Two Cents: The need for speed and agility in the new world of work
It is now a matter of ‘be agile or die’ in the post COVID-19 world. How can organisations make sure they adapt to the new normal?
Tata Communications wants to create a connected digital experience
Speaking to HRM Asia, Tata Communications’ Andrew Yeong details how the company is approaching the journey to digital transformation.
Working from home is a negative, says Netflix
Even though the video streaming service provider has told its employees to stay at home, Netflix’s CEO clearly does not favour remote working.
Indian conglomerate makes remote working permanent
From September 1, all sales employees under the group’s companies will work from home permanently.
What is the cost of working from home?
With workers staying at home because of the pandemic, the financial hit to Sydney’s central business district comes at a cost of AUD$10 billion.
Samsung Electronics tests feasibility of remote working
Beginning this September, some Samsung workers based in South Korea will begin to work from home, as part of a pilot programme.
Malaysia launches redeployment initiative for laid-off workers
The human resources ministry in Malaysia is working to reduce cases of local and foreign workers losing their jobs through the redeployment initiative
South Korean firms continue work-from-home policies
As South Korea grapples with a second COVID-19 wave, many companies are having to make remote working a priority.
Siemens’ new work culture is on the move
Siemens’ Michael Haberzettl shares with HRM Asia details of the company’s new mobile working model, and how it is reshaping how the company works.
Siemens to 140,000 employees: Where do you want to work?
For 2-3 days a week, Siemens employees are able to choose where they want to work, and it need not be home.
SMBs in South-East Asia at high risk of crypto-mining
Countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam are experiencing some of the highest number of mining attempts globally.
Managing the new ‘blended’ workforce
During the pandemic, HR leaders are doing double duty looking after remote and on-site employees. Here’s how to make it all work.
4 in 10 Singaporeans considering leaving jobs to start business
Singapore employers are facing a challenge in retaining their talent, with 41% of workers considering to be entrepreneurs.
NTUC Job Security Council to help affected workers find new jobs
It will also help companies in Singapore meet manpower needs by mobilising workers from firms with excess manpower.
Fujitsu offers 3 core principles for remote working
Under a new ‘Work Life Shift’ programme, the company’s Japanese workforce of 80,000 will work remotely whenever possible.
COVID-19 highlights role of wearables in the workplace
Will the appeal of wearables grow as social distancing measures need to be adhered to as companies return to the workplace?
Redefining productivity in a pandemic
Ensuring employee productivity requires focusing on keeping things efficient, stripping out non-essentials and finding ways to streamline processes.
Over half of millennials in Malaysia plan to quit jobs to start businesses
Their top reason for doing so is that being an entrepreneur would give them more opportunities, according to a Randstad survey.
HRM Asia Special: How are companies returning to the workplace?
We spoke exclusively to companies in the region to find out how they are ensuring a safe return to the workplace for their employees.
Zoom CEO: You can hire global talent without an office
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan said he will not have a single office if he starts his company today as he can hire talent from all over the world.
4 questions for business agility
In the first of a 2-part article, Steve Boese, president and co-founder of H3 HR Advisors, suggests four questions to ask of your HR function in order to seek more agile approaches to your work.
Gojek receives investment boost from Facebook and PayPal
Investment will help grow South-east Asia’s digital economy and accelerate digital payments adoptions among small businesses.
Top 3 leadership lessons learnt during COVID-19
Audrey Cheong, Managing Director, FedEx Singapore, shares the leadership lessons she has learned in logistics and the crucial role they have played during COVID-19
1 in 5 Malaysians out of job due to COVID-19
A JobStreet survey also revealed that 35% have suffered a pay cut of more than 30% during the ‘Movement Control Order’ period.
SHRI and BIPO launch one-stop HR service for Chinese firms
The China Desk service provides Chinese companies expanding into Singapore with a one-stop solution that caters to their business needs.
Is remote working creating happier employees?
A new workforce survey found that employees are happier now than before COVID-19 struck.
Cybercrime continues to be a threat as remote working grows
Organisations need to put a strong focus on security for remote working, said a new report from Verizon Business.
6 tips for managing a remote workforce
With remote working becoming a norm following the COVID-19 pandemic, you might need to make some changes to your management style.
LinkedIn connecting and strengthening online communities
The new LinkedIn Virtual Events solution provides a tighter integration between existing features on LinkedIn Live, LinkedIn Events and LinkedIn Pages.
Leaders need to adapt to rapidly changing workforce priorities
Leaders need to adapt to the new world of work quickly if they are to keep pace with the rapid changes of the new remote workforce.