EtonHouse: “Treating staff like our children”
The founder and managing director of EtonHouse International explains the similarities between nurturing staff and students.
Are holograms the future of recruitment?
As HR becomes more technology-focused, holograms could make the leap from Hollywood movies to a real-life recruitment tool.
Being a pilot isn’t so glamorous anymore
Once a dream job, the role of captain or first officer of the skies is now far more automated and routine, says AirAsia HR chief.
Culture and digital transformation on show at CHRO Series Singapore
The fourth installment of CHRO Series in Singapore took place at the Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel on November 13.
What are the most in-demand jobs in banks?
Candidates in seven contract roles are the most sought after within the financial services sector, and surprisingly they aren’t all in technology.
Spy agency lauded for empowering social mobility
Surprises all round as Britain’s overseas secret service named as a key employer driving social mobility in the UK.
Microsoft: Transformation is not a one-off event
Microsoft is five years into its digital and cultural transformation explaining it’s a continual journey that must involve all stakeholders from the top down.
Who’s in the sweet spot for a salary rise?
While most employees won’t see a pay rise next year, specialist technology positions will get salary uplifts according to recruitment firm.
Adidas shifts high-tech factories to Asia
The sportswear maker will be moving its robot technology to Asia and closing down two modern plants in Germany and the US.
Wage defaults in the spotlight across China
Authorities in China are doubling down on national efforts to eradicate wage defaults across the economy.
“Appalling and outdated”: Blowback from EY’s training for women
A training session from over a year ago has caused some public relations headaches for consulting firm EY.
Bing reinvents itself as internal search for companies
Microsoft is shifting its search engine Bing from a general-purpose tool to focus on catering to businesses.
Women demand their right to wear glasses at work in Japan
Japanese women have taken to Twitter to voice outcry after reports that employers are imposing bans on spectacles in the workplace.
Public workers in Rome strike across the city
The Italian capital was hit by multiple public sector strike actions, as trade unionists continue their fight against the new Mayor.
Five of the Best: HR Information Systems
HRM Asia presents five of the best HR Information Systems currently helping organisations administer HR processes, while keeping employees engaged.
Five of the Best: HR Information Systems
HRM Asia presents five of the best HR Information Systems currently helping organisations administer HR processes, while keeping employees engaged.
‘’Building an innovation lab doesn’t make you innovative’’
The majority of digital transformations fail because companies focus too much on the technology and structures not enough on the people involved.
Investment bank offers fertility treatment to staff
Goldman Sachs extends its already-generous employee benefits to include purchasing eggs from donors.
National skills registry launches in India
The Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Ministry has an ambitious plan to catalog the skills of more than 20 million trained adults.
Here’s why McDonald’s turmoil may also be an HR opportunity
A new CHRO could seize the chance to address the sexual harassment allegations suddenly plaguing the company.
Singapore’s best places to work revealed
A total of 13 companies make the cut with exceptional workplace culture practices including a hotel, delivery firm and recruitment agency.
Massive Asia-Pacific free-trade pact to go ahead without India
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) includes 15 member countries and covers half the world’s population.
Expat sues Japanese broker over parental leave
Paternity leave is guaranteed under Japanese law, but few employees attempt to utilise it. One Canadian expat says that led to an uncomfortable workplace.
Should you ban sugary drinks in the workplace?
Companies are taking on more responsibility to supervise their employees’ diets when at work to help them make healthy choices.
Boards in Asia just paying ‘’lip service’’ to talent and people
Asian boardrooms talk a lot about putting people first but few of them actually do anything about it, says new report.
Microsoft Japan joins the 4-day week club
As part of a Work-Life Choice Challenge the tech giant saw an impressive 40% rise in sales along with a 23% fall in electricity usage.
General Motors strike in the US ends after 40 days
The nationwide strike affected more than 50 assembly plants throughout the US, but was ended on October 16.
How do you appeal to five different generations and keep costs down?
Companies need to design employee benefit programmes that engage their multi-generational staff without breaking the bank.
Is your office space geared up for tech talent?
Digital and tech skills are in hot demand across all industries, so you need to make sure you have built a workplace for them to be at their best.
Should an employer act over a viral video?
Investment bank JP Morgan finds itself in the spotlight as footage of employee clashing with security guard goes viral in Singapore.