HR and IT synergy: The key to making HR tech work in 2024
HR and IT teams need to be in lockstep to build a digital-first organisation that allows HR to thrive in this ever-changing world.
AI training revolution: Upskilling for a new era
A recent Coursera for Business webinar explored how generative AI can be leveraged for workforce development and training.
Simple ways to rework the way you work
Managing productivity and energy levels in the workplace can be as simple as changing a few things around.
Unlocking your workforce’s potential in a changing world
The first of a two-part series, HRM Asia explores how HR technology can unlock workforce potential in a mobile talent pool.
FWAs can help reduce traffic congestion issues in the Philippines
The adoption of hybrid work arrangements in the country can help reduce economic losses that can amount to PHP6 billion by 2030.
More employees seek modernised offices for better work collaboration
More organisations and employees recognise the need to change office workspaces to accommodate shifting priorities and work habits.
Index to track women-friendly workplace policies launched in Asia
The first of its kind in the region, the Women Workplace Index will collect data from multiple firms into a publicly accessible database.
Employees in Japan fatigued over cherry blossoms viewing
Employees are citing events such as these as similar to “work” and would prefer to not use their free time taking part in them.
Leadership strategies in 2024 for CHROs and their organisations
The CHRO Symposium at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 will be the place to be for CHROs looking to explore trends in HR.
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.
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.