Digital transformation lies at the heart of Fujitsu’s WFH strategy
Fujitsu’s Manabu Morikawa tells HRM Asia why the time is right for the company to embrace WFH as the company introduces its “Work Life Shift” policy.
Philippines falls into recession for the first time in almost 3 decades
This represents the biggest slump in quarterly GDP data dating back to 1981, and plunges the Philippines into recession.
Thai businesses to receive financial support
A loan from the Asian Development Bank will help the Thai government give more support to SMEs in the country.
Malaysia wants local workers to fill jobs gap
The country’s HR Minister reassured local citizens will be given priority when it comes to any available job openings.
Uber extends work-from-home option for employees
Uber employees can choose to continue working from home through June 2021, even if offices open before then.
Tigerair Australia to be grounded permanently
Virgin Australia will also layoff about a third of its workforce as the carrier aims to rebrand as a “value airline”.
SMEs in Malaysia expect long road to economic recovery
Less than 20% of SMEs expect their business to recover within the next three months, a new survey has revealed.
Australia introduces pandemic leave payment
Victoria is the first state in Australia to provide financial support workers who need to be quarantined.
Are Thai workers ready to work from home?
Takorn Tantasith, former secretary-general of Thailand’s NBTC, envisions Thailand as a WFH hub for the world.
SMEs in Malaysia need more help to recover from COVID-19
Without an extension of a loan moratorium, many SMEs are at risk of closing down, warned the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers.
Digital transformation on the rise in the Philippines
Driven by wider digital transformation initiatives taken by local enterprises, the ICT market in the Philippines is set for continued growth in 2020.
Singapore records highest unemployment rate in more than a decade
As of June 2020, there were 90,500 unemployed residents, of whom 79,600 were citizens.
Siemens to 140,000 employees: Where do you want to work?
For 2-3 days a week, Siemens employees are able to choose where they want to work, and it need not be home.
Japan wants workers to stay at home whenever possible
Japan’s economy minister also called on business leaders to comply with COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
WFH for Indian IT companies to continue through 2020
85% of the IT workforce in India have been working from home since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Explore data, platforms and ecosystems
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Turning crisis into opportunity: HR leaders, transform thyself
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
SMEs in ASEAN continue digital journey
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the urgent need for businesses to accelerate their digital transformation.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Leaders, transform thyselves
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Globalization Partners expands growth into Asia-Pacific
The company has launched a new Asia-Pacific revenue team and appointed Charles Ferguson as General Manager for the region.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Digital advisory boards go virtual
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Many risk being left behind by digitisation
If internet inequality is not adequately addressed, millions around the world could find themselves without a job, warned Microsoft president.
Small and medium-sized businesses struggling to stay afloat
From January to May 2020, more than one-quarter of businesses have closed down because of COVID-19, according to a new report.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Transform faster, get digital now
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Learn, share and experiment
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Amazon extends work-from-home policy to 2021
Amazon corporate employees will be allowed to continue working from home until January 8, as tech companies continue to implement remote working.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Developing a gig mindset
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Google wants to realise vision of Digital India
The tech giant has announced the Google for India Digitisation Fund, which will bring investments worth about US$10 billion into India.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Transparency breeds trust
In his upcoming new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Singapore enters into technical recession
COVID-19 drove Singapore’s economy into a 41.2% contraction in the second quarter of 2020, as the government warns of a long recovery ahead.