Best Efmal Podcasts (2024)

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Ports acting as a catalyst for development in Malaysia's southern Johor state 6:16

7y ago6:16

6:16

The economy of the Malaysian state of Johor is thriving. A large portion of Johor’s economic activity is facilitated by the maritime transportation sector. Johor Port, the busiest of the state's ports, has made a major contibution to overall development. Johor Port's expansion plans will ensure it is central to the continued growth of the southern …

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ICANN CEO Fadi Chehade on the importance of maintaining one Internet 3:38

8y ago3:38

3:38

Fadi Chehadé is the President and CEO of ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the importance of maintaining one Internet and where the pressures to fragment the Internet are coming from.By The Prospect Group

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Japanese-Malaysian bilateral relationship continues to strengthen, more FDI opportunities sought 4:15

8y ago4:15

4:15

Dr. Makio Miyagawa is the Japanese ambassador to Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Japan, FDI opportunities, and how Malaysia can be a gateway to Islamic nation markets for Japanese companies.By The Prospect Group

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Japanese-Malaysian bilateral relationship continues to strengthen, more FDI opportunities sought 4:15

8y ago4:15

4:15

Dr. Makio Miyagawa is the Japanese ambassador to Malaysia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Japan, FDI opportunities, and how Malaysia can be a gateway to Islamic nation markets for Japanese companies.By The Prospect Group

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Future tech opportunities will need networks with high bandwidth and low latency says Magyar Telekom CEO 4:14

8y ago4:14

4:14

Chris Mattheisen is the CEO of Magyar Telekom, the largest telecommunications company in Hungary. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the telecom sector in Hungary, e-commerce opportunities, and preparing for unforeseen opportunities in the future.By The Prospect Group

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ITU Secretary General Houlin Zhao on the social and economic impact of technology 6:14

8y ago6:14

6:14

Houlin Zhao is the Secretary General of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), a UN agency specialized in information and telecommunication technologies. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the global ICT penetration, the importance of ICT to economic development, and the role ICT plays in meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal…

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Pakistan addressing ICT infrastructure deficit as software exports reach $2.8bn 5:45

8y ago5:45

5:45

Anusha Rahman Khan is Pakistan’s Minister of State for Information Technology & Telecom. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the steps Pakistan is taking to spread connectivity across the country, the new telecom policy framework, and the scope of software development and exports coming out of Pakistan.…

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Magyar Telekom CEO Chris Mattheisen on building network infrastructure & growing ARPU 4:24

8+ y ago4:24

4:24

Chris Mattheisen is the CEO of Magyar Telekom, the largest telecommunications company in Hungary. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Magyar Telekom’s network buildout, telecom competition in Hungary, and what the company is doing to grow ARPU.By The Prospect Group

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ICANN CEO Fadi Chehade on Internet governance & balancing security, innovation, and privacy 3:58

8+ y ago3:58

3:58

Fadi Chehadé is the President and CEO of ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic impact of the digital sector, Internet governance, and finding the balance between security, innovation, and privacy online.By The Prospect Group

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ANACOM Chair Fatima Barros on telecoms in Portugal & getting ready for the Internet of Things 6:21

8+ y ago6:21

6:21

Fátima Barros is the Chair of the Board of Directors of ANACOM (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações), the national regulatory authority for communications in Portugal. She is also the 2015 Chair of BEREC, the Body of European Regulators of Electronic Communications. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the telecom landscape in Portugal, getting …

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Afghanistan has 80% mobile penetration & 3 million Internet users, rolling out open access policy says Minister 4:22

8+ y ago4:22

4:22

Abdul Razaq Vahidi is the Minister of Communication and Information Technology of Afghanistan. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the current state of the ICT sector in Afghanistan, the government’s top three policy priorities, and roll out of the open access policy the government hopes will attract foreign investors.…

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Azerbaijan’s Minister of Communications Ali Abbasov on building up a regional ICT hub 3:36

8+ y ago3:36

3:36

Ali Abbasov in the Minister of Communications and High Technology of Azerbaijan. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the government’s efforts to make Azerbaijan into a regional ICT hub, ICT infrastructure development, and the push toward a fully digitized economic environment.By The Prospect Group

