provide a quicker and more intensive program. The document discusses characteristics, types, and importance of incubators and accelerators, as well as services they offer such as administrative support, flexible workspace, management assistance, networking opportunities, and funding.
Samoa Agritourism Policy Setting Worskhop 2016
Linking Agriculture and Tourism through Policy setting:
Strengthening the local agrifood sector and promoting agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Samoa and CTA
in collaboration with PIPSO
Enterprise Ireland is the government agency responsible for supporting Irish businesses in manufacturing and internationally traded services. It has an annual budget of €343 million and supports over 5,000 client companies through an international network of 33 overseas offices. Enterprise Ireland provides funding and resources to support innovation and high-growth potential companies, especially those in industries like food, life sciences, and medical technology. Funding options include feasibility grants, competitive start funds, and high potential start-up packages up to €250,000 for businesses with an export-focused plan and potential for sales over €1 million within 3-4 years.
Business incubators help startup companies develop by providing services like management training, office space, and access to financing. The first business incubator was established in 1959 in New York. Incubators can be virtual, focused on industries like food or healthcare, or run by larger companies or studios developing multiple companies. They progress from providing physical space to offering networking and support services. Indian incubators include CIIE IIMA, IAN, SINE, and STEP, which help entrepreneurs with basics, networking, marketing, research, and accessing loans.
The document provides information about the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) of South Africa. It summarizes that the NYDA was established in 2009 to facilitate youth development and mainstream youth issues. It has a vision to be a credible and capable development agency for South Africa's youth. The NYDA's focus has shifted from enterprise finance to education and skills development. It offers various programs and services to support economic participation, education, health, policy/research, and governance for South African youth ages 14-35.
The document discusses several key factors regarding establishing effective high-tech ICT incubators:
- Core ICT expertise and infrastructure are needed, as well as generating innovative ideas and involving stakeholders from business, government, and entrepreneurs.
- Public-private partnerships can provide resources to subsidize services and bring complementary skills.
- An external pool of skilled ICT practitioners is important to support incubatees with high-quality services.
- Location must allow access to technology experts, mentors, and investors to best support incubatees.
- The incubation model should be tailored to the local context and priorities to effectively promote knowledge-intensive, new technology activities.
This document provides information on the four pillars of the Indian economy: small and medium enterprises (SMEs), family managed businesses, small scale industries (SSIs), and public sector units (PSUs). It discusses the importance and contributions of SMEs to the Indian GDP and exports. It defines SMEs according to the Indian definition and categories. It also discusses challenges faced by SMEs and potential solutions. For family managed businesses, it provides examples like the Tata group and discusses advantages and challenges. For SSIs, it discusses their role in employment and exports. Finally, it defines PSUs and discusses their objectives, types, examples like SAIL, and challenges.
Business incubation provides business support services to help new companies become established and profitable during startup. It offers advice, services, networking and mentoring through four phases: pre-incubation for planning, early stage for marketing and legal help, classic incubation for office space and funding access, and graduation for close marketing support. Key factors for success include involvement from private sector partners, improving incubator staff skills, linking to other SME programs, and finding sustainable funding sources. Establishing a business incubator requires feasibility studies of the market need, stakeholder support, facilities, and financial viability.
The document discusses various types of assistance provided by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) in India to support small businesses. It outlines that NSIC was established in 1955 to promote small-scale industries and provides raw materials, machinery, technical assistance, and marketing support. Specifically, NSIC assists with obtaining raw materials, operates hire purchase and leasing schemes for plant/machinery, offers technical training and consultancy, and helps with marketing products under a common brand name. Additional services are available for small businesses registered under NSIC's single point registration scheme.
Scaling-up Social Enterprises as a tool for Public Service deliveryOECD CFE
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Support for social enterprises in ManchesterOECD CFE
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Foresters is a community development finance institution (CDFI) that provides financial products and services to underserved individuals and communities in Australia. It has a non-profit holding company structure with subsidiaries that have an Australian Financial Services License and Australian Credit License. Foresters offers loans to individuals experiencing financial exclusion as well as organisational finance to non-profits and social enterprises. It also has investment products through a wholly owned subsidiary that are matched to the finance needs of its markets. Foresters' vision is to empower communities through self-determination and its mission is to provide innovative financial solutions that support social change.
