COVID-19 could wipe US$9 trillion off global GDP over next two years
More jobs are likely to be threatened this year, as IMF warns that the world economy is heading for its worst recession since the Great Depression in the 1930s.
Building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace
EXCLUSIVE: Through a culture of learning, Senoko Energy encourages openness and dynamism, and helps its workforce prepare for future demands
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Understanding The Future of Remote Work
The 2-day virtual conference will concentrate on the core areas of Leadership, Technologies, Communications, Recruitment and Wellbeing.
DHL Express names Best Workplace in Asia for second consecutive year
Since 2014, DHL Express Asia Pacific has received 245 awards for its workplace and corporate culture, including 53 in 2019.
125 million workers in Asia-Pacific at risk of unemployment
New report from the International Labour Organisation warns that 195 million jobs worldwide could be wiped out because of COVID-19.
Simon Tate to lead Adobe’s Asia-Pacific business
Tate, an Industry veteran, has worked in technology for 25 years, representing brands such as SAP, Dell EMC and Hummingbird.
Malaysia designates COVID-19 as occupational disease
Employees who are infected with COVID-19 due to direct exposure to the disease from their nature of work can now claim for compensation.
Bank branches in Singapore close temporarily
DBS, for instance, will progressively close 29 branches till May 4, in line with Singapore’s circuit breaker measures.
Singapore introduces third round of support measures
S$5.1 billion “Solidarity Budget” will allocate S$4 billion to provide businesses and workers with additional support.
Employers urged to step up mental health support for staff
COVID-19 is putting a huge strain on employers and individuals, leading to a heavier burden on mental health, report cautioned.
Majority of workplaces to be shut down in Singapore
From April 7 to 4 May, all workplaces, except essential services providers such as food establishments, supermarkets and clinics, will be closed in Singapore.
Asian economies reel from COVID-19 outbreak
New report from Asian Development Bank predicts slowest growth in developing economies in the region since 1997 Asian financial crisis.
Is generational diversity hindering a happy and productive workplace?
As part of her research into a new book, generational expert Rachele Focardi has launched a survey to understand people’s experience of working in a multi-generational environment.
Maybank Singapore provides employees with financial assistance
These COVID-19 measures include financial assistance for staff affected by Malaysia’s MCO, reimbursement for those serving stay-home notice and vouchers for frontline staff.
COVID-19 to inflict heavy economic cost on East Asia and the Pacific
Almost 35 million people would remain mired in poverty as COVID-19 forces an economic meltdown across East Asia and the Pacific, warned the World Bank in an economic update.
Employers urged to take long-term view of manpower needs
Pay cuts and retrenchment should not be Singapore companies’ first course of action in dealing with COVID-19, said the National Wages Council.
Organisations more cautious in making business decisions
New pulse survey from Aon examines the workplace, HR and compensation policies being put in place by companies in Asia-Pacific as they look to keep employees safe and adjust to an increasingly volatile market.
Airport industry in Asia-Pacific needs urgent government aid
Swift relief measures are needed to safeguard airport jobs and connectivity as the airport industry continues to flounder, urged the Airports Council International Asia-Pacific.
SPH announces pay cuts for directors and senior management
The Singapore media organisation says this is an “expression of sympathy and solidarity with fellow Singaporeans facing the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Singapore reveals S$48 billion package to support workforce
More than one-third of the Resilience Budget will be dedicated to saving jobs and supporting workers during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Maintaining employees’ emotional well-being key during COVID-19
Gartner identifies six initiatives HR can undertake to help managers maintain employee performance and engagement during the COVID-19 outbreak
COVID-19 causes surge in usage of Facebook platforms
In countries hit hard by the pandemic, voice and video calling have more than doubled on Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp.
Amazon focuses on mitigating impact of COVID-19
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos says company’s full focus is on adapting business to the effects of COVID-19, and defining the role Amazon can play.
Cisco pledges US$225 million to global COVID-19 response
Highlighting Cisco’s commitment to help those affected by COVID-19, CEO Chuck Robbins explains that the company will focus on supporting healthcare and education, government response and critical technology.
Starbucks employees continue to get paid during COVID-19 outbreak
From March 20, the global coffeehouse chain will continue to pay workers for 30 days, regardless if they report for work or not.
WHO: Maintain good physical and mental health during COVID-19
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO’s director general, stressed how individuals need to stay healthy as they adjust to the new reality brought about by COVID-19.
COVID-19 puts 25 million jobs at risk
International Labour Organisation paints bleak picture of major labour market and economic crisis emerging from COVID-19.
SIA makes 96% capacity cuts as COVID-19 disrupts global travel
Singapore’s flag carrier will ground 138 SIA and SilkAir aircraft, out of a total fleet of 147, as border controls continue to be tightened around the world.
60% of Singapore workers seek new employment during working hours
Respondents to Randstad survey admitted to searching for new jobs or speaking with recruiters while at work.
Remote working gains global traction due to COVID-19
Gartner survey reveals 88% of organisations have encouraged or required employees to work from home.