HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Displaying agility and flexibility to thrive beyond the pandemic
In planning their recovery from the pandemic, what are some of the key characteristics that organisations should be demonstrating?
Productivity, pandemic and HR (Today’s different world of HR)
This is the time for HR to re-imagine what it can be and how it can deliver outsized value even in the face of such radical change.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: What’s happening on Day 1
The largest virtual gathering of HR and business leaders from across Asia is upon us! Find out the exciting line-up of speakers and sessions for Day 1.
HR Fest Awards 2020 celebrates the best of HR
The judges of HR Fest Awards 2020 provide some insights into how this year’s winners were chosen.
How to get the best out of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020
The wait is over. The HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020 is here. Find out how to get the best of the content-packed event from September 29 to 1 October.
$3.5 trillion of wages lost due to COVID-19 pandemic: ILO
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a heavier toll on the global workforce than it previously forecasted, ILO said.
New jobs bill in Indonesia comes under scrutiny
Critics say that the proposed bill will cut severance benefits and revise rules on outsourcing, while having a negative impact on the environment.
4 mindset shifts organisations need to drive talent mobility
With talent mobility more important than ever in this new era of work, what are the four mindset shifts organisations need to adopt?
Google to look at hybrid work-from-home models
According to a recent survey done by the company, more than half of its employees want to return to the office, but not everyday.
New measures provide more financial flexibility for SMEs in Malaysia
New measures announced by the Malaysian government will help preserve more jobs, says the SME Association of Malaysia.
Singapore to allow more workers to return to workplace
More employees will be allowed to return to the office subject to capacity limits, although work-from-home remains the default mode of working.
Apple CEO Tim Cook believes remote working is here to stay
Apple employees have been working remotely since the start of the pandemic and CEO Tim Cook has been impressed by how they adapted to it.
Thailand to introduce new stimulus measures
The latest injection of cash aid by the Thai government aims to boost the economy and preserve jobs.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Leveraging technology in the new world of work
As organisations look to adapt to a new world of work post-pandemic, embracing the right technologies is likely to be key.
Indonesia wants to create ‘Digital Heroes’
A 3-week bootcamp organised by the Indonesian government aims to help prepare SMEs to go digital, an initiative key to the country’s economic recovery.
Returning to the workplace: opportunities, pitfalls for employers
What are the key considerations of returning to the workplace? Communication, explaining why and remaining creative and flexible.
Australia expects jobs bounce-back as COVID-19 cases fall
Prime Minister Scott Morrison hopes the declining COVID-19 cases is a sign of better things to come for Australia’s job market.
In a sub-optimal economic climate, what happens to your HR Tech stack?
HR must become more efficient by eliminating and letting go of work that is not a priority or no longer needed.
Singapore won’t run out of jobs, says Minister for Trade and Industry
Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing said Singaporeans should not worry as there are 3.5 million jobs for 2.5 million locals.
Businesses in the Philippines struggling to cope with COVID-19
More micro, small and medium businesses have been forced to temporarily close in the Philippines than any other country in ASEAN.
Averbook: Employee engagement is hard; how to overcome that
What does the workforce expect and need in order to feel engaged, and have these expectations changed in 2020?
SMEs in Hong Kong to receive financial support
New measures by the Hong Kong government include the raising of loan caps for SMEs, as well as an extended repayment period.
Bersin: 3 ways to move beyond D&I and foster belonging at work
Are you recognising and appreciating the contributions of your employees, and do they feel like they belong in the organisation?
New Zealand enters into recession for the first time in a decade
The closure of borders since March 19 has had a detrimental effect on New Zealand’s economy. alongside restrictions imposed across the country.
How to better engage in a new world of online learning
Abhijit Bhaduri highlights why organisations need to rethink online learning as they look to better engage with employees.
Global solution providers to illuminate HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020
An exciting line-up of global solutions providers will share their insights and knowledge at the HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020.
Citigroup to resume retrenchment exercise to reduce costs
The bank had put a pause on its job cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic but will now resume the cost-cutting exercise.
Asia set for prolonged economic recovery period
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Development Bank expects most economies in Asia Pacific to contract in 2020.
Adapting to the “new normal” should not be the end goal for HR
With much of the focus on transitioning to the new normal, HR leaders must not forget to prepare their workforce for what lies ahead.
Tencent to open regional hub in Singapore, hiring started
The company, who has offices in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, sees Singapore as a strategic location to expand its presence in Southeast Asia.