Swingvy launches in Taiwan and launches new payroll product
The Samsung-backed HR Tech startup now serves over 8,000 clients across Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia, and plans to continue its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region.
Supporting employees key to building brand trust
Companies’ support for their employees during the current COVID-19 crisis is one of the main drivers for brand trust among consumers.
Singapore companies prepare to return to the workplace
At the same time, companies are preparing for a new normal in a post COVID-19 world, reported a new Aon pulse survey.
Publicis Sapient appoints Jaz Lim as Head of Experience
In her new role, Lim will lead experience design for Publicis Sapient, an advanced digital transformation company.
10 Takeaways: Day One of HR Tech Fest Connect 2020
It was an exciting Day One of the HR Tech Fest Connect 2020 as industry leaders converged virtually to share insights in the new world of remote work.
Kaplan names Joe Keen Poon as new President for Singapore
Poon’s appointment will see COO and Provost, Associate Professor Rhys Johnson, transfer to a new role at Kaplan International.
Grab cuts management pay, asks employees to take no-pay leave
Falling profits due to the COVID-19 outbreak has forced the technology firm to cut its management’s pay and asked its staff to take no-pay leave.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Steve Boese – Post-pandemic HR challenge
In his session, Steve Boese, President & Co-Founder, H3 HR Advisors, will discuss how organisations and their people can thrive in the new normal.
WSG guides workforce transformation in Singapore
EXCLUSIVE: In the wake of ‘circuit breaker’ measures introduced to contain the COVID-19 outbreak, Workforce Singapore highlights how companies can make remote working a success.
Singapore employees prefer working from home
80% of respondents to a new survey indicate they wish to continue working from home once Singapore’s ‘circuit breaker’ measures end on June 1.
MOM issues joint-advisory to support well-being of employees
The inter-agency advisory provides some tips for employers to better support their employees during this time of remote working.
Nearly half of employers in Singapore to increase technology investments
With remote working becoming the future of the workforce, employers are looking to increase their investments in technology to support it.
How to interact with remote teams and keep them connected
In the second of a 2-part article, Karen Tay examines the challenges of collaboration and balancing social life in a remote work setting.
How to keep remote teams well and effective
In the first of a 2-part article, Karen Tay examines the challenges of psychological safety and the blurred boundaries between work and life in a remote work setting.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Jason Averbook – The new NOW of work
During his virtual session on May 13, he will unveil 10 new guideposts that organisations need to start thinking and acting upon.
Best employers in Singapore unveiled in latest survey
The best employers in Singapore have been revealed in a latest survey which was participated by more than 8,000 employees.
New JobStreet platform offers workforce support
The COVID-19 Jobs and Resource Hub offers a knowledge base for both employer and employees dealing with the impact of the pandemic.
DBS Bank: Staying ahead of the curve
EXCLUSIVE: Whether through the adoption of technology, or the implementation of innovative employee engagement initiatives, DBS Bank is ready to embrace any changes in the workforce , including remote working.
2020 Singapore HRTech Market Map identifies demand for HRTech
The COVID-19 outbreak has further accelerated the demand for HR technologies, as Singapore enterprises look to digitise HR functions to support remote working.
Singapore’s COVID-19 circuit breaker extended until June 1
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the extension of the circuit breaker for four more weeks after a spike in cases since its implementation.
People and digitalisation at the core of UOB’s HR transformation
EXCLUSIVE: There’s no doubt that people and technology are changing and reshaping the role of HR. And it’s no different at UOB.
IBM Singapore names Martin Chee as managing director
The appointment of Martin Chee, says IBM Singapore, further demonstrates the company’s commitment to advancing the digital transformation journey in Singapore.
Two cents: The day home became the workplace
The COVID-19 outbreak has created a wave of remote working around the world – will this herald a permanent shift in how we work?
Building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace
EXCLUSIVE: Through a culture of learning, Senoko Energy encourages openness and dynamism, and helps its workforce prepare for future demands
A third of Singaporeans feel more productive working from home
A new research revealed the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on employee productivity and well-being in Singapore.
IHRP, SHRI and EngageRocket launch productivity tool for remote working
The digital platform will ensure employees stay engaged and productive while empowering them to share thoughts and concerns anonymously.
Building competencies for digital transformation
The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) explains the pivotal role HR has to play in ensuring that the workforce is ready to embrace and harness the benefits of digital transformation.
SAP appoints Eileen Chua as Managing Director for Singapore
Chua started her career with SAP since 2011 and was responsible for the success of clients in the Financial Services, Transportation and Utilities industries.
Employers in Singapore urged to allow staff to take on second jobs
This is to help employees supplement their incomes if they have been affected by a shorter work week or temporary layoffs due to the pandemic.
Citi Singapore employees to receive $1,200 one-off compensation
More than Citi Singapore’s 1,600 employees will each receive a special compensation award of S$1,200 which will cost the company S$2 million.