MEF urges continued remote work for Covid-positive employees
Datuk Syed Hussain of the Malaysian Employers Federation advocates WFH policies for COVID-19-positive employees to prevent the spread of the virus.
Firms in China face legal action for discriminatory pregnancy testing
Despite efforts to address record-low birth rates, some firms in China are avoiding hiring women of childbearing age due to pregnancy concerns.
Building an inclusive and engaged workforce by putting people first
Maximising opportunities to unlock the full potential of every employee is one of HR’s key roles, says Indosat’s Irsyad Sahroni.
Protecting disabled people and their rights to work in the Philippines
The Department of Social Welfare and Development emphasises their goal of reducing barriers to work for disabled people.
Upskill, engage, thrive: HR toolkit at CHRO Indonesia 2024
The CHRO Series brings its Indonesia edition to Park Hyatt Jakarta on August 14 to address critical HR challenges and showcase the latest innovations.
Rising numbers of workplace bullying reported in South Korea
Nearly 40,000 cases of workplace bullying have been reported to the Ministry of Employment and Labour in the last five years.
Flexible work crucial for working parents in Singapore to thrive
Culture Catalyst’s Scott Harrison highlights the need for flexible work in Singapore to support working parents and address low birth rates.
MEF disputes global index score on work-life balance
More organisations in Malaysia have actually started offering more policies that offer employees better work-life balance.
G-Able partners Workday to elevate employee experience
G-Able unifies HR with Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) to streamline operations for global expansion and boost workforce productivity.
LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace: Challenges and opportunities
To create a more inclusive workplace for all, organisations need to adopt more respectful and empathic approaches.
Wage hike in the Philippines will displace up to 140,000 employees
Despite this, they will still be able to find new jobs due to a robust job economy, according to the Socioeconomic Planning Secretary.
Australia launches new DES Performance Framework
The new Disability Employment Services (DES) Performance Framework and Scorecards aim to enhance employment service effectiveness.
Job mobility in Australia falls to pre-pandemic levels
Job mobility rates have declined for the first time in three years, reflecting fewer job changes across industries and roles.
Navigating the future workplace: Embracing FWAs in 2024
As Singapore and other regions embrace FWAs, businesses have a unique opportunity to redefine what the future of work will look like.
The retention equation: What makes employees stay?
Work-life balance and flexible arrangements are some of the top retention drivers today—share what matters most to you in HRM Asia’s poll.
Financial stress affecting job performance, AKPK report reveals
Financial stress affects 26% of employees in Malaysia, with 65% reporting reduced job performance and an impact on employee loyalty.
Japan sees biggest wage hikes in decades
Driven by labour shortages and inflation, employees’ pay in Japan is set to rise by an average of 5.1% this year.
Employment Hero launches SmartMatch in Singapore
Employment Hero’s SmartMatch eliminates writing job descriptions, advertising, and resume sifting to surface candidates faster.
Transcending employee wellbeing to create a better work-life balance
Malaysia is struggling with work-life balance and organisations need to rethink their approaches to reset the balance.
Time to adapt: Singapore businesses gear up for flexible work guidelines
Deel’s Nadia Alaee, highlights what organisations need to understand to create successful flexible work strategies.
Improving mental health at work starts with increasing awareness
Besides providing access to mental health support, employers must also demonstrate a greater commitment to employee wellbeing.
CHRO Malaysia 2024 to address key HR strategies amid new HR roadmap
HRM Asia’s CHRO Series will take place on 10 July 2024 for its Malaysia edition, guiding CHROs in aligning people with business strategy.
New legislation empowers union delegates in Australia
A new analysis of Australia’s Closing Loopholes Act asserts that bolstering union delegate rights enhances workplace collaboration and productivity.
Thailand HR TECH 2024 to showcase AI-driven leadership
The Thailand HR TECH 2024 explores technology’s role in leadership, sustainability, and wellbeing with over 100 global experts.
Revolutionising workforce training for a dynamic hospitality landscape
With the launch of Ascott Global Academy for Excellence (AGAX), Ascott aims to empower its workforce for the future.
Gen Z and millennials in Asia-Pacific want purpose, sustainability in jobs
Deloitte’s Sonia Breeze urges organisations to adapt to Asia’s young talent’s desire for purpose and sustainability in their job roles.
Integrating technology to drive business performance
Karen Lee, Managing Director, South-East Asia & Oceania, BIPO, discusses the impact digital transformation is having on HR and business.
Singapore sees modest wage growth in 2023
Nominal wage growth for full-time resident employees in Singapore slowed to 5.2% in 2023, yet remained above pre-recession levels, MOM reports.
Empowering a more diverse workforce in Singapore with FWAs
Workplaces in Singapore should cultivate a culture of support and empathy for employees who are also caregivers.
Few report workplace bullying in S. Korea despite legal protections
Many employees, despite experiencing workplace harassment, choose not to file formal complaints against their bullies.