4 mindset shifts organisations need to drive talent mobility
With talent mobility more important than ever in this new era of work, what are the four mindset shifts organisations need to adopt?
Google to look at hybrid work-from-home models
According to a recent survey done by the company, more than half of its employees want to return to the office, but not everyday.
Singapore to allow more workers to return to workplace
More employees will be allowed to return to the office subject to capacity limits, although work-from-home remains the default mode of working.
More than half of Japanese willing to work beyond retirement age
A recent survey showed that more than half of Japanese workers are willing to delay their retirement age, mainly due to financial concerns.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Leveraging technology in the new world of work
As organisations look to adapt to a new world of work post-pandemic, embracing the right technologies is likely to be key.
Australia expects jobs bounce-back as COVID-19 cases fall
Prime Minister Scott Morrison hopes the declining COVID-19 cases is a sign of better things to come for Australia’s job market.
Singapore won’t run out of jobs, says Minister for Trade and Industry
Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing said Singaporeans should not worry as there are 3.5 million jobs for 2.5 million locals.
Hong Kong’s recovery halted as unemployment rate remains high
Hong Kong continues to grapple with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, with its recovery threatened by a third wave of infection.
Global solution providers to illuminate HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020
An exciting line-up of global solutions providers will share their insights and knowledge at the HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020.
Citigroup to resume retrenchment exercise to reduce costs
The bank had put a pause on its job cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic but will now resume the cost-cutting exercise.
Asia set for prolonged economic recovery period
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Development Bank expects most economies in Asia Pacific to contract in 2020.
Adapting to the “new normal” should not be the end goal for HR
With much of the focus on transitioning to the new normal, HR leaders must not forget to prepare their workforce for what lies ahead.
Tencent to open regional hub in Singapore, hiring started
The company, who has offices in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, sees Singapore as a strategic location to expand its presence in Southeast Asia.
Positive signs for Malaysia as unemployment rate falls
Malaysia saw an improvement in its unemployment rate after the progressive reopening of economic sectors in May.
HR Tech PitchFest 2020: 5 Finalists are out
Find out who the 5 Finalists are for the HR Tech PitchFest 2020, Asia’s most popular platform for HR tech start-ups.
Tata Communications wants to create a connected digital experience
Speaking to HRM Asia, Tata Communications’ Andrew Yeong details how the company is approaching the journey to digital transformation.
Singapore Airlines Group to retrench about 4,300 employees
SIA CEO said it is the “hardest and most agonising decision”, and that the retrenchment will be done in a fair and respectful manner.
About 21 million jobs lost in India over 5 months
Many workers who lost their jobs have resorted to farming, with employment in farming rising by 14 million in August.
Ushering in a new era of learning
This is an exciting and important time for companies to unlearn what they have learnt for so many years in order to adapt to the new normal.
Worst yet to come for Singapore as more layoffs expected
The economic outlook remains uncertain and Singapore has yet to feel the full economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts said.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: What is the future of work in ASEAN?
Key government and business leaders from around ASEAN will provide key insights into how workforces in the region can be reshaped.
Prudential helps organisations build employee-first culture
The company is also introducing a new Group Early Critical Illness coverage this month, which is designed to provide payout for early stage critical illnesses.
What is the future of leadership development in APAC?
The COVID-19 pandemic has steered leadership in a new direction as leaders look to help navigate their organisations in the new normal.
More than 5,000 Singaporeans retrenched in first half of 2020
Manpower Minister Josephine Teo also revealed there were 90,500 unemployed Singaporeans and permanent residents as of June this year.
Empowering people through technology
The International Human Resources Technology Conference 2020 discussed how technology will be key in shaping the future of HR.
Aon forms coalition of companies to help economic recovery
The coalition will collaborate to outline a set of guidelines for businesses and communities to help restart the economy safely.
HR Tech PitchFest 2020: Meet the judges
An esteemed panel of judges will decide from an exciting field of 16, which start-ups are offering the latest innovations in HR tech.
5G technology expected to create 39,000 jobs in Malaysia
The deployment of 5G would contribute up to RM12.7 billion between 2021 and 2025 to the Malaysia’s economy.
Philippines’ unemployment rate declines as economy reopens
The reopening of the economy in the Philippines has helped the country reduce its unemployment numbers.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Rethinking Learning and Development
Find out from some of the top HR thought leaders what employers should be doing to upskill the workforce in the new normal.