The Company believes that its long-term success depends on the contribution of each and every individual in the organization. As such, the Company is committed to providing strong development support for its worldwide affiliates and ensuring healthy work-life balance for its staff. Employee empowerment culture The Company is committed to treating our employees with fairness and respect. We believe in co-operation, teamwork and trust. We hire on the basis of ability and merit, and reward and promote on the basis of performance. The Company also recognizes that values, fairness and opportunities for continuing professional and personal development are equally important drivers for high achievers. Training and development The Company invests heavily not only in comprehensive staff training and development programs in sales and service, but also in management, planning and leadership programs addressing our people’s professional and personal development needs. Its Employee Self-Learning Program also fosters individual initiative and responsibility for development. Work-life balance The Company organizes various activities, including seminars on healthy living conducted by healthcare professionals, for its employees from time to time to help them maintain a healthy work-life balance. Various interest groups are also active in organizing different sports events or leisure activities which employees can participate at minimal or no cost.