Agile and skills-ready workforce for a changing world

A recent webinar by Workday highlighted how a skilled and engaged workforce is key to building an agile organisation.
Leading change through an emphasis on driving the human experience

Through a new webinar series, SAP SuccessFactors will examine how CHROs can drive both workplace digital transformation and employee experience.
Japan’s largest business lobby aims for more women representation

Measures include the implementation of a support programme for women on matters of hiring and promotion to upper management and executive roles.
Building the right skills for the future of work

Learning Technologies Asia 2021 will examine how organisations can develop their learning strategies to stay ahead, innovate and grow.
SSIA launched the first semiconductor women’s forum
Diversity is key to address the challenges facing the semiconductor industry, the inaugural Semiconductor Women’s Forum highlighted.
China to prioritise employment policies, says Premier Li

In its 2021 Government Work Report delivered in early March, the government highlighted its plan to create 11 million jobs in 2021.
Building a future-fit workforce through learning

In a new report, Skillsoft highlights why learning will continue to play a pivotal role in building a future-fit workforce in a new world of work.
Vietnam aims for e-government by 2025

Minister of information and communications Nguyen Manh Hung has said the country plans to implement a digital government by 2025.
Singapore’s employment rate among women remained stable in 2020

Singapore’s Manpower Minister also highlighted that a welcome change in the workplace would be having more women representation in company boards.
A year after lockdown: 5 ways that the world of work has changed for good

A look at HR since businesses sent millions of workers home with little more than a good-luck wave and a laptop.
Philippine government shuns hard lockdown

The government is adopting a “granular” approach instead of hard lockdowns to address a stubbornly high unemployment rate.
Employee Surveys: Dead or Alive?

Josh Bersin, global industry analyst and dean of the Josh Bersin Academy, highlights why organisations should continue to place a priority on creating a wide variety of channels for employee feedback.
How the supply and demand for skills are shifting

Ajay Sridharan, VP of Sales, India/South East Asia & Middle East, Degreed, provides insights on how organisations can support employee upskilling.
‘Superpower’ your talent during uncertainty

Rhys Hughes, Regional Vice-President of Sumtotal, highlights why organisations should empower their employees to thrive during uncertainty.
Singapore’s Chief HR officer receives highest accolade in HR industry

Peck Kem, who leads the Singapore Public Service, has demonstrated “exceptional HR leadership” during the COVID-19 pandemic, says CIPD.
Two Cents: Agility defines the future of L&D

Organisations are beginning to redefine the role L&D plays in their organisations and how it relates to organisational success.
L&D enters a new era of learning and employee development

Leading up to Learning Technologies Asia, RedThread Research shared how the role of L&D is being redefined in a new world of work.
How to bring about a successful digital transformation

A new CCL report examines digital leadership in Singapore and highlights the need for improved digital transformation management.
Workplace culture and empowerment in the new digital economy

Derick Teo, Director, Enterprise Go-Digital Solutions, BIPO, shares his observations and insights on why building an employee-first culture is critical.
#BetterMe by AXA helps organisations construct more resilient workforces

#BetterMe by AXA is designed to help build a healthier and more productive workforce.
India’s new paperless portal for MSME registrations crosses 2-million mark

The government’s paperless portal for MSME registration – Udyam Registration – has processed 2.03 million registrations in the last three months.
Malaysian government partners industries to create over 160,000 jobs

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has said that more than 160,000 jobs are expected to be created in 2021 through investments in human capital.
HR support key to help workforce navigate uncertain future

Human resource management cannot be considered as a support function in an organisation, but rather a strategic partner, says Brunei minister.
70,000 jobs can be created in Malaysia with 1% increase in GDP

The Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) said the local economy has the capacity to create 70,000 jobs for every 1% increase in its GDP.
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.
Flexi work arrangements can improve employees’ mental health

In Singapore, as more employees head back to the office, giving them more flexibility over work arrangements can boost their mental well-being.
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.
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.
Good fundamentals crucial to recovery in the Philippines

The Department of Finance (DoF) said maintaining good fundamentals will be key to the recovery from the pandemic.
All organisations should have zero tolerance against workplace sexual harassment: Delhi High Court

Sexual harassment is a serious issue that needs to be addressed at all work places urgently and sensitively.