AI expected to play a larger role in recruitment for Indian firms
Artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment is expected to eliminate bias and be a regular part of the hiring process in the future.
Employers in the Philippines seek review of old labour policies
Employers have called on the government to reform outdated regulations and rethink existing investment incentives towards investment-led economic growth.
Malaysia reviews policies to attract skilled talents
Malaysia is facing challenges in creating highly-skilled jobs and competition from countries which offer higher wages to attract skilled talents.
Cloud-based HCMs: What makes for successful implementations?
Josh Bersin identifies what makes HCMS implementations successful and how these meet organisations’ expectations.
Why a modern HR mindset is key to future-proofing businesses
Accenture’s Gaston Carrion explains why leaders must begin to embrace a modern HR mindset and identifies the five pillars of modern HR.
Indonesia outlines recommendations for developing tomorrow’s workforce
To produce human resources that are relevant to industrial dynamics, educational curricula that focus on practical skills are imperative.
Redefining employee engagement with BI WORLDWIDE
Omar Hadoui, Managing Director, APAC, BI WORLDWIDE, discusses the modern rules of employee engagement to support talent retention.
Majority of Australian firms do not mandate office presence
Over half of HR professionals surveyed expected that remote working arrangements would remain unchanged over the next two years.
Why a successful organisation needs satisfied employees
Gerald Pang, Director, Solution Consulting, Employee Experience, APJ, ServiceNow, shares how to create more meaningful employee experiences.
More young South Koreans take up flexible jobs
They like the flexibility to choose their working hours and enjoy the freedom from corporate culture and relationships.
Indonesia backs tech adoption by MSMEs
Digital transformation is critical for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia to improve efficiency and business development.
How organisations can succeed in a multi-channel work environment
Tim Sackett, President, HRU Technical Resources, shares how organisations can build a cohesive digital culture in a multi-channel work environment.
India plans to ease WFH rules for special economic zones
This is to sort out differences in opinions of remote work between developers and IT companies in special economic zones (SEZs).
Asia Pacific predicted to lose 63 million jobs to automation by 2040
Despite the loss, Forrester expects the green economy to help make up for some losses as more countries commit to carbon neutrality.
Indonesia provides support for creation of startups
A new programme aims to ensure startups have strong financial fundamentals, legal aspects, and intellectual property.
Driving a sustainable digital economy with ESG
Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), addresses questions frequently asked about sustainability reporting.
Creating a competitive digital workforce in the Philippines
A new bill to prepare more Filipinos for jobs through education and training on digital skills has lapsed into law, said Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri.
South Korean firms explore shift to virtual offices
Employees can work in the same virtual office with their colleagues and mingle with other workers from other firms in the shared lounge.
Redefining employee experience to change work for good
In a constantly changing world of work, employee experience is key to building an interconnected and future-ready workforce.
Australia needs 650,000 more workers to reach 1.2 million tech jobs goal
To achieve that, the government aims to fix gaps in education and training products and pathways and improve the diversity of the tech workforce.
Singapore firms and workers urged to adopt growth mindset
Upskilling requires effort and very strong commitment from both workers and employers to bridge the skills gap, said the manpower minister.
Cambodia to equip youth with skills for jobs of the future
The Minister of Education has urged all young people to learn new technology and multiple skills in preparation for the workplace of the future.
Taiwan wants to equip workforce with AI skills
Unions can apply for subsidies to train workers in artificial intelligence (AI) to prepare the workforce for disruptions brought by a changing labour market.
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What’s ahead for HR leaders in 2023 and beyond?
Organised by HRM Asia, the in-person HR Leadership Series: Live will examine the role HR leaders can play in shaping work in 2023.
Why companies can’t hire their way out of the tech talent crunch
Stephen Koss, EY Asia-Pacific Workforce Advisory Leader, provides tips for creating a multi-faceted approach to hiring and talent sourcing.
Japan looks to close gender gap in society and workplace
According to a World Economic Forum report, Japan has the largest gender gap in East Asia and Pacific, with women unrepresented in the workforce.
Malaysia sets sustainability vision with ESG goals
ESG-focused development programmes and projects will be prioritised in the country’s Budget 2023, according to the finance minister.
Malaysia launches digital initiative to strengthen digital capabilities
Among other objectives, the new scheme will aim to develop more talents to support the country’s digital workforce.
Employees in the Philippines to receive upskilling opportunities
Firms are encouraged to tap into Philippine Skills Framework to help their employees improve their hard and soft skills.