More fathers in Japan encouraged to take paternity leave
Japan’s paternity leave rate jumps to a record 30%, fuelled by government mandates and a growing desire for work-life balance among young employees.
BPMB boosts HR efficiency with Workday HCM deployment
Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhard (BPMB) accelerates its digital transformation with Workday HCM to enhance operational efficiency.
Are your female employees suffering from ‘productivity anxiety’?
One way organisations can empower female employees to thrive is to make employee recognition an organisational practice.
Top five ways employees in Singapore can career cushion
Robert Walters’ Kirsty Poltock offers some key tips for employees who find themselves on the threshold of a job transition.
Breaking down walls: Women ready to assume leadership roles in India
A vast majority of female employees in India are committed to advancing their careers, if only their employers do more to eliminate barriers.
BTS acquires SEAC to bolster SE Asia talent development footprint
Following a US$7.5 million acquisition, SEAC’s team of over 50 experts will join BTS, integrating into BTS Thailand and enhancing BTS Group’s solutions.
CHRO Indonesia 2024: HR leaders seek innovation amidst challenges
CHRO Indonesia 2024 will explore HR strategies, inclusive leadership, and advanced technologies to transform workplaces and drive success.
Employees in Singapore growing increasingly unhappy with jobs
Employees in Singapore prioritise long-term career satisfaction over high salaries yet face significant job-skills mismatches.
Wage growth in Malaysia accelerates amidst economic expansion
Malaysia’s median wage surged to RM2,844 in March, reflecting labour market improvements, despite persistent gender wage disparities.
HR’s human touch: Indispensable in the AI world
AI is transforming HR and increasing the need for human-centric skills such as empathy and critical thinking, says Speexx’s Armin Hopp.
Filtrona makes strides in sustainability and diversity
Filtrona is boosting sustainability with zero waste, renewable energy, and gender diversity initiatives, while strengthening governance.
Four-day or six-day workweek? Why flexibility goes beyond just numbers
Understanding the specific needs and preferences of employees is crucial in defining flexible work, says Dr Jaclyn Lee, CHRO, Certis.
Cultivating a competitive edge through innovation and flexible work
Leadership’s role in shaping the future of work is vital for success, intertwining organisational and individual wellbeing, says SIG’s Angelina Chua.
Men face greater promotion challenges in FWAs
Men on flexible work schedules face greater promotion challenges than women, with 36% experiencing this issue, compared to 27% of women.
Support financially healthy employees by bridging priorities disconnect
Improving the financial wellbeing of employees can increase productivity and help organisations retain their best talent.
How generative AI is empowering today’s workforce
Generative AI is transforming HR in Asia-Pacific by enhancing productivity and efficiency, and firms like DBS Bank and MAS have invested significantly in it.
MEF urges continued remote work for Covid-positive employees
Datuk Syed Hussain of the Malaysian Employers Federation advocates WFH policies for COVID-19-positive employees to prevent the spread of the virus.
Firms in China face legal action for discriminatory pregnancy testing
Despite efforts to address record-low birth rates, some firms in China are avoiding hiring women of childbearing age due to pregnancy concerns.
Protecting disabled people and their rights to work in the Philippines
The Department of Social Welfare and Development emphasises their goal of reducing barriers to work for disabled people.
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.
Upskill, engage, thrive: HR toolkit at CHRO Indonesia 2024
The CHRO Series brings its Indonesia edition to Park Hyatt Jakarta on August 14 to address critical HR challenges and showcase the latest innovations.
Rising numbers of workplace bullying reported in South Korea
Nearly 40,000 cases of workplace bullying have been reported to the Ministry of Employment and Labour in the last five years.
Veremark names Elizabeth Fitzell as Strategic Board Advisor
Elizabeth Fitzell joins Veremark, enhancing the global background screening organisation’s leadership with her extensive industry experience.
HR Tech Fest Awards 2025: Celebrating HR innovation and leadership
HRM Asia presents HR Tech Fest Awards 2025 to celebrate Asia’s top HR leaders for excellence in innovation, leadership, and sustainability.
Flexible work crucial for working parents in Singapore to thrive
Culture Catalyst’s Scott Harrison highlights the need for flexible work in Singapore to support working parents and address low birth rates.
MEF disputes global index score on work-life balance
More organisations in Malaysia have actually started offering more policies that offer employees better work-life balance.
G-Able partners Workday to elevate employee experience
G-Able unifies HR with Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) to streamline operations for global expansion and boost workforce productivity.
Australia launches new DES Performance Framework
The new Disability Employment Services (DES) Performance Framework and Scorecards aim to enhance employment service effectiveness.
Wage hike in the Philippines will displace up to 140,000 employees
Despite this, they will still be able to find new jobs due to a robust job economy, according to the Socioeconomic Planning Secretary.
Job mobility in Australia falls to pre-pandemic levels
Job mobility rates have declined for the first time in three years, reflecting fewer job changes across industries and roles.