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Great Testimonial From Mr. Jayden Loo (Focus Point)

Great Testimonial From Mr. Jayden Loo (Focus Point) We’re always so happy to receive feedback from our clients. A huge thank you to Mr. Jayden Loo for his generous testimonial and for choosing Orbis Business School to help him in his Sustainable Leadership journey.  Are you ready to become a powerful sustainable leader too? Reach

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HR Leader of Tomorrow

HR Leader of Tomorrow https://vimeo.com/997647873/796df8a3c1 We can no longer say ‘just do your work’.Businesses need HR leaders who believe in a better way of working. Leaders like you! We can help you to become a strategic business partner, build your resilience and create an inspiring work environment for everyone to thrive. Watch the video on

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Transformation takes time

From Grief to Growth: Transformation Takes Time

From Grief to Growth: Transformation Takes Time One of the reasons why transformations fail is that it takes considerable time to adapt. Here’s what happened with one of our clients and we’ve seen the same thing happening in other organisations as well: After three months of careful deliberation and multi-day offsite retreats with top-dollar consultants,

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Golden Triangle of Digital TransformatioN

Digital Transformation: What’s in It for Your Business? By Dennis Akkerman

Digital Transformation: What’s in It for Your Business? By Dennis Akkerman Did you know that 70% of digital transformations fail? (source: Forbes) Failure in this context means that the digital initiatives “did not (sufficiently) deliver its intended (long-term) business outcomes in financial and/or non-financial terms (e.g., customer satisfaction, company reputation).” Many business leaders are more

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AI Won't Take Over The World Anytime Soon. Here’s Why

AI Won’t Take Over The World Anytime Soon. Here’s Why

AI Won’t Take Over The World Anytime Soon. Here’s Why In a time where Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a significant role in our everyday lives as well as our imaginative experiences, it is not uncommon to hear apprehensions regarding the potential for these systems to wield inordinate amounts of authority and presume control over our

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Cybersecurity Should Be A SDG Too, Agree?

Safe and Sustainable In Cyberspace

Safe and Sustainable in Cyberspace The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) include 17 goals that are all interconnected. These goals “address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace and justice.” We covered Responsible AI as a 18th goal before, and we also advocate for the addition

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Digital Transformation is not about technology

Digital Transformation is not About Technology https://vimeo.com/960985119/dd0796d497?share=copy More than 70% of digital transformations fail (source: Forbes) and that’s not because of technology. To be successful as a technology leader, you need to be strategic and learn to bridge the gap between business and technology.  Watch the video to see how you can drive your digital

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Responsible AI Should Be A SDG Too, Agree?

Responsible AI: Better Be Safe Than Sorry

Responsible AI: Better Be Safe Than Sorry The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) include 17 goals that are all interconnected. These goals address the global challenges we face, including those related to poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice. We at Orbis advocate for the addition of an 18th goal: Responsible AI. In

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MoU Ascent Growth Partners

Collaboration Ascent Growth Partners and Orbis Business School

Collaboration Ascent Growth Partners and Orbis Business School Business Ecosystems: unlocking value much larger than the sum of individual companies Ascent Growth Partners and Orbis Business School join forces to shape the future of an ecosystem-driven economy, in South-East Asia, Africa, and beyond. Kuala Lumpur, Johannesburg, 15th March 2024 – Today, a Memorandum of Understanding

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Ascent Growth Partners

Collaboration Stellar SparX International and Orbis Business School

Collaboration Stellar SparX International and Orbis Business School On the 27th of February 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Stellar SparX International and Orbis Business School to kickstart their collaboration. The CEOs of both companies, Esther Yap and Dennis Akkerman, align in their vision that leaders should strive to create a positive

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Orbis X TTIP

TTIP and Orbis Business School join forces!

TTIP and Orbis Business School join forces! Transforming Innovation: turning great technology into great business On the 6th of February 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between TTIP and Orbis Business School to kickstart their collaboration. TTIP is a company that provides programs related to innovation. From leading innovation and building innovative teams,

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Setting Sail for Change: The Transformational Journey of Time2Tack

Setting Sail for Change: The Transformational Journey of Time2Tack Time2Tack is a non-profit organisation, which was founded with a clear purpose. In conversation with Kees de Walle, the visionary founder of Time2Tack, he shares his personal story and the journey of his foundation committed to cleaning our oceans towards a sustainable future. How did Time2Tack

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SDG 17

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 17 – Partnerships for the goals

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 17 – Partnerships for the goals Last but not least in our SDG series is SDG number 17; Partnerships for the goals. We strongly believe in collaboration and bringing together diverse strengths, resources, and expertise to transform leaders and help them to create positive impact. Our partnerships include organisations

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Behind the Scenes: ADAPT Virtual International Convention 2023!

Behind the Scenes: ADAPT Virtual International Convention 2023! Yesterday was the final day of the ADAPT Virtual International Convention 2023! Offering attendees an experience filled with learning all about the revolutionary impact of Artificial Intelligence from over 40 inspiring speakers globally! Actually, the preparations for the event started a few months ago! Which gave us

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transformational leadership

Recap: Sustainable Leadership programme

Recap: Sustainable Leadership programme Looking back at another amazing sustainable leadership cohort! This is not just another training how to become ESG compliant. Instead, this is a transformative experience for the participants to gain hands-on experience and practical insights to tackle sustainability challenges head on. Excited to be part of this change? Do not miss

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Achieving Sustainability Excellence: Congratulations to Our Certified Sustainability Leaders!

