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.
How recruiters can benefit from a changing talent landscape

Sara Kaplan, Content and Social Media Manager, TalentTap, explains how organisations can use a shift in talent mobilisation to grow their business in 2021.
Intergenerational collaboration is the key to saving the world – Now more than ever!

Rachele Focardi, a global thought-leader, highlights the importance of intergenerational collaboration.
How human development can help lead the future of work

In his new book, Dr Bob Aubrey highlights the importance of human development as a professional field.
Delivering positive experiences key for success

The management team from Ramada and Days Hotels by Wyndham Singapore shares insights on their organisational approach during the pandemic and beyond.
What HR needs to know about Pinterest’s US$20M settlement

The large, public settlement could be a bellwether for how other companies address diversity, writes HRE’s Jen Colletta.
Enterprise Singapore urges SMEs to adopt ISO standards

Businesses that are ISO certified means that their services, products, or processes adhere to a globalised standard.
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.
Biased evaluation of staff performance can be useful

A research paper posits that workers who are very talented will lose motivation if they are evaluated fairly, because they can outperform with lower effort.
Malaysia aims to train new generation of tech leaders

PM Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said the country’s technology-based agencies and companies must be headed by leaders who are technical professionals.
Female managers still under-represented in South Korea

Women formed only 20.9% of managers in 2,486 organisations in the country, according to the Ministry of Employment and Labour.
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.
Indonesia needs to boost HR and R&D in manufacturing

Manufacturing, the largest contributor to the country’s GDP, will play a big role in economic recovery, and government support will be key.
Identifiying workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience

At CHRO Online Singapore, speakers from BPP, Achievers and ADP will examine the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in 2021.
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.
Vietnam’s GDP highest in Southeast Asia

Driven by rising exports, Vietnam’s economy has outperformed others in the Southeast Asian region through the pandemic.
Singapore outlines medtech as future sector of growth

An industry-led coalition will explore advancing diagnoses for disease preparedness, containment and control.
Australia’s central bank to shape monetary policy on labour market changes

Jobs support and creation will be a priority until unemployment falls below 6%.
CHRO Online Malaysia examines leadership priorities in 2021

Thought leaders like Jason Averbook and Josh Bersin will join speakers from ADP and Microsoft in discussing some of the key challenges facing leaders .
BPP at the forefront of building organisational capability

Emma O’Dell, Director of Client Capability, BPP, explains how BPP’s organisational capability approach is helping their clients identify skills gaps and develop their people.