Building an inclusive and engaged workforce by putting people first
Maximising opportunities to unlock the full potential of every employee is one of HR’s key roles, says Indosat’s Irsyad Sahroni.
Why Greece’s six-day workweek initiative is unlikely to gain traction
Greece’s new six-day workweek regulation is being driven by local conditions and is unlikely to be sustainable over the long term.
Transcending employee wellbeing to create a better work-life balance
Malaysia is struggling with work-life balance and organisations need to rethink their approaches to reset the balance.
Improving mental health at work starts with increasing awareness
Besides providing access to mental health support, employers must also demonstrate a greater commitment to employee wellbeing.
The four-day workweek: Why it is more than just a number
An ongoing pulse survey by HRM Asia measures the readiness of organisations in Asia to adopt a four-day workweek.
If you are watching your employees, it may be time to look away
Organisations who persistently monitor employees’ work may be losing an opportunity to build workplace inclusiveness and belonging.
Integrating technology to drive business performance
Karen Lee, Managing Director, South-East Asia & Oceania, BIPO, discusses the impact digital transformation is having on HR and business.
Landing that dream job: The dos and don’ts of interviewing
For many job seekers, their interview techniques can have the potential to make or break their chances of being hired.
Singapore’s tight labour market poses recruitment challenges
An increase in job vacancies has been concentrated in certain growth sectors, while younger job seekers are taking longer to accept roles.
Transformative leadership: Be the inspiring leader your team wants
By understanding how personality and self-awareness impact how people lead, organisations can take the next step to transform leadership in the workplace.
Have your say: Shaping the future of HR technology
The 27th HR Systems Survey invites HR professionals to voice their opinions on HR tech products, vendor services, and overall satisfaction.
SOEs lead Indonesia’s shortened workweek experiment
An ongoing trial allows employees of Indonesia’s Ministry of State-owned Enterprises to request for four-day workweeks every fortnight.
Empowering payroll compliance across international borders
A new partnership formed between Remote and Nium aims at powering global workforces with real-time cross-border payments.
CHRO Series 2024: Measuring the pulse of work in South-East Asia
CHRO Series returns to South-East Asia in 2024, kicking off on June 13 in Ho Chi Minh City with CHRO Vietnam 2024.
2 Cents: Love your job, but don’t forget to live your life
Is it myopic for managers to continue to use the willingness to work extra hours as a benchmark to assess the performances of employees?
Making work life better: The next step on the Dayforce journey
The unifying of the Dayforce brand is amplifying the brand promise to make work life better for people everywhere.
Shaping a more inclusive workplace with payroll and flexibility
The secrets to creating gender pay equality may not be as complicated as it seems if organisations know where to start.
AI arises: A new era of employee focus and empowerment
A new revolution in the technology-human convergence is creating a new era of employee focus and empowerment.
Why employees should disconnect from work, and feel good about it
While legislation can serve as a foundation for employees to disconnect from work, true change requires a cultural shift.
Gig employees in Malaysia to enjoy same rights as formal employees
Malaysia has established a Gig Workers Commission to protect and safeguard the welfare of gig employees in the country.
Female employees in Singapore can expect more support in 2024
Besides fighting workplace gender discrimination, new legislation will also offer more opportunities for women to find themselves back into the workforce.
AI platform aims to transform APAC’s employment landscape
Connecting over 40 million people, SEEK’s new combined platform is designed to allow employers and employees to find talent and jobs more easily.
APAC leads the way in creating workplace gender diversity
While most CEOs appointed between 2022 and 2023 are male, more organisations have turned to female leaders, particularly in the APAC region.
Many organisations in Australia failing to close the gender pay gap
A first-of-its-kind report has revealed that large organisations in Australia still tend to pay their male employees higher salaries than female employees.
More support called for retrenched employees in Singapore
Anticipating layoffs to increase in 2024, the NTUC and SNEF have called for more assistance for employees in transition to their next job.
Right to disconnect: Australia says no to after-work calls
A proposed new law will empower employees to create a clear boundary between work and their lives by having the freedom to enjoy their personal time.
Flexibility and relationship-building driving Dell’s hybrid work policy
To encourage and rebuild in-person connection, Dell employees must now work from the office for at least three days a week.
Creating responsible and sustainable workplaces in Singapore
A new report by Rothman & Roman has highlighted some of the best practices of organisations when it comes to employee communication for ESG projects.
Mental health support lacking in Singapore’s workplaces
Seven in 10 employees in Singapore regularly experience stress at work and do not feel sufficient support from their employers.
Transformative shift in HR role driving organisational success in Malaysia
Besides aligning organisational and employee values, HR is also playing a key role to attract and retain the best talent