Next Move: Responding to a new reality

June 2023 | A bi-monthly view on trends and issues shaping the transformation and growth agenda for business leaders

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Sustainability Counts II

There have been increasing calls for the “harmonisation” of the global sustainability reporting standards for enhanced transparency. More insights in PwC's second edition of the Sustainability Counts.

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The art of leading in the artificial intelligence (AI) age

To really practice the art of leading, leaders must also question what technology prevents us from doing, so we can spend our time on the things that matter most.

Three powers that game-changers share

The stubborn divide between driving growth and doing good is no more. By combining the right business model and technologies, businesses can enable prosperity and human health while capturing immense value.


A metaverse that works

More than just legless avatars, as real business value in the metaverse emerges, with companies making investments, staking claims, and introducing products, opportunities await.

Seven crucial actions for managing AI risks

Many business leaders have yet to grasp the urgency of the challenges that generative AI poses, and executives should give higher priority to addressing these risks, starting with some trust-building actions.

Closing the critical nature investment gap

No time to waste: Existing levels of spending fall well short of what’s needed. Read on to explore our recommendations on how to expand the volume of private capital for restoration projects.

When the going gets tough, can Asia Pacific CEOs get ESG going?

There’s a gap between investors and CEOs: While the former see climate change as a greater threat, CEOs are faced with competing priorities. This suggests an opportunity for CEOs to revamp their approach.

People are at the heart of a resilient business

The S in ESG is often obscure in quantification and even its definition. Yet, it is no less as important as the E and G, and businesses have to scale up their efforts.

Managing risks in the transition to integrated financial services

The competitive landscape of embedded finance is evolving. Our proprietary risk framework sets out five emerging areas to consider, stretching beyond existing risks that are inherent to financial products.

Cloud-powered banking is live, and producing enormous value

More profitable, more resilient, more cyber-secure: Confident in digitisation’s power to deliver a faster and more responsive organisation, leaders are now looking to engineer the cloud into every part of the business.

The little green dot: Singapore as a sustainable asset management hub

Jockeying to be a regional leader, this digest examines the role of Singapore as an asset management centre, delving into the ESG and sustainable fund landscape and its opportunities.

5G carriers need a “give more, get more” approach

The capital investments poured into 5G are huge— however, when it comes to recouping these investments, mobile carriers have a track record of lagging far behind.

PwC’s 11th Global Family Business Survey: Asia Pacific highlights

“Business as usual” no longer exists: For family businesses, the rapidly changing business landscape demands a fundamental reimagining of how trust is built and sustained.

4 key areas where AI can benefit private businesses

Looking beyond the hype: AI is here to stay, and no business can afford to ignore its potential. Businesses should conduct pilots and if they fly, to scale them up.

Healthcare providers navigate multiple risks, cautious but empowered

To tackle the host of challenges faced, providers need a coordinated approach to risk management. That means looking at the three lines and mitigating risks that can have a compounding effect elsewhere.

The future of vaccines

Tune in to hear Charles Jones, Senior Director of mRNA Commercial Strategy & Innovation at Pfizer, discuss the future of vaccines in the marketplace, including challenges and impacts on the value chain.

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Sam Kok Weng

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