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CreditBPO Founder & CEO Lia Francisco on how credit ratings can increase access to bank loans & financing for SMEs 6:43

9y ago6:43

6:43

Lia Francisco is the Founder & CEO of CreditBPO, which leverages information technology to improve the visibility, operational efficiency, and credit worthiness of SMEs in the Philippines. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the vision behind CreditBPO and its SME Credit Rating Report, access to credit and bank loans for small businesses, and w…

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Philippine Chamber President on the Philippines growth story & upcoming ASEAN integration 3:35

9y ago3:35

3:35

Alfredo M. Yao is the President of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PCCI), the voice of business in the Philippines. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the upcoming economic integration of ASEAN countries, the Philippines growth story, and potential for the future.By The Prospect Group

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Quantum Hotels & Resorts President on tourism and the hotel industry in the Philippines 4:55

9y ago4:55

4:55

John Cole is the President of Quantum Hotels and Resorts. He spoke with The Prospect Group about tourism in the Philippines, the hotel industry in the Makati area of Metro Manila, and the One Pacific Place property.By The Prospect Group

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Evercore Asia Chairman Stephen CuUnjieng on the Philippines & ASEAN competitiveness 4:57

9y ago4:57

4:57

Stephen CuUnjieng is the Chairman of Evercore Asia, a premier independent investment banking advisory firm. He spoke with The Prospect Group about today’s economic realities, ASEAN competitiveness, and his macroeconomic outlook for the Philippines and the region.By The Prospect Group

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Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad on ASEAN trade, the future of Proton & 1MDB 5:49

9y ago5:49

5:49

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He currently chairs Malaysian car manufacturer Proton. He spoke with The Prospect Group about hot-button economic issues: ASEAN trade, the future of Proton, and 1MDB.By The Prospect Group

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Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad on ASEAN trade, the future of Proton & 1MDB 5:49

9y ago5:49

5:49

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He currently chairs Malaysian car manufacturer Proton. He spoke with The Prospect Group about hot-button economic issues: ASEAN trade, the future of Proton, and 1MDB.By The Prospect Group

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Thailand improving broadcast & telecommunication infrastructure, transitioning to digital era 6:17

9y ago6:17

6:17

Thailand has taken systemic measures to improve broadcasting and telecommunications infrastructure. The ongoing move to digital television is expected to have a $3bn economic impact. Mobile data consumption is growing and the transition to 4G presents new opportunities for operators, services providers, and the technology industry.…

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AJ Pharma Holdings MD Dr. Tabassum Khan on halal vaccines 7:25

9y ago7:25

7:25

Dr. Tabassum Khan is the Managing Director of AJ Pharma Holding, an initiative of the Aljomaih Group of Saudi Arabia established to focus on investments in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors in Malaysia and the surrounding region. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic and social benefits of being vaccination independent, what ha…

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AJ Pharma Holdings MD Dr. Tabassum Khan on halal vaccines 7:25

9y ago7:25

7:25

Dr. Tabassum Khan is the Managing Director of AJ Pharma Holding, an initiative of the Aljomaih Group of Saudi Arabia established to focus on investments in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors in Malaysia and the surrounding region. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic and social benefits of being vaccination independent, what ha…

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BiotechCorp CEO Mohd Nazlee Kamal on Malaysia’s biotech industry 4:39

9y ago4:39

4:39

Dato' Dr. Mohd Nazlee Kamal is the CEO of the Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation (BiotechCorp), an organization tasked with driving the country’s biotech industry. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s biotech industry, opportunities and initiatives in the Halal and Islamic economy, and replicating Malaysia’s bio-economy model elsewher…

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BiotechCorp CEO Mohd Nazlee Kamal on Malaysia’s biotech industry 4:39

9y ago4:39

4:39

Dato' Dr. Mohd Nazlee Kamal is the CEO of the Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation (BiotechCorp), an organization tasked with driving the country’s biotech industry. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s biotech industry, opportunities and initiatives in the Halal and Islamic economy, and replicating Malaysia’s bio-economy model elsewher…

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WIEF Chairman Tun Musa Hitam on partnership and where Malaysia stands today 6:38

