Human resources key to Catur Yasa's growth

PT Catur Yasa has long recognized the importance of improving human resources in facilitating the efficient running of its operations.

The company's programs for training and education of employees were established 10 years ago, preceding the Indonesian government's campaign for upgrading human resources to meet the increased competitiveness of the global business market.

"One of our strengths is our human resources," says Kusumo A.M., President of Catur Yasa. "We never tire in our efforts to improve the performance of our employees."

Catur Yasa sends its workers to undergo training and education at its affiliate companies in Japan, the U.S. and Europe. Employees typically spend two to three years adjusting to the international system of business and mastering relevant technology for their work positions before returning to Indonesia.

Kusumo emphasizes that the programs are an invaluable investment for the future of his company.

"These programs allow us to keep pace with the ever-changing demands of globalization," Kusumo notes. "It is not enough to rely on what you learned in the yesteryears. Today, we need people who can communicate well on a global level. This is a challenge for Indonesia as a whole."

Objective

Catur Yasa's primary objective is not to attain huge profit margins or garner headlines in the media. Instead, the company's expansion efforts are never divorced from the goal of improving the lot of the Indonesian people through improving infrastructure and access to energy sources.

"Our company's ethical philosophy is founded on the tenet of the state ideology Pancasila which asserts that Indonesians must work together closely," says Kusumo.

Catur Yasa's unabating quest for excellence exemplifies the role it strives to play in promoting respect for the people and nation of Indonesia in the world.

"We have a saying in Indonesia which I find especially relevant," Kusumo states. "It literally translates into English as being able to both stand as tall and sit at the same level as other people. We want Indonesians to be hold their heads high in the international community as we continue to work for develop ment in our country."