How the pandemic has narrowed the generational divide
Rachele Focardi shares 10 facts about the multi-generational workforce in the post-pandemic workplace.
Call to cut wages of those working from home contested in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has come under fire over a call to cut the wages of employees working from home.
Fewer workers in Singapore prefer working from home than before
Last July and August, 34% of workers said that they felt that working from home on most days was the new normal, but this fell further in April 2022.
Using human relationships to reimagine the employee experience
Lynn Dang, HR Lead for Microsoft in Singapore and Vietnam, highlights why HR leaders must invest in human relationships and the employee experience.
Permanent flexible work arrangements called for in Singapore
Even as the country eases workplace restrictions, employers are encouraged to permanently offer flexible work arrangements.
Bringing in-person connection back to Asia’s HR community
HR Tech Festival Asia 2022 is taking place from 10-13 May 2022 and includes the in-person HR Tech Fest Live on May 10.
Big companies in India continue hybrid work policies
In view of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, companies are asking workers to continue work from home, or are adopting a hybrid system.
Recharge EX with employee wellbeing at the core
Employee wellbeing is becoming increasingly critical for organisations as they look to nurture a healthy and productive workforce.
Thailand urges firms to WFH for a week after Songkran holiday
Businesses and organisations should adopt a policy of working from home for between 5 and 7 days, said the Department of Disease Control.
Whenever, wherever: The future of work beyond hybrid
Gary Cookson, Director of EPIC HR, discusses what organisations need to consider to make hybrid working a success.
Indian startups embrace “work from anywhere” arrangement
This has allowed a particular startup to hire from a large pool of talent, with 95% of staff working from other locations.
Navigating labour market recovery by putting people first
Leaders in ASEAN are coming together to devise strategies that will allow organisations and people in the region to recover from the pandemic.
Employers in Singapore must consider flexi-work arrangements
Under a new set of government guidelines, by 2024, employers must consider staff requests for flexible work arrangements fairly and properly.
Workers in the Philippines wants intervention on return-to-work order
They have proposed a 50%-75% office capacity and the implementation of a reduced workweek while proceeding with a work-from-home arrangement.
Malaysia lets employers choose whether to allow WFH
As the country moves into the endemic stage on April 1, employers will get to decide whether to continue work-from-home (WFH) or hybrid arrangements.
Some employees in the Philippines unwilling to return to workplaces
One fifth of business processing outsourcing (BPO) workers would rather quit their jobs than return to offices.
Return to office trending in the Philippines
Several major business groups and companies are backing the government’s move to get employees to return to their workplaces.
Redefining HR leadership in a hybrid world of work
The role of the CHRO has arguably never been more important as organisations continue to plan for long-term business continuity and success.
Malaysia approves amendments to Employment Act
The Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021 enhances protection against discrimination, safeguards well-being, and offers flexible work options for workers.
L&D playing key role in re-defining talent management strategies
L&D is proving to be a key tool for organisations to attract and retain the best talent in a world of digital transformation.
Flexible work favoured by Singapore companies
Flexible work arrangements will continue to be implemented by companies despite the relaxing of pandemic measures, the government has reported.
WHO and ILO: Set boundaries on working hours when teleworking
Employees should also establish individual telework plans and clarify expectations about timelines and expected results, the WHO and ILO highlighted.
Japan to focus on flexible working in upcoming labour talks
The Japanese Trade Union Confederation wants businesses to define workplace rules related to the eligibility for remote work.
Malaysia urges firms to return to WFH arrangements
The health ministry noted that the current infectious rate of COVID-19 in the country is higher, and most likely caused by the Omicron variant.
New Zealand urges businesses to let employees work from home
As Omicron cases increase, the country’s biggest businesses and government departments have been encouraged to let their staff work from home.
Malaysia encourages businesses to WFH where possible
Employers have been told to avoid face-to-face meetings for now, and are encouraged to help their workers undergo regular COVID-19 tests.
India resumes full office attendance for central government employees
Heads of departments are also called on to ensure that employees wear face masks at all times, and abide by the appropriate social distancing measures.
Lifelong learning key for success of hybrid work
Peter Kokkinos, VP For Asia Pacific Udemy Business, highlights how organisations can grow in a hybrid world of work.
WFH blurs boundaries between work and play, says WHO
WHO also highlighted some positives from teleworking, which was found to have a positive effect on self-reported health.
The three biggest questions HR leaders will face in 2022
Achievers’ Matt Seadon shares the biggest questions that HR leaders will have to tackle in 2022 as they shape and redefine the post-pandemic workplace