Wage hikes will be sustainable for businesses: Japanese PM
The Japanese government is focused on accelerating wage growth and has vowed more support to help businesses cope.
How organisations can develop their next-generation leaders
Millennials and Gen Z employees can grow into great leaders if organisations understand their priorities and what they care about in the workplace.
More firms in Singapore utilise wage credits to employ disabled employees
New programmes and initiatives such as the Enabling Employment Credit have been essential in helping more disabled people get employed.
Rehiring former employees gaining momentum in Japan
Citing reasons such as better employee match and understanding of organisational style, more firms in Japan are welcoming back ex-employees.
Workday and Jabil partner to revolutionise HR processes
Leveraging Workday Human Capital Management ushers in a new era of streamlined HR processes and data-driven decision-making for Jabil.
NZ drives workforce development with Apprenticeship Boost
The initiative has aided 62,000 apprentices and bridged skills gaps while bringing mutual benefits for jobseekers and organisations.
Driving sustainability and net zero goals in Malaysia
The newly launched iESG Framework aims to expedite sustainability goals within seven years, with Phase 1.0 spanning from 2024 to 2026.
Proposed minimum wage hike in Thailand receives backlash
Economists and employer groups are cautioning that an excessive minimum wage raise will be detrimental for both employers and employees alike.
Small-sized firms slowing down employment of women in India
Bigger organisations are more likely to hire women in comparison to smaller ones, and one of the reasons is due to non-wage benefits.
Amazon clamps down on employees defying RTO mandate
To ensure compliance with the return-to-office mandate, Amazon employees will reportedly be monitored by individual badge swipes into buildings.
Indonesia prioritises upskilling to navigate AI challenges
The rising influence of AI is prompting Indonesia to prioritise workforce development, particularly the upskilling and reskilling of employees.
Bridging the wage and skills gap in Singapore
The labour movement has called for more support to help low-wage employees overcome respect issues, stagnant wages, and limited training opportunities.
WFH no longer an option for TCS employees
Tata Consultancy Services has reportedly told employees that they will need to be physically in offices for the entire workweek.
Employees in Malaysia urged to focus on reskilling and upskilling
The Malaysian Employers Federation has encouraged employees to upgrade their skills as more firms embrace new technologies in the workplace.
Indonesia promotes female leadership for workplace inclusivity
A focus on women’s unique qualities should be promoted in leadership to boost productivity and economic inclusiveness, says the Manpower Minister.
Navigating social risks in the multicultural business landscape
Singapore’s upcoming Workplace Fairness Legislation is heralding a key workplace shift, prompting a focus on equitable workplaces.
Simon Tate appointed as President of Asia-Pacific, Workday
Tate will be coming onboard the position at Workday to oversee the region of Asia-Pacific, with effect from November 6, 2023.
A people-first focus for a connected workplace: HR Tech Fest Connect 2023
Asia’s largest HR and work tech conference examined post-pandemic workforce challenges and offered key insights for HR leaders to grow their organisation.
Income struggles compelling older South Koreans to stay employed
As South Korea’s elderly population surges, financial hardship is becoming a pressing issue, particularly among those aged 65 or older.
Skills upgrading drives new employment law in the Philippines
MSMEs are also set to benefit from the new law by receiving more support to invest in areas such as digital technologies.
Employers in Malaysia seek guidelines for wage policy implementation
More transparency is needed to ensure proposed cash incentives are not abused and are properly utilised, employers argue.
Why good employees in South-East Asia leave for overseas
More employees are seeking better career opportunities by moving overseas, and employers can do more to retain their best talent.
Developing successful talent strategies in a distributed work era
HR dynamics and the distributed workforce dominated at a recent Darwinbox roundtable, sparking discussion around reimagining productivity.
Singapore explores enhanced support system for the unemployed
More government-funded aid is in the pipeline to support displaced employees, with an emphasis on skills development and job search.
Malaysia encourages wage policy compliance with cash incentives
The Progressive Wage Policy aims to enhance workforce productivity through skills training, benefitting both employees and employers.
Unlocking potential and empowering minds through employee engagement
A new project launched by Rothman & Roman aims to present the best employee engagement and communication practices in Singapore.
Hybrid work driving higher productivity and workforce inclusivity
More organisations are introducing diverse work styles, including hybrid and mobile work, to enhance employee satisfaction.
Empowering HR leaders to build an engaged and resilient workforce
You can still register for the highly anticipated HR Tech Fest Connect 2023, which is taking place on Wednesday, September 2023!
Employees with differing needs seek supplementary employment in Japan
With encouragement from the government, two groups of employees have emerged as most likely to seek secondary jobs in Japan.
Australia’s National Skills Passport looks to retrain, renew, and reskill
One of the key objectives of the new initiative is to promote lifelong learning amongst employees in Australia amongst a skill shortage.