The document provides information about social etiquette in South Africa. It discusses the diverse ethnic groups in South Africa and notes that family is the basic social unit. It also outlines etiquette for gift giving, dining, food/drinks, tipping, body language, time, and business. Specific customs covered include shaking hands as a greeting, arriving on time for dinner, breaking bread instead of cutting it, and maintaining eye contact in business meetings. The document concludes with data on South Africa's top imports and exports in 2009-2010, as well as identifying telephones as a potential new export from India to South Africa.
South African culture is diverse due to influences from different immigrant groups who added aspects of their own cultures. Some key elements of South African culture include music traditions like Khoi and Western folk songs and instruments like the mamokhorong violin and ramkei guitar. Dance styles range from contemporary to classical ballet. Sports like soccer and rugby are popular, and holidays honor events like Freedom Day as well as important figures. Cuisine features foods like biltong dried meat, potjiekos stew, and koeksisters pastries. Christianity is the dominant religion.
South Africa landmarks, culture, food and national heroes Fatih ullah khan
South Africa is the southernmost country in Africa, bounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It has a diverse landscape, including coastal areas, the Drakensberg Mountains, and the Karoo region. South Africa has a rich cultural heritage and celebrates this through numerous annual festivals. Popular South African foods reflect the diverse cultural influences and include biltong, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bunny chow, and braais.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries and two oceans. It has nine provinces and over 44 million people. The main languages include Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. The climate is moderate with warm summers and mild winters. South Africa is a democracy with Jacob Zuma as President and has a diverse economy focused on industries like mining, farming, and automotive. Tourism also contributes significantly to the economy.
South Africa is located on the southern tip of Africa. It borders Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia to the north and east, and has coastlines on the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Some key points about South Africa include that it has an area of 1,219,912 square kilometers and a population of over 44 million people. It has three capital cities: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein. Some popular tourist destinations include Table Mountain, the national parks home to diverse plants and animals, and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. South Africa also has a thriving wine industry and diamond mines, including the large open pit mine known as the Big Hole in Kimber
Country of my people - South Africa for KidsNkosazanaRoxi
This document provides an overview of South Africa's national identity. It describes South Africa as located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by two oceans. It notes the country has 11 official languages and a diversity of cultures due to immigration from places like India, Germany and the Netherlands. It highlights South Africa's national symbols like the flag and coat of arms, as well as animals unique to the country like the Big Five. It also discusses South Africa's history of apartheid and its transition to a rainbow nation embracing diversity.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has three capital cities and its government is a republic. The country has diverse geography and climates ranging from semi-desert to temperate coastlines. Dutch and British colonizers established control in the 17th century, influencing the country's ethnic groups and languages today. South Africa has a variety of cultural festivals, sports, crafts and industries.
South Africa has a diverse population and 11 official languages. It has a population of around 48 million people and its capital is Pretoria. The main religions are Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Judaism. Famous South Africans include Nelson Mandela, Charlize Theron, and Miriam Makeba. South Africa will host the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The country has various ethnic tribes and uses the South African Rand as its currency.
This presentation provides an overview of South Africa, including its location in southern Africa, bordering countries, nine provinces and capital of Pretoria. It discusses South Africa's history involving Dutch and English domination, the discovery of diamonds, and the establishment of homelands for ethnic groups. The presentation also outlines South Africa's democratic government system since 1994, with the ruling African National Congress party, and an economy focused on farming, mining and automotive industries. Key topics covered include languages, climate, environment, food, religion, and education. Popular tourist attractions like the Cango Caves and Boulders Beach are mentioned along with historical places like the Cape Winelands, Kimberly Big Hole and Robben Island.
South African culture is diverse due to influences from different immigrant groups who added aspects of their own cultures. Some key elements of South African culture include music traditions like Khoi and Western folk songs and instruments like the mamokhorong violin and ramkei guitar. Dance styles range from contemporary to classical ballet. Sports like soccer and rugby are popular, and holidays honor events like Freedom Day as well as important figures. Cuisine features foods like biltong dried meat, potjiekos stew, and koeksisters pastries. Christianity is the dominant religion.
South Africa landmarks, culture, food and national heroes Fatih ullah khan
South Africa is the southernmost country in Africa, bounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It has a diverse landscape, including coastal areas, the Drakensberg Mountains, and the Karoo region. South Africa has a rich cultural heritage and celebrates this through numerous annual festivals. Popular South African foods reflect the diverse cultural influences and include biltong, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bunny chow, and braais.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries and two oceans. It has nine provinces and over 44 million people. The main languages include Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. The climate is moderate with warm summers and mild winters. South Africa is a democracy with Jacob Zuma as President and has a diverse economy focused on industries like mining, farming, and automotive. Tourism also contributes significantly to the economy.