9+ y ago6:38

6:38

Tuna Musa Hitam is a politician, businessman, and former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia. He currently chairs the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the 10th annual WIEF that took place in Dubai, innovation in Islamic finance and business, and what Malaysia has to offer.…

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WIEF Chairman Tun Musa Hitam on partnership and where Malaysia stands today 6:38

9+ y ago6:38

6:38

Tuna Musa Hitam is a politician, businessman, and former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia. He currently chairs the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the 10th annual WIEF that took place in Dubai, innovation in Islamic finance and business, and what Malaysia has to offer.…

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Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad on the way forward for Malaysia 5:30

9+ y ago5:30

5:30

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He spoke with The Prospect Group about economic growth and development in Malaysia, the education system, and his future outlook for the country.By The Prospect Group

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Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad on the way forward for Malaysia 5:30

9+ y ago5:30

5:30

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He spoke with The Prospect Group about economic growth and development in Malaysia, the education system, and his future outlook for the country.By The Prospect Group

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Securities Commission of Malaysia's Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail on the third sector 4:48

9+ y ago4:48

4:48

Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail is a Member of the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission of Malaysia and the recipient of the 2014 Royal Award for Islamic Finance. He spoke with The Prospect Group about measuring progress and success in Islamic finance, how Shariah advisory councils function, and the need to develop the third secto…

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Securities Commission of Malaysia's Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail on the third sector 4:48

9+ y ago4:48

4:48

Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail is a Member of the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission of Malaysia and the recipient of the 2014 Royal Award for Islamic Finance. He spoke with The Prospect Group about measuring progress and success in Islamic finance, how Shariah advisory councils function, and the need to develop the third secto…

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Hong Leong Islamic Bank CEO on pitching the concept of Islamic banking to a global audience 4:59

9+ y ago4:59

4:59

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about bringing the concept and principles of Islamic banking to a mainstream global audience.By The Prospect Group

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Hong Leong Islamic Bank CEO on pitching the concept of Islamic banking to a global audience 4:59

9+ y ago4:59

4:59

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about bringing the concept and principles of Islamic banking to a mainstream global audience.By The Prospect Group

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WIEF Young Leaders Network Chairman Ebrahim Patel on supporting young leaders 6:08

9+ y ago6:08

6:08

Ebrahim Patel is the Chairman of the WIEF Young Leaders Network, a global platform connecting young leaders from across the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the WIEF Young Leaders Network and the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF).By The Prospect Group

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WIEF Young Leaders Network Chairman Ebrahim Patel on supporting young leaders 6:08

9+ y ago6:08

6:08

Ebrahim Patel is the Chairman of the WIEF Young Leaders Network, a global platform connecting young leaders from across the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the WIEF Young Leaders Network and the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF).By The Prospect Group

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Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI) on raising Malaysia’s profile in the world 5:56

9+ y ago5:56

5:56

Y.B. Dato' Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed is Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI). He spoke with The Prospect Group about promoting investment in Malaysia, supporting the Islamic economy, and reaching the country’s 2020 goals.By The Prospect Group

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Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI) on raising Malaysia’s profile in the world 5:56

9+ y ago5:56

5:56

Y.B. Dato' Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed is Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI). He spoke with The Prospect Group about promoting investment in Malaysia, supporting the Islamic economy, and reaching the country’s 2020 goals.By The Prospect Group

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Maybank Islamic Bank CEO Muzaffar Hisham on Islamic financial services in Malaysia and beyond 5:36

9+ y ago5:36

5:36

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank, the third largest Islamic bank in the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Maybank’s role in Islamic financial services, his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, and how the Islamic financial model in alleviating shocks.By The Prospect Group

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Maybank Islamic Bank CEO Muzaffar Hisham on Islamic financial services in Malaysia and beyond 5:36

9+ y ago5:36

5:36

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank, the third largest Islamic bank in the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Maybank’s role in Islamic financial services, his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, and how the Islamic financial model in alleviating shocks.By The Prospect Group

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Hong Leong Islamic Bank CEO on the banks activities & Malaysia’s Islamic financial services sector 6:24

9+ y ago6:24

6:24

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about Hong Leong Islamic Bank’s activities in Malaysia, the state of Malaysia's financial system, and her outlook for sukuk issuance.By The Prospect Group

