GM streamlines the recruitment process to hire the best talent
General Motors is automating interview scheduling with Paradox’s conversational AI assistant, resulting in a more efficient and positive candidate experience.
How organisations can build a culture of equity
Prioritising female employees’ health and safety can help organisations create an open and supportive work culture.
Hybrid work empowering women in the workforce
The option of hybrid work has given women the flexibility to make key decisions to advance their careers, while achieving better work-life balance.
#IWD2023: Embracing equity and equality as cultural cornerstones
Patsy Ng, Vice President for Human Resources – Asia-Pacific at Hilton, discusses her strategies on cultivating a culture of equity.
#IWD2023: Achieve gender equity by acknowledging the roles women play
Koh Yan Ping, CEO of Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), outlines strategies to promote gender equity in Singapore.
More flexibility for employees in South Korea to choose when to work
Plans to revise the current 52-hour workweek will afford employees more control over how they manage their working hours.
Gender imbalance fuels skills shortages in Australia’s workforce
Australia has set targets to increase women’s participation in male-dominated industries to address skills shortages.
#IWD2023: Technology holds the key to achieving gender equity
Aisha Islam, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Solutions Centre, Mastercard, shares insights on empowering women in the workplace.
#IWD2023: Ensuring equity and respect for all employees
Shylaja Bhat, Director HR Business Partner – Platform Foundation, HERE Technologies, discusses her strategies in prioritising equity and respect.
Breaking down borders: klikit finds hiring solution with Deel
Chris Withers, Founder and CEO of klikit, shares how Deel’s platform helped the F&B software start-up hire globally while expanding across Asia-Pacific.
Workday promotes Paul Henaghan to drive regional growth
He brings over 20 years of enterprise tech experience to his new role as President of Asia-Pacific and Japan, leading Workday’s regional sales efforts.
Empowering HR teams to build a more supportive work culture
Many HR professionals in Singapore are experiencing burnout and need more mental wellbeing support from their organisations, according to a new survey.
#IWD2023: Uncovering bias the first step for inclusive workplaces
Alyssa Wang, HR Director, Asia-Pacific, ADM, elaborates on DE&I through equitable hiring and empowering women to lead.
#IWD2023: Inclusion should be a mindset for everyone
Evelyn Tay, VP of Comms, Sustainability and Public Affairs, foodpanda, highlights her focus on promoting employee wellbeing and sustainability initiatives.
Future-proofing the workforce can start from within
Taking a skills-based approach to investing in the future of employees is the best enabler to future-proof an organisation, says Anne Fulton.
Fostering an inclusive and resilient job market in Singapore
Employees in Singapore have been encouraged to prioritise their career development by improving their skills to stay competitive and relevant.
#IWD2023: Creating a gender-inclusive workplace
Lee Minjoo, Head of Marketing, Deliveroo Singapore, shares strategies for creating a culture of ownership and inclusivity.
2 Cents: Happy employees, happy company
Organisations that fail to listen to and address the concerns and challenges faced by employees are at risk of losing their best talent.
#IWD2023: Empower all individuals to embrace equity
Gillian Tan, COO of Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, shares how her organisation is cultivating diversity and providing equitable pathways for women.
NSW moves to empower more women in the workforce
The Australian state has introduced a new programme aimed at providing more opportunities for women to thrive in the workplace.
Amazon employees remain divided over return-to-office policy
A group of employees have rallied behind the call to return to office, after a bigger group had rejected Amazon’s attempts to wind down remote work.
People Experience at the heart of the Sony employee journey
One of the best ways to retain talent is to align DE&I with employee experience, says Sony Music Entertainment’s Wendy Weehuizen.
Employers be warned: Your employees may be on the move soon
2023 is likely to remain a jobseekers’ market in South-East Asia and Hong Kong, with employees confident of finding alternative employment.
Build a socially responsible workplace through employee development
Dr Virgel C. Binghay, Co-Founding Member, AHDO Philippines, highlights how human development can be improved across organisations.
Malaysia takes steps to protect gig workers’ welfare
Malaysia plans to include gig workers in a social security scheme and is considering specific legislation to safeguard their welfare.
Services 2030 strategy to create more job opportunities in Singapore
The launch of the Professional Services Industry Transformation Map 2025 will help to grow talent in Singapore’s professional services sector.
Accelerating sustainability: ESG and the roles of the CHRO
Speaking with HRM Asia, Joanne Flinn, Chairwoman of the ESG Institute, explains why ESG is becoming a business imperative for organisations.
Employees in Australia show mixed trust in workplace AI
While the use of AI in workplaces has increased, many employees in Australia remain sceptical of AI’s use at work, including for HR management.
Stay employed by being relevant, employees in Malaysia told
Employees in Malaysia have been urged to do their part to stay productive so that they can continue to contribute to their organisation’s success.
More help on the way for employees in Singapore
Singapore is considering initiatives and schemes that will provide wide-ranging support and opportunities for employees in the country.