KPMG Business Insights into the impact of COVID – 19
The rapid outbreak of the coronavirus presents an alarming health crisis that the world is grappling with. In addition to the human impact, there is also a significant commercial impact being felt globally. As viruses know no borders, the impacts will continue to spread. In fact, 94% of the Fortune 1000 are already seeing COVID – 19 disruptions.
It’s possible that the coronavirus threat will eventually fade, as the Ebola, Zika, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) viruses have in recent years. But even if it does, the next devastating, yet – unnamed outbreak is not so much a matter of “if” but “when.”
To help you understand your exposure to COVID – 19, and more importantly, position your business to be resilient in the face of this and the next global threat, please review timely insights from KPMG business leaders.
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International SOS: Working From Home
With MCO in place, most of us are working from home. Click here to get some practical tips on Working From Home shared by International SOS.
Sunway Medical: Medication Delivery
Sunway Medical Centre is offering repeat medication delivery right to your doorstep.
For more info, please click here.
Published 25 March.
TMF Group: What to do when business continuity plans fail
There is no rule book for situations like the coronavirus crisis and even the best – prepared firms must think on their feet. However, there are measures businesses can take to help plan for, and navigate, these types of unexpected disruption.
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Published 31 March.
TMF Group: Preparing accounting statements during the crisis
As the coronavirus pandemic causes unprecedented disruption, what do businesses need to be aware of when compiling financial statements?
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Published 31 March.
Thomas International Malaysia: Three secrets to effective remote working your employees
Not everyone is a natural remote worker. To give your employees great performance management out of the office, you need to understand their personality style.
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Published 1 April.
Thomas International Malaysia: Manage your remote workers more effectively with the NEW Thomas PPA report
Understanding your people’s communication styles can help to keep your employees engaged, motivated and avoid work-related stress. With Thomas’ new Personal Profile Analysis (PPA) Managing Remote Workers report, we can help you do exactly that.
Please click here to read the article.
Published 3 April
LBB International: Coronavirus: How to mitigate the impact on your supply chain?
Important mitigation strategies during the corona crisis are control, coherence, and coordination. It is important to be in full control of the supply chain during this crisis. Solid supply chain processes and capabilities are key enablers to be in control during this crisis.
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Published 3 April.
Sunway Medical Center COVID – 19 Screening
As part of the initiative to support the government and other private centres to combat COVID – 19, we are now providing COVID – 19 screening at only RM 360 with no appointment required.
Please click here for more info.
Published 9 April.
Layar Daim Agro Home Delivery Service
Layar Daim Agro has started an initiative to supply vegetables from Cameron Highlands to meet the current demand . Their movements and deliveries are approved by the authorities and their delivery team takes all of the necessary precaution and measures advised by the government to suppress this pandemic. Supply is limited due to the overwhelming response, therefore, a first come first serve basis applies and all buyers will be informed upon confirmation.
Please click here for the order form and to utilize the service.
Published 20 April.
Artof Supply Chain: Social Distancing at Work
Published 4 May
POST – COVID RECRUITMENT – how to win the future war for talent
Research has shown that freezing recruitment is one of the most considered measures by HR departments to deal with the pandemic. However, this will likely result in a serious lack of resources and high demand for talent further down the road. HR leaders have to ensure that whatever adjustment they make to their approaches and policies now, does not stifle their organisations’ growth in the future.
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Published 18 May
Randstad: Best Practice Health and Safety Protocols
The COVID – 19 health crisis and continued lockdown in many markets is posing unparalleled challenges to people and economies around the world. To limit the economic downturn and impact on people’s ability to earn a living, the labor market and all its stakeholders must quickly adjust to a new reality.
The alliance of HR services industry players, launched by Randstad NV, the Adecco Group and ManpowerGroup on April 16, pledges to apply their collective experience, fostering connection between the various stakeholder groups and supporting sharing of best practices.
Please click here for the report.
Published 22 May
Randstad: A Practical Guide to a Safe Restart
Many organizations are now at a critical juncture as they navigate a phased shift from remote work to restart operations and support their people to return to the workplace, all within the requirements of the new physical
distancing economy.
Please click here to read the report.
Published 22 May
KPMG: Price Control & Anti – Profiteering
The rapidity and depth of the COVID – 19 crisis was unexpected and it is not over yet. During a virtual meeting held by tax leaders from KPMG member firms recently, more than 1,000 attendees were asked about their current priorities. Besides keeping up to date with business changes and cash preservation, rounding out the top
three is compliance.
Please click here to read the article.
