twenty sixth April, 2024: Nykaa, the nation’s main magnificence and life-style vacation spot, has launched new merchandise from the World’s No 1 Sun Care Brand NIVEA SUN completely on its platform. With a long time of experience within the solar care class, NIVEA has change into synonymous with pores and skin well being, and now, it’s elevating the bar even increased with its newest choices completely for Nykaa clients.
Step into the realm of recent skincare the place sunscreen reigns supreme as your pores and skin’s final BFF! In in the present day’s world, shielding your pores and skin from the solar’s relentless assault isn’t merely a luxurious—it’s an absolute necessity. NIVEA, the trusted alternative for pores and skin well being, is ushering in a brand new period of solar care sophistication with NIVEA SUN.
Wave goodbye to undesirable shine and greasiness with NIVEA SUN Shine Control SPF 50, meticulously crafted for regular and mixture pores and skin varieties. Sensitive pores and skin? Fear not! NIVEA SUN Sensitive SPF 50 steps in as the right answer. The non-greasy method is fragrance-free making it good for delicate pores and skin and supplies instant UVA/UVB safety with SPF 50. The sunscreen has been dermatologically authorised for pores and skin compatibility, nourishing and repairing the pores and skin whereas enhancing its resilience in opposition to solar injury.
But the solar care extravaganza doesn’t finish there! NIVEA SUN presents two extra merchandise with SPF 50: NIVEA SUN UV Protect & Dry Touch SPF 50 obtainable in a novel spray format good for on-the-go utility, making it supreme for hard-to-reach areas just like the again and shoulders and NIVEA Sun UV Kids Protect & Care SPF 50+ a water resistant method good for outside playtime, pool days, and summer time sports activities, for teenagers aged 3 years and above.
Commenting on the unique launch, Anchit Nayar, Executive Director & CEO Nykaa Beauty stated, “We are thrilled to associate with NIVEA to launch their solar care vary completely on Nykaa in India. NIVEA is a trusted title in skincare globally and we at Nykaa are extremely excited to convey this incredible vary to Indian customers for the primary time. We stay up for seeing what Nykaa and Beiersdorf obtain collectively within the coming years.”
Elaborating on the launch, Geetika Mehta, Managing Director – NIVEA India, added, “We at NIVEA are excited to convey marquee merchandise from the globally celebrated NIVEA SUN vary to India. This launch represents a big step ahead in our mission to supply extremely efficient solar safety options whereas making certain accountable solar enjoyment with out compromising on pores and skin well being. Our partnership with Nykaa, the main magnificence vacation spot, underscores our dedication to delivering premium skincare experiences tailor-made to the various life of our customers.”
All NIVEA SUN merchandise being launched have instantaneous UVA and UVB safety. The NIVEA SUN Range is offered completely on Nykaa whether or not you’re lounging by the pool or exploring the good outside, belief NIVEA SUN and Nykaa to have you ever lined.
Hyderabad: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. (TKM) announced the launch of its car care brand, T GLOSS, marking the brand’s foray into the world of car detailing. Starting May 1, the T GLOSS treatments will be offered at every authorised Toyota dealership in India.
Under the T GLOSS brand, TKM will offer a wide array of services curated to enhance a vehicle’s appearance, both inside and out. This includes ceramic coating, underbody coating, silencer coating, and internal panel protection. These treatments are not only aimed at enhancing the aesthetic appeal of vehicles but also offers certain degree of protection against environmental elements.
Customers can also avail comprehensive services such as interior enrichment and exterior beautification services that breathe new life into the car, revitalizing its aesthetic appeal and ensuring it looks as good as new. Additionally, T GLOSS will provide services like AC duct cleaning and evaporator cleaning, contributing to an immaculate ambiance, promoting a healthier driving environment. All the services are designed to rejuvenate the interiors and exteriors of vehicles.
Sabari Manohar, Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said: “We are thrilled to unveil T GLOSS, an innovative and industry first venture that underscores Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s unwavering commitment to ‘customer-first’ philosophy. We are witnessing growing trend among car owners who prioritize quality vehicle maintenance, and T GLOSS is designed to meet their needs by helping them keep their cars in excellent condition aesthetically.”
Manohar further added: “T GLOSS is a one-stop-shop solution aimed at offering customers high quality car care solutions that are tailored specifically for Toyota vehicles to ensure safety and upkeeping of vehicles ultimately designed to offer a peaceful ownership experience. This launch marks a significant another critical milestone in our journey of delivering Toyota owners an all-encompassing car care solution that seamlessly aligns with our core values of quality, durability, and reliability (QDR)”
The services will be undertaken by highly skilled and trained professional to ensure integration of not only usage of high-quality material but also ensure the services are rendered in the most professional manner ensuring longevity of the vehicle’s aesthetics, including exteriors as well as interiors.
