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News Mr. Jose Saez : Turns Diversity into New Work Ideas Loading Data… In the face of challenging diversity in workplaces, it is necessary to embrace differences and adapt. Mr. Jose Saez, Executive Director & Advisor of Deltalab, who is based in Spain’s Barcelona, is with Passionate Experiences today to share how he has excelled in a multicultural environment. Mr. Jose has found no problem working with people whose mother languages are different and are always six hours apart. “My key role is to support SCGP and our team in Spain so that they can connect and collaborate smoothly. My contributions have facilitated management, strategic planning, and direction for our common goals and directions with collaborations and maximum synergy. “Today, marketing is not at all easy. It’s very challenging because in the post COVID-19 pandemic period, Russia-Ukraine War has erupted. In the past year, the cost of raw materials has risen significantly. Transportation has also become harder to handle. Despite these many challenges, we have been driving up our sales. Our mission can be successful if we look ahead. Don’t think just about today or tomorrow. We must foresee what our business will be like in the next five years to pave the way for efficient strategy formulation. With SCGP by our side, I believe we will always stay competitive.” DIVERSITY PAVES THE WAY FOR NEW IDEAS “Working in diverse environments is not something new to me. After investing in Deltalab in 2007, I have acquired many other businesses in various locations to drive our business growth. So, I have managed companies in Madrid, Valencia, and Murcia as well. Spain is a small country and very diverse in terms of languages and cultures. Based in Barcelona, I speak Catalan. People in Madrid, meanwhile, speak Spanish. In my view, diversity is a good thing for the company because it has spawned the development of new things. Partnering with SCGP adds to diversity. It is a blend that fosters new ideas and brings in new perspectives. I am confident that the partnership will enable us to achieve sustainable growth. “I am impressed with SCGP because SCGP always believes in the value of everyone. At every meeting, things go smoothly because there is a strong emphasis on mutual respect, acceptance of diversity, and readiness to listen. Such culture is useful to the pursuit of our goals. “To me, passion is important to both work and personal life. Deltalab has been my passion for more than 16 years already. When we work on something we are passionate about, we will excel. So, when we embrace passion in our living, that counts too. Passion is not just about work. It’s also about families and friends. We can even share passions with people around us. Related Contents Loading Data…

ข่าว SCGP x THINKK Studio – Design Talks “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value Loading Data… Recently, SCGP and THINKK Studio hold a Design Talks webinar called “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value on July 23, 2022, to address the commitment to excellence in business under the concept of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Circular Economy. SCGP always concentrates on natural resource reduction, the use of biodegradable materials, and the reuse of resources. Upcycle is one of SCGP concept that waste materials are recycled through a design and innovation process to prolong the material life cycle and create new products which are both distinctive and value-added.   To represent the reinforcement of the community enterprise development projects, SCGP held a workshop in which the community enterprises in the field of handicrafts and students of design and materials science can share new ideas and create an invention from SCGP’s waste materials. Moreover, THINKK Studio, a Thai design studio, came to support them in the design thinking process and waste development.   Mr. Decha Archjananun, Creative Director and Co-Founder of THINKK Studio, told about the studio’s diverse work from interior design, and furniture design to the experiment with a variety of materials. It, therefore, became a source of interest in the value-added of natural wasted.   For example, ‘City Materials’ project that the team created a new invention by selecting 6 waste materials in Bangkok including plastic bags, coffee grounds, construction waste, incense sticks, government lottery paper, and scrap wood from cutting branches.   ‘DEWA & DEWI 2021’, was the idea to create furniture such as student desk sets by using waste materials from entrepreneurs in the industry and agriculture. The design was considered by prolongation and cost-effectiveness of using natural resources.   At the recent “TRANSFORMATION” Waste to Value workshop, Ms. Jarawee Thongboonruang, Project Coordinator, Mr. Phattharakorn Maneesilawong and Ms. Satita Saengsawat, Junior Furniture and Product Designer of THINKK Studio, shared the process of thinking, experiment and design on the transformation of 4 types of scrap materials as SCGP provided including Paper Bands, recycled plastic ropes from the blowing process of plastic bottles, plastic straws, and crushed recycled plastic.   