Mr. Ekaraj Niroj, Enterprise Marketing Director – SCGP, received the Holistic Innovation Award from DKSH (Thailand) Co., Ltd. at the Food Ingredients Asia 2023 (FI Asia 2023). The award was granted to the business partners who further develop supplementary products by using probiotic microorganisms from Morinaga, the brand from Japan. It is one of the ingredients in the dietary supplement “HOLIS by SCGP PROBIO ACTIVE PLUS”. The award ceremony was held on September 21, 2023 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok. Mr. Ekaraj said, “SCGP is very pleased to receive the Holistic Innovation Award from DKSH because it reflects recognition from our business partner in the development of SCGP’s dietary supplements and functional food. Receiving this award is an encouragement for HOLIS by SCGP to strive to further improve dietary supplements and functional food that are outstanding, easy to eat, provide health benefits and meet the Thai people’s need for holistic health care.” “HOLIS by SCGP PROBIO ACTIVE PLUS” is a dietary supplement that helps balance intestinal function and excretory system and increase their efficiency. It consists of 2 types of Prebiotics that help reduce cholesterol levels, contain dietary fiber and help stimulate excretion. Other key components are 9 species of Probiotics which help balance the digestive and the excretory systems, as well as reducing the accumulation of fat in the liver and 1 type of Postbiotic that helps strengthen the immune system, reduces inflammation and soothes the digestive tract. The ready–to–eat supplement comes in powder sachets with 2 flavor selections: orange yogurt scent. and apple yogurt. HOLIS by SCGP PROBIO ACTIVE PLUS dietary supplement is available today at all Watsons stores and leading e–marketplace channels such as SCGP Healthcare stores in Shopee, Lazada, Line OA @SCGPHealthcare, and www.doozyonline. For more information about our products and interesting activities, please visit www.holisbyscgp.com and Facebook : HOLIS by SCGP.
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Deliver Good Wishes through SCGP Moon Cake Packaging
It’s that time of the year again for an important festival celebrated by both the Chinese and Thai-Chinese communities – the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on the 15th night of the 8th month of the lunar calendar every year. People often exchange Moon Cakes to convey good feelings, and these cakes are symbolic of completeness, prosperity, and hope. However, once the recipients have enjoyed the Moon Cakes, the next thing they do is discard the packaging immediately, as it serves no further purpose. But this scenario won’t be certain if you’re familiar with “Moon Cake” or the “Window to the Moon” – a higher level of Moon Cake packaging representing good wish from SCGP. The Beginning of “Moon Cake Packaging” Every year leading up to the Mid-AutumnFestival, numerous types of Moon Cake packaging are available for customers to choose from. SCGP, focusing on sustainable packaging, led by designer Miss Sikin Amornkitcharoen, Mr. Wanchana Sritrairattana, and Mr. Panupong Chophuk, decided that their Moon Cake packaging had to be more than just traditional. Initially, the concept was a Moon Cake packaging in the shape of a pagoda, but after considering costs and structural feasibility in relation to good design, it was concluded that a square box, a timeless shape, would be used. What sets SCGP’s 4-piece “Moon Cake” packaging apart is the playful patterns and designs that provide a unique experience to the recipients, who can also reuse the packaging in various ways. More than Just a Moon Cake Packaging After finalizing the packaging’s shape, the next step was to choose colors different from traditional Moon Cake packagings, typically red or green. In order to make SCGP’s Moon Cake packaging look luxurious, the design team decided to use purple as the primary color. Historically, purple is a challenging color to create, and it has been associated with royalty, worn only by emperors. In addition to beautiful patterns, the lid of the packaging features a rotating plate that allows the recipient to change the view of the night sky from the crescent moon to the full moon, symbolizing unity and the time spent together with family or loved ones. The packaging also includes Chinese auspicious characters for good luck and two rabbits gazing at the moon together, adding to the sense of togetherness when enjoying Moon Cakes with friends and family. Printed using offset printing technology with an all-over coating and spot UV, along with gold stamping to enhance its premium and eye-catching appearance, SCGP’s “Moon Cake” packaging is truly fitting for those who receive it. Dual Benefits The materials used for producing “Moon Cake” or “Window to the Moon” packaging are durable and can be reused for various purposes, as SCGP’s packaging is sturdy and doesn’t easily wear or break. While “Moon Cake” or “Window to the Moon” represents the first-ever Moon Cake box design by Miss Sikin Amornkitcharoen, Mr. Wanchana Sritrairattana, and Mr. Panupong Chophuk,, its quality is assured by the Luxury Package award at the 2023 World Star Awards, organized by the World Packaging Organization (WPO). This prestigious competition featured 440 entries across 16 categories from 37 countries worldwide.