South Africa is located on the southern tip of Africa. It borders Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia to the north and east, and has coastlines on the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Some key points about South Africa include that it has an area of 1,219,912 square kilometers and a population of over 44 million people. It has three capital cities: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein. Some popular tourist destinations include Table Mountain, the national parks home to diverse plants and animals, and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. South Africa also has a thriving wine industry and diamond mines, including the large open pit mine known as the Big Hole in Kimber
Country of my people - South Africa for KidsNkosazanaRoxi
This document provides an overview of South Africa's national identity. It describes South Africa as located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by two oceans. It notes the country has 11 official languages and a diversity of cultures due to immigration from places like India, Germany and the Netherlands. It highlights South Africa's national symbols like the flag and coat of arms, as well as animals unique to the country like the Big Five. It also discusses South Africa's history of apartheid and its transition to a rainbow nation embracing diversity.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has three capital cities and its government is a republic. The country has diverse geography and climates ranging from semi-desert to temperate coastlines. Dutch and British colonizers established control in the 17th century, influencing the country's ethnic groups and languages today. South Africa has a variety of cultural festivals, sports, crafts and industries.
South Africa has a diverse population and 11 official languages. It has a population of around 48 million people and its capital is Pretoria. The main religions are Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Judaism. Famous South Africans include Nelson Mandela, Charlize Theron, and Miriam Makeba. South Africa will host the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The country has various ethnic tribes and uses the South African Rand as its currency.
This presentation provides an overview of South Africa, including its location in southern Africa, bordering countries, nine provinces and capital of Pretoria. It discusses South Africa's history involving Dutch and English domination, the discovery of diamonds, and the establishment of homelands for ethnic groups. The presentation also outlines South Africa's democratic government system since 1994, with the ruling African National Congress party, and an economy focused on farming, mining and automotive industries. Key topics covered include languages, climate, environment, food, religion, and education. Popular tourist attractions like the Cango Caves and Boulders Beach are mentioned along with historical places like the Cape Winelands, Kimberly Big Hole and Robben Island.
The document provides an overview of culture in the United Arab Emirates. It discusses the profile of UAE, including geography, climate, history and government. It covers major topics like religion, traditions, and family life. Specific traditions covered include greetings, gender roles, hospitality, food, dress code, and social etiquette. Urban and rural life is also summarized, including issues around healthcare, education, transportation and marketplaces. The document aims to give a broad introduction to the culture and way of life in the UAE.
African Culture (Cross-cultural Communication in Business)Khan Tanjeel Ahmed
This document provides tips for communicating across different cultures, specifically when conducting international business in Africa. It outlines differences in communication styles, business etiquette, and cultural norms to be aware of. Key points include using plain English, respecting other cultures, the importance of handshakes and maintaining eye contact, dressing conservatively, not interrupting speakers, and understanding differences in formality, pace, and decision making between white and black Africans. The overall goal is removing misinterpretation and enabling successful international business deals.
South Africa PowerPoint Presentation: (Sample)Andrew Schwartz
This South Africa PowerPoint will teach you about the country's culture, customs, family life, gender roles, cuisine, etiquettes for dining, social and business interactions, and much more to assist you in your travels. Did you know that Table Mountain in Cape Town is believed to be the oldest mountain in the world? Or that Kruger National Park in South Africa supports the greatest variety of wildlife species in Africa?
The complete version highlights these facts and much more:
• 18 Points on General Information
• 11 Points on Family Life
• 15 Points on Food
• 13 Points on Food Etiquette
• 5 Points on Social Etiquette
• 19 Points on Business Etiquette
• 10 Points on Trivia.
The document provides information about the local culture, customs, and etiquette in the United Arab Emirates. It discusses the country's geography, history, rulers, citizens, immigration, holidays, and various cultural norms. The UAE is located in the Middle East, has a hot climate, and its original citizens are called Badu. Islam is the main religion and Arabic is the primary language. Respecting local traditions, dressing modestly, and avoiding public displays of affection are important.
South Africa is a country located in Africa, with Pretoria, Bloemfontein, and Cape Town as capital cities. It has an area of 471,443 square miles and a population of over 52 million people. The official currency is the South African Rand and the time zone is SAST (UTC+2). Key attractions on the Cape Peninsula include scenic beauty, beaches, Table Mountain, whale watching, shopping, and cuisine from award-winning wines along scenic wine routes. Gold Reef City in Johannesburg is an amusement park located on an old gold mine themed around the 1880s gold rush, with period costumes, buildings, and a museum about gold mining where visitors can see gold poured from ore.
If you are a lover of African art, then you should explore the Nigerian fashion and culture. You can find Aso Ebi fabrics and experience the joy at a wedding ceremony or any other social event.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has nine provinces and various geographic features including Table Mountain, the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, and Cape Point. The climate is moderate with four seasons. The environment includes the springbok as national animal and protea as national flower. South Africa has a diverse population that speaks 11 official languages and celebrates various holidays and traditions. The economy relies on industries like farming, mining, and automotive and tourism also contributes. South Africa is a democracy with the ANC as the ruling party and Jacob Zuma as president.
