“We’re not called HR. We’re called People and Communities”

For a fast-moving technology company like Cisco, digital transformation has come fast and furious. So has their HR transformation.
What makes people ‘stick around’ at Shell?

Recently ranked third in Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2020, it’s no wonder the people at Shell have little reason to leave the company.
It’s all about the “teams” culture at Cisco

There’s a reason why Cisco is voted the best place to work globally. And that has to do with the focus on its “teams” which is the bedrock of its culture.
Shell’s HR transformation journey

It’s been quite a journey for Shell as it transforms its traditional HR function and people strategies in this increasingly digital world.
People Deal: Cisco’s promise to its people

Cisco topped the list in the authoritative Great Place to Work survey. What makes them such a great place to work in? It’s the company’s promise to its people.
Shell: A firm believer in pushing Asian talent

As a human resources expert for more than 30 years, Leslie Hayward has always been a big supporter of representing local talent at oil & gas giant Shell.
WeWork expanding in region despite global woes

The co-working space provider is not scaling back says Southeast Asia managing director Turochas Fuad.
Toyota to build city of the future

The Japanese carmaker is now creating its own smart city for testing Artificial Intelligence, robots and self-driving cars.
Blockchain now being used to vote in annual general meetings

The Association of Cryptocurrency Enterprises and Start-ups, Singapore (ACCESS) is first organisation in the world to use this tech for an AGM.
Emotional intelligence is most important skill says BMW chief

Sales staff need to show their people skills above technical ones, according to the Managing Director of BMW Group Asia.
What can we expect from Singapore’s startups in 2020?

More job opportunities in tech, marketing and product development are expected from the vibrant startup ecosystem this year.
SATS transforming itself through technology and culture

CEO Alex Hungate and Head of HR Lilian Tan are steering the airline services business through two transformations at the same time.
Culture from every angle

O.C. Tanner’s second annual Global Culture Report offers a holistic view of the modern workplace as it sits within the global economy and society at large.
Huge pay gap between CEOs and staff revealed

New reporting rules in the UK reveal ratio of executives’ pay is more than 100 times greater than their average workers.
Beware another uprising in 2020

More rebellions could be on the cards this year as disgruntled employees speak out, aided by advances in technology and communications.
SATS: The most memorable touchpoints are still with people

With a workforce of more than 17,000 spread across the world, people are a big part of CEO Alex Hungate’s role.
The ups and downs of performance-related pay

Being remunerated based on your company’s profits comes with big rewards, and also big risks as Apple boss Tim Cook has just discovered.
E-scooter ban could lead to slowdown in food delivery firms

Around 7,000 food delivery riders have been affected by zero-tolerance policy on riding on Singapore’s footpaths.
How to get more women into IT roles

JP Morgan is a leading example and award winner for helping redress the gender imbalance in the tech sector.
Bosch to cut thousands of jobs in India as car sales slump

The world’s largest auto-parts supplier is the latest company to suffer from India’s dramatic economic slowdown.
Tech teach-in: Data Scientist vs Data Engineer

We take a look at some of the fastest-growing tech jobs according to LinkedIn and what they actually involve.
IT and telecoms will bounce back quickly in Hong Kong

Hiring in the troubled city will be subdued but some sectors will recover faster than others. Find out which ones they are.
Tech teach-in: What exactly is a full stack engineer?

LinkedIn’s 2020 Emerging Jobs Report highlights 15 of the fastest-growing roles for next year – one is a full stack engineer.
A transformation that’s never going to stop

At the cutting edge of fintech, PayPal says it needs to make sure its people keep evolving and building new skills.
The gift that gives back this Christmas

Microsoft and PayPal are two companies that have decided to give their employees something very precious this festive season – time.
Two Cents: How can Hong Kong repair itself?

Anti-government protests in Hong Kong dominated the news headlines this year and may have long-term repercussions for companies based there.
Circles.Life: Building a culture to last

The telco has spent a lot of time and effort on building a strong culture which will help guide it during its ambitious growth.
Apple is helping more companies customize their own apps

CEO Tim Cook explains how businesses can create apps just for use within their organisation during his trip to Singapore.
Tech giants dominate best places to work in Singapore

Google, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft make the top 10 list of best places to work, according to employees’ feedback.
Dressing down proving a smart move at Sumitomo Mitsui

Bankers at Japan’s second largest bank are now allowed to wear jeans, shorts and sneakers to compete with cool fintechs.