SCGP Leverages Technology and Digital Platforms to Drive Sustainability
Success does not arise from just a single puzzle piece. Instead, it is shaped by tens or even hundreds of pieces coming together. Some parts may require patience and time. In essence, it might take thousands or tens of thousands of puzzle pieces to create a complete picture. Recently, at the ASEAN Paper event, Surasak Amawat, Director of Technology and Digital Platform of SCG Packaging Public Company Limited or SCGP, shared insights into SCGP’s operations, particularly in the area of recycling, aiming to add value throughout the supply chain. Interestingly, technology and digital platforms not only provide a competitive edge in business but also serve as essential puzzle pieces underpinning the organization’s objectives in ESG and Net Zero, contributing to sustainable business growth. @Technology and Digital Platforms in Business Operations Operating under the vision of being a leader in integrated packaging solutions in the region, SCGP offers a diverse range of innovative products and services coupled with a commitment to sustainable business practices. SCGP focuses on developing innovation and technology to bolster organizational sustainability across various aspects. With an emphasis on operational excellence, SCGP ensures a more efficient supply chain by implementing various automation systems to boost productivity. SCGP has integrated diverse data types within the organization to help customers in multiple ways – from communication systems to ordering, product delivery, and order status tracking. With the integration of comprehensive organizational data, sales staff can quickly access product information relevant to the customer, enabling faster responses and significantly enhancing customer convenience. Additionally, the availability of ubiquitous online data streamlines internal processes, making the management of raw materials and inventory data more efficient. Such optimization ultimately reduces production costs, benefiting the entire supply chain. “The principle is to have all the data as a ‘single source of truth.’ This means everyone in the supply chain sees the same data, eliminating complexities and gaps in managing the entire process. The advantages garnered from technology and digital platforms are just the beginning. Once adopted, they can be leveraged for even more benefits.” @Technology and Digital Platforms Lead to Sustainable Packaging Driven by the SCGP’s business strategy aligned with the ESG framework, there is a clear plan to increase the proportion of environmentally friendly packaging. By 2025, the goal is to achieve 100% recyclable and biodegradable packaging, and by 2050, the objective is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. SCGP continuously develops technology and digital platforms to reach these sustainability targets. “Increasing the Rate of Recycled Packaging” SCGP has actively built networks and fostered collaborations to maximize resource utilization. This includes increasing the number of recycling partners from 8 to 22 entities and expanding the network of recycling stations to return used packaging to the manufacturing plants. The count of these stations rose from 90 in 2020 to 133 in 2023. SCGP has invested in enhancing the efficiency of recycled paper by integrating technology from abroad and improving operational excellence. Monitoring checkpoints are implemented at every process stage to ensure optimal performance, yielding satisfactory outcomes. The quality of the recycled paper has increased, from an initial rate of 80% to a range of 88-92%. This improvement represents a resource savings of 20,000 tons annually. Furthermore, SCGP has researched and developed an innovation known as “nanocellulose fiber” derived from agricultural waste. This innovation serves as a raw material in the paper packaging production process. The innovation has been patented both domestically and abroad. “Transforming Waste into Plastic Resins” When thinking about the recycling of packaging, it is common to find other material residues mixed in, such as adhesive tapes or films, which cannot be reused and are typically incinerated for energy. SCGP has identified value in these leftovers, dubbing them the “waste of waste.” By leveraging technology, SCGP transforms these byproducts into plastic resins. The company has expanded its “waste of waste” operations to three plants: one in Thailand and two in Indonesia. “Once turned into plastic resins, they can be mixed with virgin plastic resins to produce consumer goods like plastic transport crates, various types of bins, and more. Consumers can then reuse these products. Although this initiative has yet to yield a return on investment, it significantly reduces environmental impacts, making it a truly valuable use of waste.” These advances represent a monumental shift in packaging production: minimizing the use of new resources, amplifying recycling efficiency, and promoting infinite recycling. This also includes the diverse benefits of upcycling, addressing the genuine pursuit of sustainability.
