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.
Thailand rolls out jobs support to tourism workers
The Tourism Council of Thailand wants to implement a dedicated support programme for tourism workers to reskill and upskill by March.
China created 11.86 million new jobs in 2020
The human resources ministry said the country’s employment situation improved quarter by quarter in 2020, exceeding expectations.
Investment in upskilling can boost GDP by US$6.5 trillion by 2030
Skills enhancement would ensure that workers have the experience and skills needed for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Malaysia: Reskilling workers better strategy than wage subsidies
The government’s strategy to mitigate the effects of the pandemic should be to upskill or reskill workers instead of continuing to pay wage subsidies.
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.
Skills training needed to meet targeted labour demand in Thailand
The training programmes may also need to focus on promoting livelihoods and self-employment skills in rural areas, said the World Bank
Skills development key for SEA workers to move into new jobs
There are large potential returns to be reaped by businesses, stemming from productivity increases from fourth industrial revolution tech, says ADB.
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.
Working-age population projected to shrink in Japan and South Korea
An OECD report has calculated that by 2050, Japan’s working-age population would have declined to 61.8%.
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.
Australian education and employer bodies call on adaptability for the future workplace
Australians need to change what, when and how they learn to prepare for the workplace of the future.
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.
Startups in India today are the MNCs for tomorrow: PM Modi
The prime minister urged the country’s youth to be prepared for the opportunities that lie ahead as startups grow in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
Singapore must manage wage disparity
Trade and industry minister Chan Chun Sing said equipping workers with skills for the future is crucial in managing wage disparity in the country.
Malaysia disburses RM$12.6 billion in wage subsidies
The nation’s hiring incentive and training assistance programme has also helped 106,443 employees secure employment.
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.
Singapore’s general labour market to see uptick in 2021
Labour chief Ng Chee Meng said the job market is expected to show signs for optimism next year, but some sectors would still stay in a slump.
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.
Singapore Institute of Technology continues to promote lifelong learning in Singapore
Programmes offered by SIT allow those already in the workforce to gain deeper skillsets and knowledge.
Young workers urged to learn new skills in COVID-19 age
The changing environment calls for a transformation in how we think about learning, and acquiring the ability to adapt.
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.
Employers in Singapore upskill foreign workers amid labour shortage
Employers may need to upskill or re-skill their foreign workers, especially in sectors where local staff are hard to employ.
MIS continues to drive professional learning and development in Singapore
MIS has been awarded the HRM Asia Editors’ Choice Award for Best Corporate Training Provider.
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.