CHRO Series Singapore: Photo Gallery

See all the photos from HRM Asia’s CHRO Series Singapore, which took place at the Marriott Tang Plaza, Jakarta, on November 13.
Indonesia is missing out on the China exodus

Despite Indonesia being Southeast Asia’s biggest economy, it is being bypassed by Chinese companies in favour of its nimbler neighbours.
Clock is ticking on Korea’s shorter working week

Small firms may not be ready for new measures to shorten the maximum weekly working hours from 68 hours to 52.
Where is the world’s top talent hub?

It’s a small country known for being a leading financial centre with clean and safe streets – and no it’s not Singapore.
Blockchain payments across borders gets a step closer

A blockchain model is being developed that allows payments by different currencies on the same network that are faster, cheaper and safer.
Tackling the digital talent crunch in shipping

HR professionals are coming together from the maritime industry to help it deal with digitalisation, decarbonisation and disruption.
Malaysia’s startup scene catching up to other ASEAN hubs

The country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is growing fast helped by an injection of venture capital and the success of its neighbours.
EtonHouse: “Treating staff like our children”

The founder and managing director of EtonHouse International explains the similarities between nurturing staff and students.
Are holograms the future of recruitment?

As HR becomes more technology-focused, holograms could make the leap from Hollywood movies to a real-life recruitment tool.
Being a pilot isn’t so glamorous anymore

Once a dream job, the role of captain or first officer of the skies is now far more automated and routine, says AirAsia HR chief.
Culture and digital transformation on show at CHRO Series Singapore

The fourth installment of CHRO Series in Singapore took place at the Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel on November 13.
What are the most in-demand jobs in banks?

Candidates in seven contract roles are the most sought after within the financial services sector, and surprisingly they aren’t all in technology.
Spy agency lauded for empowering social mobility

Surprises all round as Britain’s overseas secret service named as a key employer driving social mobility in the UK.
Microsoft: Transformation is not a one-off event

Microsoft is five years into its digital and cultural transformation explaining it’s a continual journey that must involve all stakeholders from the top down.
Who’s in the sweet spot for a salary rise?

While most employees won’t see a pay rise next year, specialist technology positions will get salary uplifts according to recruitment firm.
Adidas shifts high-tech factories to Asia

The sportswear maker will be moving its robot technology to Asia and closing down two modern plants in Germany and the US.
Wage defaults in the spotlight across China

Authorities in China are doubling down on national efforts to eradicate wage defaults across the economy.
“Appalling and outdated”: Blowback from EY’s training for women

A training session from over a year ago has caused some public relations headaches for consulting firm EY.
Bing reinvents itself as internal search for companies

Microsoft is shifting its search engine Bing from a general-purpose tool to focus on catering to businesses.
Women demand their right to wear glasses at work in Japan

Japanese women have taken to Twitter to voice outcry after reports that employers are imposing bans on spectacles in the workplace.
Public workers in Rome strike across the city

The Italian capital was hit by multiple public sector strike actions, as trade unionists continue their fight against the new Mayor.
Five of the Best: HR Information Systems

HRM Asia presents five of the best HR Information Systems currently helping organisations administer HR processes, while keeping employees engaged.
Five of the Best: HR Information Systems

HRM Asia presents five of the best HR Information Systems currently helping organisations administer HR processes, while keeping employees engaged.
‘’Building an innovation lab doesn’t make you innovative’’

The majority of digital transformations fail because companies focus too much on the technology and structures not enough on the people involved.
Investment bank offers fertility treatment to staff

Goldman Sachs extends its already-generous employee benefits to include purchasing eggs from donors.
National skills registry launches in India

The Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Ministry has an ambitious plan to catalog the skills of more than 20 million trained adults.
Here’s why McDonald’s turmoil may also be an HR opportunity

A new CHRO could seize the chance to address the sexual harassment allegations suddenly plaguing the company.
Massive Asia-Pacific free-trade pact to go ahead without India

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) includes 15 member countries and covers half the world’s population.
Expat sues Japanese broker over parental leave

Paternity leave is guaranteed under Japanese law, but few employees attempt to utilise it. One Canadian expat says that led to an uncomfortable workplace.
Should you ban sugary drinks in the workplace?

Companies are taking on more responsibility to supervise their employees’ diets when at work to help them make healthy choices.