New Delhi, April twenty sixth, 2024: CubeHighwaysTrust (“Cube InvIT”) [BSE/NSE: CUBEINVIT], managed by CubeHighways Fund Advisors Pvt. Ltd. (the “Investment Manager / IM”) at present introduced the proposedacquisition of as much as 100% fairness shareholding in seven freewayproperty from Singapore based mostly CubeHighways and Infrastructure III Pte Ltd. and CubeHighways Infrastructure Pte. Ltd., the Sponsors of Cube InvIT, in a number of tranches. The proposedacquisition was accepted by the Board of Directors of the Investment Manager held on Thursday, April 25, 2024, topic to the approval of Ordinary Unitholders of Cube InvIT.
The seven freewayproperty, which embody six Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) property and one Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) asset, span round 2,200 lane kms and are unfold throughout geographic footprints of Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu.
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Pankaj C. Vasani, Group CFO of Cube InvIT, acknowledged: “The proposed strategic addition of these seven property will probably be a big milestone, a testomony to the boldness of our traders in Cube InvIT and complement the present portfolio of property. These property have an enterprise worth of ₹5,172 crores as of February 29, 2024, and will probably be acquired by means of inside accruals and a combination of debt, topic to crucial approvals. After these acquisitions, the yield is predicted to develop upward of c.1.5% p.a. over a interval of subsequent 5 years.”
The Board has additionally accepted the postal poll discover to hunt the approval of Ordinary Unitholders for this proposedacquisition. With this acquisition, InvIT’s asset portfolio will consist of 25 diversified property unfold throughout 13 States.
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Vinay C. Sekar, CEO of Cube InvIT, stated, “This previous yr has been a interval of important achievements – strong income progress of over 11.5%, a distribution plan in keeping with expectations – and now this transaction will probably be aligned with CubeHighway’s technique of transferring de-risked and yield property that ship dependable returns to the Cube InvIT. These property will enhance Cube InvIT’s Assets Under Management (AUM) by over 20% from ₹25,024 crores as of December 31, 2023. The Net Debt/ AUM will stand round 46 per cent put up this acquisition, offering satisfactory headroom for progress.”
The buying and selling window for dealing within the securities of Cube InvIT shall stay closed. The acquisition is predicted to be accomplished topic to the satisfaction of customary closing situations, together with receipt of statutory clearances and approval of Ordinary Unitholders of Cube InvIT.
twenty sixth April 2024: GR8 Tech’s participation on the latest BIS SiGMA Americas occasion held in São Paulo was fairly profitable, highlighted by successful the ‘BEST WORKPLACE 2024’ award on the SiGMA Americas Awards and holding over 150 conferences with operators and different stakeholders. These interactions have laid a stable basis for GR8 Tech’s strategic enlargement within the area and supplied the crew with vital insights into the evolving Latin American iGaming market.
A Closer Look on the Brazilian Market and Wider LatAm
“Brazil will not be synonymous with Latin America. Each nation on the continent has its personal distinctive traits,” Evgen Belousov, GR8 Tech CEO.
The most necessary factor to grasp within the LatAm area is that it’s very various. There are vital cultural and operational variations that necessitate a localized method. For instance, “Brazil’s rhythm is distinct; life begins within the afternoon, and enterprise interactions replicate this laid-back tempo. To thrive right here, understanding and integrating into the native life-style is important.”
Belousov additional mentioned the Brazilian market’s aggressive nature, highlighting retention methods’ essential position. “The churn price is excessive as gamers incessantly shift between operators lured by aggressive advertising. Hence, having sturdy retention mechanisms, reminiscent of real-time instruments and attractive bonus mechanics, is essential to sustaining a loyal buyer base,” he added.
Yevhen Krazhan, CBDO, addressed trending compliance and market preferences. “Regulation is a scorching matter, with a eager deal with product compliance. Moreover, whereas basic sportsbooks saturate the market, rising pursuits lie in areas like fantasy sports activities and social gaming, which current new alternatives for differentiation and development.”
Thomas Carvalhaes, Senior Business Development Manager for the Latin America area, supplied his experience throughout the panel dialogue “Understanding the calls for and evolution of the B2B market”, highlighting the demand for localization and intuitive expertise. “In Latin America, the place many markets are nonetheless studying the ropes of iGaming, the simplicity of the expertise is vital. Products have to be user-friendly to make sure they meet the expectations of a clientele that values simple and partaking gaming experiences,” Carvalhaes defined.
