South Korean firm pioneers 24/7 childcare to boost employee retention
Hana Financial Group’s dedication to childcare spans beyond new initiatives, with 100 daycare centres built since 2018.
Malaysia allocates RM30m for employees in SMEs to upskill
The grant aims to enhance younger employees in terms of job preparedness and welfare, and to encourage more employers to invest in employees.
Dell to implement a stricter RTO mandate for employees
Employees who choose to work remotely full-time will be ineligible for promotions or new roles, per Dell’s new policy.
The Philippines advances bill for senior employment
A legislation has been proposed to facilitate employment for seniors, with DOLE tasked to match them with suitable jobs.
2 Cents: Love your job, but don’t forget to live your life
Is it myopic for managers to continue to use the willingness to work extra hours as a benchmark to assess the performances of employees?
Human development in the evolving ASEAN workplace
AHDO Human Development Summit redefines HR in ASEAN, merging tradition with human development to empower professionals for the future.
GenAI upskilling for higher productivity and performance
Discover how GenAI has the potential to reshape business and empower employees in an insightful webinar by Coursera for Business.
Malaysia considers cost pressures in minimum wage review
The minimum wage review needs to include stakeholders, employees and employers before being implemented, says FMM President.
Business agility: The golden key to a future-proof workforce
Business agility can unlock the potential for a workforce capable of addressing any challenge, suggests Kris Wadia.
South-East Asia sees an increase in women on the board of directors
While the global rate of females on corporate boards is seeing an uptick of representation, more can be done to raise these numbers.
Singapore develops workplace wellbeing benchmark
Workwell Leaders (WWL) pioneers a benchmark to assess employee wellbeing with the aim to enhance productivity and reduce attrition rates.
Navigating the workforce and skills transformation in the age of AI
Implementing AI and technology is more about managing human emotions than technical deployment.
Have you digitally twinned your employees yet? Or yourself?
Dr CJ Meadows of the S P Jain School of Global Management, explains why digital twins can enhance employee experience and work.
Employers in Singapore plan wage increases and hiring surge
In Q1’2024, 32.6% of organisations in Singapore plan wage increases, while almost half intend to increase headcount.
AI threatens over three million jobs in South Korea
More organisations are gearing up to adopt AI, putting more jobs at risk, particularly positions in management and finance.
Making work life better: The next step on the Dayforce journey
The unifying of the Dayforce brand is amplifying the brand promise to make work life better for people everywhere.
What does it take to succeed and thrive in a VUCA world?
Embracing change and finding meaning in it is vital for leaders and organisations aiming to thrive in a VUCA world, writes Diana Wu David.
Stagnant disability employment costs Australia AU$16 billion annually
Only 53.1% of disabled Australians were employed in 2022, raising concerns about their wellbeing and social inclusion.
Employee mental wellbeing: A corporate growth strategy
Anthea Ong, Founder of WorkWell Leaders, shares how corporate leadership is essential in cultivating a supportive and thriving ecosystem at work.
Mitigating business risks with a self-esteem-based leadership culture
Organisations should create an environment where people want to engage and be fully present, highlights Martin Laschkolnig.
Shaping a more inclusive workplace with payroll and flexibility
The secrets to creating gender pay equality may not be as complicated as it seems if organisations know where to start.
Singapore making progress in narrowing gender pay gap
From 2018 to 2023, Singapore saw a significant reduction in the gender pay gap as more women entered PMET roles.
Mercer study: AI, HR leaders, talent and the ‘art of the possible’
The release of Mercer’s new Global Talent Trends revolves around three themes that elevate the possibilities across workplaces.
Five ways organisations can use AI to supercharge interview scheduling
Conversational AI can help leading organisations turn their interview scheduling into a competitive advantage, says Paradox.
Moulding the future workforce at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024!
The Talent Unleashed theatre will, for two days, be the epicentre of discussions and sharing of how to inspire and transform your employees.
Indonesia boosts employee wellbeing with Fridays off
The initiative from the Indonesian government offers employees two long weekends monthly to emphasise wellbeing in the workforce.
Balancing employer and employee needs in the ever-changing workplace
Rob Squires, VP and Head of Sales for Asia and Japan, Dayforce, shares key findings from Dayforce’s 14th annual Pulse of Talent report.
Paradox announces appointment of Adam Godson to CEO
The organisation has also announced Aaron Matos’ move as Founder to Executive Chairman of the organisation, and will serve as advisor to Godson.
#IWD2024: Inclusivity in the workplace as exemplified by leaders
Shyn Yee Ho-Strangas of PropertyGuru discusses why inclusivity must include leadership, and how they work hand in hand.
Japanese unions demand highest wage hikes in 30 years
Fuelled by inflation and labour shortages, a historic 5.85% wage hike demand has been called for as labour negotiations continue.