What if AI made us more human? Inside Suntory’s strategy to build a resilient workforce
From AI to psychological safety, Patrick Jordan shares how Suntory Global Spirits is building a resilient, purpose-driven workforce across Asia-Pacific.
Five insights on the real impact of AI transformation, from Josh Bersin
In his closing HR Tech keynote, industry analyst Josh Bersin said AI transformation is presenting HR with critical opportunities—and challenges.
Culture co-creation: The key to building a truly global organisation
At Sansan, Kazunori Fukuda champions a “third culture” that merges Japanese innovation with South-East Asian agility for global teams.
Amid rapid change, why HR has to embrace ‘positive disruption’
At HR Tech, authors James Patterson and Dr. Patrick Leddin explored the unprecedented level of change facing HR, and how mission-driven decisions can turn HR into a force for positive disruption.
IBM CHRO: AI is giving HR its ‘time in the sun’
IBM’s AI in HR journey was a “rocky road,” but one that has highlighted the transformative power the tech is having on HR’s capacity for strategic leadership.
Graph intelligence: The new career GPS for Singapore’s workforce
From rigid career ladders to adaptive skill webs, graph technology is redefining career navigation and workforce planning.
What will it take to be a true ‘future-ready’ org?
Organisations of tomorrow don’t just roll out lots of new tech. They first transform their cultures and leadership mindsets, said experts at HR Tech in Las Vegas.
The soul of the machine: Why human-led AI is the future of work
HR can unlock AI’s potential without losing humanity, says Milieu Insight’s Juda Kanaprach, by balancing technology with empathy and insight.
Purpose-driven and tech-powered: The new face of social services
As burnout rises, Anjan Ghosh of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) says Singapore’s social service sector is rewriting the rules of talent with innovation at its core.
Agentic AI in HR: Unpacking the hype and addressing the uncertainty
Despite pressure to unleash agentic AI in HR, uncertainty remains. Gartner’s Eser Rizaoglu explores how HR can maximise the potential of the emerging tech, without getting swept up by the buzz.
When wellbeing moves to the boardroom: Rethinking leadership for sustainable performance
WorkWell Leaders’ Anthea Ong urges CEOs and boards to prioritise organisational wellbeing as new research confirms it is the strongest driver of performance.
The augmented human: Why HR is the architect of our AI-powered future
With AI advancing at a lightning pace, Skillsoft’s Mark Onisk highlights the need for HR to reinvent roles, skills, and workplace culture.
Five timely insights for HR leaders about the post-pandemic labour market
What began as a temporary crisis has evolved into lasting transformation, with permanently altered workforce dynamics that continue to reshape how organisations attract and retain talent.
Grey matters: Why older employees are essential for talent success
Lorrie Lykins of i4cp says an agile talent strategy must include older employees—not as a nice-to-have—but as an irrefutable business necessity.
Decoding the human factor: Why smart manufacturing isn’t just about machines
Rockwell Automation’s Ng Mei Li believes the future of manufacturing lies in resilient, adaptable workforces where culture and people drive lasting innovation.
Why hiring Gen Z means HR has to rethink the entire talent playbook
Attracting and retaining Gen Z requires more than ping pong tables; it calls for a strategic recalibration of talent pipelines to align with new generational expectations.
Humanistic high performance: Connecting for excellence
Burnout and disengagement are rising. Without a humanistic shift in leadership, workplaces risk eroding wellbeing, innovation, and long-term growth.
From fixed to flexible: Why Asia’s top talent expects benefits that move with them
As cross-border talent mobility rises, Jacklyn Tan of Howden highlights growing demand for benefits that are portable and flexible.
What the strange bedfellows in the return-to-office debate say about the future of work
The return-to-office conversation is not abating, but it is evolving, writes Peter Cappelli, who notes surprising advocates and opponents.
KPMG in Singapore blends AI with human touch to revolutionise talent acquisition
With AI handling routine tasks, KPMG saved 50+ recruiter days and raised candidate satisfaction to 88% in three months.
Why company culture is key to turning AI hype into reality
Beyond the AI hype, companies in Asia are learning that culture, skills and data readiness determine whether AI delivers meaningful business value.
The next big leap for Singapore’s leadership talent
Amid shifting rules across the globe, Singapore’s executives must move beyond regional comfort zones and step onto the world stage.
Doing more with less: How HR can adopt GenAI without losing the human touch
In today’s climate, HR is being asked to do more with less—and still show up as the beating heart of the organisation. It is a paradox most of us have learned to live with. But now, generative AI (GenAI) has entered the scene and has quickly become one of the most transformative forces in business […]
Growth mindset in action: Unilever International pioneers a new era of AI-powered leadership
What if technology didn’t replace people, but made them unstoppable? Larissa Murmann is making it happen at Unilever International.
AI in HR: Transforming hiring, skill mapping, L&D, and ROI
From screening millions of profiles to skill mapping and learning, AI is fundamentally transforming how HR manages talent today.
Diverse and inclusive leadership driving innovation in pharma
Inclusive leadership is fuelling biopharma’s next wave of breakthroughs, creating research and therapies that address complex diseases across diverse populations.
Policy shifts keep more seniors in Singapore’s workforce, study finds
Singapore’s higher retirement and re-employment ages are keeping more seniors at work, boosting employment rates and easing labour market pressures.
Can an algorithm build trust? Lightstorm’s CPO on the future of human connection at work
Lightstorm’s Global CPO Kelvin Kong discusses a future where AI-powered mentorship scales leadership development without sacrificing trust and empathy.
Is AI blinding us to hiring great talent?
More candidates are applying than ever, yet finding the right talent is harder as AI brings both precision and new hiring challenges.
To win with GenAI, what CHROs, CLOs and CIOs must do differently
GenAI is not a tool; it’s a transformation. That’s why siloed adoption strategies are failing. Here’s what HR and other leaders can do to align their functions and strategies.