The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a compulsory pension fund in Singapore where employers and employees contribute a percentage of monthly salary. Contribution rates vary depending on the employee's age, citizenship status, and time as a permanent resident. The Skill Development Levy (SDL) is also paid by employers for all local employees at a rate of 0.25% of the first $4,500 of monthly wages to support worker training programs.
The document outlines changes to CPF contribution and allocation rates in Singapore that will take effect from January 1, 2015. Key points include:
- Employer contribution rates will increase by 1-2 percentage points depending on employee age to help employees save more for retirement and healthcare.
- Employee contribution rates will increase by 0.5 percentage points for those aged above 50-55.
- The increases will be allocated to the Medisave, Special, and Ordinary Accounts depending on employee age.
- CPF contribution ceilings and rates for Singaporeans, permanent residents, and different employment sectors are provided in tables and annexes.
The document summarizes the goals and activities of SA Essential Oils Business Incubator (SEOBI), a non-profit organization that aims to become a centre of excellence for small essential oils enterprises. SEOBI provides training, mentorship, and market facilitation to incubatees to help propel them into market leaders. Key goals include producing sustainable essential oil enterprises, generating long-term jobs, participating in rural development and poverty alleviation. SEOBI works with partners to provide specialized support services to incubatees and help transform rural farmers into the largest essential oils producing network in South Africa.
Presentation for ACCA - Making it big through innovation & diversificationZeeshan Ali
Central Depository Company is Pakistan's only securities depository that records and maintains electronic transfers of securities across Pakistan's three stock exchanges. To ensure sustainability, CDC diversified its services to include investor account services, trustee and custodial services, share registrar services, and an IT consulting subsidiary. CDC strengthened operations through automation, innovation like its investor account service, and learning from international partners through partnerships and membership in global associations. A focus on investor protection, convenience initiatives, hiring and training qualified staff, and business continuity planning have helped CDC build a strong brand and maintain investor confidence.
The document summarizes the priorities and governance structure of the Swindon Skills & Employment Board. It identifies their key priorities as: [1] equipping young people with skills to enter the labor market; [2] ensuring current workforce has skills needed now and in the future through being responsive to business needs; and [3] raising the area's higher skills base. It notes strengths like high employment and productivity but also challenges like skills shortages and gaps hindering growth. Employers are asked to provide feedback, champion the strategy, and support young adults through work opportunities.
The role of incubators in entrepreneurship and innovationStephen Ong
An assessment of the influence of incubators on the
entrepreneurship environment for innovators in
Malaysia.
A policy study towards formulating the National Innovation Strategy
This document provides information on raising finance for a business from AIB Bank, including the types of financing available. It summarizes AIB's offerings for startups, such as providing credit decisions within 48 hours for loans up to €30,000 and waiving fees on business start-up accounts for the first two years. It also outlines the application process and requirements, including preparing a business plan and demonstrating business viability and repayment ability.
This document discusses business incubation financials and sustainability. It provides that business incubators help nurture young entrepreneurial companies by providing tailored resources and services to help them survive and grow during the startup period. It also notes that incubators aim to create jobs, improve the entrepreneurial climate, and accelerate growth. However, incubators face financial sustainability issues and must consider revenue models like rental fees or capital gains to become self-sufficient over 5-10 years while avoiding mission drift. Both impact and sustainability are important for incubators to serve as examples to their clients.
“Involving businesess in the Incubation process”, Coimbra 2013 best science b...Polo Tecnologico Navacchio
The 11th annual incubation conference in Coimbra, Portugal focused on best practices for science-based business incubation and involving existing businesses in the incubation process. Monica Forconi of an Italian tech park and business incubator discussed their incubation program, which includes a pre-incubation phase to help entrepreneurs develop their ideas and plans. Their incubator is located within a larger tech park that provides resources and networking opportunities to facilitate collaboration between startups, local businesses, and research institutions. The incubator measures the success of participating companies through an annual report tracking economic, patent, collaboration, and funding metrics.