Achieving Sustainable Excellence: Congratulations to Our Certified sustainability Leaders! Congratulations to our participants on successfully completing our Certified Sustainability Leadership programme! They have now joined an elite group of British-certified, internationally recognised leaders equipped with strategic and practical management skills to drive sustainability in their organisations. They learned how to create and present a profitable

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digital strategy

Rundown of our recent webinar on “How to Plan Your Digitalisation Strategy.

Rundown of our recent webinar: “How to Plan Your Digitalization Strategy.” We are thrilled to share some of the key takeaways of our recent webinar on “How to Plan Your Digitalization Strategy.” We had over 30 participants from different industries who just embarked on their digital transformation journey. During the session the participants shared some

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HRD Corp Event

Recap NHCCE Event

Recap NHCCE event at MITEC! During the past two days, the MITEC convention centre was the epicentre of the National Capital Conference & Exhibition (NHCCE) 2023 event, organised by HRDCorp. Attended by more than 4,000 HRD enthusiasts, it was nothing short of inspiring. An impressive line up of inspiring speakers from Malaysia and abroad shared

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Norazwa Mohd Akhib

Testimonial Sustainable Leadership Programme: Norazwa Mohd Akhib

Testimonial Sustainable Leadership Programme: Norazwa Mohd Akhib Your voice, our inspiration. Discover the impact of our sustainable leadership programme from one of our participants; Norazwa Mohd Akhib ! Feedback is one of the driving forces behind our commitment to excellence. Norazwa, thank you for trusting us and sharing your thoughts. We are thrilled to hear about

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Dennis Akkerman

Recap Sustainable Leadership Programme

Recap Sustainable leadership programme Recap of our sustainability transformation programme! The programme was a transformative experience for everyone. The participants had the opportunity to engage in discussions, case studies, and group projects that encouraged the use of critical thinking and problem-solving techniques. They learned to assess the ESG impact of various business decisions and develop

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Testimonial Sustainable Leadership Course: Frederique Kamp

Testimonial Sustainable leadership course: Frederique Kamp Frederique Kamp owner of refleCXion shares her transformative experience with Orbis Business School’s Sustainable Leadership Course! Frederique’s story is the shining example of how Orbis Business School can help you to drive sustainability in your organisation and make a positive impact to the world. ‘’This course gave me the opportunity,

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MDBC

Announcement: TalentSquare and Orbis Business School join forces

Announcement: TalentSquare and Orbis Business School join forces Kuala Lumpur, 11 January 2024 – Today, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the Malaysian Dutch Business Council office in Kuala Lumpur to kickstart a strategic collaboration between TalentSquare and Orbis Business School. Recruiting leaders who are ‘fit for purpose’ and who remain in the

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SDG 16

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 16 – Peace, justice and strong institutions

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 16 – Peace, justice and strong institutions Ericsson is a multinational networking and telecommunications company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Founded in 1876 by Lars Magnus Ericsson, Nowadays it is one of the leading providers of communication technology and services worldwide. The company specializes in developing and providing infrastructure, software,

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SDG 15

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 15 – Life on Land

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 15 – life on land Patagonia, a renowned outdoor clothing and gear company, aligns with SDG 15 by actively engaging in environmental conservation efforts conservation by protecting natural habitats and biodiversity. Patagonia uses its platform to raise awareness about preserving forests and ecosystems, highlighting the risks of deforestation and

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SDG 13

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 13 – Climate action

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 13 – Climate action Volvo, the Swedish automotive company, has made several contributions toward SDG 13 (climate action), including but not limited to electric mobility. Volvo is committed to phasing out gasoline cars and focus on producing electric vehicles (EVs) only. Furthermore, Volvo is using renewable energy and making

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SDG 12

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 12 – Responsible consumption & production

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 12 – Responsible consumption & production One of the well-known global sportswear companies, Nike, has taken a significant stance toward a sustainable future. Nike is committed to their “Move to Zero” mission, working to cut carbon emissions and waste to protect the future of sports. They are using more

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SDG 11

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 11 -Sustainable cities and communities

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 11 – sustainable cities and communities Hilton Hotels is a renowned global hospitality company that operates and franchises a wide range of hotels, resorts, and accommodations across various brands. Hilton Hotels contributes significantly to Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11); Sustainable cities and communities by actively pursuing sustainable practices

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SDG 10

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 10 – Reduced inequalities

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 10 – Reduced inequalities IKEA is a multinational that sells furniture and home goods, and is dedicated to SDG 10; Reduced inequalities. They updated their plan for sustainability and added a new part called “Fair & Equal.” This shows IKEA is serious about fighting inequality and making sure they

