Flexible work arrangements prevail among organisations in New Zealand
Organisations in New Zealand are embracing flexible work with four out of five offering flexible hours and over two-fifths allowing remote work.
Organisations across Japan to observe the country’s biggest wage hike
Rengo, Japan’s largest trade union group, has announced the biggest salary raises on record for employees after protracted negotiations.
Wage gap between executives and employees in South Korea widens
The average salary for executives in the country has risen to more than 10 times the rate of average salary employees.
Nearly half of employers in Asia expect to raise salaries in 2024
While most organisations intend to raise salaries, the number of organisations to offer bonuses and raises has fallen.
Gen Z is struggling with in-person interactions. How HR can help
Following the push to bring employees back into offices, nearly half of Gen Z employees say they have had uncomfortable interactions with colleagues.
Pelindo weighs four-day workweek pilot for Indonesia’s SOEs
The Indonesian port operator cautiously welcomes a government trial that offers Fridays off but highlights challenges for 24/7 operations.
Employees in Australia not equipped to handle new AI technology
A new study has shown that organisations in Australia are not ready to handle the disruption Gen AI will enact on the workforce.
When reskilling for new technology is right, and how to do it effectively
Supported by technology and the right strategy, reskilling can drive employee satisfaction, retention, and develop critical employee skills.
South Korean firm pioneers 24/7 childcare to boost employee retention
Hana Financial Group’s dedication to childcare spans beyond new initiatives, with 100 daycare centres built since 2018.
Malaysia allocates RM30m for employees in SMEs to upskill
The grant aims to enhance younger employees in terms of job preparedness and welfare, and to encourage more employers to invest in employees.
Dell to implement a stricter RTO mandate for employees
Employees who choose to work remotely full-time will be ineligible for promotions or new roles, per Dell’s new policy.
2 Cents: Love your job, but don’t forget to live your life
Is it myopic for managers to continue to use the willingness to work extra hours as a benchmark to assess the performances of employees?
Human development in the evolving ASEAN workplace
AHDO Human Development Summit redefines HR in ASEAN, merging tradition with human development to empower professionals for the future.
GenAI upskilling for higher productivity and performance
Discover how GenAI has the potential to reshape business and empower employees in an insightful webinar by Coursera for Business.
Malaysia considers cost pressures in minimum wage review
The minimum wage review needs to include stakeholders, employees and employers before being implemented, says FMM President.
Business agility: The golden key to a future-proof workforce
Business agility can unlock the potential for a workforce capable of addressing any challenge, suggests Kris Wadia.
Singapore develops workplace wellbeing benchmark
Workwell Leaders (WWL) pioneers a benchmark to assess employee wellbeing with the aim to enhance productivity and reduce attrition rates.
Navigating the workforce and skills transformation in the age of AI
Implementing AI and technology is more about managing human emotions than technical deployment.
Have you digitally twinned your employees yet? Or yourself?
Dr CJ Meadows of the S P Jain School of Global Management, explains why digital twins can enhance employee experience and work.
Making work life better: The next step on the Dayforce journey
The unifying of the Dayforce brand is amplifying the brand promise to make work life better for people everywhere.
Stagnant disability employment costs Australia AU$16 billion annually
Only 53.1% of disabled Australians were employed in 2022, raising concerns about their wellbeing and social inclusion.
Citadines Science Park Singapore: A lush oasis
The west of Singapore welcomes Ascott’s newest property, in a location prime for lifestyles for the busy working traveller or first-time tourist.
Employee mental wellbeing: A corporate growth strategy
Anthea Ong, Founder of WorkWell Leaders, shares how corporate leadership is essential in cultivating a supportive and thriving ecosystem at work.
Mitigating business risks with a self-esteem-based leadership culture
Organisations should create an environment where people want to engage and be fully present, highlights Martin Laschkolnig.
Shaping a more inclusive workplace with payroll and flexibility
The secrets to creating gender pay equality may not be as complicated as it seems if organisations know where to start.
Moulding the future workforce at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024!
The Talent Unleashed theatre will, for two days, be the epicentre of discussions and sharing of how to inspire and transform your employees.
Indonesia boosts employee wellbeing with Fridays off
The initiative from the Indonesian government offers employees two long weekends monthly to emphasise wellbeing in the workforce.
Balancing employer and employee needs in the ever-changing workplace
Rob Squires, VP and Head of Sales for Asia and Japan, Dayforce, shares key findings from Dayforce’s 14th annual Pulse of Talent report.
AI arises: A new era of employee focus and empowerment
A new revolution in the technology-human convergence is creating a new era of employee focus and empowerment.
#IWD2024: The future of technology is diverse and inclusive
Dr Shang Gao shares the importance of keeping technology inclusive and accessible to all employees regardless of gender, race, and backgrounds.