AstraZeneca Vietnam - 30 years and future development strategy

Mr. Atul Tandon - General Director of AstraZeneca Vietnam, shared about the company's strategies in 3 decades of accompanying the Vietnamese healthcare industry.

Mr. Atul Tandon - General Director of AstraZeneca Vietnam - Photo: AstraZeneca Vietnam

* Can you share about the factors that have helped the company develop in Vietnam?

Mr. Atul Tandon : We are very proud of the values ​​that the company has been promoting for the past 30 years in Vietnam. Our pioneering role is not only reflected in breakthroughs in science and technology but also in the way we approach people and communities.

We understand that to develop sustainably and continue to create positive impacts, the key factor will not only be the advanced medicines and treatments we bring, but the human factor - the company's internal strength - is the core point.

With human values, creative spirit, and commitment of the team, the company has maintained its strong growth as it is today.

We are committed to providing innovative medical solutions, improving the quality of treatment and enhancing the quality of life for patients through many initiatives: promoting research and development through many important clinical research projects in Vietnam, helping to bring the latest treatments to patients in the shortest time.

In addition, AstraZeneca also actively implements activities to raise awareness and early screening for non-communicable diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, etc. Thereby, helping to better manage and treat diseases, reducing the burden of disease for patients and the health system.

In addition, the company also promotes cooperation with the Ministry of Health, hospitals, and professional organizations to improve the capacity of Vietnam's medical human resources, building a solid foundation for sustainable development.

We believe that scientific leadership and social responsibility are inseparable.

We are not only focused on developing and delivering medicines and treatments, but are also committed to sustainable development activities such as improving the way we operate and manufacture to minimize our environmental impact, promoting the use of renewable energy and many other activities to achieve our commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030.

By combining these two elements, AstraZeneca not only contributes to the development of the healthcare industry but also contributes to building a healthy and sustainable society.

* How does this connect to the "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Vietnam" title that the company has just been recognized for?

Mr. Atul Tandon : Being continuously honored in the title of "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Vietnam" is a great pride for us. We consider this the result of the tireless efforts of the company's leaders and staff in building a professional, dynamic and humane working environment.

We believe that a company's success in pioneering science and fulfilling its social responsibilities is the result of an inspiring work environment where employees have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies and contribute to meaningful projects.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where people from different cultures, genders and backgrounds are respected and given opportunities to grow. We believe that the power of diversity brings new and more creative perspectives, thereby promoting business performance.

AstraZeneca's corporate culture always values ​​people and promotes diversity to promote creativity and development - Photo: AstraZeneca Vietnam

Open exchanges between company leaders and employees are also implemented so that we can share the company's orientations with you in a more specific way, listen to your contributions to build a positive, creative company culture and a solid foundation for employees to develop themselves and build their careers.

* How is the company's global corporate culture different from its development in Vietnam?

Mr. Atul Tandon : AstraZeneca is a company with a long history and a strong heritage from Sweden and the UK.

When operating in Vietnam, we have made appropriate adjustments to ensure that our corporate culture both inherits core values ​​and respects and integrates with the Vietnamese working culture. That is also one of the secrets to the company's success on its 30-year journey in Vietnam.

Along with applying scientific and technological advances from around the world, the company always upholds core values ​​such as innovation based on science, focusing on serving patients, business ethics, and working spirit as an entrepreneur. These values ​​are the foundation to become one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

Mr. Atul Tandon speaks at the Non-Communicable Disease Prevention Communication Day organized by AstraZeneca Vietnam in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) and Plan International Vietnam in Hanoi - Photo: AstraZeneca Vietnam

In the past year, many policies implemented in Vietnam for employees are a combination of learning global policies and listening to the needs of Vietnamese employees, especially young people Gen Y, Z who make up a fairly high proportion in the company, such as implementing AI in work to help employees work more effectively and productively, insurance policies for companions, flexible work programs, sports programs for employees...

Over the past three decades, we are proud of our role and contribution in Vietnam to the development of the healthcare industry with pioneering and positively influential collaborations and programs.

Mr. Atul Tandon at the signing ceremony of cooperation between Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy and AstraZeneca to promote the development of medical training and enhance scientific research capacity in the period 2024-2028 - Photo: AstraZeneca Vietnam.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/astrazeneca-viet-nam-30-nam-va-chien-luoc-phat-trien-tuong-lai-20241206125901397.htm