Equality bill receives support in the Philippines
Government agencies have endorsed the Sogie equality bill, which includes provisions to protect against gender-based workplace discrimination.
Building a distributed workforce for organisational success
Jane Lee, Head of Asia-Pacific Sales at Remote, highlights the importance of building a global talent marketplace to attract and retain the best talent.
Know your employee’s personality before designing office space
Workspace design that prioritises the employee’s personality and environment may boost their productivity and satisfaction.
Singapore considers re-employment support for retrenched employees
The scheme aims to ensure that jobseekers find jobs that most accurately match their skillset and offer the best growth opportunities.
Why gender equity in tech matters more than ever
Kawal Preet, President, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa region, FedEx Express, calls for gender equity and equal opportunities for all in the workplace.
More security safeguards needed for global payroll systems
With more global organisations hit by cybersecurity breaches in recent times, more payroll leaders are recognising the importance of data security.
Paessler names new leaders to boost APAC and Americas growth
Paessler welcomes Tobias Jaenchen as Vice President Asia-Pacific and Americas, and Manuela Roth as Global Channel and Key Account Manager.
Attracting and retaining the best talent with design thinking
Dr CJ Meadows will be at HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 to explain why design thinking is becoming a top priority for high-performing HR teams today.
Japan’s real wages experiences biggest drop in almost a decade
Despite the government’s efforts to push for higher pay, real wages for employees has continued to fall because of inflation.
GM streamlines the recruitment process to hire the best talent
General Motors is automating interview scheduling with Paradox’s conversational AI assistant, resulting in a more efficient and positive candidate experience.
How organisations can build a culture of equity
Prioritising female employees’ health and safety can help organisations create an open and supportive work culture.
Hybrid work empowering women in the workforce
The option of hybrid work has given women the flexibility to make key decisions to advance their careers, while achieving better work-life balance.
#IWD2023: Embracing equity and equality as cultural cornerstones
Patsy Ng, Vice President for Human Resources – Asia-Pacific at Hilton, discusses her strategies on cultivating a culture of equity.
#IWD2023: Achieve gender equity by acknowledging the roles women play
Koh Yan Ping, CEO of Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), outlines strategies to promote gender equity in Singapore.
More flexibility for employees in South Korea to choose when to work
Plans to revise the current 52-hour workweek will afford employees more control over how they manage their working hours.
Gender imbalance fuels skills shortages in Australia’s workforce
Australia has set targets to increase women’s participation in male-dominated industries to address skills shortages.
#IWD2023: Technology holds the key to achieving gender equity
Aisha Islam, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Solutions Centre, Mastercard, shares insights on empowering women in the workplace.
#IWD2023: Ensuring equity and respect for all employees
Shylaja Bhat, Director HR Business Partner – Platform Foundation, HERE Technologies, discusses her strategies in prioritising equity and respect.
Breaking down borders: klikit finds hiring solution with Deel
Chris Withers, Founder and CEO of klikit, shares how Deel’s platform helped the F&B software start-up hire globally while expanding across Asia-Pacific.
Workday promotes Paul Henaghan to drive regional growth
He brings over 20 years of enterprise tech experience to his new role as President of Asia-Pacific and Japan, leading Workday’s regional sales efforts.
Empowering HR teams to build a more supportive work culture
Many HR professionals in Singapore are experiencing burnout and need more mental wellbeing support from their organisations, according to a new survey.
#IWD2023: Uncovering bias the first step for inclusive workplaces
Alyssa Wang, HR Director, Asia-Pacific, ADM, elaborates on DE&I through equitable hiring and empowering women to lead.
#IWD2023: Inclusion should be a mindset for everyone
Evelyn Tay, VP of Comms, Sustainability and Public Affairs, foodpanda, highlights her focus on promoting employee wellbeing and sustainability initiatives.
Future-proofing the workforce can start from within
Taking a skills-based approach to investing in the future of employees is the best enabler to future-proof an organisation, says Anne Fulton.
Fostering an inclusive and resilient job market in Singapore
Employees in Singapore have been encouraged to prioritise their career development by improving their skills to stay competitive and relevant.
#IWD2023: Creating a gender-inclusive workplace
Lee Minjoo, Head of Marketing, Deliveroo Singapore, shares strategies for creating a culture of ownership and inclusivity.
2 Cents: Happy employees, happy company
Organisations that fail to listen to and address the concerns and challenges faced by employees are at risk of losing their best talent.
#IWD2023: Empower all individuals to embrace equity
Gillian Tan, COO of Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, shares how her organisation is cultivating diversity and providing equitable pathways for women.
NSW moves to empower more women in the workforce
The Australian state has introduced a new programme aimed at providing more opportunities for women to thrive in the workplace.
Amazon employees remain divided over return-to-office policy
A group of employees have rallied behind the call to return to office, after a bigger group had rejected Amazon’s attempts to wind down remote work.