Seven key HR and workplace trends for 2025
H3 HR Advisors’ 2025 Workplace Trends Report highlights seven critical shifts reshaping the future of work, from hybrid models to AI adoption and mental health support.
The hidden barriers to effective succession planning: Mindsets and behaviours that hold organisations back
Succession planning often faces resistance within an organisation’s culture and from its leaders and employees, but there are ways to overcome these challenges.
HRM Magazine Asia Q4 2024 issue is now available
HRM Magazine Asia’s Q4 issue explores transformative HR trends, leadership insights, and workplace innovations shaping the future of work.
HR 2025: Bridging generations, transforming workplaces
Part two of this series explores how HR leaders are navigating the complex landscape of shifting expectations and technological advancements.
Building a diverse and inclusive future starts from the top
DE&I is crucial for growth, yet many organisations struggle to link it to measurable business outcomes despite growing executive support.
Tokyo proposes four-day workweek to boost birth rate
Tokyo plans a four-day workweek for civil servants with an aim to empower women, improve work-life balance, and foster societal diversity.
HR 2025: The human touch in the digital age
The first of a two-part series explores how HR leaders are navigating global shifts, blending technology with empathy to drive innovation, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Female leadership in Japan hits 8.4% in 2024
A recent report highlights a gender gap in Japan’s leadership, with female presidents more prevalent in smaller organisations than larger ones.
Singapore’s labour market sees growth and challenges in 2024
Singapore’s labour market thrived in 2024 with rising incomes, low unemployment, and increased inclusivity despite demographic challenges.
How leaders can foster year-round mental health conversations
Fostering year-round mental health conversations empowers organisations to build supportive, resilient workplaces where employees thrive personally and professionally.
Menstrual leave gains momentum in workplaces in India
Amid rising awareness of employee wellbeing, India sees growing adoption of menstrual leave policies in workplaces and state mandates.
Redefining leadership: Multiculturalism and flexibility
Effective leadership demands inclusivity, adaptability, and multicultural understanding to navigate diverse teams and evolving workplace dynamics.
Tips for better succession planning: 7 common pitfalls to avoid
Building leadership pipelines is not one-size-fits-all—avoid these seven common pitfalls, especially if you are just starting out.
Employees in Singapore have more scope to report discrimination
When enacted, new legislation will create a safer environment for employees to bring up workplace grievances, without fair of unfair repercussions.
Aligning profitability with purpose: How APBS is inspiring a better world
At Asia-Pacific Breweries Singapore, fostering inclusivity and creating positive social impact beyond business operations is a priority.
Harnessing AI for a people-first approach to customer experience
As AI becomes integral to organisations, redefining roles to foster human-AI collaboration is crucial, says Angie Tay, Group COO and EVP of TDCX.
How SIAEC’s total rewards strategy is meeting diverse employee needs
To ensure long-term sustainability, initiatives addressing employee needs are also aligned with SIAEC’s organisational priorities.
To disclose or not to disclose: The salary history dilemma
While sharing salary history may aid hiring managers in assessing a candidate’s market value, it risks perpetuating wage disparities for many jobseekers.
Singapore’s AI growth: A game changer for talent management
The People Decoder’s Ksther Lim highlights Singapore’s rise as an AI hub, offering transformative opportunities for HR and talent management.
Building a culture of respect: Creating an inclusive work environment
Generali Hong Kong’s CEO highlights how the organisation has proactively taken steps to cultivate an inclusive working environment.
Cultivating psychological safety at work: Why Asia struggles to do it
Unlike their Western counterparts, Asian employees are less likely to speak up at work, even if doing so is beneficial to their organisation.
How Go-Ahead Singapore empowers its senior workforce
Go-Ahead Singapore is supporting senior employees with technology, wellness initiatives and flexible work opportunities.
HR Tech Asia 2025 ushers in a new era of HR innovation
HR Tech Asia 2025 is expanding to a four-day event showcasing the latest innovations in HR technology and workforce management.
How Swiss Re fosters a high-performing and inclusive work culture
An inclusive workplace where every employee feels a sense of belonging is the cornerstone to success for Swiss Re, reveals Group CHRO Cathy Desquesses.
Beyond the stereotypes: How women can succeed in the tech industry
Ping Identity’s Jasie Fon discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and championing gender diversity to empower women in the industry.
Taking a step towards safer and more inclusive roads in Singapore
Deliveroo Singapore’s Rider Safety Month champions road safety and inclusivity, and empowers riders to support persons with disabilities on shared roads.
South Korea’s female workforce hits record 10 million
From January to August 2024, an average of 10.15 million women were employed each month, marking a historic workforce milestone.
FUJIFILM’s key pillars for success: People and culture
FUJIFILM Business Innovation Singapore is prioritising people and culture to foster growth, diversity, and lifelong learning to drive success.
RTO? Why Autodesk is championing a hybrid-first approach instead
Autodesk believes that flexibility in where and how work gets done with better enable employees to thrive and realise their full potential.
How HR can help build 21st-century women leaders
Women leaders are about to enter a changing workplace, where cultivating a few core characteristics can help move their careers forward.