Samsung to make 8,700 outsourced workers regular
Samsung will be hiring 8,700 workers from its subcontractors, as the firm looks to boost employees’ job security.
Uber and Ola drivers’ strike in Mumbai temporarily suspended
Ola and Uber drivers in Mumbai are facing dwindling incentives, and went on a strike to demand that fares factor in the rising fuel costs, among other things.
A third of Australian migrant workers are paid less than half minimum wage
A new report shows that migrant workers in Australia are among the worst paid in the country, and most are suffering in silence.
Behind the wheel: The logistics of good talent
Michael Byrne, Managing Director of logistics giant the Toll Group, talks about how disruption is impacting the human capital needs of the industry.
Filipino workers considering career changes to improve pay
Most Filipino workers are considering change of careers and industries to gain better job prospects and financial stability.
Myanmar’s garment workers resume work after ending 72-day strike
Staff from Fu Yuen Ltd factory have been demonstrating alongside other labor activists, after 30 members of a trade union were fired.
98% of Singapore CFOs say they have hired the wrong person
Almost all CFOs surveyed say they’ve made a bad hiring decision; a problem that seems to be a global issue.
Japan’s job availability hits a 44-year high
Japan is looking to hire more workers, but is struggling to keep up with a shrinking working-age population in the country.
RCA2018: Best Corporate Health and Wellness Screening
In the second of two HRM Readers’ Choice Award wins, Fullerton Health was named best Corporate Health and Wellness Screening Provider.
South Korean employees less likely to get promoted to senior management
Ordinary South Korean employees are finding it difficult to climb the corporate ladder and reach senior management positions.
Benefits for a multi-generational workforce
In a diverse workforce, each generation has a different set of priorities, which presents unique employee benefits challenges for organisations.
RCA2018: Best Sales and Marketing Training Provider
Kaplan Professional received a resounding tick of approval from HRM Asia readers – when it comes to training frontline sales and marketing talent.
In Pictures: Google employees around the world stage walkout
The #GoogleWalkout saw more than 1,000 Googlers stage a short mid-day walkout to protest sexual harassment and inequality.
Kiwi leadership group releases largest workplace gender report
The workplace diversity survey looks to set a new benchmark for gender and ethnicity reporting in New Zealand.
Malaysia bans third-party recruiters for foreign workers
The Malaysian government has decided to remove third parties in the foreign worker application and recruitment process.
RCA2018: Best HR Technology – Outsourcing
Newcomer to the Readers’ Choice Awards, Elements Global Services walked away with the trophy for Best Outsourcing technology during the 2018 event.
More than 100,000 jobs await Filipino teachers in China
China looks to hire more Filipino teachers with good pay in a move to strengthen China-Philippines relations.
Foreign executives in South Korean companies declining
The fall in the number of foreign executives in South Korea has affected diversity of corporate culture, as companies struggle to hire talented people.
Keep customers happy, or you’re out: Singtel-Optus CEO
The customer comes first: the CEO of Singtel-Optus has told staff to keep customers happy, or risk losing their jobs.
HRM Asia’s top stories for October, 2018
Check out what caught readers’ attention over the month of October, from hi-tech staff lounges to the HRM Asia Watch List.
RCA2018: Best Background Screening Provider
RISQ Group has snagged the Best Background Screening Provider award for the second year in a row.
Trick-or-treat: Celebrating Halloween in the office
Halloween isn’t an actual holiday in this part of the world, but organisations can still make use of it to lighten the mood around the office.
In a digital world, job referrals provide a human touch
At the end of the day, it is – ironically – the human factor that has the potential to address society’s need for tech-literate talent.
HR Festival Asia: Get ready for lift-off in May, 2019
Don’t miss out on this game-changing conference and expo, which is set to redefine HR thought leadership for the new world of work.
RCA2018: Best Serviced Apartment (Singapore)
Oakwood Studios Singapore was named the island state’s best serviced apartment property, in the 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Engie to shift Asia-Pacific headquarters to Singapore
The move from Bangkok accompanies the energy giant’s plans to double its Asia-Pacific workforce over the next 10 years.
Southeast Asia most confident in digital readiness
However, budget constraints, lack of adequate talent, and outdated or unsuitable infrastructure are still hindering technology adoption.
Robot workers will make more robots at ABB’s new China factory
At its new factory in Shanghai, China, ABB will have robots and humans collaborating to make more robots.
Google employees plan walkout against “workplace bro” culture
The “woman’s walk” has been organised in response to the company reportedly protecting employees who face allegations of misconduct.
Remote working is increasingly popular around the world
A new report reveals remote work has made significant progress across the globe and has positive impact on employee satisfaction.