HRM Five: Building data literacy across the organisation
It is up to HR professionals to ensure their organisations don’t get left behind in the data-driven future. Here’s a basic how-to to get started.
Indian workers hold ‘biggest’ labour rally in decades
Thousands of Indian workers took to the streets of New Delhi in a protest against “anti-people policies”.
Artificial intelligence to diversify human thinking
A new study finds that many business leaders are optimistic about the impact of artificial intelligence on the future of work.
Cambodia earmarks government jobs for youth
The incoming government of Cambodia is looking to start with a clean slate, and bring the country’s youth into the fold.
Mainland China targets Taiwan’s top tech talent
China’s efforts to recruit Taiwanese engineers — via above-market benefits packages — are beginning to pay off handsomely.
Work-related hearing loss a rising health concern
Prolonged noise pollution at the workplace seems to be giving rise to hearing loss issues among some workers and workplaces in Malaysia.
Alibaba launches talent programme in Singapore
The Alibaba Talent Programme aims to develop the next generation of technology-focused and innovative PhD candidates.
South Korean businesses set to expand hiring
South Korea’s biggest companies are expected to ramp up their hiring plans over September and the fourth quarter of this year.
Hong Kong insurance industry struggling to recruit
Poor job perception is making it harder for businesses to bring in fresh blood at the specialist and middle management levels.
Singapore to train 2,000 professionals for future AI jobs
A further 10,000 Singaporeans, from students to working adults, will also be equipped with AI skills as part of the AI for Everyone programme.
Thailand lifts restrictions on foreign work permit holders
Thailand’s work permits now allow the holders to change employers within Thailand, rather than being tied to their original role and organisation.
Malaysia set to sign labour deal with Nepal
The two countries are close to finalising an agreement which lays out mandates for the supply of Nepalese workers to Malaysia.
HRM Five: Elements of a high-performance team
Building teams that perform and excel together is the goal of every HR professional. Here are a few tips for that journey.
HRM Asia’s top stories for August, 2018
Check out what caught readers’ attention over the month of August, 2018 – from “digital nomadism” to identifying checked out employees.
Philippines Labour Department wants 2,000 more inspectors
The chief enforcer of labour laws across the Philippines is calling for a higher budget and greater resources “on the ground”.
Enjoyable work for all – in the not too distant future?
US-based futurist and technology commentator John Sumser has made a career out of educating the masses on emerging technologies.
Hong Kong reveals priority sectors for foreign talent
The list reveals how Hong Kong hopes to continue developing as a high value-added and diversified economy.
South Korea plans for record spending on jobs creation
South Korea is hoping that increased resources will help to create jobs, especially for women and senior citizens.
Philippines inch towards 100-day paid maternity leave
The proposed law is progressing through the Filipino House of Representatives; one of the country’s two law-making bodies.
Dyson and NTU launch studio to develop engineers
Selected students will get a first, real taste of what it’s like to work as an engineer in a professional environment.
Malaysia halts intake of Bangladeshi workers
The Malaysian government has suspended the national migration system used to hire workers specifically from Bangladesh.
Japan to strictly enforce quota for people with disabilities
A crackdown is set to follow reports that government agencies have been padding their data on how many disabled staff they employ.
Thai employers charged over undocumented workers
154 businesses have been charged after sweeping checks involving almost 2,500 employers and 50,000 foreign workers.
Family status discrimination under fire in Hong Kong
The territory’s Equal Opportunities Commission says employers are still slow to accommodate employees who have to care for family members.
HRM Five: Signs of a checked-out employee
In this latest edition of HRM Five, we explain how HR can identify if an employee is disengaged from their work and the workplace.
Employees form biggest cybersecurity risk
A new study suggests that organisations need to improve cybersecurity education and training provided to employees.
HR Tech Think Tank: Registrations now open
At HRM Asia’s HR Think Tank, delegates will have the chance to immerse themselves in one of eight different HR technology streams.
Goldman Sachs to ship breast milk for travelling staff
The British investment firm will pay for working mothers to courier their expressed breast milk home during business trips.
Australia’s casual workers may be entitled to annual leave
A landmark court ruling has found that “regular casual” workers, including truck drivers, are entitled to annual leave benefits.
Bought-out Uber continuing to recruit in Singapore
Despite closing its Southeast Asian app, the ride-hailing giant looks set to maintain its regional headquarters in the city-state.