Employees in Singapore advised against travel to China
In Singapore’s latest measure to contain the outbreak of the Wuhan virus, the Ministry of Manpower has advised employees and employers against travelling to China.
It’s all about the “teams” culture at Cisco
There’s a reason why Cisco is voted the best place to work globally. And that has to do with the focus on its “teams” which is the bedrock of its culture.
More residents doing freelance jobs in Singapore
Uncertainties in the job market has seen more Singapore citizens and permanent residents turn to freelancing as their main employment last year.
Unemployment rates in Singapore edge up
Singapore saw their average unemployment rate go up in 2019 but there was growth in its employment rate as well, according to the Ministry of Manpower.
Shell’s HR transformation journey
It’s been quite a journey for Shell as it transforms its traditional HR function and people strategies in this increasingly digital world.
HP-NTU lab to advance digital manufacturing and upskill workers
The HP-NTU Digital Manufacturing Corporate Lab will look to help advance digital manufacturing and supply chain operations as well as upskill workers.
Asia lags behind in Global Talent Competitiveness
Singapore is the sole Asian nation in the top 10 of the 2020 Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) launched by INSEAD.
Asian companies recognised for gender equality efforts
The Bloomberg Gender Equality Index (GEI) recognised 325 companies for their gender equality efforts, out of which 34 are from Asia.
Snaphunt aims to be go-to hiring platform in Asia
We often ask “Did you Google it?”. Now Snaphunt founder and CEO Tulika Tripathi wants people to ask “Did you Snaphunt it?” when it comes to hiring.
Thousands of Indonesian workers protest against changes to labour laws
Several thousands of workers in Indonesia held a rally to protest against the proposed changes to the labour law, which is seen as a barrier for foreign investment.
SHRI appoints Alvin Aloysius Goh as Executive Director
The Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI), a not-for-profit, professional HR body in Singapore, has appointed Alvin Aloysius Goh as its new Executive Director.
Two Cents: Mind the Gender Pay Gap
Women are still earning less than men in today’s workforce. But why is that so in the diverse and inclusive society we claim we are?
Singaporean women earn 6% less than men
Women working in Singapore earn 6% less in medium salary compared to men, according to the latest report by the Ministry of Manpower.
Tax rates in South East Asia: Philippines has highest tax
How much are individuals and businesses being taxed in South East Asia? Read more to find out how much tax different countries are imposing.
Employer’s guide to dismissal laws in South East Asia
Employee dismissals can be a tricky and risky thing. It’s important for employers to know what are the dismissal laws in the country they operate in.
Singapore employers urged to give “sustainable and fair” bonuses
With civil servants getting the lowest year-end bonus in a decade, employers are urged to give bonuses based on their companies’ performances.
Grab and Singtel join forces to start digital bank
Ride hailing firm Grab will be partnering telco Singtel to form a new consortium to apply for a digital banking license in Singapore.
Over 140,000 found jobs on JobsMalaysia
Malaysian Department of Labor announced that over 140,000 jobs have been matched on its jobs portal JobsMalaysia from January to November this year.
2019 Review: A year of digital transformation
2019 has been a year of digital transformation across the region and HRM Asia has got it all covered. Here are the top digitalisation stories of the year.
2019 Review: A year of ups and downs
Let’s take a look back on some of the biggest news in the region that have made 2019 one of the most defining years in the employment world.
Laid-off Indonesian workers get $4 million severance pay
Over 2000 Indonesia garment industry workers have been given a $4 million severance pay after their employer shut down its factory in 2018.
Looking back at 2019: HRM Asia’s biggest features
From exclusive case studies to the biggest HR interviews, here are five of the favourite pieces that caught readers’ eyes throughout the year of 2019.
Five of the Best: Leadership Development Providers
HRM Asia presents five of the best Leadership Development providers, offering best-in-class programmes to organisations in Southeast Asia.
Readers Choice 2019: Best Recruitment Outsourcing Solution
Resource Solutions was named the best of the field in the Best Recruitment Outsourcing Solution category at this year’s Readers Choice Awards.
Readers Choice 2019: Best HR Tech – Expense Management System
Times Software was the winner of the Gold Trophy for Best HR Tech – Expense Management System at the 2019 Readers Choice Awards
Readers Choice 2019: Best HR Tech – Outsourcing Solution
BIPO Service has won the Gold Award for Best HR Tech – Outsourcing Solution at the 2019 Readers Choice Awards.
Readers Choice 2019: Best Corporate Healthcare Solution
Alliance Healthcare won the Best Corporate Healthcare Solution gold prize at the 2019 Readers Choice Awards.
Introducing R “Ray” Wang: The ultimate Silicon Valley insider
Silicon Valley business analyst , best-selling author, and technology commentator R “Ray” Wang is set to join the lineup for HR Tech Festival Asia 2020.
Readers Choice 2019: Best Serviced Apartment
Village Residence Robertson Quay. by Far East Hospitality, won the Best Serviced Apartment prize at the 2019 Readers Choice Awards.
Readers Choice 2019: Recruitment and Applicant Tracking System
TalentMind is named the Best HR Tech – Recruitment and Applicant Tracking System in the 2019 HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards.