IBM to collaborate with wearables companies to improve worker safety
IBM is collaborating with wearables companies to monitor worker safety in hazardous environments, using Internet of Things technologies.
Why successful transformation needs employee buy-in
When employee buy-in is overlooked, it reflects negatively not just on change efforts, but on all aspects of the organisation.
Employees want to feel like they’re part of a family
The study also found that employees are starting to question their own company’s corporate mission and values.
A rewarding job matters to all age groups in Singapore
More than 40% of 18 to 29 year olds have a positive outlook on the economy, but less than half of of surveyed 50 to 60 year olds feel the same.
How 3M’s sustainability culture attracts the best talent
In an exclusive interview with HRM Magazine Asia, 3M’s Chief Sustainability Officer highlights how sustainability is a core part of 3M’s employer brand.
Pernod Ricard Korea employees to fight staff layoffs
PRK is planning to shed more than half of its workforce of 220 employees, although it will first seek out voluntary resignations.
Goldman Sachs ditches single-use plastic in offices
Starting last week, the US bank ditched throw-away plastic items like water bottles or silverware in its offices and cafeterias.
Subaru probe finds 3,400 staff were not paid for overtime work
The revelation that 3,400 employees were not paid overtime wages surfaced in an internal probe after the 2016 suicide of an overworked employee.
How employers can avoid the ‘angpao’ exodus
Employees often choose to leave after receiving bonus pay outs. But is this a reflective of problem with the employees – or with the organisation?
‘Brutal’ job interview experience in UK triggers anger online
A UK company has drawn flak online for its ‘brutal’ job interview process, which many employees feel is the most challenging aspect of working there.
#NoFilter: The inevitable cost of a workaholic culture
When employees have to slave away at a job, they end up exhausted and disengaged – mental states which are not conducive to creativity or innovation.
Under Armour appoints new Chief People and Culture Officer
After a controversy last year over a reportedly ‘hedonistic’ culture, Under Armour has appointed a new head of people and culture.
How CP Group is developing the leaders of tomorrow
Keeping the leadership pipeline robust is a high business priority at Thai conglomerate CP Group, as part of its Industry 4.0 gameplan.
Indonesian Manpower Ministry calls for flexible working for women
If plans by the Indonesia Manpower Ministry come to fruition, women in the country will soon enjoy more flexible working hours.
90% of Taiwanese workers are considering change of career
The most popular reasons for desiring change were low pay, poor working conditions, and poor company prospects.
Lessons for digital leaders of the future
Leaders and companies that put people and culture at the forefront are more successful at managing the complex challenges of transformation.
Thousands of Hungarians protest ‘slave law’ on overtime
The law allows employers to compel up to 400 hours per year of overtime from employees; effectively an extra day a week.
Top Stories of 2018: Employee activism
In the final installment of our 2018 retrospective, we look at one of the more interesting phenomena to occur this year – employee activism.
A quarter of Singaporean employees will play Secret Santa
If you’re still debating office holiday exchange gifts, the best option is something practical.
Infographic: HR Christmas issues, and how to handle them
From inclusiveness to office parties, we look at the various people management issues that Christmas can bring up – and how HR can deal with them.
Top Stories of 2018: CEO shockers
This year has seen CEOs of various organisations, from around the world, come under the spotlight for various reasons. We round up some of the biggest stories.
Job-skill mismatch affecting Malaysian youths
Malaysian youths are facing school-to-work transition problems, while academic institutions are not sufficiently preparing graduates.
Thai job seekers warned against Canadian recruitment scams
The Department of Employment in Thailand have warned Thai job seekers against ‘Canadian’ farm worker job scams online.
Top Stories of 2018: HR Innovations
In the second installment of our 2018 roundup series, we recap the most interesting HR policies and initiatives from around the region.
Office culture and low salaries chase Hong Kongers out of Chinese firms
The majority of Hongkong employees who have left China-headquartered companies blame rigid office culture and low salaries.
Top Stories of 2018: Asia’s favourite workplaces
In the first installment of our 2018 roundup series, we take a quick look back at the various employer rankings that have been popular with readers.
Verizon offers voluntary severance packages to departing employees
Verizon cuts 10,400 jobs out of 44,000 eligible employees in a “voluntary separation program,” as part of cost cutting measures.
Young professionals in Singapore increasingly switching careers
A study by Monster.com has revealed that young professionals in Singapore are increasingly considering jobs outside their field of study.
Adobe, NVIDIA, and Microsoft named best tech firms to work for in India
Adobe, NVIDIA, and Microsoft are rated top workplaces in India to work for in tech, according to job site Indeed.
Qantas staff expected to work extra hours during Christmas for free
The Australian-based airline has been criticised for asking staff to volunteer extra hours at the airport during Christmas.