Small-sized firms slowing down employment of women in India
Bigger organisations are more likely to hire women in comparison to smaller ones, and one of the reasons is due to non-wage benefits.
Amazon clamps down on employees defying RTO mandate
To ensure compliance with the return-to-office mandate, Amazon employees will reportedly be monitored by individual badge swipes into buildings.
Indonesia prioritises upskilling to navigate AI challenges
The rising influence of AI is prompting Indonesia to prioritise workforce development, particularly the upskilling and reskilling of employees.
Bridging the wage and skills gap in Singapore
The labour movement has called for more support to help low-wage employees overcome respect issues, stagnant wages, and limited training opportunities.
WFH no longer an option for TCS employees
Tata Consultancy Services has reportedly told employees that they will need to be physically in offices for the entire workweek.
Employees in Malaysia urged to focus on reskilling and upskilling
The Malaysian Employers Federation has encouraged employees to upgrade their skills as more firms embrace new technologies in the workplace.
Indonesia promotes female leadership for workplace inclusivity
A focus on women’s unique qualities should be promoted in leadership to boost productivity and economic inclusiveness, says the Manpower Minister.
Navigating social risks in the multicultural business landscape
Singapore’s upcoming Workplace Fairness Legislation is heralding a key workplace shift, prompting a focus on equitable workplaces.
Simon Tate appointed as President of Asia-Pacific, Workday
Tate will be coming onboard the position at Workday to oversee the region of Asia-Pacific, with effect from November 6, 2023.
A people-first focus for a connected workplace: HR Tech Fest Connect 2023
Asia’s largest HR and work tech conference examined post-pandemic workforce challenges and offered key insights for HR leaders to grow their organisation.
Skills upgrading drives new employment law in the Philippines
MSMEs are also set to benefit from the new law by receiving more support to invest in areas such as digital technologies.
Employers in Malaysia seek guidelines for wage policy implementation
More transparency is needed to ensure proposed cash incentives are not abused and are properly utilised, employers argue.
Why good employees in South-East Asia leave for overseas
More employees are seeking better career opportunities by moving overseas, and employers can do more to retain their best talent.
Developing successful talent strategies in a distributed work era
HR dynamics and the distributed workforce dominated at a recent Darwinbox roundtable, sparking discussion around reimagining productivity.
Singapore explores enhanced support system for the unemployed
More government-funded aid is in the pipeline to support displaced employees, with an emphasis on skills development and job search.
Malaysia encourages wage policy compliance with cash incentives
The Progressive Wage Policy aims to enhance workforce productivity through skills training, benefitting both employees and employers.
Unlocking potential and empowering minds through employee engagement
A new project launched by Rothman & Roman aims to present the best employee engagement and communication practices in Singapore.
Hybrid work driving higher productivity and workforce inclusivity
More organisations are introducing diverse work styles, including hybrid and mobile work, to enhance employee satisfaction.
How mentorship can be key to performance management in firms
Performance management within organisations requires a personal touch, and employees and leaders can be empowered to take responsibility for the task.
Empowering HR leaders to build an engaged and resilient workforce
You can still register for the highly anticipated HR Tech Fest Connect 2023, which is taking place on Wednesday, September 2023!
Employees with differing needs seek supplementary employment in Japan
With encouragement from the government, two groups of employees have emerged as most likely to seek secondary jobs in Japan.
Australia’s National Skills Passport looks to retrain, renew, and reskill
One of the key objectives of the new initiative is to promote lifelong learning amongst employees in Australia amongst a skill shortage.
More employees in Singapore support raising of retirement age
To support more employees staying longer in the workforce, Singapore is looking to create a more inclusive workplace culture to support all employees.
Employee wellbeing driving ACFA’s sweeping leave policy changes
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) aims to attract and retain the best talent by improving its employee benefits programme.
Pay overtime without fail or else, Taiwan employers warned
Employees working overtime must be compensated by getting overtime pay and not by other methods, says Taiwan’s Ministry of Labour.
Cultivating human-centric leadership to improve employee wellbeing
A shifting landscape challenges the separation of personal and professional life, highlighting managers’ role in fostering employee wellbeing.
More CEOs and leaders creating one-on-one time with employees
A rising number of leaders cite one-on-one communication and empathy as a key trait to break down barriers between managers and employees.
Salary reconsideration required to attract top talent in Malaysia
Increasing living costs is pushing more employees to prioritise financial compensation as the main reason for accepting a job offer.
Are your employees satisfied and happy with their jobs?
A new study has found that employers need to do more to help increasingly disengaged employees create a healthy relationship with work.
Flexible work can ease pressure on working caregivers in Singapore
As more employees assume caregiving responsibilities, they must be supported through flexible work and paid leave, says labour movement.