Future Directions and Engagements
Building on the insights and achievements from BIS SiGMA Americas, GR8 Tech is actively increasing its presence in Brazil and LatAm, establishing its repute as a key participant within the area. The firm can be exploring alternatives in different world markets, with Asia as the following goal at SiGMA Asia, scheduled for June 3-6 in Manila, Philippines. This upcoming occasion presents one other incredible alternative for GR8 Tech to display the capabilities of its flagship GR8 Sportsbook platform and forge new partnerships in one other thrilling and various area.
56% of people in the Western region feel mosquitoes are one of the main reasons they are not able to sleep well
On a national level, more than half of India’s productivity is getting impacted due to disturbed sleep caused by mosquitoes
PUNE: More than half (58%) of India’s productivity is getting impacted as people feel stressed/drained out because of disturbed sleep due to mosquitoes. As a prelude to the upcoming World Malaria Day (April 25), this crucial revelation emerged from a survey report unveiled by Goodknight, India’s leading household insecticide brand from Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL). Titled ‘One Mosquito, Countless Threats’, this pan-India survey commissioned by Goodknight, and conducted by market research firm YouGov, examines public attitudes, and assesses the risks of mosquito-borne diseases. The survey report involved respondents across four regions of India – North (including central zone states), South, West and East.
The Goodknight report highlights that 62% of males and 53% females expressed that their productivity is getting impacted because of disturbed sleep due to mosquitoes. This is particularly concerning in the context of India’s recent economic surge, where a healthy workforce is paramount. As per industry reports, the economic burden of India from mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria alone is around INR. 16000 crores. As per various estimates, approximately 75% of the economic burden represents the loss of earnings by Indians and the balance towards treatment expenses.
Geographic zone wise, the West region consisting of states like Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, seemed the most affected with 67% people in the region feeling their productivity is getting impacted due to disturbed sleep caused by mosquitoes. Southern India comes in at the second spot with 57% people followed by Northern India at 56% and East region at 49%.
Ashwin Moorthy, Chief Marketing Officer – India, Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), says, “Goodknight’s ‘ONE MOSQUITO, COUNTLESS THREATS’ is a nationwide survey report that delves into public attitudes and evaluates the risks associated with mosquito-borne diseases. By such initiatives, our goal is to heighten awareness regarding the mosquito problem in India, enable families to act, and offer affordable yet innovative solutions to the country. In India, more than 40 million citizens are affected by mosquito-borne diseases like malaria, dengue, annually. Absenteeism from work, school, social and professional commitments due to illness, healthcare expenses, and reduced productivity, all contribute to economic losses. To maintain the productivity of the Indian economy and keep the GDP score ticking, what is needed on the ground is a steady and healthy workforce. One of the pragmatic ways of addressing this will be to resolve the rising trend of mosquito-borne diseases.”
Another noteworthy insight from the Goodnight survey is that mosquitoes significantly contribute to people’s inability to sleep well. Across India, on average, one out of every two adults (50%) identified mosquitoes as amongst the main reason for their sleep disturbances. Interestingly, West India (56%) agree with this statement the most followed by North (52%), South (47%) and East (42%). Furthermore, men (54%) are more inclined to agree with this sentiment compared to women (46%).
Commenting on the insights from the Goodknight report, Dr. Kirti Sabnis, Infectious Disease Specialist, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai, said, “It is critical to understand that a single mosquito possesses the potential to transmit life-threatening diseases. These diminutive, buzzing insects are the silent culprits behind the insidious spread of ailments such as dengue, malaria, and a host of other conditions. They can debilitate the immune system, rendering individuals vulnerable to other illnesses. This persistent threat not only compromises our health but also hampers our ability to lead healthy and productive lives. Safeguarding against mosquito-borne diseases transcends personal responsibility; it is a collective duty we owe to ourselves and our communities.”
Goodknight is actively engaged in raising public awareness about the dangers posed by mosquitoes and contributing to the national fight against these harmful insects. It has a long history of providing innovative mosquito repellent solutions like the Flash vapouriser and the Advanced Fast Card, protecting families from mosquito-borne diseases. Recognizing the recent health risks of illegal, unregulated, and Chinese chemical-laced mosquito repellent incense sticks, Goodknight recently launched India’s first government-approved, anti-mosquito incense stick, the Goodknight Agarbatti. This innovative product offers consumers a safe alternative to chemical-laden Chinese imports. The launch serves as a call to action, urging stakeholders to collaborate in the ongoing battle against mosquitoes and ensure a healthier future for India.
