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Turning IndoChine into a global brand

Energetic entrepreneur Michael Ma is not resting on his laurels. - The Straits Times

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Prime Movers

Tete-A-Tech

Dollars & Sense

Brand Me!

Talking point

eBiz Hub

>> TETE-A-TECH

	Firms here to buy more enterprise software ERP and office suites will remain the largest segments throughout the forecast period.

	Keeping an eye on his roti prata When you are running four prata shops, having more eyes - especially electronic ones - certainly helps. -ST

>> DOLLARS & SENSE

	Five steps to a more sustainable business Social investment, environmental concern and economic development must be woven into a socially a company's decisions. -BT

	Alternative services for accounting or assurance Companies that do not require an audit can engage a public accountant to prepare financial statements. -ST

>> PRIME MOVERS

	S'pore brothers drive US chain's success in China Trio grew Days Inn franchise from one hotel in 2003 to 27 now - with one more on the way.

	Losing first job pushed him to build $120m firm Mr Loh's business grew from a one-man operation to a 500-man organisation in 20 years.

>> BRAND ME!

Playboy's bunny more alluring than playmates Playboy's brand image, properly deployed, promises lots of cash to the right buyer. -Reuters

Turning IndoChine into a global brand Energetic entrepreneur Michael Ma is not resting on his laurels.

>> TALKING POINT

	To reverse or not to reverse cuts? Views on reinstating wages and reviewing compensation cuts during downturn.

	What's an SME? Can its funding woes ease? Panel debates basic issues confronting the sector and eyes some solutions. -BT

>> EBIZ HUB

More companies using social media, says poll But they should not just feed consumers with information. -myp

	Frustration leads to inspiration for job portal Freelancer makes it less tedious to search for part-time work. -ST

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