Why time off may be the ultimate bonus for employee engagement
New research shows that rewarding employees with time off, rather than cash, makes them feel more valued, appreciated, and genuinely human.
Flexible talent strategies: A key to gaining the competitive advantage
As global labour markets cool, employers seek more flexible talent strategies, according to a ManpowerGroup survey.
Amid rapid change, why HR has to embrace ‘positive disruption’
At HR Tech, authors James Patterson and Dr. Patrick Leddin explored the unprecedented level of change facing HR, and how mission-driven decisions can turn HR into a force for positive disruption.
IBM CHRO: AI is giving HR its ‘time in the sun’
IBM’s AI in HR journey was a “rocky road,” but one that has highlighted the transformative power the tech is having on HR’s capacity for strategic leadership.
Over half of South Korea’s workforce now uses GenAI
Generative AI penetrates South Korea’s workforce faster than the US, with employees spending significant hours boosting productivity and skills.
Hybrid work: A multi-billion dollar productivity catalyst for businesses
Allowing employees to work from flexible, local spaces as part of hybrid models could lift productivity by 11% in five years.
Asia-Pacific doubles HR tech adoption since 2022
New survey data from Sapient Insights Group shows that Asia-Pacific is outpacing North America in AI adoption, while also highlighting key opportunities for HR teams in the region.
Amid tariff uncertainty, could global hiring be the smartest option?
With worldwide tariffs in full force, domestic job creation may slow. Multiplier’s Amritpal Singh says global hiring is the most strategic employer response.
The Trump tariffs, a recession and the economy. What does HR do now?
Concerns about inflation and a recession have skyrocketed since the tariffs were announced. Peter Cappelli of The Warton School advises leaders on what to tell employees.
Covid-19, five years later: Why HR is ‘still recovering’
As the anniversary of the US shutdown approaches, one HR leader advises that it is critical for HR to say, “What are the lessons we learned?”
Amazon and Accenture scale back DE&I efforts amid shifting corporate landscape
Amazon and Accenture are shifting DE&I strategies, integrating efforts into core business functions while scaling back standalone initiatives.
Toyota mandates return to office for North American salaried staff
Toyota’s RTO mandate emphasises mentoring, growth, and culture, aligning with trends among major employers like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase.
Performance management: From annual ritual to ongoing dialogue
Mounting evidence suggests that traditional performance reviews are ineffective, prompting a search for new performance management strategies.
How leaders are ‘getting played’ by the dark side of HR tech
Here is how candidates and employees may use tech to misrepresent themselves, falsify work and otherwise deceive and defraud businesses.
How generative AI is empowering today’s workforce
Generative AI is transforming HR in Asia-Pacific by enhancing productivity and efficiency, and firms like DBS Bank and MAS have invested significantly in it.
Overqualified employees find career fulfilment through passion
Employees feeling overqualified and lacking harmonious passion are more likely to leave, while passionate ones stay committed.
How abusive leadership affects employees
Research focusing on the US and South Korea shows the mitigating effects of toxic leaders on employees and their initiative to act.
Employee listening in the Intelligence Age: It’s a new era
With the right approach, employee listening can become critical in driving business strategy and innovation.
ChatGPT usage at work differs between countries like US and Japan
The use of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT differ greatly in usage between countries, due to a gap in awareness and understanding of the tools.
AI interactions may have detrimental effects on employee wellbeing
While AI is continuing to reshape the workplace, organisations need to do more to regulate how employees interact with AI systems.
Struggling with return to office? It’s an ‘organisational change problem’
Organisations need to understand the challenges faced by employees and implement compassionate strategies for a return to the office.
Work-from-home parents worry about career opportunities
Working parents express anxiety about having their careers stalled as they work from home and care for their children.
How Gen Z employees can contribute to the corporate workplace
A millennial boss shares her experience hiring Gen Z employees and how they impressed her with their work ethic and eagerness to learn.
More employees choosing to stay in their current jobs
Layoff fears are driving employees to prioritise job stability over job hopping, with limited salary gains and increased stress serving as disincentives.
Is AI data causing wage discrimination for gig economy employees?
As gig economy companies adopt AI algorithm data sets, employees may find themselves being paid differently for the same amount of work.
Paessler names new leaders to boost APAC and Americas growth
Paessler welcomes Tobias Jaenchen as Vice President Asia-Pacific and Americas, and Manuela Roth as Global Channel and Key Account Manager.
Return to work…in a new city, Walmart tells employees
Walmart’s technology employees face relocation and more frequent in-person work as the retail giant closes offices in three cities.
Workplace flexibility is king, but many employers are falling short
Flexibility working is crucial for retaining employees, but they need more control over their working arrangements to make the most of hybrid work.
Moderate office noise in the office increases employee wellbeing
While excessive noise in the workplace can be a distraction, a lack of background sounds can be detrimental to employee health.
Remote work leads to increased productivity
Employees working from home are using the time saved from not having to commute on increasing their productivity, says a new report.