5 reasons to prioritise employee experience during hard times
While many companies are focused on their businesses during these tough times, they should not forget about engaging their employees.
COVID-19 puts 25 million jobs at risk
International Labour Organisation paints bleak picture of major labour market and economic crisis emerging from COVID-19.
SIA makes 96% capacity cuts as COVID-19 disrupts global travel
Singapore’s flag carrier will ground 138 SIA and SilkAir aircraft, out of a total fleet of 147, as border controls continue to be tightened around the world.
60% of Singapore workers seek new employment during working hours
Respondents to Randstad survey admitted to searching for new jobs or speaking with recruiters while at work.
EngageRocket raises $3 million investment
With the cash injection, the Singapore-based HR tech startup looks to improve people analytics capability across Southeast Asia.
SAP SuccessFactors appoints Jill Popelka as new President
Popelka will be responsible for strategising customer success and business health for SAP’s largest cloud line business.
Cost of living continues to soar in Asia
The Economist Intelligence Unit has identified Singapore, Hong Kong and Osaka as the most expensive cities in the world to live in.
Brewing up a digital and people-first culture at APB Singapore
EXCLUSIVE: Amidst the digital transformation at the Asia Pacific Breweries (APB) Singapore, one thing remains at the heart of the company – its people.
COVID-19 could cut 30 million tourism jobs in Asia
Asia is expected to be the worst affected, with 30 million jobs at risk of being lost.
Unemployment rate hits 9-year high in Hong Kong
Increasing for the fifth straight month, Hong Kong’s unemployment rate hits 3.7% in February, the highest since January 2011.
COVID-19: MOM issues advisory on employees’ travel
With the increasing number of COVID-19 cases, the MOM has issued an advisory for employers on handling employees’ travel movements.
Malaysia goes into temporary lockdown
From March 18 to March 31, travel to and from Malaysia will be prohibited, while all non-essential businesses and services will be shuttered.
Are Singapore workers ready for technological disruptions?
PayPal report finds that while Singapore workers are well-equipped to deal with technological disruptions, financial preparedness is still lacking.
Most Singapore employees are not confident in their data literacy skills
A staggering 84% of employees in Singapore are not confident in their data literacy skills which is costing S$5.1 billion in productivity annually.
How do employers manage a multi-generation workforce?
With four generations of workers with different skills, perspectives and expectations, how can employers manage and engage them?
Singapore employers required to report salary cuts
Employers are now required to notify the Ministry of Manpower of any cost-saving measures that affect employees’ salaries from March 12.
Citibank Singapore extends paternity leave to 4 weeks
The bank will double the government-mandated two-week paternity leave while maternity leave will remain unchanged at 16 weeks.
Neal Cross: Disruption is someone else solving problems better than you
The word ‘disruption’ is a term conveniently used and something that many businesses strive to achieve. But what exactly is a disruption?
HR Fest Awards 2020: Recognising the best of HR
One of the most anticipated events at the HR Tech Festival Asia 2020 will see a total of 40 finalists vying for the top award in six categories.
Facebook shuts offices after employee contracts COVID-19
The social media giant has shut part of its offices in Singapore and London after one of its employees was tested positive for COVID-19.
Singtel announces wage freeze after “worrying start to the year”
When implemented later this year, the company-wide wage freeze will affect all employees, except for operational and support staff.
AI recruitment start-up recognised at Microsoft’s AI Awards 2.0
Talview enabled its not-for-profit client, Head Held High Foundation, to simplify the process of conducting video interviews and assessments.
2020 Payroll and HR Trends in Asia
What areas should your organisation look out for this year in terms of Payroll and HR Trends in Asia?
ASEAN sees more women in leadership positions
ASEAN is making progress towards gender equality after seeing an increase in the number of women in leadership positions this year.
#IWD2020: Tech industry needs more women
Dr. Pan Yaozhang, Head of Data Science, Shopee Singapore, believes the tech industry cannot thrive without input from the female workforce.
More than half of women in Singapore feel underpaid
One in two female office workers in Singapore feel they are underpaid. And one of the reasons for that could be their negotiation skills.
Mondelēz International appoints Glenn Caton as President for SEA
The company behind popular brands like Cadbury, OREO and Ritz biscuits has appointed Glenn Caton as its President for South East Asia.
HRM 5: Why you should hire freelancers
Are you ready for the gig economy? Here are some reasons why freelancers should be part of your recruitment strategy.
Gojek partners Indonesia government to improve digital literacy
While digital usage in Indonesia is among the highest in the world, digital literacy is still relatively low. And Gojek plans to help improve that.
Malaysia slashes minimum EPF employee contribution rate to 7%
The Malaysian government has reduced the minimum employee contribution rate for the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) from 11% to 7%.