This document defines business incubation and acceleration. Business incubation provides resources and services to help startups and fledgling companies develop successfully. It offers targeted support through an incubator's management and network. Accelerators similarly help startups, but provide a quicker and more intensive program. The document discusses characteristics, types, and importance of incubators and accelerators, as well as services they offer such as administrative support, flexible workspace, management assistance, networking opportunities, and funding.
Samoa Agritourism Policy Setting Worskhop 2016
Linking Agriculture and Tourism through Policy setting:
Strengthening the local agrifood sector and promoting agritourism
Workshop organised by the Government of Samoa and CTA
in collaboration with PIPSO
Enterprise Ireland is the government agency responsible for supporting Irish businesses in manufacturing and internationally traded services. It has an annual budget of €343 million and supports over 5,000 client companies through an international network of 33 overseas offices. Enterprise Ireland provides funding and resources to support innovation and high-growth potential companies, especially those in industries like food, life sciences, and medical technology. Funding options include feasibility grants, competitive start funds, and high potential start-up packages up to €250,000 for businesses with an export-focused plan and potential for sales over €1 million within 3-4 years.
Business incubators help startup companies develop by providing services like management training, office space, and access to financing. The first business incubator was established in 1959 in New York. Incubators can be virtual, focused on industries like food or healthcare, or run by larger companies or studios developing multiple companies. They progress from providing physical space to offering networking and support services. Indian incubators include CIIE IIMA, IAN, SINE, and STEP, which help entrepreneurs with basics, networking, marketing, research, and accessing loans.
The document provides information about the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) of South Africa. It summarizes that the NYDA was established in 2009 to facilitate youth development and mainstream youth issues. It has a vision to be a credible and capable development agency for South Africa's youth. The NYDA's focus has shifted from enterprise finance to education and skills development. It offers various programs and services to support economic participation, education, health, policy/research, and governance for South African youth ages 14-35.
The document discusses several key factors regarding establishing effective high-tech ICT incubators:
- Core ICT expertise and infrastructure are needed, as well as generating innovative ideas and involving stakeholders from business, government, and entrepreneurs.
- Public-private partnerships can provide resources to subsidize services and bring complementary skills.
- An external pool of skilled ICT practitioners is important to support incubatees with high-quality services.
- Location must allow access to technology experts, mentors, and investors to best support incubatees.
- The incubation model should be tailored to the local context and priorities to effectively promote knowledge-intensive, new technology activities.
This document provides information on the four pillars of the Indian economy: small and medium enterprises (SMEs), family managed businesses, small scale industries (SSIs), and public sector units (PSUs). It discusses the importance and contributions of SMEs to the Indian GDP and exports. It defines SMEs according to the Indian definition and categories. It also discusses challenges faced by SMEs and potential solutions. For family managed businesses, it provides examples like the Tata group and discusses advantages and challenges. For SSIs, it discusses their role in employment and exports. Finally, it defines PSUs and discusses their objectives, types, examples like SAIL, and challenges.
Business incubation provides business support services to help new companies become established and profitable during startup. It offers advice, services, networking and mentoring through four phases: pre-incubation for planning, early stage for marketing and legal help, classic incubation for office space and funding access, and graduation for close marketing support. Key factors for success include involvement from private sector partners, improving incubator staff skills, linking to other SME programs, and finding sustainable funding sources. Establishing a business incubator requires feasibility studies of the market need, stakeholder support, facilities, and financial viability.
The document discusses various types of assistance provided by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) in India to support small businesses. It outlines that NSIC was established in 1955 to promote small-scale industries and provides raw materials, machinery, technical assistance, and marketing support. Specifically, NSIC assists with obtaining raw materials, operates hire purchase and leasing schemes for plant/machinery, offers technical training and consultancy, and helps with marketing products under a common brand name. Additional services are available for small businesses registered under NSIC's single point registration scheme.
Scaling-up Social Enterprises as a tool for Public Service deliveryOECD CFE
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Support for social enterprises in ManchesterOECD CFE
Presentation made during the last 11th Annual Meeting of the OECD LEED Forum on Partnerships and Local Development where local and national leaders, policy makers and practitioners discussed how inclusive growth can be built from the ground up.
Foresters is a community development finance institution (CDFI) that provides financial products and services to underserved individuals and communities in Australia. It has a non-profit holding company structure with subsidiaries that have an Australian Financial Services License and Australian Credit License. Foresters offers loans to individuals experiencing financial exclusion as well as organisational finance to non-profits and social enterprises. It also has investment products through a wholly owned subsidiary that are matched to the finance needs of its markets. Foresters' vision is to empower communities through self-determination and its mission is to provide innovative financial solutions that support social change.
The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a compulsory pension fund in Singapore where employers and employees contribute a percentage of monthly salary. Contribution rates vary depending on the employee's age, citizenship status, and time as a permanent resident. The Skill Development Levy (SDL) is also paid by employers for all local employees at a rate of 0.25% of the first $4,500 of monthly wages to support worker training programs.
The document outlines changes to CPF contribution and allocation rates in Singapore that will take effect from January 1, 2015. Key points include:
- Employer contribution rates will increase by 1-2 percentage points depending on employee age to help employees save more for retirement and healthcare.
- Employee contribution rates will increase by 0.5 percentage points for those aged above 50-55.
- The increases will be allocated to the Medisave, Special, and Ordinary Accounts depending on employee age.
- CPF contribution ceilings and rates for Singaporeans, permanent residents, and different employment sectors are provided in tables and annexes.
Singapore Central Provident Fund (CPF) and Skill Development Levy (SDL) RatesRikvin Pte Ltd
The Central Provident Fund or CPF is a compulsory pension fund scheme in which the employer and employee contribute a percentage of the monthly salary to the fund. CPF contribute on by the employer is mandatory for all local employees who are Singapore citizens or permanent residents earning more than S$50 a month. The maximum CPF contribution rate for employer and employee is 14.5% and 20% respectively and can be lower depending on certain factors such as employee age and permanent resident status. Employment pass holders do not have to contribute to CPF.
The document discusses Singapore's changing population trends and the government's population policies over time. It notes that Singapore experienced a post-war baby boom in the 1950s-1960s but then saw declining birth rates from the 1980s onward due to successful family planning policies, social factors like women pursuing careers, and higher costs of living. This led to an aging population and problems like a smaller workforce. The government implemented policies like the Graduate Mothers Scheme, "Three or More if You Can Afford It", and attracting foreign talent to promote population growth. The document examines the challenges of Singapore's slowing population growth and aging population.
Compulsory Savings and the Singapore Health Systems.coffey
The document discusses Singapore's healthcare system and whether aspects of it could be applied in Ireland. It outlines Singapore's Central Provident Fund program which requires compulsory healthcare savings contributions. These contributions fund the "3Ms" of the Singapore system - Medisave medical savings accounts, Medishield catastrophic insurance, and Medifund for the needy. Surveys show Singaporeans support personal responsibility for healthcare costs and view the system as generally affordable and high quality despite relying on less than 4% of GDP. However, implementing such a system may require prerequisites like willingness to save that differ between countries.
Chapter 3 - Managing Healthcare in SingaporeGoh Bang Rui
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These slides are used to illustrate the healthcare system in Singapore. Ranging from Medisave to Restructuring of Hospitals in Singapore, these slides aim to teach the concept of Singapore healthcare in the new Social Studies Secondary Three syllabus. At the end of the slides, they provide a brief snapshot of the healthcare system of Singapore using the various measures such as Medisave, Medishield and Medifund.
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The Power of ICT Collaborative Innovation for our Sustainable FutureNAP Events
Presented by: Hideyuki Kanemitsu
7.3 Information and Communication Technologies in adaptation
The session will address the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in climate change adaptation. Through presentation of key concepts and practical examples, the session will look at: how processes in various applications can be optimized and adapted according to changing climate conditions through internet of things (IoT); application of ICTs in food production systems and disaster risk reduction.
Short excerpt from training I developed and delivered on the use of feedback in a self-directed environment. Key questions or points were interspersed with supporting graphic representations.
This document provides an overview of various ed-tech tools and learning platforms:
Edmodo allows teachers to create online learning communities for collaboration. Google and Haiku Learning are also mentioned. A Haiku Class has been created for the workshop.
Haiku is described as a learning platform for creating lessons. A wiki is defined as a website that allows visitors to add, remove, edit, and change content through collaboration.
Learning management systems (LMS) are discussed. Free LMS providers are listed.