Please find appended link to the detailed report: Goodknight Report: One Mosquito, Countless Threat
twenty sixth April 2024: XITE College, Gamharia is thrilled to announce that it has been granted “Autonomy standing” by the University Grants Commission, as per the letter dated April twenty fourth, 2024. The XITE College is certainly run by the Jesuit Fathers, who’re famend for his or her contributions to training. XLRI Jamshedpur, Xavier College in Kolkata and Mumbai are all prestigious establishments below the Jesuit administration. This achievement marks a major milestone for the College, involving all stakeholders in a second of satisfaction. The conferred Autonomous standing by the UGC guarantees to enrich the teaching-learning course of on the school in a number of methods, which may be enumerate as follows:
1. XITE College now may have the liberty to conduct examinations of its personal, making certain the well timed completion of classes. 2. The school workouts the liberty to design a strong syllabus tailor-made to college students’ wants, fostering complete topic comprehension. 3. XITE College may have the liberty to provoke new programs aligning with the up to date wants of scholars.
The grant of autonomy by the University Grants Commission (UGC) is certainly a major recognition of XITE College’s dedication to educational excellence and its pursuit of high quality training. Several noteworthy achievements contribute to its significance:
Scholarship to eligible and deserving 100 tribal college students in 2024-25
Despite being within the rural space, yearly our last yr college students have been getting admission in IIMs akin to Ranchi, Lucknow, Roorkee, and many others.
UG Students’ Journal with ISSN: 2583-9632 (Online)
The College brings out the edited ebook of school yearly
Our school publish articles in Scopus and Web of Science-indexed journals.
Received DST Project from Central Govt. 2022-23
Received sponsorship from ICSSR for National Conference 2021-22
Received sponsorship from NCW for National Conference 2022-23
Received sponsorship from NAAC for National Conference 2022-23
Received sponsorship from ICSSR for National Conference 2022-23
XITE is grateful for the assist acquired from all stakeholders. Our dedication stays unwavering: to present educational excellence, instil human values, and domesticate skilled competence in our college students. Our aim is to put together them as accountable residents, able to assembly social challenges and contributing to nation-building.
Noida based Attero Recycling claims the world’s lowest capex for extracting lithium carbonate from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. Nitin Gupta, CEO and co-founder of Attero answers our questions about the company’s current scale of operations and processes.
What is the current scale of Lithium-ion battery recycling operations at Attero?
Attero currently operates a Lithium-ion battery recycling capacity of 15,000 metric tonnes. In line with its expansion strategy, we intend to establish additional recycling plants not only in India but also globally. Over the next four years, the company aims to achieve a global annual refining capacity of 300,000 metric tonnes of Li-ion batteries. This expansion includes dedicated capacities for the Indian market as well as for regions like the US and Europe.
Are all current Lithium-ion recycling operations located at your Roorkee facility?
Yes, all Lithium-ion recycling operations are consolidated at Attero’s Roorkee facility. This allows for streamlined operations and effective quality control measures throughout the recycling process.
Is Attero also exporting/supplying black mass to other companies?
No, Attero does not engage in exporting or supplying black mass to other companies. Instead, we focus on maximizing value from the recycling process by refining black mass into battery-grade materials for our clientele.
What are the buyer profiles for Cobalt and Lithium Carbonate produced by Attero?
Attero’s buyer profile for Cobalt and Lithium Carbonate includes a range of organizations such as Li-ion battery manufacturers, EV manufacturers, and industries utilizing these materials. This diversified client base ensures a steady demand for our refined products across various sectors.
Please tell us about the technology/process you adopted for black mass refining.
We stand out as the sole entity in India and one of the foremost global leaders in conducting complete processing and refinement of black mass. This process helps in extracting pure battery-grade cobalt, lithium carbonate, graphite, nickel, and other essential materials, achieving an impressive extraction rate exceeding 98%. This exceptional performance outshines competitors worldwide, who typically attain recovery efficiencies below 75%.
We employ a comprehensive mechanical and hydrometallurgical approach. Attero’s NASA-approved technology, backed by 45+ granted global patents and numerous applications, delivers remarkable efficiency with a high extraction rate.
At Attero, the lithium recycling process reduces GHG emissions by nearly 98% compared to the extraction of virgin metals. Our internal study reveals significant reductions in GHG emissions for key extracted materials, surpassing baseline emissions: graphite (63%), cobalt (57%), copper(67%), and lithium carbonate (98%).
How does Attero manage the collection of spent Li-ion batteries?
Attero manages the collection of spent Li-ion batteries primarily through partnerships with battery OEMs and EV manufacturers, constituting a significant portion of our feedstock.
