Malaysian youths exhorted to keep abreast of digitalisation
Yayasan Peneraju said the country’s young human capital needs to be retrained and upskilled to keep up with digitalisation trends.
Ascender to be acquired by Ceridian
The transaction, which is expected to close in the second quarter of 2021, will see the companies providing the ‘most comprehensive’ payroll and human capital management solutions in APJ.
Workers in the Philippines to be upskilled in AI
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has launched an AI programme to prepare workers for disruption from technological advancement.
Opportunities for gig-working in India rises
India’s lockdown period saw companies adopt a WFH arrangement for their staff, cutting down on staff strength, hiring freelancers and outsourcing tasks.
Top employers are reinventing the role of HR
Working with Asia-Pacific’s top organisations, Top Employers Institute is continuing to identify trends in HR strategies and workplace practices.
Hong Kong banks on innovative tech for city’s economic recovery
The government’s intervention and support are crucial in the early stage of innovation and tech development, says city financial chief.
How to design a digital-change experience that sticks
Organisations need to rethink change, embracing it with a digital mindset that will empower their employees to adapt.
Health and safety are at the heart of business continuity
John Sumser explains why organisations need to priortise health and safety as they explore approaches to create business continuity.
Josh Bersin: 5 positive lessons HR learned in 2020
Looking ahead to 2021, global industry analyst and dean of the Josh Bersin Academy, Josh Bersin, highlights some of the key lessons HR learnt in 2020.
How HR can make a successful shift into 2021
HRM Asia talks to some of the leading HR thought leaders on how organisations can make a successful transition into 2021.
What are the key concerns for HR in 2021?
After a largely difficult and uncertain 2020, HR faces the challenge of reinvigorating employees, as well as helping their organisations develop strategies that will ensure success in 2021.
Funding from FDI to create high-skilled jobs in Malaysia
The government is partnering international venture capital fund managers to create jobs, said Malaysia’s finance minister.
South Korea to spend US$5.3 billion on science and ICT research
The Ministry of Science and ICT will invest US$5.3 billion on science and information and communication technology (ICT) research in 2021.
Thailand to equip students with robotics skills
The country aims to teach 5,200 vocational students per year to meet the estimated future demand of 200,000 robotics-trained workers by 2024.
Malaysia’s machinery & equipment sector urged to adopt digitisation
The country’s machinery and equipment (M&E) sector, which accounts for 85% of local SMEs, needs to adopt digital solutions to stay competitive.
Singapore: Technology will disrupt 90% of HR roles in three to five years
Technology-enabled solutions, especially those using automation, will impact the majority of human resource (HR) roles in the near future.
Singapore Institute of Technology inks deals to plug industry knowledge gap, spur innovation
A*Star researchers will provide technical expertise to companies and help mentor SIT interns.
Why reskilling and upskilling will be critical to organisational success
Cornerstone OnDemand’s new research highlights the importance of organisations improving the skills of their people in order to face future challenges.
Building workforce capabilities and resilience for the future
Over 100 CHROs attended CHRO Online Singapore, which shared insights on how organisations can identify workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience.
Understanding current and future capability needs in your business
Emma O’Dell, Director of Client Capability, BPP, shares some insights on how organisations can identify capability needs.
CHRO Online Malaysia: Redefining leadership in a transformed workplace
Over 120 CHROs attended CHRO Online Malaysia, which highlighted the key priorities facing HR and business leaders in 2021.
Singapore prioritises employees’ physical and mental well-being
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will work with employers and building owners to better manage infectious diseases in the workplace.
Singapore to launch dedicated tech pass for foreign talent from Jan 2021
The pass, says the Singapore government, will enable Singapore to build a strong tech base in the country, and bring more opportunities to the workforce.
CHRO Indonesia Online looks at what’s ahead in 2021
Over 130 CHROs attended CHRO Indonesia, which examines issues such as how HR tech will impact the workplace in 2021.
Degrees good, skills essential – The new validation for today’s workforce
Skills will form the key component in driving today’s workforce, as companies begin to place a higher value and focus on skills.
A new era of learning in the new world of work
Workforces need to focus on upskilling business skills such as communication and leadership, says Skillsoft.
Indian government relaxes guidelines to ease into remote working
The new guidelines cut compliance for the IT industry, removing reporting obligations for firms, and easing the way for WFH to take place.
Vietnam looks to South Korea for HR training support
HCMC Party Chief hopes South Korea will provide support in HR training in IT, AI, healthcare, tourism, urban management, automation and logistics.
Singapore: Fintech sector to create more jobs
The growth of the financial services sector will generate more positions for digitally-ready PMEs, as Singapore’s digital transformation continues.
Four pillars to a digital vision
Jason Averbook, who will be a keynote speaker at CHRO Online Series 2020, describes the four pillars that will support a Digital Vision.