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Editorial NotesEditorial NotesEditorial NotesEditorial Notes Enjoy this last issue of the year as we wrap up the happenings of 2012. Read what our HR

Advisor have to say. A colleague’s experience in

organizing an event for the first time. A trip to the Maritime Expe-riential Museum. New product. OSEA 2012. Awards received for

the year. Happy Reading!

Maritimes Editorial Team Jesslyn. Lina.

Wise Words From AdvisorWise Words From AdvisorWise Words From AdvisorWise Words From Advisor Managing Human Capital In Jason

What kills values?

The world is changing at an unprecedented

pace. With the advancement of technology and

the speed of globalization, the world economy

has been volatile and will remain unpredictable.

The work environment has also seen many

changes, from having an intergenerational work-

force to how work is done. The future of work

holds many surprises for us yet. One thing is sure

though, for companies to be an employer of

choice and have engaged employees to effec-

tively compete, having the right values and align-

ing the organization to behave appropriately is

critical.

What kills values at the workplace? It happens at

two levels, at the organizational level and at the

individual level.

At the organizational level, leadership has the

greatest impact. If they do not clearly define the

core values, the desired behaviors associated

with these values and model them to encourage

adherence, the organization has no moral com-

pass. Employees tend to do what they want and

challenge the authority of the management

leading to poor results.

At times, leaders do not work in unison and lose

sight of their own commitment to the core val-

ues. A house divided is fertile ground for em-

ployees to behave contrary to the values. We

often see quarrels across departments leading to

sub-optimization affecting overall company’s

interest.

Another instance could be an ineffective per-

formance management system that leads to un-

healthy competition amongst employees. Too

much emphasis on personal key performance

indicators without team indicators may be detri-

mental to the overall importance of securing

customers for the company and keeping them

satisfied. In some companies, the conflict be-

tween sales and the departments responsible for

executing and maintaining the sales may exist

unless there are overarching targets that affect

everybody’s bonus, e.g. meeting sales revenue.

Last but not least is the leadership’s high toler-

ance of non-compliance. Employees who dem-

onstrate good values go unrewarded and others

who flout them are tolerated. This gives rise to

gossips and politics, both of which are unhealthy

at the workplace.

On the personal capacity, there are at least

three ways of killing values.

The first is the lack of mutual respect. If manag-

ers are allowed to shout at their subordinates,

subordinates would see no reason why they

should respect their bosses and their colleagues.

Over time, bosses and employees start using dis-

connecting habits on one another. Examples of

disconnecting habits are complaining, blaming,

discouraging, threatening, showing temper,

shouting etc.

In the case of Jason, old time employees lament

on the family spirit that existed amongst col-

leagues. Some feel that this spirit is now eroded

with the ‘family’ having grown. This should not

be the case. There are many big companies that

have taken pains to keep the value of mutual

respect and the spirit of camaraderie alive. They

encourage connecting habits such as coaching,

giving praise and recognition, helping each other

etc. Employees in such companies have a high

sense of belonging and make good friends at

work. Having fun makes work light.

The second way of killing values is competition.

This is very common as we all wish to get ahead.

Unhealthy competition is a result of a lack of

transparent performance management. If the

latter is effective, employees are aware of each

other’s contribution and would accept the differ-

ence in rewards better. When things are fuzzy

Another way of killing values is the lack of respect

for them. This often happens to individuals who

have high freedom needs and like to challenge

organizational values. Let’s take integrity as an

example, people who wish to challenge this

would continually expound their belief that it is

difficult to gauge integrity, whilst those who wish

to uphold would accept that if somebody is open,

subject himself to audit and conducts himself in

an honest way, he has displayed integrity. In

other words, people who advocate a value system

would like to see it implemented rather than find

arguments against it.

Communication

The leaders in Jason mean well and have the em-

ployees’ interest at heart. However, it is impor-

tant to continually communicate and make clear

their expectations and act appropriately when

people do not live up to these expectations.

Leaders must encourage commitment by making

sure employees know what is expected of them in

terms of targets and behaviors. These targets and

behaviors must be clear, leaving little to interpre-

tation. Leaders must also communicate the com-

pany’s results so that everybody will be account-

able when things go wrong. They should build a

spirit that encourages employees to contribute

rather than one that assigns blame.

Further, it is important to encourage employees’

input through employees’ listening platforms and

coaching. These are leadership skills that have to

be practiced every day. It symbolizes concern, re-

spect and willingness to engage employees. All

these are encouragement to employees to live

the values.

On the employees’ side, having good communica-

tion skills that are supported by care and concern

for the company and colleagues must be encour-

aged. Employees must have a mindset of positive

contribution and a willingness to work as a team.

Misunderstandings and disagreements must be

resolved at the lowest levels and not be allowed

to fest and bring about a bad relationship be-

tween the individuals. Everybody must feel a per-

sonal responsibility to build a healthy and caring

environment where good behaviors and character

prevail. A well meaning employee with strong

communication skills and a positive mindset is

indeed an asset.

