SMEs in Malaysia need more help to recover from COVID-19
Without an extension of a loan moratorium, many SMEs are at risk of closing down, warned the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers.
Could hourly wages be the answer to Thailand’s unemployment woes?
While hourly wages will offer more flexibility in hiring, there are concerns among employers and activists.
Digital transformation on the rise in the Philippines
Driven by wider digital transformation initiatives taken by local enterprises, the ICT market in the Philippines is set for continued growth in 2020.
Unions halt ‘unacceptable’ retrenchment exercise by employer
NTUC, together with three unions, has reached an amicable agreement with a SIA Engineering-linked company on the retrenchment.
Singapore records highest unemployment rate in more than a decade
As of June 2020, there were 90,500 unemployed residents, of whom 79,600 were citizens.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion
The Women in HR Technology sessions will celebrate leading female innovators and entrepreneurs.
SIA Engineering-linked company criticised over handling of layoffs
The company has reportedly laid off 144 workers over three days without providing prior notice or proper reason.
Siemens to 140,000 employees: Where do you want to work?
For 2-3 days a week, Siemens employees are able to choose where they want to work, and it need not be home.
Google employees to work from home until 2021
The tech giant’s announcement will affect “nearly all” of its 200,000 employees, including contractors and full-time workers.
Nearly 65,000 lost jobs this year: Malaysia HR Minister
The Malaysian government has taken steps to help displaced workers find employment by introducing a hiring incentive and training assistance programme.
Japan wants workers to stay at home whenever possible
Japan’s economy minister also called on business leaders to comply with COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
MOM: Helping displaced Singaporeans find jobs “topmost priority”
Minister for Manpower Josephine Teo also expressed her commitment to ensuring essential workers get “fair opportunities” to progress.
WFH for Indian IT companies to continue through 2020
85% of the IT workforce in India have been working from home since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Explore data, platforms and ecosystems
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Nike announces job cuts as part of restructuring
Nike said the new structure would be “nimbler” and “flatter” and lead to a streamlining of its corporate leadership team.
Turning crisis into opportunity: HR leaders, transform thyself
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
SMEs in ASEAN continue digital journey
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the urgent need for businesses to accelerate their digital transformation.
LinkedIn to lay off 6% of global workforce
The company made the announcement after demand for its recruitment products has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Leaders, transform thyselves
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: A new era of EX and Communication
A slew of world’s leading HR thought-leaders will be delving into a new era of HR and the workplace at HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020.
New work-from-home insurance launched in Singapore
The work-from-home insurance policy will cover risks ranging from mental health issues to even tripping over toys.
Australia extends wage subsidy support till 2021
Subsidies will be reduced under the extended program, which is expected to help about 1 million workers and last till 2021.
Globalization Partners expands growth into Asia-Pacific
The company has launched a new Asia-Pacific revenue team and appointed Charles Ferguson as General Manager for the region.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Digital advisory boards go virtual
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
2 in 3 APAC firms implementing staggered return to workplace
APAC employers are taking a more cautious approach to returning to the workplace as compared to global companies.
Singapore employers to receive S$4 billion to pay wages
140,000 employers will be receiving the payout which will add up to a total of S$15 billion disbursed since the first round of support packages.
Many risk being left behind by digitisation
If internet inequality is not adequately addressed, millions around the world could find themselves without a job, warned Microsoft president.
Small and medium-sized businesses struggling to stay afloat
From January to May 2020, more than one-quarter of businesses have closed down because of COVID-19, according to a new report.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Transform faster, get digital now
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards: Nominations filling fast!
Time is ticking to send in your nominations for the coveted HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards. So hurry before the nominations close!