The designers started by investigating the different properties of materials such as the Paper Band and recycled plastic ropes, which are suitable for forming by weaving and polishing in Thai handicraft styles. The cylindrical plastic tube was proper for a comfortable grip. Crushed plastic was supposed to be melted into a template and formed like a plate with a durable surface.   Ultimately, THINKK Studio formed 6 products from waste materials with different properties that we could use in our daily life: vase, lamp, handbag, tray, fan and tote bag. All participants in this workshop followed the instruction for these experiments afterward.   The workshop generated more engagement among the community enterprises and students to let them bring the waste plastic bags to the heating process until they come out in thin sheets. These sheets became decorations with colourful and unique designs.   Mr. Decha stated that the value added of waste materials began at the elementary level for individuals, such as using simple handicraft skills to make waste or household waste last longer. From the individual level extended to the community level where waste disposal and collection, waste processing must be considered.   Furthermore, waste development at the industrial level has required collaboration with a network of the private sectors, government and research agencies because the significant thing is how to redesign waste material as effective as a new design and conform to the consumer lifestyle.   Reviving the waste material through value-added may depend on the attitude and creativity of designers to foresee the result and determine how the product will be enhanced throughout the process of thought, touch and experiment with the possibilities of invention without any limitations.   As THINKK Studio experimented with SCGP waste materials in this workshop which is more successful since we received many good feedbacks from participants. It is such a place providing opportunities to share creative perspectives and skills among students and community enterprises, who specialize in exquisite craftsmanship as the original capital.   Lastly, it assured that all parties were inspired to develop their inventions. Upcycling notion should not manifest as a temporary trend but it is the key variable that will drive the future direction of product design with environment concerns. เนื้อหาที่เกี่ยวข้อง Loading Data…

News SCGP PROMOTES ESG VIA PAPER DISPLAYS AT APEC 2022 THAILAND Loading Data… SCGP has brought ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) concept to the next level by developing Green-Meeting displays from recycled paper for APEC 2022 Thailand. While exhibitions need pleasant booths and displays, the use of new materials threatens to exacerbate global warming. Recognizing this fact, SCGP promotes resource efficiency through Reuse, Reduce, and Recycle principle. Made of recycled paper, Green-Meeting displays are parts of the promotion. Durable and environmentally friendly, they are in the forms of arched entrance, backdrops, podiums, PR materials, and bins. At the end of an exhibition, such displays can be turned into boxes for participants to carry something out of the venue. SCGP has also had knowhow to turn paper booths into eco-friendly shelves for schools in need. Innovative paper-based exhibition displays underline the power of creativity. Thanks to creative designs, paper acquires boundless potential, durability, functionality, impressive flair, and ability to take care of the planet. Benefits of Paper Displays Lightweight Easy-to-move around Faster to install (saving installation time by two folds when compared with traditional displays) Beautiful design Usable throughout the year or up to 14 times News Release Download Related Contents Loading Data…

News “POWER OF EMPATHY” CARING ACT CONNECTS SCGP WITH COMMUNITIES Loading Data… Happy co-existence with communities is one of SCGP’s main goals. All its plants, therefore, have operated with locals in their mind. Benyapa “Ni” Payompluk, CSR Officer of Siam Kraft Industry Company Limited, Wangsala Plant, has recently taken Passionate Experiences team with her on her recent trips to show what her Passion and Mindset do for communities in the plant’s neighborhood. “As I have worked in this position for 30 years already, I am quite close to locals. Under my care are 55 villages within the 5-kilometer radius from the plant,” she revealed. “My job is about familiarizing with locals, their way of life, and traditions. I have observed them to identify their needs and expectations so that SCGP can play a proper role in their communities. We seek to help where we can and engage them in activities that are useful to them in hopes of making them happy. “The key challenge is that there is no fixed success recipe. I cannot tell what will happen next. So, I must be ready to tackle whatever. ‘Empathy’ is crucial to my work. Only