Collaboration

Collaboration is important as it promotes compe-

tence, a value of Jason. No one today can claim

that he has the monopoly of wisdom or capability.

Teamwork and collaboration strengthen compe-

tence and leads to better results and a greater

sense of camaraderie and belonging.

While cultivating a shared vision is the responsi-

bility of the leaders, the onus is on every em-

ployee to work as a team-player. This is particu-

larly important across departments and functions.

Having a ‘silo’ mindset is myopic and does not

serve an organization well. Micro-managing and

not having an ability to appreciate the big picture

and being overly concerned of one’s own results

limits growth.

Finally, for Jason, let us all have the ‘can do’ atti-

tude. Let’s adopt a positive mindset and together

build a conducive and forward looking environ-

ment. We will collectively promote our values and

cherish the behaviors that had been the corner-

stone of our good reputation. We shall strive to

have a company that we are proud of.

Elizabeth Martin Chua

HR Advisor

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New New New New Crews On BoardOn BoardOn BoardOn Board

Rogemer Ayran Cortez

Logistics Assistant Erica Tan

Accounts Assistant

Bryan Cheong

Business Excellence &

Safety Manager

Lau Chee Da

Assistant Drafting Engineer Kelvin Lim

Assistant Technical Engineer

Kee Peng Kiat

Sales Engineer (Offshore)

Ben Goh

Sales Manager (Offshore) Seah Take Wee

Sales Manager (Offshore)

Li Zhiheng

Proposal Engineer

Lam Tak Ming

IT Engineer

Chris Ong

Assistant Drafting Engineer

Zumba GOLD

Ice-Skating

Do participate in our yearly survey

early next year. Your feedbacks are

important for us to arrange/organize

activities, to accommodate to your

wants & needs for a healthy lifestyle!

UpComing Activity Health Screening -January 2013

Because we care... Because we care... Because we care... Because we care...

Do you know?

This policy is hung up at the doors of

every unit (almost) including Canaan

Room.

Received GOLD Award for the Singapore HEALTH (Helping Employers Achieve LifeTime Health) 2012. The

Award recognizes the employer’s and its continuous efforts in promoting healthy lifestyle for its em-

ployees. Our WHP Committee has been active arranging health related activities like lunch talks, cooking

demonstration and physical activities for fellow colleagues to enjoy during office hour & after office

hour.

Thanks to Jasonians and management, who have supported and participated actively in the WHP activi-

ties. The activities not only benefited us in terms of good health, but also allows us to bond with col-

leagues across departments.

Our AwardsOur AwardsOur AwardsOur Awards

Past Activities:

• Paintball

• Ice Skating

• Kickboxing

• Zumba

• Chair Yoga/Yoga

• Bowling

• Jogging

• Weight Management

• Archery

• Hip Hop Dance

• Pilates

The Singapore Prestige Brand Award is an annual award conferred to recognize outstanding efforts of

SMEs in the promotion of their brands. The award underscores the Company's abiding commitment to

distinguish ourselves in the industry by upholding our service standards and continue to enhance our

technical and engineering capabilities.

We are proud to receive this award for the third consecutive year!

To read Press Release in full, please go to:

http://jason.listedcompany.com/newroom/

20121214_173537_5PF_5D07B2A8276D4E2B48257AD40011C1A9.1.pdf

“It is encouraging that we have Work Life balance in Jason. While we all work hard, we also play hard as well.

Badminton Tournament is one of the many events that WHP & Jason Recreation Club had organized for all of you.

To name a few, there were paint ball, Ice Skating, Movie Screening, Department Bonding, Dumpling Festival, Din-

ner and Dance, Zumba Dance, Yoga, Health Talks, etc…

This sport not only provide you with some form of exercise, it is also a bonding session. We hope the sport spirit

does not end here but carry forward to our office and work as an united work force, regardless of which Dept you

come from. Team work is the key to success. Unity is Strength. Going forward, please continue your own form of

exercise to keep yourselves healthy always.

To the Winners, congratulation and keep it up

To the Non winners, take it as an exercise session well spent to sweat it out

To the Supporters, it is an unselfish to come to support your fellow colleagues and provide lots of morale support

To the Organiser, well done for organizing it very successfully and let’s all cheer for them.”

COO’s Speech (Badminton COO’s Speech (Badminton COO’s Speech (Badminton COO’s Speech (Badminton Tournament 2012) Tournament 2012) Tournament 2012) Tournament 2012)

Jason Electronics have just participated in the recent OSEA 2012 Exhibition held at Marina Bay Sands.

We set up a booth measuring about 38.5sqm, with blue waves decorated around the booth. This unique

decoration have attracted many customers to walk in to enquire about our products.

With the theme, “Telecom System Integrator”, we displayed products from various brands like Baze Technol-

ogy, Shore Connection, Bosch , Southern Avionics Company, Thrane & Thrane and Seatel.

