CEO turnover declines in Asia amid global leadership shake-up
Asia defied the global surge in CEO turnover in 2024 with leadership stability driven by succession planning and economic resilience.
Workday unveils AI workforce management system to govern digital labour
Workday introduces the Agent System of Record, enabling organisations to govern, optimise, and integrate AI agents into their workforce.
CHRO Vietnam: Equipping HR leaders for a transforming economy
Join CHRO Vietnam 2025 to explore innovative HR strategies, AI-driven solutions, and talent development techniques to shape Vietnam’s future workforce.
The untapped power of payroll data in Asia-Pacific
As organisations expand across Asia-Pacific, leveraging data-driven payroll insights becomes essential for success, as explored in HRM Asia and ADP’s upcoming webinar.
Employers in Singapore show strong readiness for flexible work arrangements, survey finds
Younger employees drive a strong shift towards flexible work, with larger firms embracing it strategically while smaller businesses face challenges.
Breaking the silence: Why migraines must be part of workplace inclusion strategies
Workplace inclusion must evolve to support invisible conditions like migraines, as AbbVie’s Peggy Wu underscores their widespread impact on employees.
Amazon and Accenture scale back DE&I efforts amid shifting corporate landscape
Amazon and Accenture are shifting DE&I strategies, integrating efforts into core business functions while scaling back standalone initiatives.
Is your skills strategy ready for the age of AI?
AI-powered skills strategies are transforming workforce agility, enabling organisations to adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-changing landscape.
Flexible work conditions help overqualified employees achieve work-life balance
Overqualified employees thrive with flexible work arrangements, leading to better work-life balance and stronger family support, new research reveals.
Malaysia approves Non-Occupational Accident Scheme, expanding coverage to gig workers
The newly approved SKBBK scheme will provide 24/7 protection for workers, including gig and remote employees, covering accidents outside of work.
Vietnam tackles labour market modernisation
The country’s labour market grows amid reforms, tackling challenges to ensure sustainable workforce development.
The rising heat: A new challenge for South-East Asia’s workforce
Extreme heat affects more than physical health—it heightens mental stress, reduces focus, and increases workplace accidents across industries.
Singapore workplace bias declines, but gaps remain
Racial discrimination in Singapore workplaces has declined, but minority groups still report higher bias than their Chinese counterparts.
Indonesia focuses on workforce transformation to boost global competitiveness
Indonesia is addressing workforce challenges by prioritising upskilling and reskilling to equip employees with digital and industry-specific skills for future growth.
HR’s transformation takes centre stage at CHRO Philippines 2025
Gain cutting-edge HR insights and strategies at CHRO Philippines, empowering leaders to drive innovation and growth.
Japan’s smaller firms face wage hike hurdles
Small organisations in Japan face hurdles in meeting wage targets, threatening real wage growth amid persistent inflation.
New Zealand eases visa rules to attract digital nomads
New Zealand eases visa rules, inviting digital nomads to work remotely for up to 90 days to boost tourism and the economy.
Employee experience key to Vietnam’s HR growth
Continuing the discussion about HR in Vietnam, RMIT University Vietnam’s Elaine Chew explores how blending cultural values with modern practices shapes employee experience and organisational success.
Workforce readiness crucial for AI success, i4cp’s study finds
i4cp’s latest study highlights how AI upskilling is fuelling productivity gains, with organisations scaling AI seeing significant business growth.
Protecting people and data: HR’s role in data privacy
As organisations embrace AI, HR leaders must prioritise data privacy to protect sensitive information, build trust, and drive innovation.
Singapore’s workforce brims with optimism while Hong Kong’s faces uncertainty, MDRi survey reveals
Health and financial stability dominate priorities in Singapore and Hong Kong, with happiness metrics highlighting generational and economic disparities for 2025.
Cushman & Wakefield names new people partnering director
She will drive HR strategy at Cushman & Wakefield, overseeing Singapore and Malaysia temas to align regional and global objectives.
Creative skills: A must-have beyond traditional roles, says SkillsFuture Singapore report
Creative skills like design and branding are increasingly valued across industries, with demand growing beyond traditional creative roles since 2019.
Employee vitality key to talent retention amidst Singapore’s skills shortage
High-vitality employees report greater job satisfaction, engagement, and productivity, highlighting vitality as a game-changer for Singapore’s competitive talent landscape.
Balancing ethics and productivity in return-to-work processes
Navigating the return-to-work process after mental health leave reveals ethical dilemmas and conflicting goals among key stakeholders.
Vietnam HR: Driving change, fostering engagement, and building a competitive edge
RMIT University Vietnam’s Elaine Chew shares insights on how HR in Vietnam is adapting to a dynamic workforce, navigating digital disruption, and embracing a more egalitarian workplace.
Malaysia allocates RM10 million to strengthen trade union movements
The Malaysian government boosts trade union empowerment with RM10 million funding for skills training, technology adoption, and leadership development.
Empowering careers, elevating experiences: HomesToLife’s holistic approach to talent retention
HomesToLife enhances talent retention by fostering career mobility, continuous skill development, and a culture of growth and adaptability.
South Korea faces slow job growth amid economic challenges
South Korea’s job market slows in 2024 with key sectors shedding jobs and younger employees facing dwindling opportunities.
How AI is redefining human potential in the workplace
AI is reshaping the workplace, elevating empathy, ethical decision-making, and creativity as essential skills in an automated world.