South Africa is located in southern Africa, surrounded by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. It has a population of over 49 million people and its top two languages are Afrikaans and English. Some of its major mountains include Njesuthi, Sentinel, and Cathedral Park. South Africa exports fruits, wine, wheat, and sugarcane. It also has livestock farming of animals such as sheep, cows, and ostriches. The climate varies from dry in the northwest to tropical in the south. Major inventions from South Africans include the CAT scan, the first heart transplant, and the first swimming pool vacuum cleaner.
Mali is located in West Africa and has a population of over 25 million people. The official language is French and the majority religion is Islam. Mali has a diverse landscape and climate and the economy relies heavily on agriculture and gold mining. Malian culture places great importance on respect, hospitality, and indirect communication. Meetings tend to start late and last longer than scheduled.
Namibia gained independence from South Africa in 1990 and is located in southwestern Africa along the Atlantic coast. Its capital is Windhoek. The Namibian economy relies heavily on mining which accounts for 20% of GDP, with key minerals including diamonds. Cattle also play an important role in rural economies, providing resources like milk and serving as a store of wealth. The quiver tree is indigenous to the hot and dry southern regions of Namibia. In the 1960s, SWAPO launched an independence movement through guerrilla warfare against South African administration, and Namibia finally gained full independence in 1990.
This document provides an overview of Ghana's history, culture, language, religion, and customs as they relate to business. It notes that Ghana was formerly known as the Gold Coast and its flag represents independence, natural resources, and its status as a gateway to Africa. The traditional Ghanaian culture emphasizes community and indirect communication. While English is the official language, nine others are recognized. Religion, holidays, and attire also influence business customs in Ghana.
South Africa has 11 official languages and diverse religious beliefs including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and traditional African beliefs. It has several public holidays celebrating events in its history such as Freedom Day on April 27th commemorating the first democratic elections in 1994. While South Africa has a growing economy centered around industries like automotive, IT, and mining, it still faces socioeconomic challenges like high unemployment, poverty, and HIV/AIDS prevalence.
New Zealand has a diverse economy dependent on agriculture, tourism, and technology exports. Agriculture makes up around 50% of export income, with dairy being the largest sector. Tourism is also a major industry and top foreign exchange earner. Other key sectors include energy and minerals, timber, and fishing. New Zealand's GDP per capita was $41,555 in 2013, with economic growth of 2.5% that year. The country imports machinery, vehicles, oil, electronics and other goods. Technology exports have grown substantially in recent years to become the third largest export sector behind dairy and tourism. Construction is also booming currently due to earthquake recovery and housing demand.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Mozambique and Swaziland. It has 11 official languages including Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. Some of South Africa's major rivers are the Maputo River, Apies River, and Amanzimtoti River. The country's most popular sports are soccer, rugby, and cricket. South Africa has multiple capitals - Pretoria is the executive capital, Bloemfontein is the judicial capital, and Cape Town is the legislative capital. South Africa gained independence from Britain in 1910 and became a republic in 1961.
The document discusses Asian Jewellery Manufacturing Company and provides information about the jewellery industry, gold purity and hallmarking, pricing considerations, and tips to avoid being cheated when purchasing gold jewellery. It outlines the multi-step process of manufacturing, including wastage and making charges, and provides a price calculation example. Contact information is given at the end.
Brazil has a population of over 190 million people and the eighth largest economy in the world. Key exports include iron ore, soybeans, orange juice, and footwear, while major imports are capital goods, chemicals, oil, and electricity. The largest cities are Brasilia, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro. Portuguese is the official language, and over 90% of Brazilians are Roman Catholic.
The United Arab Emirates is a country located in Western Asia at the northeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf. It is a federation of seven emirates with Abu Dhabi as its capital and Dubai as its largest city. The UAE has a population that is mostly Muslim and Arabic is the most common language. The country has legal dress codes for modest attire in public and has a federal monarchy system of government. Popular sports include cricket and attractions include man-made islands, the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, and indoor skiing at Ski Dubai.
The document summarizes e-government initiatives in the Netherlands. It notes that the Netherlands ranks highly in e-government readiness and network preparedness. The country has a sophisticated ICT infrastructure, with over 80% of broadband connections having speeds over 2Mbps. Key e-government programs and services discussed include DigiD for citizen identity and Basic System of Records. Challenges include increasing online public services and improving e-government at the local level. The road ahead involves expanding services to citizens and businesses through a single portal and strengthening e-participation.
Joint ventures can be a successful business strategy when carefully planned and mutually beneficial to both partners, similar to marriages that work well. However, not all joint ventures are destined for success as relationships between partners can fail much like marriages sometimes end unsuccessfully.
