DATUK Azlan Zainol, says a long-time EPF official, lends a “corporate feel” to the otherwise civil-service-like environment at EPF. But creating an ambience is clearly not Azlan's main priority since the 53-year old accountant joined EPF back in April 2001.  

Over a span of one and a half years, the banker has instituted several significant changes, particularly in an area most perceived to be rather weak but most relevant – investments.