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NEW YORK, Dec 02, 2005 -- BUSINESS WIRE
Capgemini U.S. LLC, a global leader in consulting, technology and outsourcing, found that personal integrity and customer care were the two biggest drivers of executive leadership, according to a pulse survey of more than 125 senior executives attending the 7th annual Platts Global Energy Awards. Nearly half (49%) of respondents said "integrity" was the single most important leadership quality for an energy CEO today, compared to one-third (34%) who believe "vision." The survey was done with the collaboration of co-sponsors HP and Intel. "The pulse survey confirms that today's energy leaders are optimistic about a host of new technologies ushering in an era of sustainable growth for the future," said Colette Lewiner, global Energy Utilities & Chemicals sector leader for Capgemini. "Capgemini works with industry leaders including HP and Intel to deliver transformation services to the energy industry to help build service-oriented enterprises. We are heartened by the survey responses about the need for personal integrity, technological innovation and collaboration to fuel the industry going forward." "Platts is committed to providing information and insights into the fast-moving world, in particular the physical and financial markets, and this pulse survey at our flagship event is further proof of this thought leadership," said Victoria Pao, president of Platts. "All of the attendees at the Global Energy Awards embody the spirit of innovation and courage to go beyond short-term financial results to build the future of economies, societies and the environment, and the survey results about executive leadership and new technology breakthroughs are evidence of this." "The result of this pulse survey point to increased adoption rates for new technology like advanced meter reading that will help transform the industry," said Ali Ferling, HP General Manager, Global Energy Industries. "HP and Capgemini continue to deliver the kind of innovative solutions energy companies require to help them become more efficient in light of increasing energy costs." Other findings included: -- More than half of respondents (54%) believe the price of oil in 2010 will between US$40-70 a barrel -- The top four examples of industry leadership to the energy industry were customer care (33%), environmental record (24%), safety (22%) and commercial success (21%). -- More than two-thirds (66%) said their organization's planned investment in technology projects for 2006 would be increased over 2005 budget levels; About the Platts Global Energy Awards The Global Energy Awards were established in 1999 as a way to recognize outstanding achievement and vision in the global energy industry. Each year, the mission of the Platts Global Energy Awards is to single out the energy industry's star performers, recognizing corporate achievements, the strongest individual efforts, and the most compelling community supporters. Participating in the Platts Global Energy Awards is one of the fastest routes to broad recognition of an organization's achievements. Finalists, and especially winners, benefit from extensive general and specialist media coverage, wide exposure in the investment community, and enhanced peer recognition. The most prestigious honors bestowed in the industry, Platts Global Energy Awards have been described by past entrants and winners as both the "Academy Awards" and "Golden Palm" of energy. Competition to win is fierce--Platts receives over 200 entries a year, and the standards applied by an elite international panel of judges are exacting. Platts is proud to count former OPEC energy ministers, national regulators, former heads of major energy companies, and leading academics and legislators among its judges, past and present. For complete survey results, visit www.us.capgemini.com . For more information on the Platts Global Energy Awards, visit www.globalenergyawards.com. About Capgemini Capgemini, one of the world's foremost providers of Consulting, Technology and Outsourcing services, has a unique way of working with its clients, which it calls the Collaborative Business Experience. Through commitment to mutual success and the achievement of tangible value, the company helps businesses and governments implement growth and transformation strategies, leverage technology, and thrive through the power of collaboration. Capgemini employs approximately 60,000 people worldwide and reported 2004 global revenues of 6.3 billion euros. More information about individual service lines, offices and research is available at www.us.capgemini.com. About Platts Platts, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE:MHP), is the world leader in providing energy information. For nearly a century, Platts has helped to enable ever-changing global energy markets enhance their performance through such offerings as independent industry news and price benchmarks. From 15 offices worldwide, Platts covers the oil, natural gas, electricity, nuclear power, coal, petrochemical and metals markets. Additional information on Platts real-time news and price assessment services, publications, databases, geospatial tools, conferences, magazines, research and analytical services and energy financial services is available at www.platts.com. SOURCE: Capgemini U.S. LLC News Provided By |
