New research indicates that task-based employees benefited more from AI usage, while senior employees shied away from the technology.
With many organisations expecting a lack of skilled candidates in 2024, many are preparing more attractive pay packages for aspiring applicants.
60% of employees in the Philippines are taking on part-time work, as the economic downturn reshapes spending habits and financial priorities.
With more organisations looking to hire in 2024, employers across many sectors in India can expect to see wage increments in the new year.
Research focusing on the US and South Korea shows the mitigating effects of toxic leaders on employees and their initiative to act.
To keep their workforce motivated to stay, many organisations in Japan raised wages for their employees in 2022.
Besides a one-time payment, employers have also been encouraged to implement a 5.5% to 7.5% salary increase for lower-wage employees.
As organisations begin to shape their strategies to drive workforce transformation in 2024, Dr Jaclyn Lee, CHRO, Certis, identifies her top trends for 2024.
Employees who switched to productive firms doubled their income, while those who stayed in less productive firms saw salaries increased by 50%.
Employees are seeking enhanced health and wellbeing support, leading organisations to integrate these concerns into job designs.
Malaysia’s King has called for equal learning opportunities for all people as the country looks to achieve a 35% skilled workforce by 2030.
Virtual teams thrive when they have equal access to resources and engage in close-knit collaboration to achieve shared objectives.
Nearly 29% of sexual harassment reports from men highlight the need for men to acknowledge its seriousness at work and home.
Hong Kong’s office vacancy rate at 12.7% mirrors global economic uncertainty, driving organisations to adopt cost-saving hybrid work models.
The Forward Singapore report has advocated respect and fair compensation for every job and a lifelong learning culture for all employees.
Organisations in Japan hiring more female directors have outperformed the Topix index by 7%, underscoring the potential of gender diversity.
Despite the lack of policies and adequate training, more employees are using generative AI to create content and complete repetitive tasks.
Despite low unemployment, 4,100 employees were retrenched in the third quarter of 2023, up from 3,200 in the previous quarter.
A study by Monash University has found that shift work and long hours are increasing preterm birth risks for female employees.
Fresh graduates are finding jobs faster in Taiwan, which is a contributing factor to the lower unemployment rate.
The ChatGPT tool will aid 30,000 employees across 420 global branches with tasks such as writing, research, and ideation.
A working plan aims to reduce barriers for women in the workplace by providing opportunities to assume leadership positions and improve earning power.
A new wage increase, which looks to raise salaries by P30, is not enough to provide relief to employees in Western Visayas, say critics.
The Malaysia edition of HRM Asia’s CHRO Series 2023 will provide a platform for HR leaders to discuss talent challenges and opportunities.
Over 9.3 million South Koreans aged 55 to 79 are defying retirement, with the highest labour force participation since 2005.
The large amount of money recovered is testament to efforts to create a culture of accountability and compliance, says the Fair Work Ombudsman.
The expectation placed on leaders has increased over the last three years, although they are now given more opportunities to effect change.
High salary growth in Hong Kong is sparking turnover concerns and is foreshadowing a competitive year ahead for many organisations.
Improving workplace amenities is one measure organisations in Malaysia can implement to encourage more women to return to the workforce.
Dubbed “The Gift”, this initiative aims to revolutionise work practices, boost productivity, and prioritise employee wellbeing.