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Dorsett Hospitality International improves air ventilation on guest floors in Hong Kong

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 April 2021 – Dorsett Hospitality International has been regularly enhancing and reviewing its health and safety measures to ensure our guests and employees’ wellbeing. All 9 of our Hong Kong hotels will be stationing High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) UV-C air purifiers on guest floors to improve and disinfect air circulation. As of today Dorsett Wanchai, a Designated Hotel for Quarantine for inbound travellers (outside of China), has already placed a Smart IoT UV-C HEPA Air Purifier on every guest floor.

Dorsett Hospitality International has referenced and selected an air purifier from the list of “Information on air purifiers meeting specified specifications applicable to catering businesses” advised by The Working Group and Hong Kong government. The Momax Smart IoT UV-C Air Purifier (AP8S) has H13 HEPA and Active carbon filters which are 99.95% efficient at capturing and removing airborne particles that are no more than 0.3 microns in diameter, including harmful particulates such as PM 2.5 and other allergens, dust, mold and pollution from the air. It also provides Ultraviolet-C sanitisation which is 99.9% efficient in disinfecting the air and killing germs. The built-in PM2.5 high-sensitivity laser sensor allows us to accurately and carefully monitor the standard of air quality on each floor and ensure air is being circulated and disinfected regularly 24/7.

Since the onset of COVID-19, Dorsett has worked closely with its preferred expert partner Ecolab, a global leader in infection prevention solutions, to provide hospital-grade disinfectant designed to kill pathogens. Each hotel room has its own independent pipe, which connects to the main fan on the roof of all hotels, allowing fresh air to be drawn from the outside to each room, and through an air filter disinfected with Ecolab.

We want to offer our guests the confidence to travel with Dorsett, by understanding and anticipating their needs when it comes to health and safety and lifting their spirits as we continue to fight and recover from the epidemic. Dorsett Hospitality International will continue to closely monitor and improve our health and safety measures as well as our overall guest experience. Our designated quarantine hotels have recently launched monthly Zooms for our quarantine guests, including a private live workout with F45 Causeway Bay and a virtual wine tasting, to offer our community a chance to connect and interact throughout their stay.

For more information visit: https://www.dorsetthotels.com/en/hong-kong.html

Dorsett Hospitality International Hotels in Hong Kong:

About Dorsett Hospitality International

Dorsett Hospitality International is one of Asia’s fastest-growing hotel groups. As a Hong Kong hospitality brand, we are proud to have an international footprint in 27 major cities worldwide with a total of 58 properties with our strategic partners TWH and AGORA Hospitality, including Dorsett Hospitality International’s 3 core brands: Dorsett Hotels & Resorts, d.Collection, and Silka, each with their own distinct identity and offerings to cater to diverse travel needs. Since the group’s establishment in Hong Kong in January 2007, we have grown by leaps and bounds with hotels across China, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Continental Europe; more properties are planned in the development pipeline.

For more information on Dorsett Hospitality International, visit: www.dorsett.com


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Hong Kong ICT Awards 2021 opens for enrolment

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 April 2021 – The Hong Kong ICT Awards (HKICTA) 2021 is open for enrolment today (April 23). Entries of locally developed information and communications technology (ICT) products and solutions are invited to compete for the Grand Awards in the eight award categories, and the top accolade of the competition – the Award of the Year. The deadline for enrolment is July 16, 2021.

Steered by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), the HKICTA 2021 is organised by eight local industry associations and professional bodies. The award categories and respective Leading Organisers are listed below:

Award Categories

Leading Organisers

Digital Entertainment Award

Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association

FinTech Award

The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers

ICT Startup Award

Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association

Smart Business Award

Hong Kong Computer Society

Smart Living Award

Hong Kong Information Technology Federation

Smart Mobility Award

GS1 Hong Kong

Smart People Award

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service

Student Innovation Award

Hong Kong New Emerging Technology Education Association

A Grand Award will be granted in each category. A Grand Judging Panel, to be led this year by the President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Professor Wei Shyy, will select the Award of the Year from the eight Grand Awardees.

Since its debut in 2006, the HKICTA has endeavoured to recognise and promote outstanding ICT inventions and applications, thereby encouraging the pursuit of innovation and excellence among Hong Kong’s ICT professionals and enterprises to meet business and social needs, bring benefits to the community through adoption of innovation and technology, and foster Hong Kong’s smart city development together.

Details of the HKICTA are available on the thematic website (www.hkictawards.hk). Enquiries can be made to the OGCIO at 2582 4318 or by emailing hkictawards@ogcio.gov.hk.

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Nanyang Gifts’ Business Operation Changes During COVID19

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 April 2021 – Nanyang Gifts has seen a change in their business operations during COVID19 in order to keep up with the challenges posed by the global pandemic. Through versatility and innovative approaches, the corporate gift supplier is introducing custom hampers and gift packs with home delivery as an alternative source of income.


On top of offering its extensive range of quality and affordable customised corporate gifts, the company has channeled their efforts to designing custom hampers and gift packs that can be delivered to homes. With this, organisations can purchase these wholesale care packs and deliver them to every of their employee’s homes, some even going up as many as 5000 pax.

As part of an industry that heavily relies on customer-facing activities, Nanyang Gifts has seen a decline in their sales. Their main business is dependent on events, such as dinner and dance, corporate trade shows and exhibitions, which have temporarily ceased during the onset of COVID19. Nanyang Gifts also faced another challenge wherein companies have slashed their budgets on corporate gifts for staffs and new hires.

