AI advancements are deemed crucial for productivity gains, but concerns over societal impacts have prompted calls for workforce upskilling.
Prolonged exposure to traffic-related factors poses severe health risks, including chronic diseases and premature deaths.
A psychological expert wants employers to look into fine-tuning flexible work arrangements to help mitigate mental health issues.
Malaysia and Singapore are expected to see salaries plateau in 2024, in comparison to some of their neighbours which are expected to increase.
Besides aligning organisational and employee values, HR is also playing a key role to attract and retain the best talent
Housekeeping matters need to be sorted out before the progressive wage policy is implemented across Malaysia, said the Malaysia Employers Federation.
The progressive wage policy will not be implemented in Malaysia arbitrarily, and will take note of the needs of the economy and people.
Salaries will continue to rise steadily in 2024 across certain industries, but challenges persist for organisations to attract new employees.
More needs to be done to address women’s participation in the workforce to boost their pay and address economic challenges.
The inaugural Human Resources Policy aims to shape a resilient labour market to meet future challenges in Malaysia.
Gen AI’s flexibility potential is met with a skills gap challenge in Malaysia, as employers lag in providing essential training.
Key industry and academia leaders in Malaysia have joined forces through the Industry-Academia Collaborative initiative.
The country plans to develop a support system, addressing MSMEs concerns before implementing progressive wage policies.
Having more than one trade union would be helpful in creating a competitive environment to battle for employee rights, a former MP opined.
To address economic issues faced in the country, Malaysia’s Prime Minister is reviewing salaries of employees, starting with civil servants.
The number of job vacancies available in Malaysia rose above the number from earlier this year to record heights in the second quarter of 2023.
The pilot run will involve 1,000 organisations, and the effects of the pilot will be used to evaluate the success of implementing the wage model in Malaysia.
TalentCorp reinforces its commitment to combat graduate unemployment with comprehensive internship frameworks.
As organisations continue to develop key strategies for 2024, a focus on their employees is unlikely to be far from the minds of many HR leaders.
Employers who fire female employees for being on maternity or sick leave during pregnancy will be subject to prosecution, said the Deputy HR Minister.
CHRO Malaysia will provide HR leaders with an opportunity to learn and develop effective people and organisational strategies for 2024.
Enhancing the scheme’s coverage for any unforeseen circumstances is an area of focus, said the Deputy HR Minister.
Mallory Loone, Co-Founder of Work Inspires, discusses the concept of purpose-driven culture and how it can be the foundation block for organisations.
With hiring optimism prevailing, positive salary growth is on the horizon for employees in South-East Asia in 2024.
Thomas Mathew, Group CEO of Talent Corporation Malaysia, highlights the initiatives that are addressing Malaysia's talent challenges.
CHRO Malaysia, supported by Ceridian, ADP, BTS and Workday, empowers HR leaders for workforce transformation in 2024 and beyond.
CHRO Malaysia brings over 150 HR leaders together to explore “HR 2024 and Beyond”, unlocking human development secrets and shaping the future of work.
Malaysia’s King has called for equal learning opportunities for all people as the country looks to achieve a 35% skilled workforce by 2030.
Nearly 29% of sexual harassment reports from men highlight the need for men to acknowledge its seriousness at work and home.
The Malaysia edition of HRM Asia’s CHRO Series 2023 will provide a platform for HR leaders to discuss talent challenges and opportunities.
