The gig economy: Balancing fairness, sustainability and untapped potential
VaynerMedia’s Dawn Wong emphasises the importance of deliberate revisions in classifications and compensations in the gig economy.
Indonesia weighs in on long holidays affecting productivity
Indonesia debates on whether the number of national holidays and collective leave is beneficial for the country’s productivity and competitiveness.
Embracing AI in healthcare: Preparing the workforce for the future
TTSH’s A/Prof Ng Yih Yng discusses AI’s role in revolutionising healthcare, emphasising strategic integration and workforce adaptation.
Malaysia outlines key areas to safeguard gig workers’ welfare
The Malaysian HR Ministry emphasises crucial steps for the Gig Workers Commission, spanning legislation, grievance mechanisms, and more.
Organisations in Japan see biggest wage increase in three decades
Pay hikes in Japan are exceeding or meeting the initial target of a 5% increase set by organisations to address rising prices.
Wage floors must be set in APEC economies to protect women
To encourage more women within the Asia-Pacific region to participate in the workplace, wages have to remain competitive enough.
SoftBank tests AI to reduce call centre employee stress
The Japanese telco giant prioritises employee wellbeing by testing AI software that modulates customer call tones for a calmer agent experience.
G-P and ADP expand partnership to simplify global talent management
The partnership integrates HR technologies to streamline global expansion, addressing compliance and payroll challenges for international hiring.
Mental health at work: Building an engaged and healthy workforce
Larisa Beckhouse Okeke, Cigna International Health, discusses how HR professionals can help inculcate good mental health practices at work.
Deel and Carta forge partnership to simplify global equity administration
The integration between both platforms enables the syncing of equity events to simplify global payroll and tax compliance for multinational organisations.
Young employees propel generative AI adoption in Asia-Pacific
Approximately 1.1 billion work hours are projected to be impacted annually by AI, and it is the young generation who are driving this trend.
Leveraging change for long lasting impact in organisations
Steve Boese discusses how HR Leaders can take advantage of changing societal norms and embrace change for the future.
Raise wages to resolve hiring issues, urges Japanese government
A new government paper is urging small-to-medium organisations in Japan to push for wage increases to curb labour shortage.
StarHub drives growth and fosters future-ready workforce with AI
StarHub’s Tan Toi Chia highlights the role AI plays in helping employees become more efficient and competitive.
How world-class learning journeys foster organisational agility
Embracing a growth mindset of organisational agility, SoftEd’s Craig Smith and ICAgile’s Shannon Ewan emphasise the importance of continuous learning.
Gender norms skewing workplace family-friendly policies in Australia
Perceived gender norms are affecting family-friendly workplace policies, giving female employees more of a disadvantage in caregiving duties.
Malaysia’s public sector wage hike sparks private sector wage debate
Industry leaders in Malaysia say the private sector already adjusts salaries regularly and expects market forces to drive future increases.
More job applicants prioritise time in lieu for working overtime
When it comes to applying for positions in Australia, applicants are pushing for better time compensation if they work overtime.
The Philippines’ DOLE cautions against nationwide wage increase
Labour Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma stresses the need for balance in wage increases and urges for Congress action amid rising commodity prices.
Announcing HRE’s 2024 Top 100 HR Tech Influencers
The Top 100 HR Tech Influencers list, now in its sixth year, recognises the most influential HR tech leaders and experts.
Singapore upholds fair compensation in flexible work
Ministers have advocated for fair compensation, while challenging the notion of reduced pay on flexible work arrangements.
More working mothers demand support for better work-life balance
Organisations and employers can, and should, do more to help working mothers in South-East Asia achieve work-life balance.
DBS reimagines workspaces for the hybrid era
Erwin Chong is spearheading the bank’s pioneering approach to hybrid workspaces, emphasising employee-centric design and collaboration.
More flexible jobs on offer for new mothers in China
More Chinese provinces are encouraging organisations to create more flexible jobs for new mothers to encourage childbirth.
Employees in South Korea fear AI takeover
Nearly a third of employees in South Korea believe AI will eventually replace them, with almost half expecting it within the next six to 10 years.
Happiness gap in Asia-Pacific: Can HR bridge the divide?
A study has outlined emerging generational gaps in happiness trends across Asia-Pacific and underscores the need for tailored HR strategies.
National HR Policy Framework introduced in Malaysia
To address key workforce and HR issues, the Malaysian government has launched the National Human Resource Policy Framework.
Organisations in Singapore ahead of neighbours in AI usage
Organisations in Singapore are faster than their counterparts within the region to adopt AI processes, more action is required to stay ahead of the curve.
More employees in Australia subject to online sexual harassment
A new study from a women’s research group has shown that workplace sexual harassment is now occurring via tech platforms.
Side hustles surge in South Korea as wages remain stagnate
In Q1’2024, more employees in South Korea embrace side jobs, with shifts among younger demographics being most prevalent.