The significant decrease in events, compounded by the reduced marketing budgets caused Nanyang Gift’s sales to take a prominent dip. The company recognises the need to implement a new approach to adapt to the changes. With the changes in business operation, they are able to see a significant growth in their sales and client base. As to date, their large clientele spans various industries, with some notable ones being Singapore Management University, British American Tobacco, Singapore Pools, IKEA, Motorola and many more.

For more information, please visit https://nanyanggifts.com

Ackenting Group Moves To Digitalise Its Data Amid COVID-19

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 April 2021 – Ackenting Group has announced its plans to digitalise its accounting data in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This means having access to data source for employees to do their work without having to sight physical documents and compromise their performance. With the current travel restrictions, this technological solution also solves cross border consultations for its clients.

The COVID-19 crisis has also resulted in various local businesses looking to switch to more cost-efficient service providers. With Ackenting Group’s position as a mid-tier audit firm, it is able to cater to the changing market and provide cost-effective accounting services in Singapore. The onboarding of these new clients and the work from home arrangement have shaken up the way Ackenting Group operates, necessitating the integration of technology into all aspect of the company’s operations. With the pandemic pushing business consultations online, the digitalisation of Ackenting Group’s data facilitates easy sharing of documents during client meetings.

Focusing on employee welfare is part of the firm’s greater efforts to address another challenge it faces: the high turnover rate in the industry. Beyond providing digital convenience and accessibility for employees to carry out their work, Ackenting Group has also implemented various policies to retain its talents. By introducing a more work-life balance working environment and reduction in its staff’s project portfolio, the firm is looking at a 30% reduction in staff overtime. The company is also working to reward them with performance incentives and staff remuneration package that are 10-20% higher than its peers in the industry.

As numerous businesses look to embrace technology, Ackenting Group hopes its digitalisation strategy will complement its strong employee welfare policies to further develop the company’s brand in Asia. Currently, the firm has a team of over 20 professionals to provide one-stop corporate solutions including audit, bookkeeping, tax and company incorporation services. Over the years, they have achieved numerous awards, such as the Singapore Top 500 Enterprises Award 2019, and expanded their client portfolio to more than 1,000 brands.

For more information, please visit https://www.ag-singapore.com/

Ultimaker transforms into a platform business driving innovation and growth globally

New platform strategy and software plans, launched at Ultimaker Transformation Summit, leverage unique Ecosystem

 

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 April 2021 – Increasing volatility in global markets, driven by events such as the current pandemic, highlight the need for businesses to increase the flexibility of their operations. Some turned to 3D printing technology and solutions to stay on top of their supply chains. Ultimaker, a leader in the professional 3D printing industry, today enables companies to make the most of their operations by bundling all Ultimaker 3D printers with Ultimaker Essentials software. This gives customers one platform to fully leverage the Ultimaker Ecosystem, offering the largest diversity of products and services in the industry. Today’s announcement at the Ultimaker Transformation Summit also includes the launch of two new software subscription plans, Ultimaker Professional and Ultimaker Excellence, to help businesses globally scale and professionalize 3D printing.

The Platform

The 3D printing platform launched by Ultimaker enables the development, nurturing and orchestration of Ecosystem products and services including hardware add-ons, materials, software, and other services. To ensure the best customer experience Ultimaker will certify Ecosystem products and services that have been tested with the platform. Ultimaker will provide open interfaces, APIs and other tools for the development community and support these communities to drive further innovation and use cases. The platform focuses on the end-to-end workflows, from enabling engineers to collaborate on a design, to storing applications, and printing on demand.

Jürgen von Hollen, CEO at Ultimaker: “Ultimaker is uniquely positioned as a leader in the professional 3D printing segment, delivering both hardware and software solutions. The platform is the evolution, elevating our current capabilities and enabling our partners and diverse ecosystem to deliver a seamless, innovative, and futureproof customer experience. Our belief is that all businesses: small, medium, and large, should have the opportunity to take advantage of the platform and ecosystem. This allows them to remain flexible and productive in a volatile world.”

New software

In line with the new strategy, Ultimaker bundles all new 3D printers with Ultimaker Essentials. For companies that wish to further scale and professionalize their 3D printing activities, Ultimaker launched two new software plans.

  • Ultimaker Professional: helps professionalize 3D Printing innovation through collaboration and advanced software.
  • Ultimaker Excellence: a complete and custom solution aimed at accelerating the business’ digital transformation.

The software plans include five new elements:

  • Additional e-learning for all plans: Businesses can increase the success of 3D printing with new e-learning modules.
  • Digital Library: A global application library, hosted in the cloud​, allowing for easy collaboration and application development.
  • Reporting & analytics: Users gain insight into individual printers, print fleet, projects, and applications, and access and analyze data with PowerBI. It simplifies data-driven decision-making and building a business case to show the ROI.
  • Seamless CAD and platform integration: Users can directly open CAD files in Ultimaker Cura, skipping conversion to .STL. The Ultimaker Digital Factory also reduces any switching between software components.
  • Expert support and full API access for Ultimaker Excellence: Users can speed up digital transformation and experience full compatibility with established processes. They can also access expert support when needed.

For more information, pricing, availability and software plan details, please visit ultimaker.com

Ultimaker

Established in 2011, Ultimaker is on a mission to accelerate the world’s transformation to flexible, empowering and sustainable solutions. 380 employees collaborate globally to deliver a platform that enables customers to take full advantage of the unique Ultimaker Ecosystem that offers the largest diversity of 3D printing products and services in the industry. Ultimaker provides a seamless integration of hardware, software and materials that simply works.