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.
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.
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.