How to keep remote teams well and effective
In the first of a 2-part article, Karen Tay examines the challenges of psychological safety and the blurred boundaries between work and life in a remote work setting.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Jason Averbook – The new NOW of work
During his virtual session on May 13, he will unveil 10 new guideposts that organisations need to start thinking and acting upon.
New JobStreet platform offers workforce support
The COVID-19 Jobs and Resource Hub offers a knowledge base for both employer and employees dealing with the impact of the pandemic.
DBS Bank: Staying ahead of the curve
EXCLUSIVE: Whether through the adoption of technology, or the implementation of innovative employee engagement initiatives, DBS Bank is ready to embrace any changes in the workforce , including remote working.
2020 Singapore HRTech Market Map identifies demand for HRTech
The COVID-19 outbreak has further accelerated the demand for HR technologies, as Singapore enterprises look to digitise HR functions to support remote working.
Singapore’s COVID-19 circuit breaker extended until June 1
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the extension of the circuit breaker for four more weeks after a spike in cases since its implementation.
Marie Kondo shares work-from-home productivity tips
One of the most important factors of being productive is having a conducive place to work. Marie Kondo shares tips on how to create one at home.
Refinitiv embracing the ‘new normal’ of remote working
EXCLUSIVE: Maintaining proactive, transparent and open communication is key for the Refinitiv community as the company manages its remote working workforce now, and beyond the COVID-19 outbreak.
Australian dads offered new-look flexible work options
COVID-19 has allowed many dads in Australia to spend more time with their families, while working from home, a new research has found, while urging more to be done to support flexi-work arrangements.
Building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace
EXCLUSIVE: Through a culture of learning, Senoko Energy encourages openness and dynamism, and helps its workforce prepare for future demands
A third of Singaporeans feel more productive working from home
A new research revealed the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on employee productivity and well-being in Singapore.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Understanding The Future of Remote Work
The 2-day virtual conference will concentrate on the core areas of Leadership, Technologies, Communications, Recruitment and Wellbeing.
DHL Express names Best Workplace in Asia for second consecutive year
Since 2014, DHL Express Asia Pacific has received 245 awards for its workplace and corporate culture, including 53 in 2019.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: The Future of Remote Work Is Now
We are excited to launch the HR Tech Fest Connect 2020, a 100% virtual conference that aims to prepare the workforce for The Future of Remote Work.
HRM Tips: How to cope with stress while working from home
Working from home might not sound like a stressful thing, but it might end up being so if you do not manage your work and emotions well.
COVID-19: What measures are employers taking?
EXCLUSIVE: HRM Asia finds out what are some of the measures and technologies companies have implemented during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Citibank Singapore extends paternity leave to 4 weeks
The bank will double the government-mandated two-week paternity leave while maternity leave will remain unchanged at 16 weeks.
2020 Payroll and HR Trends in Asia
What areas should your organisation look out for this year in terms of Payroll and HR Trends in Asia?
Twitter employees asked to work from home
The social media company has asked all its employees to work from home as a precaution amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
Singapore firms offer financial support for staff amidst COVID-19
Singapore companies are stepping up to offer coverage and financial support for their employees amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19: What are companies doing?
The Wuhan virus has affected many countries around the world, and businesses are taking measures to prevent an outbreak at their workplaces.
Employees in Singapore advised against travel to China
In Singapore’s latest measure to contain the outbreak of the Wuhan virus, the Ministry of Manpower has advised employees and employers against travelling to China.
HK urges workers to work from home amidst Wuhan Virus
In a bid to stop a further outbreak of the Wuhan virus, the Hong Kong government has asked employers to allow their staff to work from home.
COVID-19 Outbreak: What can HR do?
With cases of the Wuhan virus set to increase, it’s important for employees to take precautions at their workplaces. It’s better safe than sorry.
Game on: How to engage employees using Gamification
The term “gamification” has been around for a long time. But companies today are still reluctant and unclear on how to engage their employees using it.
Four-day work week “damaging” for jobs
While the idea of a four-day work week is catching up among businesses, Australian Industry Group Chief Innes Willoxa believes it can be damaging for jobs.
More Japan government officials moonlighting
Japanese officials have long been strictly forbidden from taking on second jobs. But not anymore, as the government looks to relieve labour shortages.
HRM Five: How to manage (and prevent) office politics
Like it or not, office politics are part and parcel of work. But what can we do to better manage or better still, avoid it?
Japanese feel ‘intense stress’ from working with foreigners
Japanese managers are experiencing “intense stress” in working with foreign employees and are willing to quit their job because of that.
What trends will dominate HR tech in 2020?
HR Tech columnist Steve Boese looks into the crystal ball to see what are the latest trends that will dominate HR technology in 2020.