The document provides an overview of culture in the United Arab Emirates. It discusses the profile of UAE, including geography, climate, history and government. It covers major topics like religion, traditions, and family life. Specific traditions covered include greetings, gender roles, hospitality, food, dress code, and social etiquette. Urban and rural life is also summarized, including issues around healthcare, education, transportation and marketplaces. The document aims to give a broad introduction to the culture and way of life in the UAE.
African Culture (Cross-cultural Communication in Business)Khan Tanjeel Ahmed
This document provides tips for communicating across different cultures, specifically when conducting international business in Africa. It outlines differences in communication styles, business etiquette, and cultural norms to be aware of. Key points include using plain English, respecting other cultures, the importance of handshakes and maintaining eye contact, dressing conservatively, not interrupting speakers, and understanding differences in formality, pace, and decision making between white and black Africans. The overall goal is removing misinterpretation and enabling successful international business deals.
South Africa PowerPoint Presentation: (Sample)Andrew Schwartz
This South Africa PowerPoint will teach you about the country's culture, customs, family life, gender roles, cuisine, etiquettes for dining, social and business interactions, and much more to assist you in your travels. Did you know that Table Mountain in Cape Town is believed to be the oldest mountain in the world? Or that Kruger National Park in South Africa supports the greatest variety of wildlife species in Africa?
The complete version highlights these facts and much more:
• 18 Points on General Information
• 11 Points on Family Life
• 15 Points on Food
• 13 Points on Food Etiquette
• 5 Points on Social Etiquette
• 19 Points on Business Etiquette
• 10 Points on Trivia.
The document provides information about the local culture, customs, and etiquette in the United Arab Emirates. It discusses the country's geography, history, rulers, citizens, immigration, holidays, and various cultural norms. The UAE is located in the Middle East, has a hot climate, and its original citizens are called Badu. Islam is the main religion and Arabic is the primary language. Respecting local traditions, dressing modestly, and avoiding public displays of affection are important.
South Africa is a country located in Africa, with Pretoria, Bloemfontein, and Cape Town as capital cities. It has an area of 471,443 square miles and a population of over 52 million people. The official currency is the South African Rand and the time zone is SAST (UTC+2). Key attractions on the Cape Peninsula include scenic beauty, beaches, Table Mountain, whale watching, shopping, and cuisine from award-winning wines along scenic wine routes. Gold Reef City in Johannesburg is an amusement park located on an old gold mine themed around the 1880s gold rush, with period costumes, buildings, and a museum about gold mining where visitors can see gold poured from ore.
If you are a lover of African art, then you should explore the Nigerian fashion and culture. You can find Aso Ebi fabrics and experience the joy at a wedding ceremony or any other social event.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by several countries. It has nine provinces and various geographic features including Table Mountain, the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, and Cape Point. The climate is moderate with four seasons. The environment includes the springbok as national animal and protea as national flower. South Africa has a diverse population that speaks 11 official languages and celebrates various holidays and traditions. The economy relies on industries like farming, mining, and automotive and tourism also contributes. South Africa is a democracy with the ANC as the ruling party and Jacob Zuma as president.
South Africa is located in southern Africa, surrounded by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. It has a population of over 49 million people and its top two languages are Afrikaans and English. Some of its major mountains include Njesuthi, Sentinel, and Cathedral Park. South Africa exports fruits, wine, wheat, and sugarcane. It also has livestock farming of animals such as sheep, cows, and ostriches. The climate varies from dry in the northwest to tropical in the south. Major inventions from South Africans include the CAT scan, the first heart transplant, and the first swimming pool vacuum cleaner.
Mali is located in West Africa and has a population of over 25 million people. The official language is French and the majority religion is Islam. Mali has a diverse landscape and climate and the economy relies heavily on agriculture and gold mining. Malian culture places great importance on respect, hospitality, and indirect communication. Meetings tend to start late and last longer than scheduled.
Namibia gained independence from South Africa in 1990 and is located in southwestern Africa along the Atlantic coast. Its capital is Windhoek. The Namibian economy relies heavily on mining which accounts for 20% of GDP, with key minerals including diamonds. Cattle also play an important role in rural economies, providing resources like milk and serving as a store of wealth. The quiver tree is indigenous to the hot and dry southern regions of Namibia. In the 1960s, SWAPO launched an independence movement through guerrilla warfare against South African administration, and Namibia finally gained full independence in 1990.
This document provides an overview of Ghana's history, culture, language, religion, and customs as they relate to business. It notes that Ghana was formerly known as the Gold Coast and its flag represents independence, natural resources, and its status as a gateway to Africa. The traditional Ghanaian culture emphasizes community and indirect communication. While English is the official language, nine others are recognized. Religion, holidays, and attire also influence business customs in Ghana.
South Africa has 11 official languages and diverse religious beliefs including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and traditional African beliefs. It has several public holidays celebrating events in its history such as Freedom Day on April 27th commemorating the first democratic elections in 1994. While South Africa has a growing economy centered around industries like automotive, IT, and mining, it still faces socioeconomic challenges like high unemployment, poverty, and HIV/AIDS prevalence.
