Must-Knows of Microcrystalline Wax
Microcrystalline waxes are a type of wax produced by de-oiling petrolatum, as part of the petroleum refining process. It is derived from naturally occurring fossil wax. […]
How To Improve Work Life Balance
Lessons I learnt during the lock-down to help me curb stress and perform better. In a post Covid-19 world, boundaries have further blurred between work and personal life with both overlapping thanks to technology and irregular hours. […]
The second most amazing thing to cross the English Channel
The English Channel is a place where we often see the power of the human will. Whenever rough tide, icy water and bad weather challenge a swimmer attempting to cross the distance of 33 km, it only strengthens their resolve. […]
Harnessing creativity and frugal innovation for better products and processes
What is Frugal or Jugaad Innovation Frugal innovation or what we in India call jugaad or jugaad innovation is the ability to do more with less. Companies across the spectrum have encountered it in India from grassroots entrepreneurs to small and medium sized businesses to large companies and multinationals. Jugaad innovation captures this frugal, flexible […]
Warrior v/s Worrier: Winning the team’s support
This year I complete three years in my role as Managing Director and still have a clear recollection of the day my father Mr. Ramesh B. Parekh handed over the reins to me and the butterflies in my stomach. The mandate he gave was simple but difficult: Build. Secure. Grow. My father founded Gandhar in […]
Pearls Of Wisdom: Keeping a tradition well oiled
My post today might make you look at that humble loaf of bread on your breakfast table with a little more awareness and a lot more respect. This staple breakfast food of people across the world represents a baking tradition that is many centuries old. The baker with his wooden peel, rolling pin, flour scoops, […]
Future Of Petroleum Industry In India
In a year when the prevailing narrative has been projecting doom and gloom for the oil industry, petroleum products in India have recorded an impressive 105.2% growth in June this year vis-à-vis the same month last year. At Gandhar Oil Refinery, growth of our range of specialty oils and lubricants too are surging and are […]
Getting the right professionals for your business
Why it’s important? Hiring the right people who are aligned with our values and long term business goals has been key to unlocking the potential of Gandhar. While the emphasis nowadays is on a whole array of new technologies, processes and equipment, it is the people in the organisation who drive these and ultimately determine your […]
Consistent Execution Key To Success
The Japanese influence on the auto industry started even before the 1980s and cannot be over emphasised. The industry made tremendous strides in the global automobile market and the practices followed by the Japanese in productivity, quality and process flexibility became benchmarks across the world not only for the auto industry but other industries as […]
What makes my team tick?
Strong relationships are essential for leading an effective and productive team driven by trust and commitment rather than fear or power. At Gandhar, open communication is our mantra for success. From our youngest team members to our most experienced executives—we first speak our mind, both to convince and clarify and then we execute. I truly […]