However, our expertise extends beyond Li-ion battery recycling to encompass e-waste recycling, where consumer electronics powered by Li-ion batteries also contribute to our feedstock.
Additionally, Li-ion batteries used in storage solutions, such as those in mobile towers, represent another significant source of feedstock for us.
This diversified approach ensures a steady and comprehensive supply of spent Li-ion batteries.
Can you please advise what your capex and opex for extracting Lithium carbonate are and how these figures compare with industry standards?
Attero boasts the world’s lowest capex for extracting lithium carbonate, which is just $3,200 per tonne. This figure is notably 40% cheaper than industry standards in the battery recycling sector. In comparison, the minimum capex for a conventional hydro process amounts to $5,500 per tonne, while for a pyro process, it skyrockets to $10,000 per tonne for other competitors.
Our cost-efficient approach highlights the commitment to driving down operational expenses while maintaining high-quality standards in lithium extraction.
Any comments on the economic viability of recycling end-of-life LFP batteries?
Recycling end-of-life LFP batteries presents a viable economic opportunity for Attero and the industry as a whole. With increasing demand for lithium-based batteries in various applications, including electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, the recycling of LFP batteries can help mitigate resource scarcity and reduce environmental impact. Attero’s efficient processes and low capex further enhance the economic feasibility of LFP battery recycling, ensuring a sustainable approach to battery material supply chains.
Data reveals time is ripe for enterprise reinvention, as HubSpot launches the brand new Service Hub and Content Hub to assist Singapore firms rework, scale, and develop higher
SINGAPORE, Apr 26, 2024 – HubSpot, the shopper platform for scaling companies, has launched new knowledge from a worldwide analysis survey1 that signifies firms in Singapore are remodeling their enterprise fashions in response to world megatrends equivalent to generative AI and altering buyer expectations.
From financial downturns to the rise of latest social channels, companies must pivot with the instances, on a regular basis. But the AI period is completely different. Small and Medium (*8*) (SMEs) are working in a brand new actuality, and it requires extra than simply adapting to alter. It requires reinvention. According to HubSpot’s analysis, eight in ten (81 per cent) Singapore firms mentioned they’ve advanced extra in the previous 4 years than the earlier 20 years – the very best stage of disruption throughout all international locations surveyed.
In 2024, native firms are navigating a brand new actuality the place conserving tempo with technological disruption and innovation is essential to enterprise success. Singapore firms are the most probably globally to really feel that their present development techniques have gotten much less efficient (71 per cent) and are additionally the most probably throughout all international locations surveyed to agree that the introduction of AI has required them to reinvent (82 per cent) their enterprise.
Kat Warboys, Senior Marketing Director of APAC, HubSpot, mentioned: “A mix of rising enterprise prices, new expertise and evolving buyer expectations have impacted the effectiveness of typical development techniques amongst Singapore’s companies, accelerating a necessity for reinvention. Our analysis reveals {that a} majority of native companies agree that personalised, impactful buyer experiences, powered by AI and automation, can be important to their development in 2024. Long time period success can be decided by the flexibility of companies to successfully have interaction with their audiences throughout a number of channels all through the shopper journey, and reveal worth to clients to maximise retention.”
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To empower Singapore firms with the appropriate capabilities to satisfy evolving buyer expectations, HubSpot at present introduced the launch of the brand new Service Hub and Content Hub. These instruments are designed to assist native companies ship streamlined, personalised buyer experiences, which eight in ten (80 per cent) native firms view as key to enterprise development. These options are a part of HubSpot’s Spotlight, a bi-annual initiative the place the corporate highlights its newest improvements to assist SMEs win.
(*10*) content material advertising and marketing…once more – Introducing Content Hub
Today, clients are in all places. Their buy path is fragmented throughout multiplying channels, and entrepreneurs are left going through two main challenges: attain and relevance. Companies must effectively meet clients wherever they’re, and do it with high quality content material that’s personalised, distinctive and invaluable.
However, Singapore firms are struggling to satisfy calls for for multi-channel content material, with 82 per cent – the very best globally – sharing a necessity for instruments to assist remix content material from one format or channel to a different. Singapore can also be the most probably throughout all international locations surveyed by HubSpot to quote an growing variety of channels as a ache level (40 per cent).
“The knowledge means that whereas reinvention is important for achievement, it’s not a one measurement suits all method. Brands working to successfully attain audiences should join with clients on a deeper stage by leveraging personalised content material tailor-made for the channels these clients mostly reside on. While this will not be a easy course of, it’s a journey that many companies are on, or must begin, in order to grasp and produce content material that finest engages clients,” shared Warboys.