New Zealand has a diverse economy dependent on agriculture, tourism, and technology exports. Agriculture makes up around 50% of export income, with dairy being the largest sector. Tourism is also a major industry and top foreign exchange earner. Other key sectors include energy and minerals, timber, and fishing. New Zealand's GDP per capita was $41,555 in 2013, with economic growth of 2.5% that year. The country imports machinery, vehicles, oil, electronics and other goods. Technology exports have grown substantially in recent years to become the third largest export sector behind dairy and tourism. Construction is also booming currently due to earthquake recovery and housing demand.
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, bordered by Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Mozambique and Swaziland. It has 11 official languages including Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and Tswana. Some of South Africa's major rivers are the Maputo River, Apies River, and Amanzimtoti River. The country's most popular sports are soccer, rugby, and cricket. South Africa has multiple capitals - Pretoria is the executive capital, Bloemfontein is the judicial capital, and Cape Town is the legislative capital. South Africa gained independence from Britain in 1910 and became a republic in 1961.
The document discusses Asian Jewellery Manufacturing Company and provides information about the jewellery industry, gold purity and hallmarking, pricing considerations, and tips to avoid being cheated when purchasing gold jewellery. It outlines the multi-step process of manufacturing, including wastage and making charges, and provides a price calculation example. Contact information is given at the end.
Brazil has a population of over 190 million people and the eighth largest economy in the world. Key exports include iron ore, soybeans, orange juice, and footwear, while major imports are capital goods, chemicals, oil, and electricity. The largest cities are Brasilia, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro. Portuguese is the official language, and over 90% of Brazilians are Roman Catholic.
The United Arab Emirates is a country located in Western Asia at the northeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf. It is a federation of seven emirates with Abu Dhabi as its capital and Dubai as its largest city. The UAE has a population that is mostly Muslim and Arabic is the most common language. The country has legal dress codes for modest attire in public and has a federal monarchy system of government. Popular sports include cricket and attractions include man-made islands, the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa, and indoor skiing at Ski Dubai.
The document summarizes e-government initiatives in the Netherlands. It notes that the Netherlands ranks highly in e-government readiness and network preparedness. The country has a sophisticated ICT infrastructure, with over 80% of broadband connections having speeds over 2Mbps. Key e-government programs and services discussed include DigiD for citizen identity and Basic System of Records. Challenges include increasing online public services and improving e-government at the local level. The road ahead involves expanding services to citizens and businesses through a single portal and strengthening e-participation.
Joint ventures can be a successful business strategy when carefully planned and mutually beneficial to both partners, similar to marriages that work well. However, not all joint ventures are destined for success as relationships between partners can fail much like marriages sometimes end unsuccessfully.
Adopt adapt and flourish the social media changeChetan Goenka
This document discusses the benefits of social networking within organizations and how social media can help human resources functions. It provides examples of social networking platforms that can be used internally like Brainpark, and how HR can utilize social media for recruitment, training, communication, and other activities. The document also talks about how social media allows for inter-organizational coordination, and provides examples of companies like American Express and Archer that use social media in business-to-business contexts. It envisions what future organizations may look like with greater social collaboration and knowledge sharing enabled by enterprise social networking platforms.
Emerging trends and uses of mobiles applicationsChetan Goenka
This document discusses emerging mobile applications in India between 2015-2020, including government applications to provide citizen IDs and services, a proximity-based dating app, and using social networks and smartphones to take citizen engagement and dating to new levels. It notes that India will have 450 million phones and 250 million internet users by 2015, and proximity-based mobile dating apps allow users to directly connect in person after finding a match nearby in real time.
Adopt adapt and flourish the social media changeChetan Goenka
This document discusses the benefits of social networking within organizations and how social media can help human resources functions. It provides examples of social networking platforms that can be used internally like Brainpark, and how HR can utilize social media for recruitment, training, communication, and other activities. The document also talks about how social media allows for inter-organizational coordination, and provides examples of companies like American Express and Archer that use social media in business-to-business contexts. It concludes by discussing how future organizations will be more social and people-centered.
The document discusses the efficiency perspective of corporate executives in maximizing profits, sometimes through exploitative means like sweatshops. Sweatshops emerged between 1830-1850 and involved unacceptable and inhumane working conditions like discrimination, unsafe environments, lack of compensation and benefits, child labor, and employee abuse. While companies claim they provide opportunities and relatively better conditions, the reality is that workers toiled for 12-28 cents per hour under constant surveillance. The document advocates for regulatory bodies, consistent norms and best practices like global labor standards to prevent the illegitimate norms and protect workers.
