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From Annual Report to AGM: The Hidden Costs of Managing Multiple Service Providers

Septus Singapore September 9, 2026

Insights From Annual Report to AGM: The Hidden Costs of Managing Multiple Service Providers Annual reporting can be a complex process. The challenge is often not the amount of work involved, but the number of people, teams and vendors involved in getting everything done. A typical annual report process may involve internal teams managing content, external designers handling the creative direction, separate vendors managing layout and production, printers handling the

Why Layout Matters in Annual Report Design: 5 Tips for a Better Annual Report

Septus Singapore August 25, 2026

Corporate Design Insights Why Layout Matters in Annual Report Design: 5 Tips for a Better Annual Report Your browser does not support the video tag. When companies think about annual report design, they often focus on the more obvious creative elements—the cover, photography, illustrations, colours and infographics. While these elements play an important role in creating an engaging report, one critical aspect is often overlooked: layout. A visually attractive annual

Beyond Digital Ballots Why E-Voting Is Transforming Shareholder Engagement

Septus Singapore August 21, 2026

Shareholder Engagement Beyond Digital Ballots: Why E-Voting Is Transforming Shareholder Engagement E-voting is more than replacing paper ballots. It can make shareholder participation simpler, faster and more transparent. For many listed companies, introducing e-voting at the AGM may seem like a simple technology upgrade. But when implemented effectively, it becomes part of a broader shareholder engagement experience that begins before the AGM and continues through the final vote. Shareholder engagement

5 Smart Ways to Build Brand Awareness and Grow Your Business

Septus Singapore July 25, 2026

InsightsBrand Strategy 5 Smart Ways to Build Brand Awareness and Grow Your Business Strong brands are not built by being everywhere. They are built by showing up clearly, consistently and meaningfully. 8 min readBranding & CommunicationsKey takeawayYour brand is built at every touchpoint. Building a strong brand takes time, but that does not mean you have to wait years before people recognise your business. The key is to be consistent,

What Do Investors Actually Read in an Annual Report?

Septus Singapore July 24, 2026

Annual Report Insights What Do Investors Actually Read in an Annual Report? Understanding how different investors navigate an annual report can help listed companies focus their content, storytelling and design efforts where they matter most. Corporate Reporting Investor Communication Annual Report Design Investor lens Different readers, different priorities Annual Report Reading Map Insights 3 Reader types Institutional Deep ESG-focused Focused Retail Scan Sections attracting attention Performance Risk & ESG Strategy

Common Annual Report Challenges and How to Avoid Them

Septus Singapore July 17, 2026

Annual Report Insights Common Annual Report Challenges and How to Avoid Them Practical best practices for creating clearer, more engaging and more credible corporate reports. Corporate Reporting Annual Report Design Planning & Preparation Corporate Report Annual Report In This Article Why Annual Reports Matter 01. Compliance-Only Reporting 02. Dense, Overloaded Content 03. Inconsistent Design How to Improve Your Report Frequently Asked Questions Beyond the Financial Statements Why Annual Reports Matter

Why Engaging a One-Stop Solution Provider for Your Annual Report & AGM Makes Strategic Sense

Septus Singapore July 7, 2026

back to all Annual Report & AGM Solutions Why Engaging a One-Stop Solution Provider for Your Annual Report & AGM Makes Strategic Sense One partner. One message. One seamless shareholder experience. For publicly listed companies and large organisations, the Annual Report (AR) and Annual General Meeting (AGM) are two of the most important milestones in the corporate calendar. While they serve different purposes, both are critical touchpoints for communicating performance,

Why Annual Report Design Matters More Than You Think

Septus Singapore December 12, 2025

The Power of Design in Annual Reports Annual Reports (ARs) are a vital communication tool that allows companies to share their yearly performance with shareholders and potential investors. Beyond financial results, they often highlight corporate values, future development plans, and key milestones achieved throughout the year. Because an Annual Report is published only once a year, it serves as a lasting record of a company’s progress and achievements for that

What Makes Your Annual Report Uplifting & Engaging

Septus Singapore November 11, 2025

Annual Report · Insights What Makes Your ANNUAL REPORT Uplifting & Engaging? November 11, 2025 Annual Report · Creative Communication Since their early beginnings, Annual Reports have evolved far beyond their original purpose as purely financial documents. Today, they serve as important communication and marketing tools for companies seeking to engage shareholders, attract investors, and connect with customers, partners and stakeholders. Like any effective marketing initiative, Annual Reports often reflect