The suppliers who have participated in OSEA 2012 have been invited for a company dinner at Yu Cuisine

Chinese Restaurant on the first day of the event to show our appreciation for their support.

Events & Happenings Events & Happenings Events & Happenings Events & Happenings

Jason badminton tournament 2012 was one of the Recreation club activities collaborated with

WHP. The tournament was held in September at Clementi Sports Hall. There were a total of 21

teams participating in the Men, Women & Mixed Doubles.

I am truly honored to be part of the committee & chairperson for this activity and I would like to

share my experience.

The duration we took to finish the Men, women, and Mixed Double was three weeks. I must say

that my team members and I have put in a lot of effort in preparing for the tournament.

It was this badminton tournament which I realized many Jason staff love to play badminton and

are very good at it. Jason indeed got talent! Besides working hard, they know how to play hard

too!

Not forgetting the bonding within our colleagues, we have teams which made up of staff from

different departments. And for those who are not participating in the tournament, it was heart-

warming to see them coming down after work to support their fellow colleagues who are com-

peting. Even after each session, we would go for dinner as a group, celebrating birthdays, chit

chatting with each other.

As I love to play badminton, I was also one for the participants taking part in the Women’s and

Mixed Doubles Categories. I enjoyed the practice sessions & discussing the strategies on how to

win our opponent with my partners from both categories.

Personally. I feel that all participants are the ultimate winners for Jason badminton tournament

2012, because the goal of this activity is not to win the game, but to enjoy the process and bond

within our own people.

This commitment my committee and I have taken outside our working hours not only taught me

the importance of planning my schedules, managing complexity and juggling different priorities,

it also allows me to gain leadership skills in allocating different roles & responsibilities to my own

members to make sure the event goes smoothly. Organizing this event also allow our team to

bond and understand each other better.

The success of this event would not be possible without my team members. Salute to my team

members~ I am proud to say that WE DID IT!

Lastly, I would like to end this article with a quote I always believe in:

~Never be afraid to try something new, because life get boring when you stay within the

limits of what you already know~

Ng Sze Fang

Accounts Department

Service & Technical Department had a combined department bonding at

KBOX Cineleisure in September. It was a

wonderful night filled with games, prize

presentation, food, pool & karaoke!

Our fellow colleagues from these two de-

partments were able to interact and catch up

with each other. During this special event,

we were able to spot many talents of Jason

who can drink, sing & play pool very well!

Rec Club would like to thank both

departments for their active participation!

Events & Happenings Events & Happenings Events & Happenings Events & Happenings

It’s our first time on the yacht! Accounts department had their bonding session at a special

location, The Yacht Club! It was everyone’s first time on a

yacht. Though the space was small, it was cozy for the girls to

come close together for an evening of games & interaction.

Not forgetting the good food, Curry fish head, Chili Crab &

Wasabi prawns!!

Maritime Experiential Museum Maritime Experiential Museum Maritime Experiential Museum Maritime Experiential Museum

Located at Resorts World Sentosa, Maritime Experiential Museum is one of the

attractions that tourists & locals visit besides the famous Universal Studios. The

Museum showcases the different kinds of ships and some traditional goods and

activities of the various countries, for instance Malacca,

China, Sri Lanka, Iran and Indo-

nesia. There are also exhibits on

Pirates (their activities, types of

ships and weapons).

There are storyboards at each

country’s exhibit to better un-

derstand the Maritime history.

The interesting part are the mini activities at each exhibit that visitors can get

their hands on. For instance, at the Malacca exhibit, visitors are able to make

their own ‘Wayang Kulit’.

The best part of the museum is the Typhoon Theatre. Additional rate applicable

for those interested to enter the theatre. It has special 3D effects and visitors

are able to experience what it is like to be on a moving ship. Highly recom-

mended!

Price: Entry to Museum—$5.

Typhoon Theatre—Additional $6.

Photography is allowed but not

in Typhoon Theatre.

Productivity Figure

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Labour productivity— 10.09. It measures the value added (or output achieved) per worker. It is affected by

factors such as technology, systems, processes, training, etc. adopted by the company.

Labour cost competitiveness—0.29. It is a ratio that indicates the company’s efficiency and effectiveness in

producing value added (or output) per dollar of labour cost.

Crack the Riddle

1) There was a green house. Inside the green

house there was a white house. Inside the white

house there was a red house. Inside the red

house there were lots of babies. What is it?

2 ) If you drop me I'm sure to crack but give me a

smile and I'll always smile back.

3) Give me food, and I will live; give me water,

and I will die. What am I?

4) What jumps when it walks and sits when it

stands?

Answer 2 out of 4 riddles and we will reward you

for your effort. Email the answers to

maritimes@jason.com.sg by 31 January 2012.

Make New Year's goals. Dig within, and discover what you would like to have happen in your life this year. This helps you do your part. It is an affirmation that you're interested in fully living life in the year to come. Maritimes Team would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year!

Welcome 2013!