What does より means in this context?


I am familiar with the use of より in making comparisons. However, the use of より
in this following context certainly does not mean "than" and so I would gladly
appreciate if someone can help me provide a clarification of why より is used in
this case.

> 同僚や上司との関係を築くことは日本語の力より必要です。

Basically, this sentence is trying to say that having the ability to speak
Japanese is essential in building relationship with co-workers.




This より _is_ for making a comparison between 同僚や上司との関係を築くこと and 日本語の力.

> 同僚や上司との関係を築くことは日本語の力より必要です。  
>  Building relationships with your colleagues and superiors is more necessary
> than your Japanese skill.