SCGP Leads in Sustainable Packaging, Collaborating with 40 Companies to Elevate Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions Across Supply Chain
SCGP fosters collaboration and promotes the development of “Sustainable Packaging” in line with Circular Economy principles. SCGP has invited over 40 companies from both Thailand and abroad to collectively elevate the environmental friendliness of packaging throughout the entire process—from raw material development, design, technology advancement, and recycling methods—all the way to the end consumer. This initiative was highlighted in the seminar, “SCGP Circularity in Action: Pursuit of Packaging Sustainability,” where insights and experiences on sustainable operations were shared with leading partners. Karan Tejasen, Chief Operating Officer, Consumer and Performance Packaging Business of SCG Packaging Public Company Limited (SCGP), disclosed that SCGP conducts its operations with a focus on efficient resource use and environmental stewardship, in line with the principles of sustainable development and Circular Economy, covering all stages of product and service design to manufacturing process. The emphasis is on creating designs and products that provides convenience and ease of use for brand owners and consumers while minimizing resource usage. Despite this, the products must be robust, durable, and can be recycled. Furthermore, SCGP collaborates with various organizations to advocate sustainable practices among consumers, aiming for a greener and more sustainable world. Recently, SCGP organized a seminar titled “SCGP Circularity in Action: Pursuit of Packaging Sustainability” to express gratitude to its business partners for their collaborative efforts throughout the production process to the point of delivery to consumers. The seminar also aimed to broaden awareness and promote environmentally friendly packaging practices by sharing experiences. On this occasion, SCGP invited three leading partners to participate in developing sustainable packaging and share their ideas. Krittavit Laohadtanaphorn, Executive Director of M. Water Company Limited, the producer of “Sprinkle” bottled water, said that the company places great importance on sustainable business practices. It has collaborated with SCGP in developing new designs of “Sprinkle” water bottles that are easily recyclable and labelless to reduce environmental impact. This new packaging is expected to hit the market this October. Inspired by the intensifying global warming crisis and the concept of “Less is More”, the new design took the melting form of polar ice caps to create a unique story and raise consumer awareness at the same time. Additionally, the company has reduced the use of labels by applying inkjet printing technology directly onto the bottle surface. Developed over nearly two years, this ink can be washed off during standard recycling processes and contains no hazardous substances that could contaminate the water. This is another step toward reducing plastic waste, as the absence of labels makes these bottles easier to recycle. Sirilak Narongtanupone, Co-CEO and Managing Director of Equator Pure Nature Company Limited, the producer and distributor of natural cleaning products under the brand “PiPPER STANDARD,” said that they have partnered with SCGP to develop the design and packaging for their cleaning products, which are made from 100% natural ingredients. Furthermore, they have also launched a project called “PiPPER Bottle Recycling,” in which used plastic bottles are collected, sorted, and cleaned and then are modified using technology and innovation to be converted into Post-Consumer Recycled Resin (PCR) before being remolded into new bottles. This approach aligns with the circular economy principles, which offers a comprehensive solution. Supot Katetopragran, Vice President of Commercial and Carbon Business Development at Dow Thailand, stated, “The Dow Thailand Group, as a global leader in materials science, recognizes that the development of packaging made from a single type of plastic, known as mono-material, which retains good packaging properties while being easily recyclable, is crucial in promoting the Circular Economy. Therefore, continuous efforts have been made in this direction. Our sustainable vision aligns with SCGP, and we have collaborated on various projects, such as the development of easily recyclable and thinner but stronger rice bags for the Royal Umbrella brand. The initiative addresses both waste reduction and carbon reduction and is in line with Dow’s commitment to helping our customers achieve carbon neutrality.” “SCGP believes that collaboration with partners is crucial for creating environmentally friendly packaging. Sustainable business operations require expertise in various fields, including technology, design, and testing, to produce packaging that is more eco-friendly than ever before. The seminar is the starting point for gathering partners to collaboratively find sustainable packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of customers and applications while also caring for society and the environment. SCGP plans to continuously develop technology and innovation for environmentally friendly packaging, whether rigid or flexible packaging, to align with the company’s policy and encourage product manufacturers to use various types of packaging to jointly develop both internally and with SCGP. All these efforts aim to allow SCGP to achieve quality growth, move towards the goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050, and most importantly, to promote a sustainable society and environment,” said Mr. Karan.
