12th Sept 2005 , 12.00 o'clock..The HR manager announces "All those people who have their Location as Kochi might have to go there after the induction. The technical training will take place there @ kochi"..This day changed my life once and for all....Thanks Kochi and HR...
Here is a simple SWOT Analysis I have done of Kochi. [God's own IT Paradise]
| Weakness |
| Regular Strikes ( Saddam Hussein’s Death was condemned) Narrow Streets People know only Malayalam Give no respect but expect respect policy Unions No development Stupid Auto Fare policies Food made of Coconut Oil Very Tough for vegetarians Pathetic Work Place Sunday’s Malls , main shopping bazaars are closed Wait and watch policy Only a handful of Good Theaters Bad climate ( Either is very hot or keeps raining heavily) |
| Threats |
| The King – CPI Labour force STOP!!! Policy..Let’s not grow Only one language known People not willing to change and let other change |
| Strengths |
| Small City Amazing Bus service Marine Drive – Kochi Port Nature @ its best Good Omane Kutti’s Amazing Temples SEZ Not much Environmental Pollution |
| Opportunities |
| Is the place where OFC network is present so amazing expansion possible Possibility of Dubai Smart city IT parks being setup Possibility of a Fabrication Plant Real Estate Growth due to IT firms expansion |
The Fact is that ...I faced all the problems ..Didnt know Malayalam, was a Veggie, Was cheated often..Due to some crap Policy
But I thank This place for it taught me "How to Survive!" , "How to Cook", "How to Bargain"..Experiences are the best way to learn and I learnt a lot ...
Despite all the -ve's...I want to go to Kochi/kerala..Go there as a Traveler not as an Employee..Keep ur expectations low so that they are always met..
P.S : All these are based on Personal Opinion
