The five most-read HRM Asia stories from July 2019
The biggest stories of July included an in-depth look at people and culture within AirAsia, and the comprehensive restructure of Deutsche Bank.
The complex world of flexible benefits and CPF in Singapore
Singapore’s Central Provident Fund payment rules can be confusing. TMF Group’s Aileen Ng shares some of the places where HR can go wrong.
Are slow hiring decisions dragging organisations down?
New research from Gartner shows indecision at the hiring stage could be costing organisations much more than just first chance at the best talent.
Jobless rate for Singapore continues to climb
Singapore’s unemployment rate rose to 3.1% in second quarter statistics released this month, following on from an increase in the first quarter.
Australia seeks to criminalise “wage theft” from employers
Australia is planning new laws that allow for criminal penalties against businesses that underpay their staff or avoid statutory retirement benefits.
South Korea to punish business owners as bullying becomes rife
South Korea has moved to hold business owners more accountable for bullying within their workplaces.
Talents choose Singapore as top location in Asia for work
Talents have cited Singapore as the best location for work in Asia. China has come in second, with Taiwanese and Hong Kong talent preferring it.
Nissan slashes jobs worldwide to cut losses
Nissan is set to cut jobs worldwide in an attempt to reduce financial losses. The car giant has seen its worst results over the first half of the year.
3.3 million now in India’s flexi-workforce
A new report has found India now has 3.3 million people employed in flexible, or contract, roles, with the population set to grow even more.
Celebrity chef to pay back $8 million in staff underpayments
One of Australia’s most famous celebrity chefs will pay back millions to staff of his MADE Establishment restaurant group.
Accommodation for every business traveller
The world may be more digitally connected, but that hasn’t slowed down the need for business travel. Ascott is expanding its brand portfolio in response.
Kenyan employees say healthcare is the best perk
A new study has found that professional workers in Nairobi value company-sponsored healthcare above all other corporate benefits.
The impact of China’s “996” debate on foreign IT companies
Jessie Ye, an Associate Director with TMF Group in China, says IT companies should resist the domestic industry pressure for 12 hours shifts.
Law change creates new recruitment ground
Thanks to a recent law change, some of Japan’s biggest employers are now targeting Southeast Asia labour markets for new recruits.
Unlimited vacation time is becoming a trend
More and more employers in the US are offering open-ended vacation packages as part of their advertised roles, jobs site Indeed has found.
Employers balk at funding paternity leave
A new paternity leave scheme offers new fathers three days leave, but employers are urging the government not to leave them with the bill.
Pressure group calls for guaranteed hours
The Living Wage Foundation in the UK says employers should offer their part-time and casual staff a minimum of 16 hours’ work per week.
Deutsche Bank overhaul to cost 18,000 jobs
Deutsche Bank has announced an unprecedented restructure that will see its global workforce reduced by almost 20%.
US tech unemployment drops to 20-year low
According to the latest figures from the US Bureau of Labour Statistics, the demand for tech talent has reached historic levels.
Readers’ Choice Awards: Nominations now open
The HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards are back again in 2019, with nominations across 23 categories now open to all Asia-Pacific based HR service providers.
Vietnam urged to increase minimum wages
Many say the minimum wage in Vietnam should rise this year, but there is dispute about how much of a jump can be afforded.
Fight over high heels has Japan divided
With a celebrity spokesperson leading the charge, the #kutoo movement is polarising Japan’s workplace conversation.
GE adopts new contingent workforce model
The programme, centred in the US city of Detroit, has already improved the company’s early-development and diversity pipelines.
The five most-read HRM Asia stories from June, 2019
New research, some controversial opinions, and an ominous new trend caught HRM Asia readers’ attention over the past month.
Philippines unions shift focus to employee burnout
The World Health Organisation has formally labelled burnout as a medical condition, and Filipino labour advocates want change.
Swiss women strike for equality in the workplace
Hundreds of thousands of women have downed tools in Switzerland to join an organised strike for greater equality in work.
Here are three takeaways from HR Tech China
HR Tech China featured a stellar lineup of HR leaders, industry experts and well-known business and thought leaders.
Report: Millennials reeling from ‘unrealistic’ workplace demands
Work/life imbalance and data overload can cause younger employees to feel mentally fatigued, a new US survey has found.
Returnship programmes could be the key to plugging skills gaps
Encouraging skilled workers who have taken career breaks back into the workforce could help businesses struggling with skill shortages.
Almost one in three of Singapore’s bosses have demoted employees
A frequently-cited reason for the demotions involved employees who were promoted but struggled to succeed in their new roles.