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To assist native companies meet calls for for remixed, multi-channel content material, HubSpot has launched Content Hub. The all-in-one advertising and marketing answer, powered by HubSpot AI, helps to create and handle content material throughout the complete buyer journey, by instruments like AI Content Creation, Content Remix, Brand Voice, Audio Tooling, Members Blog and Gated Content Library (amongst others). This helps manufacturers to extra successfully meet and have interaction their clients by producing content material customised for numerous channels, codecs, and viewers profile, with a constant model voice.
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Transforming CX groups into income drivers with the all-new Service Hub
A separate HubSpot study2 revealed that 9 in ten (92 per cent) Singapore firms agreed that buyers discover customer support interactions irritating. There is a transparent disconnect between what native manufacturers assume their viewers wants, and what their clients and prospects really need. SMEs must double down on conserving present clients joyful, particularly since buying a brand new one may be as much as 25 instances extra expensive3. This is without doubt one of the many causes a model’s buyer help and success groups play such a essential position in the underside line.
The HubSpot examine additionally discovered that 81 per cent of Singapore firms thought-about customer support and buyer success separate capabilities with distinct targets and duties. This hinders visibility and the circulation of data throughout buyer going through groups, impacting the flexibility to ship impactful, personalised customer support. Common challenges confronted by customer support groups in Singapore embody extracting significant insights from buyer knowledge (49 per cent), monitoring KPIs (46 per cent), making certain alignment of customer support targets with total enterprise targets (38 per cent), in addition to making certain brokers have entry to correct and related data (34 per cent).
Aligning with Singapore’s sturdy nationwide give attention to AI, the examine uncovered that almost all (96 per cent) native firms are utilizing AI as a part of the customer support course of. To rework customer support right into a extra proactive perform, about two thirds of (66 per cent) CX groups in Singapore are implementing predictive analytics and AI-driven instruments to higher anticipate buyer wants.
The all-new Service Hub, powered by HubSpot AI, is the one answer that brings collectively buyer help and success capabilities for the primary time, serving to companies scale help and drive retention by data-backed insights and related workflows. In line with sturdy native adoption of AI, Service Hub options over a dozen AI-powered instruments equivalent to chatbots and real-time reply suggestions to spice up buyer successes.
HubSpot Service Hub – Customer Success Dashboard
“With Service Hub, our reps hit the bottom working thanks to a whole view of the shopper journey,” mentioned Jennifer Cummings, Sr. Director, Customer Engagement at Kaplan. “Since bringing our advertising and marketing, gross sales, and repair groups collectively on HubSpot, it’s fully eliminated the guesswork for our leaders, giving them visibility and confidence that clients are getting what they want, shortly.”
“In at present’s enterprise panorama, change is measured in days and weeks, not years. The velocity of reinvention may be daunting, however expertise developments supply a major alternative for Singapore firms, particularly SMEs, to adapt to new market developments and proceed assembly evolving buyer wants. With shoppers anticipating personalised experiences that align with their values and preferences, assembly these expectations requires companies to attach with clients by channels that serve them finest. These options from HubSpot are geared toward serving to Singapore firms thrive in the digital financial system,” defined Warboys.
56% of people in the Western region feel mosquitoes are one of the main reasons they are not able to sleep well
On a national level, more than half of India’s productivity is getting impacted due to disturbed sleep caused by mosquitoes
PUNE: More than half (58%) of India’s productivity is getting impacted as people feel stressed/drained out because of disturbed sleep due to mosquitoes. As a prelude to the upcoming World Malaria Day (April 25), this crucial revelation emerged from a survey report unveiled by Goodknight, India’s leading household insecticide brand from Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL). Titled ‘One Mosquito, Countless Threats’, this pan-India survey commissioned by Goodknight, and conducted by market research firm YouGov, examines public attitudes, and assesses the risks of mosquito-borne diseases. The survey report involved respondents across four regions of India – North (including central zone states), South, West and East.
The Goodknight report highlights that 62% of males and 53% females expressed that their productivity is getting impacted because of disturbed sleep due to mosquitoes. This is particularly concerning in the context of India’s recent economic surge, where a healthy workforce is paramount. As per industry reports, the economic burden of India from mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria alone is around INR. 16000 crores. As per various estimates, approximately 75% of the economic burden represents the loss of earnings by Indians and the balance towards treatment expenses.
Geographic zone wise, the West region consisting of states like Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, seemed the most affected with 67% people in the region feeling their productivity is getting impacted due to disturbed sleep caused by mosquitoes. Southern India comes in at the second spot with 57% people followed by Northern India at 56% and East region at 49%.