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Hong Leong Islamic Bank CEO on the banks activities & Malaysia’s Islamic financial services sector 6:24

9+ y ago6:24

6:24

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about Hong Leong Islamic Bank’s activities in Malaysia, the state of Malaysia's financial system, and her outlook for sukuk issuance.By The Prospect Group

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Maybank Islamic Bank CEO Muzaffar Hisham on the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) 5:01

9+ y ago5:01

5:01

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank. He spoke with The Prospect Group about his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, the theme of the 10th annual WIEF, and the most important topics he thinks should be addressed at the 10th WIEF in Dubai.By The Prospect Group

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Maybank Islamic Bank CEO Muzaffar Hisham on the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) 5:01

9+ y ago5:01

5:01

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank. He spoke with The Prospect Group about his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, the theme of the 10th annual WIEF, and the most important topics he thinks should be addressed at the 10th WIEF in Dubai.By The Prospect Group

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Dato’ Dr. Norraesah Mohamad on the WIEF Businesswomen Network 5:29

9+ y ago5:29

5:29

Dato’ Dr. Norraesah Mohamad is the Chairman of the WIEF Businesswomen Network (WBN) and a Member of the Board of Trustees of the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the WBN, empowering women globally, and how female perspective is an imperative in business.By The Prospect Group

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Dato’ Dr. Norraesah Mohamad on the WIEF Businesswomen Network 5:29

9+ y ago5:29

5:29

Dato’ Dr. Norraesah Mohamad is the Chairman of the WIEF Businesswomen Network (WBN) and a Member of the Board of Trustees of the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the WBN, empowering women globally, and how female perspective is an imperative in business.By The Prospect Group

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WIEF Foundation Advisor Raja Teh Maimunah on Islamic finance as a catalyst for global growth 5:51

9+ y ago5:51

5:51

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank and an Advisor for Islamic banking and finance to the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about her role with the WIEF Foundation, how Islamic finance is a catalyst for economic growth, and her outlook for the Islamic banking and financial service sector.…

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WIEF Foundation Advisor Raja Teh Maimunah on Islamic finance as a catalyst for global growth 5:51

9+ y ago5:51

5:51

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank and an Advisor for Islamic banking and finance to the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about her role with the WIEF Foundation, how Islamic finance is a catalyst for economic growth, and her outlook for the Islamic banking and financial service sector.…

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WIEF Education Trust Chairman on socializing education 5:26

9+ y ago5:26

5:26

Tan Sri Dr. Wan Mohd Zahid Mohd Noordin is the Chairman of the WIEF Education Trust, a part of the World Islamic Economic Forum Foundation. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the purpose of the WIEF Education Trust (WET), the activities WET is involved in, and socializing education.By The Prospect Group

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WIEF Education Trust Chairman on socializing education 5:26

9+ y ago5:26

5:26

Tan Sri Dr. Wan Mohd Zahid Mohd Noordin is the Chairman of the WIEF Education Trust, a part of the World Islamic Economic Forum Foundation. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the purpose of the WIEF Education Trust (WET), the activities WET is involved in, and socializing education.By The Prospect Group

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Giga Car Terminals COO on Malaysia's automotive distribution industry 4:26

9+ y ago4:26

4:26

Captain Hairi Ho is the COO of Giga Car Terminals, part of the Giga Shipping group. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the land side of automotive logistics, the current capacity for vehicles that the ports in Malaysia can handle, and the employment of new technology.By The Prospect Group

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Giga Car Terminals COO on Malaysia's automotive distribution industry 4:26

9+ y ago4:26

4:26

Captain Hairi Ho is the COO of Giga Car Terminals, part of the Giga Shipping group. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the land side of automotive logistics, the current capacity for vehicles that the ports in Malaysia can handle, and the employment of new technology.By The Prospect Group

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Nexus Mega Carriers CEO on vehicle shipment in Peninsular Malaysia & East Malaysia 4:36

9+ y ago4:36

4:36

Raymond Wong is the CEO of Nexus Mega Carriers, part of the Giga Shipping group, which manages the shipment of vehicles from ports to clients. He spoke with The Prospect Group about remaining competitive in Malaysia, increasing fleet size, and using new technology to be more efficient.By The Prospect Group

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