KARAN TEJASEN: STUDY NEW MARKETS FOR BIGGER SUCCESS
Mr. Karan says SCGP’s businesses run from upstream to downstream, with eucalyptus plantation to provide raw materials for the production of pulp, paper and also packaging. Today, the company’s products include both paper and polymer packaging. Mr. Karan, on his part, oversees downstream businesses. Our operations extend to downstream sectors encompassing both paper-based and non-paper packaging. My responsibilities primarily involve overseeing consumer packaging and performance packaging, the latter of which utilizes materials like plastic or specialty paper to deliver superior functionality compared to traditional paper packaging. Presently, I provide supervision to six subsidiaries and manage 15 factories situated across Thailand, Vietnam, and Spain. I am excited to share our recent expansion into the field of medical supplies, as it represents a novel venture for our entire team Through Merger & Partnership (M&P), SCGP has gained ownership of several fresh enterprises across the globe. Consequently, we find ourselves in relatively unfamiliar territory regarding their operational intricacies. Specifically, I am referring to the healthcare and medical supplies sectors, which present us with prospects to acquaint ourselves with new production processes, operational methodologies, and business channels. These businesses are also related to our conventional packaging in some ways, therefore, we can take this opportunity to enhance and advance our core competencies. GRASP OPPORTUNITIES FROM NEW DEMAND In contrast to the food and beverage packaging sector, the healthcare products and medical supplies market is smaller in size but boasts a significantly rapid expansion rate. Various nations are currently experiencing an upturn in their economies, resulting in improved accessibility to medical facilities for their populations. Furthermore, health-conscious trends have gained continuous growth, particularly in Southeast Asia, which stands as the swiftest growing market for healthcare products and medical supplies originating from our production lines. Additional developed markets are located in different regions and represent what we consider the emerging demand These new businesses work with pre-molded plastics, though they differ somewhat from SCGP’s main plastic-packaging products. As we run these new ventures, we also apply our expertise. To meet the growing demand, we ensure our production facilities are clean and precise, as we’ve done with our core operations. Operating these new businesses involves more aspects as we’re now engaged in designing products and shaping molds ourselves. With our experience, we can create new products alongside customers and provide better service. For instance, if a customer wants a circle on an ATK strip to be larger and oval-shaped, we can now do it promptly. In the past, we couldn’t react right away because we only focused on plastic molding. But today, we can make molds and manage details ourselves, enabling faster and improved responses to customer needs. BUSINESS EXPANSION TO EUROPE, STEPPING STONE FOR BRIGHT FUTURE In Europe, SCGP’s business presence has expanded to encompass Britain, Spain, and the Netherlands. There is potential for our business footprint to grow even more in this region. From my experience, subsidiaries of European companies often function somewhat independently, focusing primarily on their individual job roles, which limits collaborative efforts. To address this, we are instilling a sense of teamwork to establish connections and align everyone toward a common goal. Our operations aren’t confined to Europe alone; we’ve successfully marketed our products to numerous countries globally, including significant markets like the United States. This favorable trend underscores the strength of our businesses. Operating from Europe also offers strategic advantages: our international divisions can easily communicate with Asia during mornings and with the US during afternoons. As a result, Europe holds a pivotal role as a cornerstone for our business activities. THERE ARE MORE THAN ONE WAYS TO ACHIEVE GOALS I have offered my team members opportunities to express their opinions, which can be diverse and different. They don’t have to just listen. Even if I may not fully agree with my team’s proposed approach, I will approve it if it seems practical enough. I let the team go ahead with their ideas because I know that there’re a lot of ways to achieve the same goal. I do so to engage