Singapore’s unemployment rate hits decade high
The latest labour market report released by MOM reveals total employment fell by 25,600 in Q1 2020, the largest quarterly contraction on record.
How to successfully adjust to the post-pandemic workplace
EXCLUSIVE: Tableau shares some tips on how companies can successfully navigate the challenges of adjusting to a post-pandemic workplace
Importance of learning highlighted as remote work grows
Time spent learning on LinkedIn platform increased 144% in March and April, when Singapore entered into a ‘circuit breaker’ phase.
Malaysian workforce calls for WFH to continue
A new KPMG survey indicates that 69% of workers in Malaysia want to continue working from home post MCO.
Grab provides agility for driver-partners to grow career paths
Among a lineup of new training and career support initiatives is a new training programme developed in collaboration with Ngee Ann Polytechnic.
Indian workers staying at home despite easing of lockdown
The majority of employees from India’s top three IT companies are continuing to work from home as India’s Unlock 1 phase kicks into effect.
Bloomberg’s 3-pillar strategy: You, Team & Community
EXCLUSIVE: Melanie Coate, Bloomberg’s APAC Head of HR, explained the key components behind Bloomberg’s employee communications strategy
Most countries set for recession in 2020
The World Bank paints a bleak picture of economic uncertainty as the world economy faces worst recession in 80 years.
Malaysia’s MCO moves into recovery phase
Under the recovery phase, the majority of business activities and economic sectors will reopen in phases, with SOPs to be adhered to.
Gojek receives investment boost from Facebook and PayPal
Investment will help grow South-east Asia’s digital economy and accelerate digital payments adoptions among small businesses.
Most Malaysian workers have returned to work
As of May 17, more than 65% of Malaysia’s workforce have returned to work, according to Malaysia’s finance minister.
South Korea unveils US$29 billion stimulus budget
Saving jobs is one of the key objectives of the third supplementary budget released by South Korea this year.
Hyflux subsidiary’s former HR manager faces corruption charges
Khoo Chen Ee, a 36-year old permanent resident in Singapore, is a former HR manager at Hydrochem, a Hyflux subsidiary.
HR managers in India identify remote working as long-term goal
63% of HR managers in India said their organisations will continue to work virtually even when COVID-19 lockdown is lifted in the country.
Microsoft and Workday accelerate planning in changing world
A new strategic partnership sees Workday customers able to run Workday Adaptive Planning on the Microsoft Azure cloud.
Cultivating a culture of experimentation and innovation
AIA Singapore and Hyper Island have collaborated to launch Digital Ei8ht, a programme that redefines learning as companies undergo digital transformation.
Citi Singapore offers 6 principles for the return to workplace
The majority of Citi Singapore employees will continue to work from home until July, even as Singapore eases ‘circuit breaker’ measures on June 2.
Google set for partial reopening of workplace
From July 6, Google buildings in more cities will reopen with 10% capacity, which will be increased to 30% by September.
Is remote working creating happier employees?
A new workforce survey found that employees are happier now than before COVID-19 struck.
Smart WFM expands into Asia with new Singapore office
The expansion follows considerable demand in Asia for workforce management (WFM) and HR services and software, said Smart WFM.
Cybercrime continues to be a threat as remote working grows
Organisations need to put a strong focus on security for remote working, said a new report from Verizon Business.
Singapore’s COVID-19 support measures rise to nearly S$100 billion
The $33 billion Fortitude Budget is the fourth budget introduced this year by the Singapore Government, and will be focused on jobs.
Facebook to embrace permanent remote work
The social media and tech giant expects half of its workforce to work remotely over the next five to 10 years.
Qualtrics names Brigid Archibald as new managing director, APJ
Archibald replaces Bill McMurray, who has been promoted to the role of Chief Revenue Officer, and will be based in the US.
Organisations urged to prioritise employee well-being
A new Mercer study said companies need to rethink their approach to mental well-being as a return to the workplace looms.
Steve Boese: Make decisions for the long-term
Speaking exclusively at HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, Steve Boese cautioned organisations on how their actions during the COVID-19 pandemic will shape their future.
LinkedIn connecting and strengthening online communities
The new LinkedIn Virtual Events solution provides a tighter integration between existing features on LinkedIn Live, LinkedIn Events and LinkedIn Pages.
John Sumser: Building fully data-driven decision processes
Speaking exclusively at HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, John Sumser described the “incredible opportunity” for companies to build a fully data-driven decision process for the future.
More investment required to reinvent workforce
A new Deloitte study found that only 16% of business leaders expect to significantly increase investment in the continual reinvention of the workforce over the next three years.
Jason Averbook: The Now of Work
Speaking exclusively at HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, Jason Averbook urged organisations to embrace the new Now of Work by changing how they think and work.