Thai Airways employees up in arms over benefit cuts
The airline’s latest decision to cut several work benefits, particularly health welfare, has proven to be the last straw for its employees
Maintaining organisational agility in the face of disruption
EXCLUSIVE: Swift and decisive action, aided by the adoption of technology and a people-first approach, can help organisations adapt to business disruptions, shares Workday.
3 ways HR can support culture through the ‘new normal’
Lead the charge in the rapidly evolving landscape with employee experience, culture and work from home.
Nearly every employer introducing emotional and mental health programs
The average budget for well-being programs has also increased to $4.9 million in 2020, up 36% over 2019.
How to boost employee experience during a crisis
What are some of the best practices for how organisations can manage employee experience during this time of crisis?
Amazon deploys visual social distancing aid for workers
The e-commerce giant will also be making the technology open source to help other businesses ensure social distancing for their employees.
HR should not be fighting this battle alone
EXCLUSIVE: We spoke to Elisa Mallis, Managing Director and Vice President, Asia-Pacific, Center for Creative Leadership, on why leaders need to partner HR in this battle during the pandemic.
AIA Singapore employees get $1000 work-from-home assistance scheme
The payment will enable them to get the equipment they need to enhance their home office setup and cushion any financial impact from the pandemic.
How to successfully adjust to the post-pandemic workplace
EXCLUSIVE: Tableau shares some tips on how companies can successfully navigate the challenges of adjusting to a post-pandemic workplace
HRM Asia Special: How are companies returning to the workplace?
We spoke exclusively to companies in the region to find out how they are ensuring a safe return to the workplace for their employees.
Malaysian workforce calls for WFH to continue
A new KPMG survey indicates that 69% of workers in Malaysia want to continue working from home post MCO.
6 in 10 Singaporeans uncomfortable returning to workplace
Even as businesses and workplaces reopen, 59% of employees in Singapore said they are not comfortable with returning to their offices.
Bloomberg’s 3-pillar strategy: You, Team & Community
EXCLUSIVE: Melanie Coate, Bloomberg’s APAC Head of HR, explained the key components behind Bloomberg’s employee communications strategy
Injured while working at home? You should be compensated
Even as many employees in Singapore continue to work from home, they should be compensated for any work injuries at home.
MOM shuts 3 workplaces for asking staff back to office
14 employers in Singapore were also handed composition fines for not implementing adequate safe management measures.
Top 3 leadership lessons learnt during COVID-19
Audrey Cheong, Managing Director, FedEx Singapore, shares the leadership lessons she has learned in logistics and the crucial role they have played during COVID-19
9 in 10 employees face some level of anxiety from COVID-19
The latest survey also showed that employees are pleased with the way their leaders have stepped up to support them during the pandemic.
Time for HR to create a new workforce experience
The latest survey from Leapgen, a global consultancy firm, examines how organisations need to create workforce experiences that works for today’s new model of work.
HR managers in India identify remote working as long-term goal
63% of HR managers in India said their organisations will continue to work virtually even when COVID-19 lockdown is lifted in the country.
Cultivating a culture of experimentation and innovation
AIA Singapore and Hyper Island have collaborated to launch Digital Ei8ht, a programme that redefines learning as companies undergo digital transformation.
Citi Singapore offers 6 principles for the return to workplace
The majority of Citi Singapore employees will continue to work from home until July, even as Singapore eases ‘circuit breaker’ measures on June 2.
Google set for partial reopening of workplace
From July 6, Google buildings in more cities will reopen with 10% capacity, which will be increased to 30% by September.
Is remote working creating happier employees?
A new workforce survey found that employees are happier now than before COVID-19 struck.
Smart WFM expands into Asia with new Singapore office
The expansion follows considerable demand in Asia for workforce management (WFM) and HR services and software, said Smart WFM.
5 key areas HR needs to focus on during COVID-19
HR policies and practices are constantly being reviewed and reshaped, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change the way we work.
Employee engagement in the new world of work
Speaking at the HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, Lorna Borenstein, CEO and Founder of Grokker, says employers must rethink how they engage their people.
Organisations urged to prioritise employee well-being
A new Mercer study said companies need to rethink their approach to mental well-being as a return to the workplace looms.
Steve Boese: Make decisions for the long-term
Speaking exclusively at HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, Steve Boese cautioned organisations on how their actions during the COVID-19 pandemic will shape their future.
John Sumser: Building fully data-driven decision processes
Speaking exclusively at HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, John Sumser described the “incredible opportunity” for companies to build a fully data-driven decision process for the future.
More investment required to reinvent workforce
A new Deloitte study found that only 16% of business leaders expect to significantly increase investment in the continual reinvention of the workforce over the next three years.