my team and participation is very important. Also, I have accorded importance to constant learning. As SCGP steps into new businesses, there is a lot to learn. It is normal that during learning process, mistakes may happen. But it is important that we have to review what had happened, learned along the way, and applied the lesson well in the future. Senior staff must set examples for junior staff to follow. No matter how busy you are, you have to keep learning. I enjoy observing what others especially market leaders are doing or paying attention to. I have done research based on articles, research summaries and principles to see how far each idea can progress. Learning is necessary. Sometimes, we think we have already done well but perhaps, there are better ways to implement it. I think SCGP has ample opportunities to grow. So, my advice to the younger staffs is that they should not think only inside the box. We can branch out to new fields. It’s just that we must integrate what we know to strengthen our network. SCGP has already operated businesses in several ASEAN nations but has established strong presence in just a few. Therefore, we need to step up our efforts to boost SCGP’s recognition in overseas markets. SCGP should be as profoundly established there as it is in Thailand. We need to do lot of homework because our company’s future is in our hands.
Reo’s Deli: Sacrifice for Better World
Apart from serving delicious food, Reo’s Deli also accords importance to environmental and sustainabilityissues. The brand believes that small changes it has made will finally create a better world. Mr. Chana Vasuvat, Chief Executive Officer of Value Sourcing Company Limited that has manufactured and distributed ready-to-eat items under Reo’s Deli brand, gave the following interview to share the story behind Redi Pak and reveal how his mindset led to the development of better packaging for everyone’s delicious happiness. Yummy, Affordable & Readily Available “We are happy when we give happiness to others. Our origin started from our delicious food, which was very affordable and well-loved by customers. We then decided to develop ready-to-eat Italian fares. Our highlights are Baked Spinach with Cheese and Baked Macaroni with Cheese. They are now sold at 7-ELEVEN outlets at just THB 37. After our business started doing well, we had the idea that the bigger our sales, the better quality we should deliver,” Mr. Chana said. This executive recounted that his company’s focus on distribution via 7-ELEVEN outlets marked a turning point. As such distribution covers the whole Thailand, his company needed to seriously think about transportation and shelf life of its products. “We have always risen up to our challenges. Whenever we come across a problem, we strive to develop a solution. So, when our distribution via 7-ELEVEN outlets came with a challenge, we created the innovative No-Bake Process. Because our original aluminum foil trays were often dented during transportation, we developed the aforementioned process so that we could use plastic trays instead. After we tackled this challenge, our business has been growing significantly. We also consulted a food institute and through stricter sanitization and hygiene practices, our products’ shelf life extends to 10 days,” he continued. Sacrifice…to Protect the Earth “Green trends have already caught on for a long while. But because of COVID-19 outbreak, the use of disposable plastic packaging has risen considerably. Noticing the sharp rise in demand, we held a meeting with our shareholders to discuss the issue. If we opted for eco-friendly packaging, we would have to tackle several challenges. Then, I asked our shareholders, ‘Do we want to do this?’. The answer was ‘Yes’. We agreed to shoulder bigger cost to give better things,” Mr. Chana said. “As our company has earned enough income, we review our objectives. Apart from doing business for our own sake, we need to do something for others too. We visualize where we want our company to be in the next 10 years. We do something great with small steps today. We handle difficult issues at the time they are still relatively easy. “The biggest challenge, in fact, is our own mindset. Once we are determined to do something, we will finally find the way. If we care about people’s well-being, we need to pay attention to the environment. Environmental issues may sound distant. But they are so relevant to our lives. If we don’t do it now, then when? As we are committed to environmental causes, we have decided to explore solutions,” he added. “My approach is ‘Begin with the end’. When we aim to achieve something, we will finally find the way to do it. So, when we set our sight on improving our packaging to solve old problems, our development efforts led to the launch of Redi Pak. Our new packaging costs us 22.7 percent more than plastic trays. But as we are determined to embrace eco-friendly packages, we are proud of launching Redi Pak. About 90 percent of its content comes from natural materials. We believe such small things can contribute to big goals. In our view, Reo’s