Beyond budget boost: Workplace revolution to support large families
Singapore’s Large Families Scheme aims to support parents, but workplace culture must evolve to empower parents in caregiving roles.
IWD 2025: Driving change for women at work
In celebration of International Women’s Day, AIA Singapore’s CHRO Aileen Tan reflects on the role of organisations in accelerating gender equality and empowering women in leadership.
Why workplace connection matters more than ever in the age of AI
A global empathy deficit erodes workplace connections, but a shift to empathy-driven leadership and positive psychology could reverse this trend.
DBS invests in upskilling as AI alters contract roles
DBS plans to harness AI to enhance efficiency, reducing contract roles through natural attrition while investing in workforce upskilling.
DBS to cut 4,000 contract and temporary roles as AI adoption grows
The bank will reduce up to 4,000 contract roles through natural attrition, with permanent staff unaffected.
Supercharging workforce agility: The AI advantage in upskilling
Building a future-ready workforce requires more than AI adoption—it demands agile upskilling strategies that drive resilience, innovation, and long-term success.
Singapore Budget 2025: Boosting workforce development and AI-driven innovation
Singapore Budget 2025 highlights AI and skills transformation, with expanded initiatives to upskill employees and boost workforce competitiveness.
More than half of employees in Hong Kong considering job change, Aon’s study reveals
Nearly 17% of employees in Hong Kong feel undervalued, with 63% considering a job change due to concerns over compensation and career growth.
Hong Kong raises minimum wage to HK$42.10
Hong Kong’s statutory minimum wage will rise to HK$42.10 on Labour Day.
Singapore announces new funding measures to support workforce transformation
Singapore is ramping up workforce development efforts with expanded SkillsFuture training allowances, enhanced employer support, and leadership development initiatives.
The steward leader: How HR can drive purpose and profit in 2025 and beyond
As work undergoes rapid transformation, HR leaders must rethink leadership. Enter Steward Leadership—a model bridging purpose, profit, and sustainability.
Paradox acquires Eqtble to enhance AI-powered talent acquisition with people analytics
Paradox’s AI assistant automated over 20 million interviews in 2024, and its acquisition of Eqtble aims to enhance data-driven HR decisions.
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.