HR Fest Awards 2024 crowns Asia’s best HR leaders and teams
The winners of HR Fest Awards 2024 were announced at a live awards ceremony during HR Tech Festival Asia 2024.
New FWA regulations in Singapore aim to foster workforce retention
New regulations ensure that flexible work requests are taken into consideration to maximise the potential and retention of its workforce.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 2
The second day of HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 continues, with more experts discussing pressing HR issues within APAC and beyond.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 1
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 opens in Singapore today, featuring industry leaders and discussions on pressing HR issues.
Overqualified employees find career fulfilment through passion
Employees feeling overqualified and lacking harmonious passion are more likely to leave, while passionate ones stay committed.
Young South Koreans shun SMEs despite high youth unemployment
A seismic change is evident in South Korea’s SME landscape as young employees dwindle and older generations take centre stage.
New Zealand leads the authorship of AI international framework
The framework is the first of its kind aimed at global policy-makers to make decisions regarding AI and its risks.
Hong Kong not implementing FWAs across all organisations
The city will not be employing hybrid work arrangements on a government-level due to various reasons.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 opens tomorrow
Be at the forefront of workplace transformation at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024, where cutting-edge technologies meet innovative HR strategies.
AI tool predicts employee turnover risk
An AI tool developed in Tokyo utilises advanced algorithms to analyse diverse employee data, predict turnover, and offer tailored solutions.
Can hard, continuous, repetitive work reduce dementia?
Repetitive grinding can not just boost careers but also protect employee cognition and prevent dementia.
Samsung and SK Group’s six-day week for execs raises concerns
Samsung and SK Group’s imposition of a six-day workweek for executives has sparked concern over employee wellbeing and corporate culture norms.
Calls for strong flexible work laws in Malaysia
A labour group in Malaysia has stressed the need to revise regulations, citing employer dominance in work arrangement decisions.
Malaysia enacts flexible working arrangements for employees
Malaysia’s Minister of Human Resources Steven Sim has reaffirmed employees’ rights to flexible work arrangements and urged for employers’ compliance.
Strong social connections key to expat success
Compared to their home-based peers, employees who live and work overseas are more likely to excel in fostering connections and enthusiasm at work.
AI skills set to boost productivity and wages in New Zealand
Employees in New Zealand will be expected to use AI in their workplace, yet organisations are unable to hire employees with the required skillsets.
Measurement of employee performance lags despite recognition
While many organisations are looking into finding better ways to categorise employee performance, they are still not meeting expectations.
Employees in Australia can double their annual leave in a new proposal
Employees could apply for more work flexibility at the expense of their pay in a new plan supported by employers and unions.
Stress management strategies for workplace wellbeing
Organisations may integrate stress-reducing into their strategies to address the impact of the stress cycle on employee health.
Private sector in the Philippines urged to adopt earned wage access
Expanding earned wage access can alleviate financial burdens for employees in the Philippines, combatting widespread financial challenges.
Singapore mandates formal FWA request process for employers
Employers must give their decision on any flexible work arrangement request within two months, with an explanation given for rejection.
Unveiling the future of work with innovative solutions and rising stars
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 in Singapore offers HR professionals the latest technology and solutions to address workplace challenges.
Employees in Malaysia prioritise wellbeing and growth
Younger generations in Malaysia, notably Gen Z and Millennials, are increasingly concerned about career stagnation and job security.
FWAs disrupt creativity and innovation, says Nike CEO
Nike’s CEO has attributed the organisation’s lack of success these last few years to employees having to work remotely.
Ageing business leaders pose succession challenges in Japan
With leaders in organisations in Japan hitting an average age of 60.5, transitions remain scarce as only 3.8% successfully transitioned in 2023.
South Korea’s job growth slows to a three-year low
South Korea’s employment saw a modest rise, up 173,000 year-on-year in March, marking the lowest increase since February 2021.
Implementing step-by-step processes for AI regulation
HR plays a critical role in helping organisations implement responsible artificial intelligence (AI) guiding principles to use AI safely.
HR and sustainability: Are we ready to lead the charge?
HR faces mixed views on leading sustainability, with experts urging skill development and a focus on building a sustainable culture.
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore appoints new Director of HR
Audrey Lim will be overseeing as the Director of Human Resources at the Ritz Carlton, Millennia Singapore, and brings over 20 years of experience.
Veremark secures new round of investments worth US$3M
The new investment will be essential to Veremark’s continued client acquisition as well as to help develop its screening technology.