Ashwin Moorthy, Chief Marketing Officer – India, Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), says, “Goodknight’s ‘ONE MOSQUITO, COUNTLESS THREATS’ is a nationwide survey report that delves into public attitudes and evaluates the risks associated with mosquito-borne diseases. By such initiatives, our goal is to heighten awareness regarding the mosquito problem in India, enable families to act, and offer affordable yet innovative solutions to the country. In India, more than 40 million citizens are affected by mosquito-borne diseases like malaria, dengue, annually. Absenteeism from work, school, social and professional commitments due to illness, healthcare expenses, and reduced productivity, all contribute to economic losses. To maintain the productivity of the Indian economy and keep the GDP score ticking, what is needed on the ground is a steady and healthy workforce. One of the pragmatic ways of addressing this will be to resolve the rising trend of mosquito-borne diseases.”
Another noteworthy insight from the Goodnight survey is that mosquitoes significantly contribute to people’s inability to sleep well. Across India, on average, one out of every two adults (50%) identified mosquitoes as amongst the main reason for their sleep disturbances. Interestingly, West India (56%) agree with this statement the most followed by North (52%), South (47%) and East (42%). Furthermore, men (54%) are more inclined to agree with this sentiment compared to women (46%).
Commenting on the insights from the Goodknight report, Dr. Kirti Sabnis, Infectious Disease Specialist, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai, said, “It is critical to understand that a single mosquito possesses the potential to transmit life-threatening diseases. These diminutive, buzzing insects are the silent culprits behind the insidious spread of ailments such as dengue, malaria, and a host of other conditions. They can debilitate the immune system, rendering individuals vulnerable to other illnesses. This persistent threat not only compromises our health but also hampers our ability to lead healthy and productive lives. Safeguarding against mosquito-borne diseases transcends personal responsibility; it is a collective duty we owe to ourselves and our communities.”
Goodknight is actively engaged in raising public awareness about the dangers posed by mosquitoes and contributing to the national fight against these harmful insects. It has a long history of providing innovative mosquito repellent solutions like the Flash vapouriser and the Advanced Fast Card, protecting families from mosquito-borne diseases. Recognizing the recent health risks of illegal, unregulated, and Chinese chemical-laced mosquito repellent incense sticks, Goodknight recently launched India’s first government-approved, anti-mosquito incense stick, the Goodknight Agarbatti. This innovative product offers consumers a safe alternative to chemical-laden Chinese imports. The launch serves as a call to action, urging stakeholders to collaborate in the ongoing battle against mosquitoes and ensure a healthier future for India.
Please find appended link to the detailed report: Goodknight Report: One Mosquito, Countless Threat
In immediately’s quickly advancing world, the way in which you handle, spend and obtain cash has seen revolutionary adjustments. From conventional money and checks to digital wallets and cryptocurrencies, the evolution of cost strategies has been swift and transformative.
The trending cost strategies vary from PayPal to cell funds comparable to Apple Pay and Google Pay, and even lengthen to extra area of interest providers like Trustly, Neteller, and Paysafecard. Each of those platforms has crafted a distinct segment, catering to particular wants and preferences, thereby broadening the spectrum of cost prospects.
This article delves into trending cost strategies, contrasting conventional with fashionable approaches, exploring the rise of digital funds, and highlighting the distinct options that make these strategies stand out. Furthermore, we’ll present an summary of the main cost choices, focus on the pivotal function of expertise in these developments, and recommend how companies can combine these applied sciences.
Traditional vs. Modern Payment Methods
Before we discover the trending cost strategies, it’s important to know the excellence between conventional and fashionable strategies. Traditional strategies, comparable to money and checks, have existed for hundreds of years. While they nonetheless have their place, they’re steadily being overshadowed by fashionable alternate options that provide extra comfort and safety.
In the fashionable period, digital cost strategies have taken the middle stage. The transformation has been fueled by the web and cell expertise, enabling transactions that aren’t solely faster but in addition safer and user-friendly. This transition displays a broader shift in direction of a digital economic system, the place effectivity and comfort are paramount.
The Rise of Digital Payment Methods
Digital cost strategies have develop into more and more in style because of their velocity, safety, and comfort. In a study performed in 2022, 65% of shoppers most popular digital funds over conventional strategies, citing elements comparable to ease of use and rewards packages as key influencers of their alternative.
The enchantment of digital funds lies of their potential to simplify transactions, making them sooner, safer, and accessible from nearly wherever. This comfort has led to widespread adoption, with extra people and companies preferring digital funds over conventional strategies. The pattern is additional bolstered by the rising e-commerce sector, which depends closely on the effectivity and scalability of digital cost options.