Sustainable Ways to Host Your AGM/EGM

Septus Singapore October 10, 2025

back to all With climate change and global warming becoming a more pressing issue, people are becoming more conscious about sustainability. More companies are putting in efforts to be sustainable, making sure to reduce their carbon footprint, decreasing waste, improving energy efficiency, among others. This can be taken one step further by making any future General Meeting sustainable There are many reasons why you should consider making your meetings sustainable,

How to Tell A Story Through Your Annual Report

Septus Singapore September 9, 2025

back to all Published every year, Annual Report is a document that companies share to disclose their financial year’s operational and financial performance. Started off as a pure financial document, Annual Reports have now evolved to look more visually appealing and able to amplify the Company’s brand position and future strategies with added sections such as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) information. The key to any successful and impactful annual

Reasons Why Companies Should Adopt Electronic Polling

Septus Singapore August 8, 2025

back to all e-polling Reasons Why Companies Should Adopt Electronic Polling Your browser does not support the video tag. In this day and age, everything is being digitised. From things like e-books to online shopping, almost everything can be done from your phone, even voting. Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are usually an important event for companies. Held once every year, the AGM is a way for companies to share financial

Get Grants to Help Your Business Mitigate Impact from COVID-19

Septus Singapore August 27, 2020

Get Grants to Help Your Business Mitigate Impact from COVID-19 It seems like COVID-19 is not going to disappear any time soon. With its current ferocious outbreak around the world, most companies, big and small, have inevitably suffered catastrophic losses due to lockdown of the cities and economic standstill. To date, the Singapore Government has announced many measures to help companies cope with the weak business environment. Apart from the

5 Tips or Tricks for an Effective Virtual Meeting during COVID-19

Septus Singapore August 1, 2020

5 Tips or Tricks for an Effective Virtual Meeting during COVID-19 In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, we suppose “Virtual Meeting” is no longer a foreign word to many. With safe distancing and mask-wearing measures in place, virtual meetings are now a new norm for work discussions, webinars, webcast and even leisure chats. While having a virtual meeting, participants can easily join via a few clicks to engage and communicate

5 Reasons Your Small Business Needs A Website

Septus Singapore July 25, 2020

5 REASONS YOUR SMALL BUSINESS NEEDS A WEBSITE Want your business to be successful in today’s market, but you don’t have a website? You are losing out on huge opportunities on helping your business to grow, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic period (which nobody knows when it will disappear). Today’s more digital savvy customers may not even find you or consider your products or services as an option when they

Want to Attract More Investors & Shareholders?

Septus Singapore May 10, 2018

Innovate Your Way You Present Your Annual Report! While most businesses distribute their annual reports by printing and mailing them to shareholders, some companies are providing access to digital versions through other formats like CD-ROMs, USB flash drives, or even interactive PDF versions. Choose your delivery method based on the preference of your investors. If your shareholders are spending equal time online and offline, you may want to consider having

What These Blue-Chip Companies are Telling You in Their Annual Report

Septus Singapore November 29, 2017

What These Blue-Chip Companies are Telling You in Their Annual Report An annual report is prepared once a year (as the name suggests) and is mandatory for most organisations and a powerful tool for many. This piece of communication presents information about your organisation to various audiences, including shareholders, potential investors, customers, employees, or even your competitors. How they consume that content affects their perceptions of your business. If your

What Investors Really Want to See in Your Annual Report

Septus Singapore October 20, 2017

What Investors Really Want to See in Your Annual Report It is easy to assume that investors care only about the numbers – particularly the cash flows and financial performance, when they’re assessing a business or company. While these are important, high-quality contextual information is also crucial for them to understand your business. Adding insightful context to the numbers enables you to communicate your company’s story, not only about the

4 Things You Need to Know About a Well-Designed Annual Report

Septus Singapore September 26, 2017

Annual Report Insights 4 Things You Need to Know About a Well-Designed Annual Report A well-designed annual report turns complex corporate information into a clear, engaging and memorable story. 7 min read Annual Report Design Corporate Communications The end of the financial year often brings a rush to gather financial records, prepare disclosures and meet regulatory requirements. During this process, the importance of annual report design can easily be overlooked.