The document discusses outsourcing in the insurance industry. It outlines the key drivers for outsourcing including reducing costs and focusing on core competencies. It also describes the various business processes that insurance companies outsource, such as claims processing, policy services, and information technology functions. Finally, it discusses trends in outsourcing higher-end processes and increasing billing rates in the future.
This document discusses different techniques for understanding consumer perceptions of brands, including in-depth interviews, ZMET (Zaltman Metaphor Elicitation Technique), image analysis and storytelling, the Kelly Repertory Grid technique, and identifying the most representative image. ZMET is based on the theories that the human mind operates visually and through metaphorical thinking. Image analysis involves having informants describe themes in images and storytelling to deeply understand attitudes towards topics like coffee. These techniques can help create integrated marketing by understanding how quality and symbolic meaning are becoming more important to consumers than price and quantity.
Top Notch Informatics Limited has proposed developing and testing a purchase order automation system for Technology Engineers over 18 months. The project will be executed using an onsite-offshore model on a time and materials basis, with an estimated cost of INR 20,46,513 excluding taxes. The project will involve understanding existing processes, requirements analysis, development, testing, and implementation of the new purchase order system in three phases from January 2011 to July 2012. Key deliverables will include the new automated purchase order system and training.
Group 11's presentation discusses SMRT Corporation, the dominant rail and bus operator in Singapore. Some key points:
1. SMRT operates Singapore's rail (MRT) network with over 23 years of experience and holds a 25% market share of bus services.
2. The presentation provides an overview of SMRT's corporate structure, financial information, operating model, and industry drivers like economic and population growth.
3. SMRT has implemented various IT systems to improve operations, customer experience, and analytics. Examples include contactless smartcard systems, supervisory control systems, and an electronic road pricing system.
Group 9 consists of Ankur, Chetan, Shashank, Srivathsan, and Shriram. IT projects face challenges such as hardware failures, vendor delays, personnel issues, capacity issues, scaling issues, utilization management, data center outages, and bandwidth issues that take up 30% of time, while cloud-based infrastructure takes up 70% of time. The document then discusses Amazon Web Services and provides an overview of AWS services like EC2, S3, SQS, and tools for compute, storage, databases, messaging, and other capabilities.
This document presents the findings of a feasibility study on introducing self-checkout machines in supermarkets in Dubai. It finds there is demand among consumers for self-checkout due to the benefits of reduced waiting times, increased privacy and control. While retailers have concerns about costs and security, the study estimates self-checkout machines would pay for themselves within two years due to reduced labor costs. It recommends a phased introduction along with promotional discounts and awareness campaigns to encourage adoption.
T-Mobile is the 4th largest telecom operator globally with a market cap of Euro 40 billion. It has a strong presence in Europe, North America, and emerging economies. The document analyzes T-Mobile's financial performance from 2000-2009 including dividend payments, earnings, capital structure, cash flows, and intrinsic value. It finds the company's market price is below its calculated intrinsic price of 15.78, suggesting it may be undervalued.
The document outlines 18 best practices for businesses, including eliminating bureaucracy and boundaries, putting values first, cultivating others, creating a learning culture, harnessing everyone as team players, setting stretched goals, instilling confidence, managing less formally, focusing on innovation, behaving like a small company, articulating a vision, getting ideas from everywhere, and seeing change as an opportunity.
Procter & Gamble underwent organizational restructuring. It started migrating to a global matrix structure in the 1990s to improve knowledge sharing and standardize activities across regions. This led to cost savings but also issues with strategic alignment between functions. In 2005, P&G dismantled the matrix into Global Business Units (GBUs), Market Development Organizations (MDOs), and Global Business Services (GBS) to increase agility. The new structure aimed to accelerate innovation globalization but instead increased brands and decision power concentrated in individuals, causing clashes between GBUs and MDOs.
The European Monetary Union was formed to increase stability and growth through a single currency and monetary policy controlled by the ECB. While interest rates fell and investment rose initially, some economies saw rising domestic debts and current account deficits as growth stagnated. Fiscal challenges now differ between nations as unemployment rises, requiring austerity measures that could worsen recessions. Bailout plans have been enacted, but strict treaty adherence and coordinated fiscal-monetary policies are needed from individual governments to support the Euro during political and social difficulties.
Inflation in India is caused by both cost-push factors like increases in prices of oil and food grains as well as demand pull factors such as excess liquidity in money markets, foreign investments, and government spending. The Reserve Bank of India and Government of India have taken measures to curb inflation by absorbing liquidity through increasing cash reserve ratios and interest rates, reducing import duties, and banning some exports. Long term solutions include increasing domestic gas and food supplies to reduce reliance on imported oil and monsoons.
IKEA has become the world's largest furniture retailer by pioneering flat-pack furniture at affordable prices. It was founded in Sweden in 1943 and now has over 1200 suppliers in 55 countries. IKEA has seen tremendous growth, with turnover increasing from 0.2 billion Euros in 1954 to 301 billion Euros in 2009. However, to succeed internationally, IKEA recognized it must understand local cultural and economic traditions in each host country. While maintaining some standardized products and processes, IKEA has also adapted to local needs and conditions in markets across Europe, North America, Asia and elsewhere. This has helped drive IKEA's continued global expansion.
