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.
Toyota mandates return to office for North American salaried staff

Toyota’s RTO mandate emphasises mentoring, growth, and culture, aligning with trends among major employers like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase.
Navigating the rising tide: Managing employee health benefits in the Philippines

Amid surging medical inflation in the Philippines, organisations are rethinking employee health benefits to tackle rising costs effectively.
Singapore’s talent paradox: Employers seek tech wizards, jobseekers prioritise practicality

Balancing high-tech hiring with jobseekers’ preference for practical roles is the key challenge facing HR in Singapore’s evolving job market.
Malaysia’s job market poised for stability in 2025

Investments are driving Malaysia’s job growth, boosting household spending, and sustaining a post-pandemic unemployment low of 3.2%.
Indonesia to launch National Productivity Board to boost economic growth

Manpower Minister Yassierli announced plans to launch Indonesia’s National Productivity Board, aiming to boost competitiveness and drive economic resilience.
Prepare your workforce for 2025: Key HR strategies

HR leaders must embrace key trends shaping the future of work, from AI adoption to leadership development, to stay ahead in 2025.
How to navigate Asia-Pacific’s growth opportunities and challenges

HRM Asia and ADP’s upcoming webinar will explore how organisations can navigate challenges and tap into Asia-Pacific’s growth opportunities.
WEF: Tech boom to create millions of jobs, but skills gap looms

The World Economic Forum’s latest report predicts seismic workforce shifts by 2030, driven by AI, demographics, and economic pressures.
How Singapore’s new FWA guidelines shape the future of business

Deel’s Karen Ng highlights how Singapore Tripartite Guidelines on FWA positions organisations to attract global talent and foster agility.
Singapore’s Workplace Fairness Legislation moves closer to reality

Singapore’s Workplace Fairness Bill aims to combat discrimination, protect employees, and balance business needs with equitable hiring practices.
South Korea’s female employment and labour participation rates lag among OECD nations

The country is ranked 31st in female employment among OECD nations, highlighting persistent challenges in advancing workplace gender equality.
Access Group strengthens global network with appointment of Lim Chee Gay as MD in Kuala Lumpur

Access Group names Lim Chee Gay as Managing Director of its Global Operations Centre in Kuala Lumper, strengthening its global network and driving innovation and operational excellence.
Malaysia pushes for Progressive Wage Policy amid employer concerns

Malaysia’s Progressive Wage Policy aims to address income inequality, offering incentives to employers and raising salaries for employees.
China grants surprise pay hikes to millions of government employees

China implements retroactive salary increases averaging 500 yuan, its first nationwide public-sector pay adjustment since 2015 to boost spending power.
The future of work: Can L&D keep pace?

HRM Asia and Coursera for Business will host a webinar exploring innovative L&D strategies to tackle skill gaps and drive growth.
Employee consent goes beyond legal compliance

Employers often overestimate employee understanding of agreements, creating a “perspective gap” that erodes trust and increases turnover risks.
Organisations in Singapore turn optimistic despite challenges

Organisations are showing renewed confidence, with 40% satisfied with the current business climate and optimism for economic growth on the rise.
China implements gradual retirement age increase

China’s new retirement guidelines empower employees with flexible retirement options, balancing phased age increases with protections for employees’ rights.
Russell Reynolds Associates strengthens APAC leadership team

Russell Reynolds Associates appoints Euan Kenworthy as Singapore Country Manager, with Ulrike Wieduwilt transitioning to lead Greater China operations.
CHRO Philippines: Transforming HR strategies for growth and innovation

Join top HR leaders at CHRO Philippines this February to explore innovative strategies shaping the future of work.
Elevating the gig economy: The foodpanda way

foodpanda is redefining the gig economy by prioritising rider safety, wellbeing and personal development through innovative programmes across Asia.
Thailand to raise minimum wage and launch new tax breaks in 2025

Thailand’s selective minimum wage hike balances regional economic disparities, with five areas receiving 400 baht and others averaging 2% increases.
Is belonging the future of workplace diversity?

TDC Global’s Tamar Altbeker suggests HR leaders seize the opportunity to refocus DE&I efforts on fostering inclusive cultures centred around belonging.
The future of work: Flexibility, collaboration, and purpose

Changing workplaces in post-pandemic are reshaping productivity, collaboration, and employee empowerment, according to Paperspace Asia’s whitepaper.
APAC HR leaders prioritise talent, technology, and wellbeing

HR leaders in Asia-Pacific are revolutionising workplaces by addressing talent challenges, embracing technology, and prioritising human-centred strategies.
Flexibility key to retain talent in Asia

ADP’s Yvonne Teo highlights that flexibility drive satisfaction and retention, with Singapore’s new FWA guidelines offering a roadmap for change.
Salaries in Singapore projected to rise by 4.1% in 2025, says Mercer

Employers are budgeting a 4% average salary increase for 2025, with real estate and banking leading growth amid cautious economic strategies.
Malaysia launches National AI Office to propel digital economy

Malaysia’s National AI Office launches to accelerate digitalization, targeting 25% GDP contribution and transforming education through AI-driven innovation.
TSMC expands employee benefits to include pet care

TSMC’s new pet care benefit, part of the tFlex plan, gives employees US$250 annually to customise their benefits, including family care.