when I put myself in locals’ shoes, I can know what they really want. When we understand all stakeholders, our operations will be smooth. My Mindset complies with SCGP’s Our Act and supports its success. “On Passion, I am an energetic type. I am keen to work every single day. I always work like I am the firm’s owner and stakeholders are my customers. I give my all to every ask I am assigned to. After working to the fullest of my abilities, I also look for good things about every task I have completed. That’s when I can notice that my efforts really contribute to the successful operation.” Occupational promotion ranks among activities SCGP has conducted for communities. On this front, SCGP, for example, promotes “Paper Band” for communities’ economic, social, and environmental benefits. As part of the promotion, scrap materials from SCGP manufacturing operations become raw materials for woven products. As local wisdom blends with paper bands, distinct products are developed and launched into markets. In 2019, these products generated sales of over 1 million baht. “We started this initiative after we considered how to make good use of scrap materials. The initiative represents a collaboration that has brought good ideas forward and communities closer. Handicrafts from the initiative are functional and get good response from the market. Under this collaboration, locals put in physical energy while SCGP puts forward raw materials. Now, we also plan to introduce locals to new fashions so that they can develop products further, such as colorful and contemporary touch and appeal to more customers. Related Contents Loading Data…

PAITOON PAPER BOX GROWS SUSTAINABLY WITH QUALITIES & STANDARDS   “Paitoon Paper Box” materialized after its founder decided to accept a senior figure’s invitation to step into the packaging industry. Throughout its journey, the company has pursued constant learning and development for the purposes of upholding quality and upgrading its business operations. Today, its founder’s son Mr. Puniapon Muangsiri serves as its Managing Director. Taking up the torch now, this top executive is here to talk about his company’s establishment and guiding principles in the face of changing situations.   LEARNING IS BEGINNING   “Our company was founded around 1978 after a senior figure invited my dad to do a packaging business together. He intended to set up a small plant in Bang Bon and trusted in my dad’s abilities and machinery expertise. In the beginning, the plant hired just three workers. My dad, who used to work in other businesses, learnt how to make various types of corrugated boxes from that senior figure himself.    “After a while, a customer told my dad that purchase volume would increase by about 10 folds. My dad grasped that opportunity by quickly installing more machines to fulfill the growing purchase orders. Thanks to bigger capacity and production volume, we had more bargaining power in raw-material sourcing. We therefore could lower costs significantly, paving the way for our business to grow further. In 1996, our business expansion focused on Backward Integration. In other words, we started producing corrugated cardboards ourselves to save time and cost. We have since been able to handle urgent jobs and answer customers’ needs with greater efficiency. Moreover, we have imported, distributed, and installed packaging-production machines too because we have had solid experience and expertise in the field. About 99 percent of our machines come from Japan. We have installed and maintained them on our own.”     GROWING WITH QUALITIES & STANDARDS   Today, Mr. Punjapon has taken over the company from his father. The business environment now is far different from what it was more than 40 years ago, though. In his view, qualities and standards are key factors for the company’s further growth.   “Unlike in the past, we now have to study international standards and practices to upgrade our business and standing, as well as support environmental & social care. Our raw materials and production process must be friendly to the environment. Currently, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is there to certify which materials come from manmade forests. International labor laws also govern where to source materials. It is therefore necessary that our human-resource development is good enough to ensure that our workforce can deal with emerging changes. Only when we are able to adapt efficiently, can we maintain customers’ trust. We need to assure our customers that we are always ready to deliver quality products and meet the latest standards. The quality of our products is controlled by labs with moisture and temperature control to ensure full compliance with customers’ requirements.   “We have been learning and adjusting all the time. During the past five years, our approach has worked great and driven our business growth well. We therefore intend to keep up this standard. This way, we should be able to meet the needs of even the most demanding customers. We will keep up with ongoing trends even though we may need to shoulder more expenses.”   