Digital and care skills to see increased demand in Singapore

Skills such as client communication, qualitative analysis, and software design are expected to be in high demand in the next two years.
Self-regulation might resolve Australian gig-economy woes better

Self-regulation in Australia’s gig economy could create collaborative workplaces and innovative relationships beyond the government’s proposals.
CSOs propel shift towards sustainable business practices

Supported by CEOs, CSOs are amplifying sustainability impact and embedding it across organisational operations.
Organisations in Singapore fall behind AI readiness

Those that are looking to navigate AI hurdles in adopting the technology are placing a strong focus on strategy and readiness.
Malaysia to improve social security scheme for self-employed

Enhancing the scheme’s coverage for any unforeseen circumstances is an area of focus, said the Deputy HR Minister.
Trade union coalition in Taiwan calls for pension rate hike

Employees under the current Labour Pension Act are calling for a higher increase in employer contributions to their pension funds.
CHRO Singapore: Embracing culture, tech and mobility

CHRO Singapore will highlight pivotal HR trends optimising HR tech for enhanced employee experience and talent mobility.
SE Asia defines economic slowdown with salary growth projected for 2024

With hiring optimism prevailing, positive salary growth is on the horizon for employees in South-East Asia in 2024.
Record wage surge in Australia faced by minimum wage hike

Wages in Australia achieved a 1.3% surge in Q3’2023, the largest in 26 years, but analysts warn against lasting impact.
Jobseekers in Singapore flock to MNCs for growth and global experience

Amidst a talent crunch, employees in Singapore are seeking to join global MNCs, drawn by career advancement and diverse work environments.
CHRO Malaysia: Gateway to workforce transformation

CHRO Malaysia, supported by Ceridian, ADP, BTS and Workday, empowers HR leaders for workforce transformation in 2024 and beyond.
The Philippines sees increase in full employment

The Philippines is seeing a rise in people with full, permanent employment, despite a rise in unemployment.
Japan city promotes male childcare leave in SMEs

The city of Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture is pioneering Ibaraki’s first initiative, incentivising male SME employees to take childcare leave.
Creativity at work a key to social bonds between employees

Research from the University of Maryland shows that giving employees creative tasks to work on together creates stronger relationship ties.
Human capital issues rise to the forefront of business risks

Human capital’s rise to a top business risk spot in 2023 signals heightened awareness of threats like healthcare costs and talent competition.
ASMPT transforms HR operations with Workday HCM deployment

ASMPT selects Workday HCM to unify HR operations across 32 markets, streamlining global talent management and local regulatory compliance.
International law gaps on menstruation and menopause

A re-evaluation of protections is proposed to address the effects of menstruation and menopause on women’s work rights.
Steering the course for a transformed workforce

Discover HR transformation at CHRO Singapore, where leaders will delve into the future of work, innovation, and inclusive cultures.
Salaries in Singapore to rise in 2024 despite inflation woes

While salaries in 2023 saw a dip in the latter end of the year, employees in Singapore are expected to see an increase in their salaries in the new year.
Wipro mandates partial return to office

Employees of Wipro are told to return to work onsite at least three times a week with effect from 15 November 2023, after the Diwali festival.
Job vacancies in Taiwan hit record high as labour shortage persists

Taiwan’s number of jobs available has risen to 1.04 million this month, with an online job employment platform attributing this to the declining population.
Organisations in Japan urged to consider wage hikes exceeding 4%

As inflation outpaces the highest pay hike in 31 years, Japanese labour unions demand substantial wage increases in the coming year.
Fostering organisational change with human development

CHRO Malaysia brings over 150 HR leaders together to explore “HR 2024 and Beyond”, unlocking human development secrets and shaping the future of work.
Firms in Japan urged to cease pressure tactics on job-hunting students

The University of Tokyo warns against coercive job practices limiting students’ freedom and career choices.
Using private chat messaging at work? Face the consequences

An organisation in China has issued a decree to employees: use WeChat for personal chats at work, and you will be fined or even fired.
The four fundamental principles of employee engagement

Two experts detail advice to employers on how they can create more meaningful engagement moments with their employees.
HRM Asia congratulates Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 winners

Some of Asia’s best HR and HR tech solution providers were recognised at this year’s HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards.
Empowering gender inclusivity in Asian workplaces

Despite an improvement in the workplace environment for women, organisations can do more to create a more gender-inclusive workplace.
Employees in Japan may be some of the unhappiest in the world

Employee wellbeing in Japan is falling far below the global average, with many employees feeling dissatisfied and stressed at work.
AI usage and experience differ across different groups of employee

New research indicates that task-based employees benefited more from AI usage, while senior employees shied away from the technology.