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SDG 9

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and infrastructure

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure HSBC Malaysia represents the branch of HSBC operating in Malaysia, offering a range of banking and financial services to individuals, businesses, and corporations within the country. HSBC Malaysia focusses on SDG 9; Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. HSBC provides financial support and expertise for

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SDG 8

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 8 – Decent work & economic growth

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 8 – Decent work & economic growth KfW, the German government-owned development bank, contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8) – Decent work and economic growth. KfW knows that just focusing on economic growth is not enough for a better world. They believe in balanced growth that includes

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SDG 7

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 7 – Affordable and clean energy

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 7 – affordable and clean energy Novozymes is a company focused on providing enzyme and microorganism solutions for various industries, including bioenergy, agriculture, food, and household care. Novozymes Malaysia, being a part of the larger Novozymes organisation, contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7) through its operations and

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SDG 6

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 6 – clean water and sanitation Starting off this week with another global brand that has made it its mission to make a difference in people’s lives; Kimberly-Clark. Kimberly-Clark, a multinational consumer goods company, actively contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which is aimed at ensuring access

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SDG 5

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 5 – Gender Equality

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 5 – Gender equality This week we highlight Mastercard; A global financial services company that provides payment technology and solutions, is actively contributing to Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) by championing gender equality and empowering women and girls worldwide. Through various initiatives and partnerships, Mastercard is working to

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SDG 4

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 4 – Quality Education

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 4 – quality education Welcome to a new week, where we highlight another company that is dedicated to contribute to the SDG-goals. This week is about SDG-4 – Quality Education featuring LEGO. The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 aims to “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and

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SDG 3

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 3 Good health and well-being

Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 3 – Good health and well-being This week we highlight Medtronic, a global medical technology company contributing to SDG 3 -Good Health and Well-Being. Medtronic develops and provides a wide range of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, ventilators, and surgical tools, which are essential in the diagnosis, treatment,

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Workshop

How to monetise your ESG strategies

How to monetise ESG strategies In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies have gained significant traction among businesses as they seek to align their practices with sustainable and socially responsible goals. However, quantifying the impact and profitability of these strategies has been and continues to be a challenge. This article will explore specific

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Sustainable Leadership

Why Sustainable businesses outperform non-sustainable businesses

Why Sustainable Businesses Outperform Non-Sustainable Businesses? Sustainability is People, Planet AND Profit, highlighting its three pillars: Social responsibility, Environmental management, and Financial success. “Sustainability boosts your company performance in every dimension” ~ Dennis Akkerman MBA In today’s fast-paced business world, sustainability isn’t just nice-to-have; it is indeed a smart financial move. If you are a

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Change management

Why Transformational leadership?

Why Transformational Leadership? We often get this question: why transformational leadership? How does transformational leadership benefit our company? Here are 8 common business problems that can be solved by adopting a transformational leadership style as opposed to a transactional leadership style where employees are merely treated as costly production resources. “Transactional Leadership Is Contractual and

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ESG

ESG Malaysia

MOU ESG Malaysia Orbis Business School is proud to announce our collaboration with ESG Malaysia. Mr Steven Lee, President of ESG Malaysia and Mr Dennis Akkerman, Managing Director of Orbis Business School signed a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) today at our KL Office. We look forward to develop this partnership in promoting sustainability practices for

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Change management

Transformational leadership = Situational leadership

Transformational Leadership = Situational Leadership The transformational leadership style is closely related to situational leadership as it provides a powerful framework for leaders to unlock motivation and purpose within their teams in ways that make sense for them. “Can you explain your vision to the janitors and canteen staff in one sentence? Your vision should

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mdbc

MDBC

The Malaysian Dutch Business Council The Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) is an award winning Dutch bilateral Chamber of Commerce located in Malaysia. Well established, MDBC has been providing business services, representation, and networking for close to three decades. MDBC has nearly 300 members and works closely with the Netherlands Embassy, key Malaysian and Dutch

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Change management

Measuring behavioural change in transformations

Measuring Behavioural Change in Transformations In transformations, leaders often struggle to create lasting behavioural changes in their teams, which is critical to the success of any change programme. It is therefore important to develop a deeper understanding of how capability building can drive behavioural change. Metrics like training participation and knowledge testing may not provide

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Digital Leadership

Managing AI risks

10 Risk Areas in AI that need to be managed Here are 10 risk areas of Artificial Intelligence that need to be managed as part of your digital transformation journey: “Artificial Intelligence is a powerful ‘beast’ that needs some taming. ” ~ Dennis Akkerman INPUT 1. Alignment of AI initiatives with business requirements; 2. Reliability

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Sustainable Leadership

Being Sustainable Equals Being Profitable

Sustainability equals Profitability Who wants the best for their family? Who takes very good care of their own house? Replace ‘family’ with ‘people’ and ‘house’ with ‘planet’ and you got the whole essence of sustainability. “Being sustainable equals being profitable. It’s People, Planet AND Profit. We can have it ALL!” ~ Dennis Akkerman Why would

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Sustainable Leadership

Sustainability Is Not Only About Climate Change

Sustainability Is Not Only About Climate Change Sustainability is often associated with climate change and the environment, but it encompasses much more than that. “Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” ~ Gro Harlem Brundtland ESG factors are

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