The document focuses on exploring Haiku as a learning tool and wiki platforms for collaboration. It provides instructions on adding pages and editing content within Haiku.
Edmodo Spotlight is introduced as a
Powerpoint for talk on working together virtually for ALA's Emerging Leaders, 2009. The text can be found at: http://wikis.ala.org/emergingleaders/images/a/a1/Working_virtually_text.pdf
Session 2: Self-directed & Collaborative LearningAshley Tan
The document discusses self-directed learning (SDL) and collaborative learning (CL). It defines SDL as learning that individuals direct and achieve on their own, while CL involves social construction of knowledge through interaction with others. Students are asked to discuss SDL and CL in pairs, identify gaps in their own knowledge, and consolidate what they learned about the topics in a wiki or blog. The document provides guidance on designing learning experiences to promote SDL and CL, including setting goals, exploring ideas with peers, and providing feedback.
Singapore's transformation into an economic powerhouse has attracted adulation from developed and developing economies alike. In this paper, I discuss policies that fuelled this growth, and also highlight some negative side-effects/criticisms.
Sec 3 Social Studies Chapter 3 (Singapore) earlgreytea
Healthcare in Singapore is managed through a system that aims to balance providing basic, quality care affordably while encouraging individual responsibility. The government provides subsidies to hospitals and medical facilities. Individuals use compulsory savings from their Medisave accounts to pay medical bills, and can get additional coverage through MediShield. For those unable to afford care, there is the Medifund safety net. Debates continue around policies like means-testing to ensure the system's sustainability and fairness.
Summary of Budget 2016 presented in slide format for grassroots briefing
View the website version here: http://www.singaporebudget.gov.sg/budget_2016/BudgetMeasures.aspx
Government assistance to firms to go head tohead with rivals ASHISHKUMARMISHRA48
This Presentation is about how Government is helping the firms to sustain in the market and how with help of advantages provided by the Government firms are flourishing
Government Assistance to Firms to go Head to Head with RivalsPriyanshiSingh88
The document summarizes various ways in which governments assist businesses to grow and compete, including through economic development programs, research and development grants, infrastructure funding, education/training programs, and financial/non-financial incentives. It provides examples of how low interest rates and access to capital can help businesses expand. Government schemes in India that support small and medium enterprises are also outlined. Maintaining a skilled domestic workforce and domestic market are described as additional advantages that can help businesses flourish.
MSME Act 2006 relating to micro Enterprises 040509jiteshindia
The document summarizes key aspects of the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act of 2006 relating to micro enterprises in India. The act aims to promote and develop micro enterprises by facilitating competitiveness, defining micro enterprises as those with investments less than Rs. 25 lakh in manufacturing and Rs. 10 lakh in services. It establishes a National Board and Advisory Committee to examine factors affecting micro enterprises and advise the government. It also outlines indicative activities to promote micro enterprises such as skill development, technology upgrades, marketing assistance, and preferential government procurement policies. State governments are tasked to form Micro and Small Enterprise Facilitation Councils to further these objectives.
The document discusses Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India. It defines MSMEs and notes that they make up 45% of industrial output, 40% of exports, employ over 60 million people, and contribute 17% to India's GDP. MSMEs play a crucial role in employment, rural development, and more equitable distribution of wealth. The government classifies and supports MSMEs through various schemes focused on credit, technology, marketing, exports, and cluster development. However, MSMEs face challenges accessing financing, skilled labor, infrastructure, and competition.
Mobile web africa 2012 presentation loren treismanLoren Treisman
Presentation delivered by Dr Loren Treisman at Mobile Web Africa 2012 in Johannesburg. This presentation focuses on tech innovation hubs, social tech projects in the health, agriculture and democracy space, the impact of both hubs and social projects, with case studies from Indigo Trust's grantees as well as a role for Foundations and the private sector in supporting this work.
Kgomotso Power Africa established and incorporated in 2003, is made up of a group of companies – Kgomotso Power Supplies, Kgomotso Powerhouse, and Kgomotso Advance Technology and Innovation. Formed and led by astute businessman, Mr Lassy Chiwayo, the company has leveraged its local and global partnerships to provide turnkey solutions in mega projects across various sectors of the economy.
