Malaysian government wants more locals to replace foreign workers
The Malaysians @ Work programme targets graduates, women and apprentices with incentives for workers and companies to help create 350,000 jobs.
Jim is starting to pay dividends in recruiting
DBS’s chatbot Jim (Job Intelligence Maestro) has shortened the recruitment time and led to better quality candidates for its wealth management team.
Vietnam scrambles to meet skilled labour demand
As the biggest benefactor of the US-China trade war, Vietnam is feeling the squeeze as companies open manufacturing plants in the country.
Get hiring this month
October is the best time to hunt for talent and for jobseekers to send in applications, according to new data from LinkedIn.
Labour helps Singapore hit top spot for competitiveness
The city state overtakes the US to become the most competitive nation in the world, according to the World Economic Forum.
Netflix gives green light to human resources cartoon
The creators of popular ‘’Big Mouth’’ TV series are writing a workplace comedy called ‘’Human Resources” featuring monsters instead of people.
AHDO declares critical mass across Southeast Asia
WIth membership representing two thirds of the regional population, the ASEAN Human Development Organisation is flourishing.
Two Cents: How long will the gig economy last?
“Gig’’ workers are more likely to be those supplementing existing jobs or earning a little income while looking for full-time job.
Bringing ethics into recruitment
A Malaysian recruitment agency is launching a new ethical hiring model that it hopes others in the industry will follow.
Is AI sexist?
With men massively outnumbering women in technology roles, submissive female voice assistants like Alexa could become rife and reinforce stereotypes.
”My dream is to make my coffee auntie a millionaire”
Patrick Liew is a true maverick and innovator when it comes to people management, and has turned his HR function on its head.
Can air taxis save Asia’s congested cities?
A flying air taxi is expected to make its debut over Singapore’s skies later this month but could be more useful in Manila, Kuala Lumpur and Yangon.
Uber launches new app to help find workers
The ride-hailing app is piloting a new service in Chicago that connects employers with temporary workers who want shift work.
Readers Choice Awards: Winners to be revealed on November 1
HRM Asia’s Readers Choice Awards for 2019 are set to be unveiled at a gala ceremony in Singapore on November 1.
PwC continues the digital upskilling trend
The consultancy firm is committing $10 million to develop the technology skills of more than 3,000 staff in Singapore.
Singapore escapes HSBC axe
As 10,000 jobs are cut across the banking group, the Lion City looks to set to survive unscathed in the latest round of downsizing.
Duty-free operator DFS bows to pressure
Hong Kong-based duty-free operator DFS Group has backed down and agreed to pay higher severance pay to laid-off workers in Singapore.
Malaysia and China join forces to boost tech skills
The two Asian countries will cooperate in technical and vocational education training to prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
HRM Five: Why emotional intelligence is a vital metric for hirers
This week’s HRM Five is guest-written by Professor Aarti Ramaswami, a senior academic with the ESSEC Business School in Asia-Pacific.
Accountants and lawyers most fearful of being replaced by robots
Surprisingly, these are the two most searched jobs on a website designed to show which roles are most vulnerable to automation.
WeWork woes continue as people management called into question
After delaying its stockmarket flotation, the coworking office giant is now dealing with the fallout after its controversial CEO steps down.
China set to overtake the US in STEM talent by 2030
The tide is turning when it comes to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics talent, with China now boasting more current students.
Beautiful people having less luck with jobs and salaries
Victoria’s Secret models don’t make the cut all the time! According to new research, average Jane is having her day more often.
Josh Bersin: Untangling the HR technology market
The global analyst was a keynote presenter at HR Technology Conference this week, showcasing some of the biggest opportunities in HR technology.
Two Cents: So what exactly is a DAO and do you need one?
A new organisational model that decentralises power and decision-making is gaining popularity in influential circles.
Top Indian companies go on mass recruitment drives
Companies in India see mass recruitment drives due to vacancies over the years and as workers are more cost-effective.
Bus drivers launch legal action against Singapore’s SBS Transit
A group of bus drivers in Singapore are suing SBS Transit for unpaid wages, and working overtime hours.
From fast food to fast apply
McDonald’s is allowing job seekers to start their application from the comfort of their couch using Alexa or Google Assistant across nine major markets.
New skills framework for financial services launched
Financial institutions are being asked to use it for staff development and workforce planning to keep workers relevant.
Work emails may reveal more than an employee survey
New technology analyses messages to look for how people write to each other rather than what they actually write.