WFH in Japan limited to office workers, survey finds
Staff working from locations other than their offices accounted for 19.2% of all workers in Japan in April, which is almost unchanged from levels in July 2020.
Indian government advises staff to WFH
Various departments have asked their employees to report at staggered timings, while those living in COVID-19 containment zones are told to stay home.
Thailand advises those in high-risk areas to work from home for 2 weeks
The Ministry of Public Health’s advisory comes as the number of COVID-19 cases are expected to spike after the Songkran festival.
Australia gives cash incentive for unemployed to relocate for work
To incentivise job seekers to move to new locations for work, the government is giving them an upfront cash payment of A$2,000 (US$1,539).
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 brings organisations into the future of work
At HR Tech Connect 2021, HR visionaries and experts like Anita Lettink and Josh Bersin will address the key priorities facing HR leaders in 2021.
35% of 2020 job openings in Singapore were for remote work
MOM has reported that 35% of job vacancies last year could be done remotely, adding that these openings were largely for PMET roles.
Facilitating peer-to-peer collaboration for a better employee journey
CHROs need to provide staff with innovative digital tools for better cross-functional and cross-border peer-to-peer collaboration.
Mumbai orders WFH amid COVIF-19 case surge
All non-essential services like malls, beauty salons and places of worship were ordered to shut operations from Monday.
Innovate in the face of uncertainty
A new eBook from Indeed highlights why now is the right time for organisations to review their hiring strategies, despite the prevalence of economic uncertainty.
Google prioritises in-person collaboration with office reopening
Google is reopening some of its US offices with employees returning to the office on a voluntary basis from April.
More workers in Malaysia to return to the workplace from April
The level of office attendance for civil servants is subjected to the Public Service Department, while the private sector is allowed to have 100% of staff back.
Malaysia amending employment law to cater for WFH
The government is proposing a change to the current employment law to support a work-from-home (WFH) culture even in the post-pandemic era.
Singapore adopts flexible and hybrid work model
Remote working will be scaled down in the South-East Asian country as more employees are allowed to return to the workplace.
Workplace redesign on the cards for Singapore’s financial institutions
To prepare for workplaces in a post-COVID era, banks and financial institutions are redesigning their workplaces and adopting flexible work arrangements.
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.
Malaysia extends WFH accident coverage
Since last year, workers from various sectors have had to work remotely to comply with government measures to contain the spread of COVID-19.
From novelty to transparency
Brent Colescott, Senior Director, Global Business Strategy & Transformation, SumTotal Systems, explains why the pandemic may have brought about the path to organisations’ true learning destiny.
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.
Cambodia trials work-from-home for one week
Prime Minister Hun Sen has issued a directive for all government institutions and the legislative body to adopt work-from-home practices for one week.
WFH to remain as default as Malaysia loosens movement control restrictions
The government has replaced the Movement Control Order (MCO) in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor and Penang to a conditional MCO (CMCO).
Staggered working hours and remote working encouraged in Singapore
Spreading out commuter crowds on buses and trains during peak hours would help ensure the financial sustainability and efficiency of public transport.
Japan installs teleworking booths in city metros
These teleworking cubes have since been installed at various stations and office building entrances across cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.
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.
Gig workers in Singapore need help in terms of social security
The labour movement is looking into how gig workers can have greater structural support, which can include greater bargaining power.
Rethinking compensation for a new work environment
Organisations also need to update their indicators for the new normal, and make data-driven decisions to inform their HR strategy.
France relaxes rule to allow workers to eat within work premises
The government has relaxed its labour code that explicitly forbids workers “to have their meals inside work premises”.
Indian employees can opt for four-day work week soon
Labour and employment secretary Apurva Chandra said the new labour codes would provide the flexibility of four working days in a week.
Singapore employers not looking to adjust pay despite new norm of WFH
Most employers are not considering adjusting their staff’s salary even as remote working has become a trend.
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.
India proposes launch of portal to collect gig worker data
The data could help formulate health, housing, skill, insurance, credit and food schemes for migrant workers, says the finance minister.