Deli is a small but beautiful company,” Mr. Chana said. Partner with Shared Goals Reo’s Deli and Fest by SCGP have successfully overcome all obstacles together because both have pursued environmental care and sustainability. Because they are committed to their goals, their efforts ensure packaging offers functionality, convenience, and sustainability all at the same time. Via the partnership, Reo’s Deli realizes that Fest by SCGP team is highly professional and firmly committed to developing innovations. The development, made through a systematic approach, has already led to the launch of Redi Pak. This innovative packaging is eco-friendly. Designed for frozen yet ready-to-eat food, Redi Pak is microwavable. When heated, it becomes drier and stronger too. Stylish in design, it is also convenient to hold. Customers’ hands won’t feel the heat even when removing this tray from microwave. Redi Pak is also really safe. After usage, Redi Pak naturally decomposes within 60 days because it is made of natural materials. Film on this packaging can also be removed for easy recycling. “Our plan for the next one or two year(s) is to expand our appetizer menu. We want to have five items on the list. Aside, we plan to launch a new brand for B2B market. Our Food Service business should be able to take care of hotels, restaurants, and bakery shops too based on our positioning as a central kitchen. Moreover, we set our sight on developing a brand for spinach farming. We will encourage farmers to grow more spinach in Thailand under our ‘Veggie for Happiness’ brand. We expect this brand to curb spinach import and promote income generation in Thailand. At present, we are working on a project with Kasetsart University’s Kamphaeng Saen Campus. Under the project, experimental spinach farm is ongoing alongside seed development. This project has been going on for more than four years already. We will launch the brand only after we have achieved concrete positive results,” Mr. Chana revealed. Although plastic remains crucial to food preservation, Reo’s Deli has minimized the use of this material out of its determination to serve as a cogwheel in better environmental care and to push the world faster towards a new, eco-friendlier norm. “The mass production of Redi Pak is possible through our partnership with Fest by SCGP. Together, we have developed a frozen-food tray that responds best …
Identify Value in Your Job to Fill Up Your Passion Every Day
“Now, I am in charge of Product Innovations. Under my responsibility are pitching, selling and developing what customers want. In most cases, it’s about products that SCGP had never produced before. My job is not about selling existing products. It’s more about presenting solutions that suit customers’ businesses. “For innovations, I have even served like a technical sales – working very closely with customers to develop new solutions. I need to see my customers’ work process to understand what our product will go to and see through to what end-consumers will get. I study consumers’ experience and pain points in a bid to identify opportunities and exceed customer expectations. That’s how I have impressed our customers and made our brand their favorite. “When I was assigned to new duties and take on more job responsibilities, I changed my mindset. I tuned myself in to the mode of making work fun. If I kept thinking that workload became bigger, I would just feel depressed and lost. So, I’ve decided to challenge myself every day both in regard to work and my mindset. “Doing new tasks means I have got opportunities to talk to customers, improve my communication skills and learn about selling techniques. Because of my job, my personality has improved and so have my wits. I have become more skilled and practical in many aspects. I also really would like to thank my team for being supportive. It’s fun working with them. “Our work approach and mindset are also shaped by our corporate culture. They are in our DNA. We have shown such things naturally when contacting outsiders. When serving as an MC, I have opportunities to share good things and good stories about SCGP. All of us are SCGP Brand Ambassadors.” Paweena “Ying” Wannasirimongkol – Product Innovation Officer, Thai Paper “I have the duty to take care of customers in every step to ensure that product usage goes smooth. If problems arise during usage, I provide them with assistance and support. I support them so that they can use our products without any hiccup. Moreover, I sometimes share knowledge with customers’ staff or universities in fields that are related to my job. “The most important thing is to protect the interests of both our company and our customers. Because 90 percent of my work is about handling customers’ complaints, I have told myself that I need to understand that customers are having usage problems and I have the duty to efficiently help them. If they can use our products, they will come back to buy more. We can prosper together. “Every time I solve a customer’s problem, I feel proud. I feel my job is meaningful. It gives value to others and myself. If I come across the tasks that I don’t specialize in, I just try to challenge myself and think about ways to create self-value. I also focus on identifying the value of those tasks. “When dealing with customers / outsiders or serving as an MC, I feel like the spotlight is on me. I am aware that I represent my company. The way others perceive me will shape their attitudes towards my company. Think positive and share our good stories. Let’s showing not just what SCGP can do but also how socially and environmentally responsible our company is. Everyone is SCGP Brand Ambassador. We can show and communicate about our DNA. For our good image, As one of them, I think well, speak well and do well.” Thanaris “Hui” Tantisarunrat – Technical Solutions Officer, Thai Paper