BUSINESS UPGRADE WITH RIGHT PARTNERS   “I would like to thank SCGP for its constant support. When we started producing corrugated cardboards, SCGP helped us with raw materials that had good quality and came with a very reasonable price tag. Thanks to its support, our business has been growing. When we develop key projects with our major customers that require FSC CoC (Chain of Custody) certifications,SCGP provides us with solutions. Not only that SCGP delivers quality paper, but it always has enough supply to fulfill our demand. The company has delivered all goods without failure even during the COVID-19 crisis.   “Our customers now place a strong emphasis on resource efficiency. So, we have done lots of homework to respond to their demand. Through our collaboration with SCGP, we can curb paper consumption by 15 percent without compromising quality. We have produced such products for five consecutive years now.   “Moreover, I am impressed with SCGP’s sales and technical teams. They always tend to our needs, be they about quality, specific requirements, or improvements. They conduct analyses, provide information, and follow up with feedback to help us solve customers’ pain points and deliver increasingly better products. In the future, we will expand our production to Corner Protection guards, Duplex, and various other products in response to our customers’ changing needs. We will together partner with SCGP for sustainable growth.”    

News WELCOME CHALLENGES AND CHANGES Loading Data… WELCOME CHALLENGES AND CHANGES Kasinee Thitiwutthisakul Senior Researcher, Innovation and Product Development Center Numerous SCGP’s products, services and solutions are created and developed through technological innovation. Not only that they answer customers’ needs but they also pave way for SCGP’s sustainable growth. Behind SCGP’s various innovations, several teams are involved including researchers. One of them is here to share their mindset and inspirations, which enable them to have fun inventing new things and driving SCGP forward. “I am a researcher, who is in charge of executing innovation strategy and creating more business opportunities by expanding our core competencies in Nanotechnology. Many of you may be familiar with SCGP’s nanocellulose, which has already been applied to several commercial use cases. “To develop technology and create innovation, it should be presented as a solution, and it is necessary that we perceive overall picture along value chain. We need to consider customer’s needs as well as technical and business feasibility to create differentiation and link across the entire value chain. “The first challenge to implement innovation based on our breakthrough technology is related to scalability for industrial purposes. Since it is a newly developed approach, handful of people have had experience in the field as well as less information from external sources for our specific purposes. This means we can only enhance our team’s capabilities. We need to learn more and act fast. Another challenge is to create a New Solution in response to customers’ latent needs, and add value through sustainable future for all. When we acquire Customer Insight, we will understand comprehensive picture of customers and market, so that we will stay ahead of the competition. Allowing us to provide solutions with assured means of meeting or even exceeding customer’s expectation in both functional and emotional aspects.” Under current framework for the challenges, we have faced BANI (Brittle / Anxious / Non-linear / Incomprehensible) world, where many uncertainties and main global challenges in economic and social outlook are on the rise. As SCGP has expanded our business both in Thailand and overseas, we should be persistent with continuous learning and expanding our skills to keep up with emerging development. Furthermore, we should be open-minded and embrace more global perspectives. It is important to shift ourselves with “Welcome Challenges and Changes” mindset. “In my opinion, innovation should focus on creating a better world through sustainable development. My research thus focuses on three aspects: In the environmental aspect, our solution should lead to achieving maximum resource efficiency with minimizing energy usage; In the social aspect, our solution should deliver a better quality of life, which is beneficial for customers and future for all. In the organizational aspect, our solution should support our firm’s sustainable growth. “Driven by passion, I am keen on learning new things besides preparing myself for what’s next and challenge what’s possible. Within SCGP culture and ecosystem of innovation, it is a great opportunity to develop a T-shaped capabilities, becoming an expert in particular field with the ability to collaborate with experts in other disciplines. This is a kind of joy and passion in my career, where I am allowed for learning, adapting and growing to create a next chapter of me on a continued basis.” Related Contents Loading Data…