Building corporate culture: The foundation for sustainable development

Dong Nai currently has 57 industrial zones hosting thousands of domestic and foreign enterprises engaged in production and business activities. The diversity of industries, cultures, and nationalities among the workforce creates a dynamic production environment but also places high demands on building corporate culture to ensure sustainable development.

Employees of Pou Phong Vietnam Co., Ltd. (in An Vien commune) always display the national flag at their workstations on major national holidays. Photo: Nguyen Hoa

In particular, amid labor competition and the trend of digital transformation, many enterprises in Dong Nai have recognized that corporate culture is not only a tool to foster cohesion and build the company’s brand but also a decisive factor in productivity and product quality.

Creating a united work environment

At Lixil Vietnam Global Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Long Duc Industrial Zone, Binh An commune), it is easy to feel the united working atmosphere and compliance with the workplace rules and regulations of the employees. Notably, the working style and code of conduct, from management staff to workers, reflect openness and friendliness. Right at the company entrance, partners visiting the site are warmly welcomed by employees and company leaders alike. This culture of behavior has created a civilized and friendly work environment for all employees.

Lixil, a leading Japanese corporation in building materials and home equipment, operates in dozens of countries worldwide. In 2014, Lixil invested 450 million USD to build a factory in Dong Nai. This facility has been recognized for its outstanding operational efficiency and high profitability for the Lixil Group. As a result, in addition to fully implementing employee policies, the company has created a culturally rich work environment where employees feel secure to stick together, contribute, and create quality products.

Le Van Thao, a worker at Lixil Vietnam Global Manufacturing Co., Ltd., said that the modern working environment, ensuring occupational safety and hygiene, has helped him learn many new things to work more and more professionally.

"Here, we don’t just work to earn an income; we are also trained in code of conduct, encouraged to greet colleagues at all times, and participate in cultural activities that enrich our spiritual life. In addition, we take part in programs supporting colleagues in difficult circumstances and assist new workers. The company’s and the trade union’s care and attention have created a safe, united and committed working environment for workers” - Thao shared.

Terumo BCT Vietnam Co., Ltd. (Binh An commune, Dong Nai province) was established in 2013 with a total investment of nearly 175 million USD, specializing in the production of medical devices for the global market. The company currently employs over 1,200 workers. Over the years, it has consistently implemented full policies regarding salaries and bonuses, and in coordination with the trade union, has organized numerous musical and sports activities, contributing to the enhancement of employees’ spiritual life. Wide-ranging emulation movements have been carried out, attracting large participation from workers and generating numerous cost-saving and improvement initiatives to boost productivity.

Recently, a delegation from the National Confederation of Trade Unions of Japan (ZENROREN) visited and held discussions with Terumo BCT Vietnam Co., Ltd. The delegation highly praised the company’s and trade union’s innovative models in creating a modern and professional working environment. Company representatives noted that by implementing comprehensive policies addressing both the material and spiritual well-being of employees, the enterprise has achieved significant accomplishments, contributing to the overall successful development of the group.

Building sustainably developed enterprises

Culture is considered a core factor in ensuring stable business operations and readiness for creativity and innovation. Recognizing the value of management through culture as a comprehensive, systematic, and sustainable strategy, many foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises have adopted it, establishing a strong presence and achieving sustainable development in Dong Nai.

Vietnam Fortune Technology International Co., Ltd. (Binh Phuoc ward) creates a professional working environment for employees

With over 20 years of construction and development, Saitex International Dong Nai Co., Ltd. (Amata Industrial Zone, Long Binh ward) not only meets the criteria for a green, clean, and safe working environment but has also built a culture based on people and ethical values in production. Notably, all employees are respected and heard, treated fairly, and provided with stable income and comprehensive benefits, including insurance, regular health check-ups, and the Fair Trade Fund supporting financial assistance, healthcare, education, and other employee welfare programs.

Dinh Thi Hoa Dao, Strategy Director of Saitex International Dong Nai Co., Ltd., stated that with 3,000 employees, the company has built a solid foundation to pursue a dual goal: developing production while providing comprehensive care for its workforce. The company strives daily to ensure that employees not only earn an income but also work in the best possible environment. In recent years, to support employees, the company has established an organic vegetable growing system using modern technology to supply daily meals and distribute produce to employees. This initiative helps employees feel secure and encourages long-term commitment to the company.

In a province with a large workforce like Dong Nai, corporate culture is considered a key factor in retaining employees and ensuring stable production. At the same time, it strengthens employees’ trust and contributes to building sustainably developed enterprises.

“The company consistently maintains a safe, clean, and energy-efficient working environment, recycles water, and fully complies with labor safety, fire prevention, and environmental protection regulations. It is the combination of people, environment, and technological innovation that has enabled Saitex to achieve sustainable development in line with current global trends. We always focus on foundational elements and further enhance our values so that every product created is a source of pride for our employees” - shared Dinh Thi Hoa Dao.

In many enterprises, a culture of discipline, creativity, innovation, and responsibility is being promoted. This directly enhances work efficiency and creates a distinct competitive advantage for the company’s products and services.

According to Nguyen Minh Tam, Chairman of the Trade Union at Pou Phong Vietnam Co., Ltd. (An Vien commune), corporate culture helps create a safe, transparent, respectful, and supportive working environment. Values such as discipline, punctuality, cooperation, and sharing difficulties, when consistently upheld, build trust and strengthen employee commitment. The company has maintained these practices for many years, receiving active participation and positive engagement from the workforce.

Clearly, enterprises that effectively foster workplace culture tend to have efficient work processes and a high sense of responsibility, which in turn enhances product and service quality and boosts competitiveness both domestically and internationally. The strong investments by enterprises in Dong Nai in establishing codes of conduct, training employees, improving welfare, and promoting community engagement have yielded significant results in production stability and in affirming their product brands in both domestic and global markets.

By Nguyen Hoa – Translated by Dang Huyen, Thu Ha