Published 22 May
KLM Restarts Flights between Malaysia and The Netherlands
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is gradually restarting its network by operating routes that have been suspended due to travel restrictions in light of COVID-19. It is now possible to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam with the possibility to transfer to Paris or specific other destinations.
New flights:
Between Kuala Lumpur – Amsterdam, 3 days a week
Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam: KL876 Departure 21:20 / Arrival 06:45 + 1day
Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur: KL875 Departure 22:55 / Arrival 19:30 + 1day
For the most up to date network information, please check the KLM website.
We are making sure that you and your colleagues can travel safely with KLM by taking many extra health and safety measures. For more information about our sanitary and health measures, please check KLM.com.
*The above information of flight operation and schedule is subject to change without prior notice. Currently, some nationalities are restricted from entering the Netherlands. Please check the entry restrictions and requirements prior to booking.
Published 5 June
New COVID – 19 testing fees for those entering Malaysia from 29 July onwards.
Malaysians returning from overseas will have to pay a range of RM30 to RM150 to be tested for COVID – 19 upon entering the country from today onwards, while non – citizens will pay higher fees depending on the type of tests conducted, new rules issued by the government said.
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Published 9 July
Randstad: A Safe Return to Work
Randstad has made a number of publications available to help organizations maintain a safe environment as employees return to work.
- A Practical Guide to a Safe Restart: Best Practices for Organizations
- Best Practice Health and Safety Protocols
- Safely Back to Work in the New Normal Positioning Paper
Published 11 June
KLM Summer Schedule to Amsterdam
Due to the outbreak of the coronavirus and the imposed travel restrictions, KLM now operates 3 weekly
flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Amsterdam (AMS) via Bangkok (BKK) on KLM Boeing 787 – 9 aircraft. This
flight schedule is subject to change without prior notice and valid at least until 03 July 2020.
Published 19 June
Sunway Medical Center Provides COVID – 19 Test at Reduced Prices
MDBC members on Sunway Medical Center’s (SMC) latest update COVID – 19 Test. As a part of the initiative to support the Ministry of Health (MOH) advocating to make the COVID – 19 test (RT PCR) more accessible to SMC partners, they are now providing the test at only RM 300.
Furthermore, there are special rates for a bulk / corporate / group on-site screening upon request. MDBC members may contact Ms Brigitte Jong at for the arrangement.
Published 23 June
TalentCorp Flexible Work Arrangements and the MCO Experience webinars.
Flexible Work Arrangements: COVID -19 has brought about fundamental shifts in the business world which are long lasting, if not permanent. To adapt, organisations and the workforce need evolve behaviours and embrace new ways of working. This will include implementing sustainable long -term flexible work arrangement options, while retaining productivity and employee engagement. This webinar covers how organisations can implement Flexible Work Arrangements that prioritize productivity and safety.
The MCO Experience: The Movement Control Order (MCO) imposed in Malaysia due to COVID -19 created an unprecedented situation in which a third of Malaysians in the private sector were required to work from home (WFH). United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Malaysia surveyed over 1,000 employers and over 200 employees to discover whether WFH works for all. Dr. David Tan will present key findings from the survey, including: * Impacts on quality of life; Gender outcomes, employee productivity; and the Future of Flexible Work Arrangements. This session is exclusive and complimentary for employers.
Published, 6 August.
Special Offer: COVID – 19 Screening for MDBC members
doctorDB is offering a special discount to fellow MDBC members (and their families) on COVID – 19 screenings
Published 17 August
ASEAN update: Recovering from COVID – 19
We have left 2020 in the rear view mirror and are looking forward to getting back to “normal”. Unfortunately, the coronavirus is still very much influencing our lives and the world economy. While scientists have learned quite a bit about the “original” virus, there remains much uncertainty about new virus mutations like the “South African” and “British” variant. The result is that 2021 will again be a year marked by the fight against the coronavirus.
Click here to read the report by RaboResearch
Published 5 March
Philips UV – C Disinfection Solutions
MDBC member Signify is the world leader in lighting, providing high quality energy efficient lighting products, systems, and services. Signify and Boston University have validated the effectiveness of their UV – C light sources to inactivate the COVID – 19 virus. To learn more about UV – C solutions to help protect yourself and your business, friends, and family, please click here.
Updated list of Premium Quarantine Hotels
Those who are travelling to Malaysia and wish to reserve their quarantine stay at a premium hotel may check this list via the National Disaster Management Agency of the Prime Minister’s Department (NADMA). Contact information for the relevant hotels is provided so that travelers can make the necessary bookings.
Published 1 July