Redefining the role of L&D to bring about organisational success
Learning Technologies Asia 2021 will examine how organisations can develop their learning strategies to stay ahead, innovate and grow.
Malaysia aims to bridge the digital divide among workers
All Malaysians should seize the opportunities made available under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint, says Malaysian minister.
Thai workforce needs to learn digital skills, urges official
Businesses should speed up on training programmes for skills development for their workers as companies have turned to automation and AI, Pichayanan said.
How the supply and demand for skills are shifting
Ajay Sridharan, VP of Sales, India/South East Asia & Middle East, Degreed, provides insights on how organisations can support employee upskilling.
‘Superpower’ your talent during uncertainty
Rhys Hughes, Regional Vice-President of Sumtotal, highlights why organisations should empower their employees to thrive during uncertainty.
Developing East Asian countries underperform in adopting innovation
The World Bank said all 10 developing East Asian economies, except China, have innovated less than expected in relation to their per capita incomes.
Taiwan to nurture digital talent in four-year plan
In its four-year plan, Taiwan’s National Development Council (NDC) will focus on cultivating a digital talent pool, among other goals.
Drive learner engagement in a world of unknowns
Rosie Cairnes, Regional Vice-President, Skillsoft Asia Pacific, details how organisations can drive learner engagement during uncertainty.
L&D enters a new era of learning and employee development
Leading up to Learning Technologies Asia, RedThread Research shared how the role of L&D is being redefined in a new world of work.
Malaysia aims to create 500,000 jobs in the digital economy by 2025
The government also aims for the digital economy to contribute to 22.6% of the country’s gross domestic product in four years.
How to bring about a successful digital transformation
A new CCL report examines digital leadership in Singapore and highlights the need for improved digital transformation management.
Workplace culture and empowerment in the new digital economy
Derick Teo, Director, Enterprise Go-Digital Solutions, BIPO, shares his observations and insights on why building an employee-first culture is critical.
Singapore sets aside S$1 billion to co-fund digital solutions with businesses
The programme will help co-fund the costs of trials and the adoption of frontier technologies such as 5G and artificial intelligence.
Driving organisational growth with L&D as the focal point
Learning Technologies Asia 2021 will examine how organisations can develop their learning strategies to stay ahead, innovate and grow.
India’s new paperless portal for MSME registrations crosses 2-million mark
The government’s paperless portal for MSME registration – Udyam Registration – has processed 2.03 million registrations in the last three months.
Malaysian government partners industries to create over 160,000 jobs
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has said that more than 160,000 jobs are expected to be created in 2021 through investments in human capital.
70,000 jobs can be created in Malaysia with 1% increase in GDP
The Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) said the local economy has the capacity to create 70,000 jobs for every 1% increase in its GDP.
New Zealand’s tech sector constrained by skills mismatch
The majority of roles being recruited are not for entry level positions, indicating a longer-term skills shortage for senior talent.
Malaysian youths exhorted to keep abreast of digitalisation
Yayasan Peneraju said the country’s young human capital needs to be retrained and upskilled to keep up with digitalisation trends.
Workers in the Philippines to be upskilled in AI
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has launched an AI programme to prepare workers for disruption from technological advancement.
Opportunities for gig-working in India rises
India’s lockdown period saw companies adopt a WFH arrangement for their staff, cutting down on staff strength, hiring freelancers and outsourcing tasks.
Top employers are reinventing the role of HR
Working with Asia-Pacific’s top organisations, Top Employers Institute is continuing to identify trends in HR strategies and workplace practices.
Hong Kong banks on innovative tech for city’s economic recovery
The government’s intervention and support are crucial in the early stage of innovation and tech development, says city financial chief.
How to design a digital-change experience that sticks
Organisations need to rethink change, embracing it with a digital mindset that will empower their employees to adapt.
Indonesia calls for increased digitalisation for economic recovery
To overcome the fallout from the pandemic, Indonesia has urged fellow ASEAN member countries to accelerate digitalisation.
Skills development key for SEA workers to move into new jobs
There are large potential returns to be reaped by businesses, stemming from productivity increases from fourth industrial revolution tech, says ADB.
India to launch seed fund for tech startups
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the government will initiate a seed fund for startups of Rs10 billion (US$136.3 million).
Health and safety are at the heart of business continuity
John Sumser explains why organisations need to priortise health and safety as they explore approaches to create business continuity.
Josh Bersin: 5 positive lessons HR learned in 2020
Looking ahead to 2021, global industry analyst and dean of the Josh Bersin Academy, Josh Bersin, highlights some of the key lessons HR learnt in 2020.
Jason Averbook: Why 2021 is the year of ‘Re-‘
The year 2021 represents an opportunity for organisations to rethink many of their processes and practices.