Christian Audigier created the Ed Hardy brand based on the tattoo art of Don Ed Hardy. The brand has 72 stores worldwide, with 33 in the US. Ed Hardy's main competitors are Affliction and TapOut in the US. In Dubai Mall, other competitors include Harley Davidson, Jack & Jones, and Billabong. Ed Hardy targets young adults aged 18-25 with high incomes who enjoy clubbing, drinking, and gambling. The brand promotes a rock and roll lifestyle through its tattoo-inspired apparel, accessories, and celebrity endorsements. Ed Hardy stores curate an experience showcasing the brand's culture through decor, music, and staff attire.
Comparative analysis of mastek, mindtree and hexawareChetan Goenka
- The IT services industry has seen decreased profitability due to cost cutting measures during the economic recession. Companies that managed costs well have recovered better than those heavily focused on Europe.
- Mastek suffered losses in Europe and is trying to increase its American business. It has grown through projects with lower margins.
- Hexaware and Mindtree recovered better through the recession by improving productivity and expanding geographically while controlling costs like travel. Revenue is proportional to human capital, and offshoring ratios increased.
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1. BY
(Group 8)
Amitav Pattnaik
Balaji Ramamurthy
Chetan Goenka
Jemi Varghuese
Johnson Chacko
2. SOUTH AFRICA
SOCIAL ETIQUETTE
South Africa is a land of rich culture and has many different ethnic groups. Due to this diverse
character, it is also known as the Rainbow Nation. The traditional African society was made
up of tribes where each tribe was almost equivalent to a nation. The tribe was considered to
provide both financial and emotional security to its people. It is this attribute of a tribe that is
now reflected in a family. Hence, the family is the basic unit in South African society.
It is said that people from Johannesburg consider those from the country side to be less
sophisticated. They hold materialistic values, and are interested in what a person owns rather
than the character of the person. People from Cape Town are very proud of their city, and
have a greater attitude about their city when compared to the rest of the country.
GIFT GIVING/RECEIVING ETIQUETTE
Generally, South Africans give presents for birthdays and on Christmas. Two
birthdays, 21 and 40 are celebrated and a lavish gift is given. Wrapping a gift shows
that one has taken extra effort.
Usually, one does not spend more than fifty U.S. dollars on the gifts. Gifts such as
cigars, whisky, wine, a souvenir from your hometown, or flowers can be given.
However, carnations are sometimes associated with funerals.
Gifts are opened as and when it is received. It is polite to send a thank you note.
DINING ETIQUETTE
If one is invited to a South African’s house:
One should make sure they arrive on time.
One should contact the hostess ahead of time to see if she would like you to bring a
dish.
One should wear casual clothes, though it is a good idea to check with the hosts in
advance. One should not wear jeans or shorts unless they have spoken to the hosts. In
Johannesburg, casual is dressier than in other parts of the country. In South African
urban cultures, people usually wear typical Western attire.
Offer to help the hostess with the preparation or clearing up after a meal is served.
FOOD/DRINKS
One should not cut bread rolls. Instead, break them into small bite-sized pieces on a
side plate.
If you’re done eating, one should not leave food on the plate
One should their knife and fork on the plate to indicate that they are still eating.
3. One should put their napkin on their lap upon being seated.
TIPPING
Tip 10-20% at a restaurant, but do check the bill to ensure that the tip hasn't been
included already.
Tip tour guides and bus drivers at the end of the day. Usually it is R10.00 per person
on a day tour. The guide and driver will split it.
Do pay hotel porters R3.00 a bag
BODY LANGUAGE AND GESTURES
One should shake hands upon meeting someone.
There tends to be touching of arms, shoulders and hands when interacting with a
South African. There is more expression and excitement when an exciting story is
being narrated.
People often hold hands (including men with men) and touch you on your arms or
chest. Family members communicate with the same personal space as complete
strangers.
Keep your hands and arms at your sides when standing or keep them loosely folded
on your lap when sitting.
One should beckon by extending the arm and waving towards them and tell people to
go away by waving away from them.
Thumbs up signifies well done or that everything is okay.
Gratitude is shown by placing both hands together with fingers pointing up.
TIME
Giving value for time varies from place to place in South Africa. In Johannesburg,
people covet their time more while in coastal cities,people are generally more laid
back.
Though buses and trains tend to run on time, meetings may start up to 2 hours later
than scheduled in certain areas.
Taking your time is an important part of the culture. It is said that what takes an hour
in a more time oriented country, may take an entire day in South Africa.
