Culture co-creation: The key to building a truly global organisation
At Sansan, Kazunori Fukuda champions a “third culture” that merges Japanese innovation with South-East Asian agility for global teams.
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.
Graph intelligence: The new career GPS for Singapore’s workforce
From rigid career ladders to adaptive skill webs, graph technology is redefining career navigation and workforce planning.
What will it take to be a true ‘future-ready’ org?
Organisations of tomorrow don’t just roll out lots of new tech. They first transform their cultures and leadership mindsets, said experts at HR Tech in Las Vegas.
The soul of the machine: Why human-led AI is the future of work
HR can unlock AI’s potential without losing humanity, says Milieu Insight’s Juda Kanaprach, by balancing technology with empathy and insight.
Purpose-driven and tech-powered: The new face of social services
As burnout rises, Anjan Ghosh of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) says Singapore’s social service sector is rewriting the rules of talent with innovation at its core.
Singtel renews workforce training pact to strengthen AI skills across organisation
Singtel’s renewed training partnership with the Union of Telecoms Employees of Singapore (UTES) targets AI upskilling to prepare employees for evolving roles and industry demands.
Coursera launches Skill Tracks to help organisations close critical skill gaps
Skill Tracks by Coursera offers structured, occupation-focused learning, enabling employees to upskill quickly and organisations to close pressing skill gaps.
Agentic AI in HR: Unpacking the hype and addressing the uncertainty
Despite pressure to unleash agentic AI in HR, uncertainty remains. Gartner’s Eser Rizaoglu explores how HR can maximise the potential of the emerging tech, without getting swept up by the buzz.
When wellbeing moves to the boardroom: Rethinking leadership for sustainable performance
WorkWell Leaders’ Anthea Ong urges CEOs and boards to prioritise organisational wellbeing as new research confirms it is the strongest driver of performance.
Employers in Singapore take cautious hiring stance as global trade uncertainty persists
Singapore’s Q4 2025 hiring outlook softens to +20% as employers adopt cautious workforce strategies amid global trade uncertainties.
The augmented human: Why HR is the architect of our AI-powered future
With AI advancing at a lightning pace, Skillsoft’s Mark Onisk highlights the need for HR to reinvent roles, skills, and workplace culture.
Five timely insights for HR leaders about the post-pandemic labour market
What began as a temporary crisis has evolved into lasting transformation, with permanently altered workforce dynamics that continue to reshape how organisations attract and retain talent.
Deel report warns mounting financial pressures on Hong Kong workforce, calls for payroll innovation
As Hong Kong competes for talent, Deel’s 2025 Payday Expectations Report warns payroll modernisation is key to easing financial pressures.
Malaysia incentivises hiring senior employees amid ageing population concerns
Malaysia targets ageing workforce challenges with tax perks for employers and restructured EPF withdrawals to ensure seniors’ income stability.
Gender gap in the workplace sponsorship: Who benefits most?
Workplace sponsorship drives careers, but a new study shows men and women sponsor differently, raising questions about equity, career advancement, and leadership training.
Grey matters: Why older employees are essential for talent success
Lorrie Lykins of i4cp says an agile talent strategy must include older employees—not as a nice-to-have—but as an irrefutable business necessity.
Beyond disruption: How top CHROs are shaping the workforce of tomorrow
CHRO Series Singapore with Indeed unites HR leaders to tackle disruption, GenAI adoption, and strategies for building future-ready, resilient workforces.
Decoding the human factor: Why smart manufacturing isn’t just about machines
Rockwell Automation’s Ng Mei Li believes the future of manufacturing lies in resilient, adaptable workforces where culture and people drive lasting innovation.
Why hiring Gen Z means HR has to rethink the entire talent playbook
Attracting and retaining Gen Z requires more than ping pong tables; it calls for a strategic recalibration of talent pipelines to align with new generational expectations.
Organisations in Singapore brace for slower hiring and wage growth
Organisations face a cautious 2025 with slower hiring and wage growth expected as economic sentiment weakens, a Singapore Business Federation survey shows.
Humanistic high performance: Connecting for excellence
Burnout and disengagement are rising. Without a humanistic shift in leadership, workplaces risk eroding wellbeing, innovation, and long-term growth.
From fixed to flexible: Why Asia’s top talent expects benefits that move with them
As cross-border talent mobility rises, Jacklyn Tan of Howden highlights growing demand for benefits that are portable and flexible.
What the strange bedfellows in the return-to-office debate say about the future of work
The return-to-office conversation is not abating, but it is evolving, writes Peter Cappelli, who notes surprising advocates and opponents.
KPMG in Singapore blends AI with human touch to revolutionise talent acquisition
With AI handling routine tasks, KPMG saved 50+ recruiter days and raised candidate satisfaction to 88% in three months.
Malaysia tables landmark gig workers bill to safeguard 1.2 million workers
The Gig Workers Bill promises stronger social protection, fairer contracts, and dispute resolution for 1.2 million Malaysians in flexible work.
Gen Z’s “AI natives” demand a hybrid workplace
Growing up with AI, Asia-Pacific’s young workforce demands seamless technology integration without losing the human touch in every interaction.
Why company culture is key to turning AI hype into reality
Beyond the AI hype, companies in Asia are learning that culture, skills and data readiness determine whether AI delivers meaningful business value.
Malaysia weighs raising retirement age to 65 while safeguarding youth employment
Plans to raise Malaysia’s retirement age to 65 highlight efforts to balance older employees’ continued participation with employment prospects for graduates.