How Cathay United Bank elevates employee wellbeing
Cathay United Bank is prioritising employee wellbeing through a holistic approach that enhances engagement, mental health, and workplace culture.
How Singapore’s tourism industry is tackling labour shortages
RWS and SUTL are addressing labour shortages with upskilling initiatives and sustainability-focused roles to align tourism with green goals.
Want to tackle mental health but unsure what to do? Help is on the way
By the first quarter of 2025, a set of guidelines will help employers in Singapore better support employees with mental health challenges.
APAC CEOs lead the charge in adaptive, inclusive leadership
CEOs in Asia-Pacific are prioritising innovation, sustainability, and AI regulation while embracing adaptive leadership and personal transformation.
Trauma-informed organisations: A new paradigm for mental health
Addressing trauma in the workplace is a strategic imperative for businesses in Asia and requires a concerted effort from leadership.
Sentosa embarks on workforce transformation
Sentosa has launched initiative to upskill 15,000 employees, equipping them with sustainability, digital, and future-ready tourism skills.
How organisations can keep their best talent from leaving Malaysia
Dr Murugappan, CHRO of Malaysia’s MCMC, highlights ways to elevate employees’ earning and bridge existing skills gaps.
Transforming work culture: Key takeaways from CHRO Singapore
At CHRO Singapore 2024, top HR professionals gathered to explore flexible work and strategies to enhance employee wellbeing in today’s workplace.
Why the right to disconnect law should serve as a wake-up call
Proritising employees’ wellbeing and supporting them to achieve a better work-life balance should not come about only because of legislation.
Singapore expands workforce support with new initiatives
The Ministry of Manpower is expanding support for Singapore’s middle-class workforce and top talent with new career development tools.
Pioneering flexibility and compliance in the evolving Asian workforce
Dayforce is continuing to demonstrate how it is making work life better for organisations in Asia through their people and technology.
Vote now for HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2024
HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 voting is now live, giving Asia’s HR community a chance to recognise top industry leaders and organisations.
Climbing new heights for corporate culture and CSR
Forvis Mazars’ Summit for a Cause exemplifies how corporate social responsibility and teamwork can drive both personal growth and community impact.
RTO will not increase workplace collaboration, Amazon told
Australian software company Atlassian has refuted Amazon’s claims that being physically in office is necessary to improve workplace collaboration.
Bridging the DEI perception gap in Asia-Pacific workplaces
TDC Global’s Sarah Liu highlights the disconnect between management and employees on DEI, urging leaders to align with employees’ needs.
Why organisations need to think beyond money to retain talent
With stagnant budgets, more organisations in the Philippines are now looking beyond financial remuneration to attract and retain talent.
Empowering lifelong learning: A dual approach to adult education
The IAL’s new Adult Learning Collaboratory aims to revolutionise workforce development through innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Employee experience is the way to win Singapore’s talent war
By harnessing the power of data, organisatons can create a truly employee-centric culture and unlock the potential of their workforce.
Flexible work arrangements – To do more or not to do
Singapore’s SBS Transit strives to boost inclusivity and adaptability, while addressing workforce challenges and enhancing employee options.
New bill to transform Singapore’s gig economy with stronger protections
NTUC Assistant Secretary-General Yeo Wan Ling calls the Platform Workers Bill a crucial step in strengthening protections for the gig workforce.
Championing workforce development and corporate responsibility
Jerrica Chooi, Country Holding Officer at ABB Singapore, highlights the organisation’s dedication to cultivating a future-ready workforce.
Building a better future: Business as a force for good
NVPC’s Lin Sufei discusses Singapore’s growing emphasis on corporate purpose and how the agency drives social impact within the business community.
Balancing the human touch with digital transformation
Amidst Singapore’s high turnover and flexible work mandates, HR Path’s Lee Teck Seng highlights the importance of adaptability and GenAI.
Singapore’s parental leave policies foster a family-friendly workforce
Singapore’s enhanced parental leave policies aim to support working parents while encouraging greater father involvement.
Singapore unveils expanded parental leave and jobseeker support scheme
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced new policies including 10 weeks of shared parental leave and financial aid for displaced employees.
Women’s wages surge in Australia as gender pay gap narrows
Australia’s gender pay gap has dropped to an all-time low of 11.5% with women’s weekly earnings rising significantly since 2022.
Securing women’s place at work: Driving change and creating equity
Allianz’s #Shesecures programme is empowering female leaders to thrive at work and to be agents of change in their communities.
Gushcloud swipes right on employee benefits
Gushcloud partners with Tinder to offer employees in South-East Asia company-sponsored subscriptions and Tinder Leave for enhanced social wellbeing.
Singapore’s wage council begins talks on 2024-25 pay guidelines
Despite modest wage growth and inflation, Singapore’s real wages rose by 0.4% in 2022 and 2023, with further increases expected.
Hybrid work models and higher pay reshape Singapore’s gig economy
Singapore’s gig economy is booming, with a 50% surge in job applications and rising earnings in the healthcare and hospitality sectors.