People at Work: A Workforce View 2021
Research from the ADP Research Institute provides insights into how the workforce in Singapore and across Asia Pacific has changed over the past year.
Taking a workforce view to predict the future of work
What are the key trends and developments that will impact how organisations plan a successful transition into the future of work?
Malaysian companies must allow staff to self-quarantine
Employers in Malaysia have been warned that they risk closure if staff are not allowed to self-quarantine while waiting for COVID-19 screening results.
South Korea’s April jobs show largest growth in seven years
The number of employed workers in South Korea totalled 27.21 million in April, up 652,000 from a year ago.
Taiwan passes amendment to foreign talent recruitment bill
The Legislative Yuan has approved an amendment to an act that will lower requirements for foreign white-collar professionals seeking work in Taiwan.
New Zealand considers prosecution against misuse of wage subsidies
An inquiry made into how the scheme was managed revealed that applications were approved based on verbal confirmation, without documents.
Unleashing the power of generational diversity: Time for HR to take the lead!
Rachele Focardi explains why improving generational diversity is now key for workplace success.
Forging new pathways for women’s careers
Women, allies and organisations must come together to drive meaningful change for women in the workplace, Skillsoft has advocated in a report.
Creating a holistic employee experience with people at the core
Discover how organisations can rethink and redesign their employee experience strategies in a reshaped workplace.
Changes in Australia’s federal budget to benefit part-timers and women
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has scrapped the A$450 (US$354) a month threshold to pay mandatory super in the 2021 federal budget.
Travel for work in Malaysia only allowed with proper documentation
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Malaysia, the government has imposed a nationwide movement control order.
Cambodia’s labour ministry clarifies rules for factory re-openings
The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training has clarified that factories cannot force workers to be vaccinated in order for them to return to work.
Displaced workers in the Philippines will continue receiving support
DOLE has also ramped up the implementation of its programme to provide jobs for seasonal workers, those who are displaced, or underemployed.
Tokyo government promotes WFH with subsidies to companies
Financial incentives are offered to businesses that implement work from home (WFH) schemes to lower the number of people who commute to work.
Australia set to extend programme to train and reskill workforce
JobTrainer was designed for 17 to 24-year-olds and the unemployed, and was initially slated to expire in September.
Socso to protect self-employed in Malaysia by year-end
The Social Security Organisation (Socso) has announced plans to protect 200,000 active self-employed individuals by the end of this year.
Learning as a pathway to human growth
SumTotal Systems’ Morne Swart explains why being able to quickly figure out and develop new roles will be the key to a sustainable future for organisations.
How to set up a successful hybrid work model
Telstra’s Alex Badenoch, who will be speaking at HR Tech Fest Connect 2021, gives some tips on how organisations can make remote work a success.
Philippines’ jobless rate falls to lowest level since start of pandemic
In March, the number of unemployed citizens aged 15 and above was estimated at 3.44 million, 747,000 less than from February.
Sentosa: The one-stop solutions provider for out of the boardroom MICE experiences
Sentosa’s strategic location, accessibility, and array of leisure experiences has made the island the perfect one-stop solutions provider for MICE experiences.
Identifying the key trends and priorities defining HR and work tech
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 will provide key insights that will allow organisations to plan for a successful workplace transformation.
Singapore companies to close gaps in workplace learning
The new National Workplace Learning Certification scheme will help companies identify and close gaps in their workplace learning systems.
Australia commits A$1.2 billion to spur digital economy
The announcement comes ahead of its Federal budget on May 11, and includes measures to support skills and investments in the digital workforce.
Malaysia approved wage subsidies worth US$3.12 billion
The government’s Wage Subsidy Programme 1.0 (PSU 1.0) has approved wage subsidies of RM12.86 (US$3.12 billion) as of April 23.
Thailand plans US$7.2 billion stimulus to help low-income group
The Cabinet gave in-principle approval for the fiscal stimulus measures, aimed to help the poor cope with the economic impact from the pandemic.
NTUC LHUB sets SMEs in Singapore on the road to digital success
The SME Digital Reboot programme aims to help 500 companies in Singapore deepen their digital capabilities by the end of 2022.
What it takes to be CHRO in a private equity-owned portfolio company
Robert Rigby-Hall and Ommar Butt highlight the key skills and attributes CHROs need to create value through HR in portfolio companies.
Vaccinated employees get 2 days off work in Taiwan
Workers who receive the COVID-19 vaccine will be entitled to two days off work, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
New Zealand’s jobless rate falls to 4.7% in Q12021
Over the March quarter, employment rose by 15,000 in New Zealand, as the country continues to recover from the pandemic.
Decoding the top priorities facing HR leaders today
Anita Lettink, a keynote presenter at HR Tech Fest Connect 2021, gives some tips on defining organisations’ post-pandemic approach to work.