The Ultimate Guide to Startups Types, Industries, and Future Trends.pdfKhelan
Start-ups are vital to the development of new ideas and economic growth, which are characterized by scalability, innovative methods and rapid expansion possibilities. It is completely different with small businesses that are usually traditional in nature. For instance, start-ups target huge market shares and they often aim to disrupt established industries through innovative products or services. They often begin with limited resources hence being able to operate economically on lean basis.
A startup lifecycle contains a range of stages including ideation, validation, seed stage, early stage, growth stage, maturity and exit. Development of viable product and raising initial capital to scaling operations as well as achieving market stability are some objectives faced at each stage.
Thus startups create jobs by stimulating competition for human resources and foster innovations through this competition. There exist several areas where innovation can be applied such as health tech, green tech edtech among others which provide unique potential for addressing market gaps utilizing emerging technologies.
Understanding startup dynamics such as types of start-ups available, funding mechanisms utilized and industry trends is important for entrepreneurs and investors among other stakeholders too.This expertise enables them to negotiate the complexity of the startup environment and take advantage of the possibilities it provides. WebPatriot offers a free consultation to provide tailored advise and discuss how you may succeed in this dynamic market.
This document provides an overview and agenda for Day 2 of an Age Friendly Innovation Bootcamp. The day includes sessions on strategies for business growth, understanding business finance, commercialization planning, and sources of finance. Guest speakers will also present case studies. The document outlines the content to be covered in each session, including discussing strategic planning tools like the Boston Box and Ansoff's Matrix. Financial topics will include profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, and key financial ratios. Participants will work in groups on commercialization plans and action planning.
The Facility, together with its partners FSDA and AFD, organized a webinar on "Making change happen within insurers".
In this webinar, we highlighted the change management activities of two partners - AXA Mansard (Nigeria) and SUNU Assurances (Cote D'Ivoire). It also outlined FSDA and ILO's change management framework and step-by-step process.
The presenters discussed activities, results and lessons that will be helpful to other organizations that wish to go through a similar change process.
Presenters: Omosolape Odeniyi (AXA Mansard), Gildas N'Zouba (SUNU Assurances) and Paul Musoke (FSDA). Moderator: Aparna Dalal (the ILO's Impact Insurance Facility).
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This document discusses entrepreneurial development programs and business incubation. It defines entrepreneurial development programs as programs designed to help individuals strengthen their entrepreneurial skills and abilities. The objectives of EDPs are to help formulate projects, select products, analyze the environment, and acquire managerial skills. EDPs consist of an initial planning phase, training phase, and post-training follow up phase. Business incubators are defined as facilities that provide resources and services to support new businesses, such as office space, training, and connections to investors. They aim to help new companies survive the early vulnerable stages of development and create jobs.
The document discusses approaches to improving access to finance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It outlines various government intervention programs that can support SMEs, including partial credit guarantee schemes, capacity building programs, and wholesale funding facilities. It emphasizes that developing sustainable finance providers, strong governance, and market-reactive policies are key to successfully applying these intervention models. The document also stresses the importance of enabling regulatory frameworks, secured transactions systems, and developing a long-term viable market for innovation finance with successful exits.
As per PTU syllabus: Skill Development for Entrepreneurs. Business incubation – Meaning – Setting up of Business Incubation Centre,. Meaning and definition of a sick industry - Causes of industrial sickness. Preventive and remedial measures for sick industries
Transnet has established an Enterprise Development Hub in Saldanha, South Africa to support small businesses and promote economic growth in the region. The hub acts as a "one-stop shop" where small businesses can access financial and non-financial support services from various government agencies located under one roof. These services include procurement assistance, business training, funding and mentorship. Transnet aims to develop local suppliers and entrepreneurs through the hub. The pilot hub in Carlton Centre has already assisted over 2,500 small businesses. Transnet plans to expand this model to other areas of South Africa to support local economic development around its infrastructure projects.