Turn Paper Bands into Values Creation
SCGP has encouraged communities to turn paper bands, byproducts from industrial operations, into wickerwork designs. Instead of being sold just for a few baht per kilo, these scrap materials can support the production of new wow items for many! Based on Circular Economy Principles, SCGP has accorded importance to the SCGP Community Enterprise Development Project. Under the project, participants add value to paper bands by turning them into wickerwork products with the aim of generating income for locals. The project started through a study, which SCGP conducted in collaboration with local communities and Kanchanaburi Rajabhat University’s lecturers. The study prepared wickerwork and design methods to increase the value of paper bands, which are not only durable but also anti-fungal. Then, vocational training was provided to locals around SCGP plants. Wickerwork items that are made of paper bands • Baskets • Trays • Saucers • Trigger Finger Devices • Camphor sets • Handbags • Bags with straps • Net bags • Flower baskets • Gift boxes Community Benefits • Communities around SCGP plants have bigger potential. • Locals make good use of their free time. • Locals have got a new means of livelihoods. • The project can pave the way for the establishment of communities’ learning centers. Also, SCGP has developed design courses, community identity, new dyeing techniques, marketing tactics, and branding from the project in pursuit of product differentiation and competitiveness. Such efforts have gone on for communities both in Ratchaburi and Prachin Buri. Paper-Band byproduct from SCGP = Raw Material for Communities’ Income-Generating Wickerwork Items Success-Guaranteeing Accolades The “Ban O I Khiao Farmers’ Product Community Enterprise” in Ratchaburi and the “Ban Tha Takhro Wickerwork Community Enterprise” in Kanchanaburi won second prizes at the “Ploi Dai Pha Suk” Business Model Competition. Held by the Department of Industrial Works, this contest aimed to create added value for industrial byproducts. The accolades underline SCGP’s success in empowering communities in its plant’s neighborhoods and fostering their sustainable self-reliance. List of Paper Band-Wickerwork Community Enterprises • Ban Tha Takhro Wickerwork Community Enterprise 59 Mu 1, Ta Takhro subdistrict, Tha Muang district, Kanchanaburi 71130 Contact: The Community Enterprise via Tel: 09-8914-9245, 08-7033-9616 and 09-7958-6592 • Ban O I Khiao Farmers’ Product Community Enterprise 90 Moo 2, Krap Yai subdistrict, Ban Pong district, Ratchaburi 70190 Contact: Khun Long Tel: 08-1736-1130 and 09-2495-6454 • Ban Nong Chorakhe Occupational Group 62 Mu 9, Bo Thong subdistrict, Kabin Buri district, Prachin Buri 25110 Contact: Khun Suchin (Kin) Tel: 06-3103-8739 • Ban Kud Pla Wi Wickerwork and Processed Food Sufficiency Farming Community Enterprise 42/2 Mu 4, Bo Thong subdistrict, Kabin Buri district, Prachin Buri 25110 Contact: Khun Buapaeng Tel: 08-7618-8298v
กรัณย์ เตชะเสน: เรียนรู้สิ่งใหม่ ต่อยอดโอกาสทางธุรกิจ
ในช่วงเวลาที่ธุรกิจต่าง ๆ ของ SCGP กำลังขยาย เติบโตแตกกิ่งก้านสาขาในหลายภูมิภาคของโลก จึงเป็นโอกาสดีของ P-DNA ในการชักชวน พี่กรัณย์ เตชะเสน – Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Consumer and Performance Packaging Business มาเล่าถึงก้าวสำคัญที่ SCGP กำลังขยับเข้าสู่ตลาดระดับโลก ในฐานะผู้ผลิตและผู้นำเสนอสินค้าเกี่ยวกับวัสดุอุปกรณ์ทางการแพทย์ และการเรียนรู้สิ่งใหม่ในธุรกิจ พร้อมทั้งกลยุทธ์ที่ใช้รับมือกับ New Demand ในช่วงเวลาถัดจากนี้ เรียนรู้ตลาดใหม่ ต่อยอดความสำเร็จ พี่กรัณย์เริ่มบทสนทนาว่า SCGP มีธุรกิจตั้งแต่ต้นน้ำถึงปลายน้ำ เริ่มที่ธุรกิจการส่งเสริมการปลูกไม้ยูคาลิปตัส กระบวนการผลิตเยื่อและกระดาษและการผลิตบรรจุภัณฑ์ ทั้งที่เป็นบรรจุภัณฑ์กระดาษและบรรจุภัณฑ์โพลิเมอร์ ซึ่งเป็นธุรกิจปลายน้ำที่พี่กรัณย์ดูแลอยู่ “ธุรกิจปลายน้ำเป็นธุรกิจบรรจุภัณฑ์ที่มีทั้งกระดาษและไม่ใช่กระดาษหน้าที่หลักของพี่คือ ดูแลบรรจุภัณฑ์สำหรับผู้บริโภค และบรรจุภัณฑ์สมรรถนะสูง (บรรจุภัณฑ์ที่มีสมรรถะสูงกว่ากระดาษทั่วไป เช่น พลาสติก หรือกระดาษชนิดพิเศษ) ปัจจุบันดูแลอยู่ 6 บริษัท รวม 15 โรงงานทั้งในประเทศไทย เวียดนาม และสเปน ส่วนที่จะคุยกันต่อจากนี้คือ การเข้าสู่ตลาดในกลุ่มวัสดุอุปกรณ์ทางการแพทย์ที่นับว่าเป็นเรื่องค่อนข้างใหม่สำหรับพวกเราทุกคน “ลูกค้าปลายทางในธุรกิจใหม่ ๆ ที่ SCGP เข้าไป M&P (Merger & Partnership) อาจเป็นกลุ่มที่เราไม่ได้คุ้นเคยมากนัก เช่น บรรจุภัณฑ์ที่เป็นกลุ่ม Healthcare วัสดุอุปกรณ์ทางการแพทย์ เป็นโอกาสให้พวกเราได้เรียนรู้กระบวนการผลิต การทำงาน และช่องทางในธุรกิจรูปแบบใหม่ ๆ ซึ่งในธุรกิจแวดวงใหม่นี้ นอกจากตัวสินค้ากลุ่มใหม่ ๆ แล้ว ก็มีการใช้สินค้าบรรจุภัณฑ์ปกติที่เราทำอยู่แล้วด้วยเช่นกัน ฉะนั้นความรู้ความเข้าใจที่เพิ่มขึ้นก็สามารถนำมาต่อยอดหรือพัฒนาธุรกิจเดิมของเราให้ดียิ่งขึ้นได้ด้วย” คว้าโอกาสจาก New Demand “สินค้าในกลุ่ม Healthcare และวัสดุอุปกรณ์ทางการแพทย์ เมื่อนำมาเทียบกับตลาดบรรจุภัณฑ์สำหรับอาหารและเครื่องดื่ม พบว่าไม่ได้มีขนาดใหญ่มากนัก แต่อัตราการเติบโตสูง เนื่องจากเศรษฐกิจในหลายประเทศดีขึ้นผู้คนสามารถเข้าถึงโรงพยาบาลได้มากขึ้น และปัจจุบันคนใส่ใจเรื่องสุขภาพมากขึ้น จึงหันมาดูแลและตรวจสุขภาพตัวเองกันมากขึ้น โดยตลาดในภูมิภาคเอเชียตะวันออกเฉียงใต้ยังเป็นตลาดที่เติบโตมากที่สุด รองลงไป ได้แก่ ตลาดในภูมิภาคอื่นหรือประเทศพัฒนาแล้ว ซึ่งอาจเติบโตในระดับที่น้อยกว่า รวม ๆ กันแล้วถือว่าเป็นตลาดใหม่ หรือ New Demand สำหรับเรา “แม้ว่าหลาย ๆ สินค้าในกลุ่มนี้เป็นการขึ้นรูปชิ้นงานพลาสติก แต่ก็มีความแตกต่างจากการขึ้นรูปพล่าสติกสำหรับเป็นบรรจุภัณฑ์ทั่วไปที่ SCGPทำเป็นส่วนใหญ่ ดังนั้น เราจึงต้องนำความสามารถที่มีอยู่มาพัฒนาและประยุกต์ให้เหมาะสม ซึ่งก็จะเป็นการช่วยเสริมสร้างพื้นฐานเราให้เข้มแข็งยิ่งขึ้นด้วย เพราะในตลาดใหม่นี้ จะเน้นความสะอาดในสภาพการผลิต และความละเอียดแม่นยำเป็นสำคัญ ซึ่งเป็นหัวใจสำหรับบรรจุภัณฑ์อาหารต่าง ๆ ที่เราผลิตอยู่แล้วเช่นกัน นอกจากนี้ก็มีโอกาสที่เราสามารถทำให้ครบวงจรมากยิ่งขึ้น เริ่มตั้งแต่การออกแบบหน้าตา หรือรูปทรงอุปกรณ์แล้วทำแม่พิมพ์ขึ้นเอง ซึ่งความเชี่ยวชาญนี้ทำให้เราสามารถพัฒนาสินค้าร่วมกับลูกค้าได้ ตอบสนองความต้องการลูกค้าได้ดีขึ้น เช่น สมมติถ้าลูกค้าบอกว่า ตอนตรวจ ATK ช่องที่หยดน้ำยาเล็กเกินไป ต้องการให้ใหญ่ขึ้นอีกนิด อยากให้รูที่หยดเป็นวงรี ๆ ถ้าเราแค่ฉีดพลาสติกอย่างเดียว ก็จะไม่สามารถตอบสนองได้ทันที แต่ถ้าเราออกแบบและทำแม่พิมพ์เองได้ด้วยเราจะทำตัวอย่างให้ละเอียดขึ้นได้ และสามารถตอบโจทย์ลูกค้าได้ดีขึ้นและรวดเร็วขึ้น” ขยายธุรกิจสู่ยุโรป จุดเริ่มต้นสิ่งที่ยิ่งใหญ่ในอนาคต “ในยุโรปตอนนี้ SCGP มีธุรกิจที่อังกฤษ สเปน และเนเธอร์แลนด์ในอนาคตก็อาจจะมีเพิ่มขึ้นอีก สิ่งที่สัมผัสได้ในการทำงานกับต่างชาติคือ บางบริษัทที่มีบริษัทย่อยหลายแห่ง การทำงานร่วมกันเป็นทีมนั้นอาจยังมีไม่มาก เนื่องจากเขาค่อนข้างมีความเป็นตัวของตัวเองสูง เน้นความรับผิดชอบในงานของตัวเองเป็นหลัก เราจึงเอาจุดแข็งเรื่องการทำงานเป็นทีมเข้าไปช่วยเสริม เชื่อมการทำงาน รวมพลังเดินหน้าไปในทิศทางเดียวกัน “นอกจากยุโรปแล้ว เรายังส่งสินค้าไปขายในหลากหลายประเทศทั่วโลก รวมถึงตลาดขนาดใหญ่และอยู่ไกลออกไป อย่างเช่น สหรัฐอเมริกา ซึ่งเป็นสิ่งที่แสดงว่า เรามีความแข็งแกร่งของธุรกิจพอสมควรทีเดียว ฐานของเราที่ยุโรปสามารถติดต่อสื่อสารตอนเช้ากับฝั่งเอเชีย และตอนบ่ายกับฝั่งอเมริกาได้อย่างสะดวก ฉะนั้นถือเป็นฐานที่สำคัญของเราสำหรับการเดินหน้าเติบโตต่อไปในอนาคต” การเดินหน้าไปสู่เป้าหมาย ไม่ได้มีเพียงเส้นทางเดียว “พี่เปิดโอกาสให้น้องในทีมแสดงความคิดเห็น โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งความคิดเห็นที่แตกต่าง ไม่อยากให้ทุกคนฟังเพียงอย่างเดียว บางทีพี่อาจจะไม่ได้เห็นด้วยกับทีมร้อยเปอร์เซ็นต์ แต่ถ้าสิ่งนั้นไม่เสียหายและไอเดียนั้นก็ใช้ได้ พี่ก็จะลองให้ทีมเดินหน้าไปตามแบบของพวกเขา เพราะหลายอย่างไม่ได้มีแค่คำตอบเดียว นี่เป็นวิธีที่ทำให้ทีมรู้สึกถึงการมีส่วนร่วม ซึ่งเป็นสิ่งที่พี่เน้น”อีกเรื่องที่สำคัญคือ การส่งเสริมให้เกิดการเรียนรู้อยู่เสมอ เพราะเราเข้าสู่ธุรกิจที่ต้องเรียนรู้ใหม่ค่อนข้างเยอะ เป็นเรื่องปกติที่คนเราอาจทำผิดพลาดได้แต่ผิดแล้วต้องเรียนรู้ ทบทวนว่าพลาดอะไรไป หรือเรื่องในอดีตสามารถประยุกต์ใช้กับเรื่องใหม่ที่กำลังเดินหน้าได้อย่างไรบ้าง พี่ ๆ เองก็ต้องเป็นตัวอย่าง พยายามเรียนรู้ไม่หยุดเช่นเดียวกับทุกคน ไม่ว่าจะยุ่งมากแค่ไหนพี่ชอบดูว่าคนอื่นเค้ากำลังทำหรือเน้นเรื่องอะไรกันอยู่ โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งพวกที่เป็นผู้นำในตลาดโลก ต้องพยายามดู หาข้อมูลทั้งด้านตลาด ทั้งจากบทความ สรุปงานวิจัย หลักการต่าง ๆ ที่คนอื่น ๆ มีการค้นคว้าอยู่ก่อนแล้ว เพื่อให้ได้รู้ว่าจะสามารถพัฒนาไปได้ถึงไหน เพราะในหลายเรื่องเราอาจจะคิดว่าทำดื้อยู่แล้ว แต่อาจยังมีวิธีการที่ดีกว่าก็ได้ “สำหรับน้อง ๆ SCGP พี่คิดว่าธุรกิจเราสามารถเติบโตไปได้อีกมากถ้าไม่ตีกรอบตัวเองจนเกินไป จะเห็นว่าเราค่อย ๆ แผ่กิ่งก้านออกไปในธุรกิจที่อาจจะไม่ใช่ของเดิม เป็นการต่อยอดสิ่งใหม่ออกไป เราต้องพยายามเชื่อมโยงสิ่งต่าง ๆ แล้วทำให้เครือข่ายเราเข้มแข็งขึ้น ตอนนี้เรามีธุรกิจอยู่หลายที่ในภูมิภาคอาเซียน แต่ว่าที่เขารู้จักเราจริง ๆ ก็อาจจะมีอยู่ไม่กี่ตลาด พวกเราจึงต้องสร้างความเข้มข้นในตลาดอื่น ๆ ให้เป็นที่รู้จัก เป็นที่ยอมรับได้เหมือนกับตลาดในไทย ซึ่งยังมีการบ้านที่ต้องทำกันอีก อนาคตขององค์กรอยู่ที่น้อง ๆ ทุกคนนะครับ” พี่กรัณย์ฝากข้อคิดทิ้งท้าย
SCGP has built confidence in data security management and has been certified in accordance with ISO 27001:2013 standards
On July 27th, 2023, Representative of SCGP, Mr. Surasak Amawat; the Director of Technology and Digital Platforms, Mr. Thanachai Phuthanadee; IT Director, and project team, participated in the certificate ceremony for ISO 27001:2013. This certificate pertains to Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and was issued by the British Standards Institution (BSI), a pioneering member of ISO and the world’s foremost Standards Body. SCGP’s objective is to effectively enhance and uphold our technology and digital platform along with cybersecurity systems, fostering trust both within and outside our organization. This emphasizes the significance of implementing the ISO 27001:2013 standard to meet our organizational objective.