Overview of Trending Payment Methods
PayPal
PayPal stands as a pioneer within the on-line cost house, providing a safe and handy strategy to conduct transactions over the Internet. It means that you can ship and obtain cash, make on-line purchases, and even switch funds internationally. PayPal’s user-friendly interface and sturdy safety measures have cemented its standing as a most popular cost methodology for thousands and thousands globally.
PayPal’s distinctive function is its purchaser and vendor safety insurance policies, which instill confidence in each events throughout transactions. As of 2023, PayPal reported a 22% improve in person base in comparison with the earlier yr, indicating its rising significance within the cost business.
Apple Pay & Google Pay
Apple Pay and Google Pay signify the forefront of cell cost applied sciences. These platforms remodel your smartphone right into a digital pockets, enabling you to make contactless funds in shops or conduct transactions on-line with no need bodily playing cards. Their integration with respective ecosystems (iOS for Apple Pay and Android for Google Pay) ensures a seamless and safe person expertise.
Apple Pay and Google Pay have revolutionized the way in which shoppers make in-store and on-line funds utilizing their cell units. The integration of biometric authentication and tokenization units these platforms aside, offering enhanced safety for transactions. Data from Capital One revealed a 30% improve in transactions made by way of Apple Pay and Google Pay in comparison with the earlier yr.
Trustly
Trustly gives a direct financial institution e-payments service that permits for fast on-line banking funds. Its main enchantment lies in its simplicity and the truth that it doesn’t require the creation of an account or app obtain. Trustly facilitates a direct connection between your checking account and the service provider, making certain swift and safe transactions.
Trustly has emerged as a preferred cost methodology within the iGaming business, largely because of its revolutionary “Pay N Play” function, which gives a seamless and environment friendly cost expertise for on-line players. Customer satisfaction surveys performed by Slotswise indicated that 75% of gamers who used Trustly’s Pay N Play function expressed excessive satisfaction with the comfort and velocity of the cost course of.
Neteller
Neteller makes a speciality of serving as an e-money switch service, offering an alternative choice to conventional banking strategies for transferring cash on-line. It is extensively used within the foreign currency trading and on-line gaming sectors, providing quick and safe transactions with the additional benefit of incomes reward factors for transactions.
This cost methodology gives distinctive options comparable to pay as you go playing cards and loyalty packages. According to current stats, Neteller’s person base has elevated by 25%, showcasing its enchantment to a rising variety of shoppers in search of versatile cost options.
Paysafecard
Paysafecard is a pay as you go on-line cost methodology perfect for individuals who favor to not share financial institution particulars on the web. It works by buying a 16-digit code at stores, which might then be used to make on-line funds. This methodology gives anonymity and management over spending, interesting to a particular market phase.
Paysafecard is a well-liked cost possibility as a result of it incorporates superior safety measures and a safe on-line portal for customers to handle their PINs and transactions. Consumer surveys highlighted that 80% of Paysafecard customers valued the anonymity and security measures provided by the cost methodology, with many expressing a choice for pay as you go choices when making on-line purchases.
The Role of Technology in Payment Methods
Technology is the driving pressure behind the evolution of cost strategies. Innovations in cell expertise, encryption, and blockchain have paved the way in which for the event of safe and environment friendly cost options.
These technological developments guarantee transactions are usually not solely sooner but in addition safer, addressing the important concern of information safety. Furthermore, expertise has facilitated the combination of cost methods into a wide selection of functions, making digital funds extra accessible and handy than ever earlier than.
How Businesses Can Adapt to These Payment Methods
For companies trying to thrive within the digital economic system, adapting to fashionable cost strategies is essential. This adaptation entails integrating digital cost options into their transaction processes, whether or not for on-line gross sales, in-store purchases, or B2B transactions.
Businesses ought to prioritize safety, choosing cost strategies with sturdy safety towards fraud. Furthermore, providing a wide range of cost choices can improve buyer satisfaction, catering to totally different preferences. Lastly, staying abreast of technological developments and rising cost developments is significant for companies to stay aggressive and related.
As expertise continues to advance, we will anticipate to see additional improvements in cost strategies. The integration of cryptocurrencies, synthetic intelligence and machine studying might allow personalised cost experiences tailor-made to particular person preferences. Additionally, the Internet of Things (IoT) might revolutionize funds by enabling linked units to provoke transactions. The way forward for cost strategies is thrilling and holds the potential to make our lives much more handy.
For people and companies alike, staying knowledgeable and adaptable to those adjustments is important for navigating the dynamic world of finance efficiently.
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