BUSINESS ETIQUETTE
Although South Africa is culturally diverse, the white male culture still dominates to a certain
extent in the corporate arena. Following below sums up the business etiquette of the South
Africans;
Most South Africans, regardless of ethnicity, prefer face-to-face meetings to more
impersonal communication mediums such as email, letter, or telephone.
4. When speaking about any topic, eye contact is important, so is frequent nodding to
indicate you are listening. Do maintain eye-contact at all times, especially when
shaking hands with your South African business colleagues. This is an essential part of
developing trust. Some women do not shake hands and merely nod their head, so it is
always best to wait for a woman to extend her hand.
Men may kiss a woman they know well on the cheek in place of a handshake.
To generalise, English-speaking South Africans tend to adopt a rather polite and
formal manner of address. Black South Africans are less informal and more personal
when greeting those they do not know.
The concept of time and the approach taken towards it differs between the white and
black cultures living in South Africa. For the majority of white South Africans, time is
viewed in a more formal manner. However, black South Africans may have a more
flexible approach.
South Africans commonly use the terms “black” and “white” when referring to race in
their speech and, while not intended to be offensive, these terms are often interpreted
as racist by people from other countries.
Titles are not used in South African business settings. However, some honorary
doctorates may wish to be addressed using the title ‘Dr.’ When addressing a female
colleague, it is advised to avoid using the term ‘Miss’ in business circles. If the female’s
marital status is not known, it is best to leave those terms out as they may cause
offence.
South Africans are transactional and do not need to establish long-standing personal
relationships before conducting business, however networking and relationship
building are crucial for long-term business success. South Africans are very open to
discussing issues around politics, economics and sport, in particular golf, rugby,
soccer and cricket.
South African businesses adopt a less strict policy when it comes to corporate gifts
and it is not unusual to have a gift presented to you. Such gifts are not usually
intended to be a “bribe” and refusal may offend, so it is often better to accept the gift.
The overall aim during business negotiations in South Africa is to reach a general
consensus. South Africans prefer to see a fair, win-win situation where all sides gain
something from the deal, and for this reason, confrontations and aggressive bartering
over prices should be avoided.
5. IMPORTS TO SOUTH AFRICA 2009-10
2009-2010
S.No. Commodity
(US $ Million)
MINERAL FUELS, MINERAL OILS AND PRODUCTS OF THEIR DISTILLATION; 542.43
1
BITUMINOUS SUBSTANCES; MINERAL WAXES.
2 PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS 145.26
3 VEHICLES OTHER THAN RAILWAY OR TRAMWAY ROLLING STOCK, AND 140.34
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOF.
4 ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND 89.46
RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND
RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS,AND PARTS.
5 ORGANIC CHEMICALS 53.75
6 NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL 52.55
APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF.
ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, KNITTED OR 38.59
7
CORCHETED.
8 PLASTIC AND ARTICLES THEREOF. 32.38
9 TOBACCO AND MANUFACTURED TOBACCO SUBSTITUTES. 29.65
10 ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, NOT KNITTED OR 28.73
CROCHETED.
11 IRON AND STEEL 26.93
6. EXPORTS OF SOUTH AFRICA 2009-10
2009-2010
S.No. Commodity
(US $Million)
COAL BRIQUETTES OVOIDS & SIMILAR SOLID FUELS MANUFACTURED FROM 970.91
1 COAL
DIPHOSPHORUS PENTAOXIDE PHOSPHORIC ACID & POLYPHOSPHORIC ACIS 663.23
2 W/N CHEMICALLY DEFINED
3 PLTNM UNWRGHT/SEMI MNFCTRD/PWDR FORMS 489.53
MN ORES & CONCENTRATS INCLDNG FERRUGINS MN ORS & CONCNTRTS 218.87
4 WTH MN CNTNT 20 PERCNTOR MORE CALCULTED ON THE DRY WEIGHT
5 FERROUS WASTE AND SCRAP,REMELTING SCRAP INGOTS OF IRON OR STEEL 170.32
6 COPPER ORES & CONCENTRATES 109.78
7 UNWROUGHT ALUMINIUM 107.78
8 DIAMONDS W/N WRKD BUT NT MOUNTED/SET 72.73
9 CHEMICAL WOOD PULP DISSOLVING GRADES 38.13
10 FLT-RLLD PRDCTS OF STAINLESS STL OF WDTH>=600 MM 30.27
POTENTIAL EXPORTS FROM INDIA TO SOUTH AFRICA
India can be a potential exporter of (TELEPHONE SETS, INCLUDING Mobile TELEPHONES – HS Code
(8517) to South Africa. We base our judgment from the following figures.
The total imports of Telephone Sets and Mobile Telephones by SA in 2009-2010 is USD 2.38 Billion
The total exports of Telephone Sets and Mobile Telephones by India in 2009-2010 are USD 2.60 Billion.
India is not a party to the total imports of telephones by South Africa and thus can be a trade partner if a company starts
exporting telephones made in India to South Africa.