Infosys' attrition rate has climbed again according to a report. Attrition refers to the gradual reduction in workforce size due to retirement or resignation. High attrition rates can negatively impact companies through loss of productivity, increased costs of recruitment and training, and loss of revenue. In 2006, Infosys' attrition rate was 12.9% compared to industry averages of 22-24%. To address attrition, Infosys has implemented measures like compensation increases, employee stock purchase plans, improved work-life balance policies, and increased learning and development opportunities. However, experts say it can take time for attrition rates to normalize even as Infosys takes corrective actions and new CEO Vishal Sikka's
The document discusses international experience in developing support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It notes that SMEs can play a major role in economic development, but that access to finance remains a key constraint, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa region. The document summarizes recommendations from a review by the G20 SME finance sub-group, including developing country strategies, strengthening legal/regulatory frameworks and financial infrastructure, and building capacity of financial institutions to better serve SMEs. Case studies from countries like Mexico, India, Brazil, Turkey and Russia provide examples of programs that have improved SME access to finance.
The proces approach Small and Medium Enterprises [SME] development - NigeriaPeter Senkus
The document discusses using a process approach to develop small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. It outlines the following process:
1) Analyzing relevant inputs like Nigeria's demography, innovation levels, economic problems, and global trends.
2) Defining actions like using process frameworks, business models, and tools to address problems and align with trends.
3) Anticipating outputs such as eliminating problems, designing a sustainable society based on SMEs, and adapting to world trends.
The overall goal is to create a happy, stable society by encouraging citizens to start self-sustainable family SMEs and cooperatives to generate jobs and balanced economic development.
The document summarizes key aspects of Singapore's 2016 budget, including:
1) Support measures for businesses such as increases to the corporate tax rebate and SME working capital loans.
2) Initiatives to transform the economy through enterprise and innovation, including industry transformation programs, skills training, and increased funding for research and development.
3) Measures to build a caring society, including enhanced financial support for seniors, lower-income households, and persons with disabilities.
The document summarizes key measures in the Singapore Budget 2016 to support businesses and industries through transformation. It includes measures to address near-term concerns for businesses such as enhancing corporate tax rebates and employment credits. It also introduces the new Industry Transformation Programme to help firms and industries create value and growth through three thrusts: transforming enterprises, transforming industries, and transforming through innovation. The Programme will provide over $4.5 billion in support and funding over the next few years.
2016 Budget Speech read by Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat.
Available on Singapore Budget 2016 website: http://www.singaporebudget.gov.sg/budget_2016/BudgetSpeech.aspx
Singapore Government’s borrowing is fiscally sustainable. This can be partly attributed to the following features:
1. Borrowings are not for spending.
2. Borrowing proceeds are invested.
3. The Singapore Government has a strong balance sheet that has assets well in excess of its liabilities.
Read the report to understand the unique nature of the borrowing of the Singapore Government. http://www.mof.gov.sg/Resources/Feature-Articles/SG-Borrowings
The Ministry of Finance (Singapore) issued an occasional paper in August 2015 on income growth, inequality and mobility which are key issues of concern for many countries across the world.
1) Real income growth provides an indication of how consumption and standards of living are improving;
2) Income inequality examines the spread of incomes across a society;
3) Intergenerational income mobility measures the extent to which individuals’ incomes and their standing in the income ladder differs from their parents’.
This paper reviews trends in income growth, inequality and mobility in Singapore, using data from the Department of Statistics (DOS), and puts them in international perspective.
About MOFSpore:
Ministry of Finance (Singapore) is a ministry of the Government of Singapore responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy.
MOF’s mission is to create a better Singapore through Finance. Our vision is a forward-looking MOF that advances leading ideas, drives synergies across Government and ensures fiscal prudence.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Tharman Shanmugaratnam spoke about Singapore's social polices (past, present and future) at The Economic Society of Singapore SG50 Distinguished Lecture on 14 August 2015.
This document contains his speech covering issues on income growth, income distribution and mobility trends in Singapore.
About MOFSpore:
Ministry of Finance (Singapore) is a ministry of the Government of Singapore responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy.
MOF’s mission is to create a better Singapore through Finance. Our vision is a forward-looking MOF that advances leading ideas, drives synergies across Government and ensures fiscal prudence.
Connect with MOF Online:
Visit the MOF’s WEBSITE: http://www.mof.gov.sg/
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Slides of the Budget 2015 measures announced by the Ministry of Finance (Singapore) on 23 Feb 2015
About MOF Singapore:
Ministry of Finance (Singapore) is a ministry of the Government of Singapore responsible for managing Singapore’s fiscal policies and the structure of its economy.
MOF’s mission is to create a better Singapore through Finance. Our vision is a forward-looking MOF that advances leading ideas, drives synergies across Government and ensures fiscal prudence.
Connect with MOF Online:
Visit the MOF’s WEBSITE: http://www.mof.gov.sg/
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Working with data is a challenge for many organizations. Nonprofits in particular may need to collect and analyze sensitive, incomplete, and/or biased historical data about people. In this talk, Dr. Cori Faklaris of UNC Charlotte provides an overview of current AI capabilities and weaknesses to consider when integrating current AI technologies into the data workflow. The talk is organized around three takeaways: (1) For better or sometimes worse, AI provides you with “infinite interns.” (2) Give people permission & guardrails to learn what works with these “interns” and what doesn’t. (3) Create a roadmap for adding in more AI to assist nonprofit work, along with strategies for bias mitigation.
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DI SEGUITO SONO PUBBLICATI, AI SENSI DELL'ART. 11 DELLA LEGGE N. 3/2019, GLI IMPORTI RICEVUTI DALL'ENTRATA IN VIGORE DELLA SUDDETTA NORMA (31/01/2019) E FINO AL MESE SOLARE ANTECEDENTE QUELLO DELLA PUBBLICAZIONE SUL PRESENTE SITO
AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
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Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
United Nations World Oceans Day 2024; June 8th " Awaken new dephts".Christina Parmionova
The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
About Potato, The scientific name of the plant is Solanum tuberosum (L).Christina Parmionova
The potato is a starchy root vegetable native to the Americas that is consumed as a staple food in many parts of the world. Potatoes are tubers of the plant Solanum tuberosum, a perennial in the nightshade family Solanaceae. Wild potato species can be found from the southern United States to southern Chile
Synopsis (short abstract) In December 2023, the UN General Assembly proclaimed 30 May as the International Day of Potato.
About Potato, The scientific name of the plant is Solanum tuberosum (L).
Budget Summary FY2016
1. Transforming our Economy through Enterprise and Innovation
1. Addressing Near-
Term Concerns
Assessment of the
Singapore Economy
Transforming
Enterprises
Transforming
Industries
Transforming
through
Innovation
3. Supporting
Our People
through Change
• Continued Fiscal
Support
• Corporate Income
Tax Rebate
• Special Employment
Credit
• SME Loan Assistance
• Revitalisation of
Shops Scheme
• Foreign Worker Levy
Changes
• Near-term cyclical
weaknesses
• Medium-term
challenges and
opportunities
• Business Grants
Portal
• Automation
Support Package
• Financing and
Tax Incentives to
Support Scale-Ups
• Support for
Internationalisation
• National Trade
Platform
• Leveraging New
Technologies
• Increasing
outreach through
Trade Associations
and Chambers
• Deepening
Innovation
Capabilities
• Strengthening
Innovation
and Enterprise
Networks
• Jurong Innovation
District
Investing in
SkillsFuture
Helping Our People
to Adjust
• Adapt and Grow
Initiative
Enabling Our
People to Seize
New Opportunities
• TechSkills
Accelerator
2. Industry Transformation Programme
Integrated · Sector-focused · Partnerships · Technology
Partnering
Future
for the
2. Building a Caring and Resilient Society
2. Caring for Our Low Wage Workers
and Persons with Disabilities
1. Caring For Our Young
3. Caring for our Seniors
4. Other Measures Affecting Households
5. Building a Caring Society
• Enhancements to Workfare
• Supporting Persons with
Disabilities at Work
Supporting Families with Children
• Child Development Account
First Step Grant
• KidSTART
• Fresh Start Housing Scheme
Building Resilience in our Youth
• National Outdoor Adventure
Education Masterplan
• Implementation of Silver Support Scheme
• Community Networks for Seniors
• Public Assistance and
Singapore Allowance
• GST Voucher
• Service & Conservancy Charges
Rebate
• Personal Income Tax Relief Cap
• Business and Institutions of a Public
Character Partnership Scheme
• Supporting Community Chest Giving
• Our Singapore Fund
Partnering
Future
for the