Breaking the corporate mould: The case of starting your career at a startup
Drawn to impact and agility, Chee Cui Xia chose the startup path early—and became the youngest Chief of Staff at her company.
AI disruption to hit women’s jobs harder, says ILO report
AI is set to transform nearly 10% of female-dominated jobs, particularly in clerical roles, reshaping work in high-income countries.
The silent exodus? Is menopause costing APAC firms top female talent?
A silent challenge is driving top talent away—menopause. HeyVenus’ Christina Ang says it’s time organisations lead with empathy and strategy.
Finance professionals in Singapore eye entrepreneurship and skills development, ACCA survey finds
Entrepreneurial ambitions, sustainability goals, and AI skill gaps are reshaping career expectations among finance professionals in Singapore.
Malaysia’s labour market expands in Q1 2025
Malaysia’s labour demand continues to rise, creating more opportunities for skilled and semi-skilled employees.
Japan to launch five-year plan to boost wages and productivity in SMEs
Japan is launching a five-year plan to boost SME wages and productivity, targeting key industries with ¥60 trillion investment.
The universe of kindness: How doing good can unexpectedly boost your business
Kindness in business is not just good karma—it is a powerful strategy that builds trust, opens doors, and drives shared success.
AI and automation poised to revolutionise payroll, empowering HR strategy
Over half of multinational companies in Singapore are leveraging AI and automation to streamline payroll and minimise manual processes.
Beyond traditional HR: Tetra Pak’s integrated strategy for people, sustainability, and innovation
With Lin Hong Ming at the helm, Tetra Pak is shaping a people-first strategy that fuels innovation and future-proofs its workforce.
Day 2 of HR Tech Asia 2025: Rethinking talent, work, and the human element
HR Tech Asia 2025 spotlighted empathy, agility, and purpose as key drivers of transformative talent strategies and future-ready workplaces.
The high cost of disengaged employees: Why culture matters more than ever
According to Dayforce, organisations must recalibrate culture investments to meet evolving employee expectations and drive business performance.
Five forces radically transforming HR—and why it all comes back to AI
At last week’s HR Tech Asia, industry analyst Brian Sommer explored how AI in HR is driving ongoing HR transformation—and how to get ahead of it.
The kindness advantage in hospitality: How Ovolo Hotels redefined hospitality during a crisis
When Girish Jhunjhnuwala reimagined hospitality, he proved that genuine kindness could transform crises into unforgettable brand loyalty.
Work takes centre stage for South Korea’s younger workforce, new report finds
South Korea’s younger workforce prioritises work above all else, reshaping gender roles and signalling urgent policy reform opportunities.
Building a real culture of learning will move your company forward
A culture of learning is not a static achievement. The most successful organisations are those that see learning not as a cost, but as a long-term investment.
Day 1 of HR Tech Asia 2025: Building tech fluency and inclusive AI for the future of work
HR Tech Asia 2025 challenged HR leaders to rethink strategies amid AI disruption, digital acceleration, and changing workforce needs.
HR Tech Asia Awards 2025 honours Asia’s most outstanding HR leaders and innovators
Outstanding HR leaders and organisations across Asia were recognised for their achievements in innovation, inclusion, and sustainability at HR Tech Asia Awards 2025.
Workplace loneliness: New study calls for business intervention
Younger employees feel lonelier than older adults, highlighting a need for employers to rethink how they foster belonging and connection.
Why corporate mental health fails: AI for personalised care
Despite growing investments in mental health, burnout persists—highlighting the need for more proactive, personalised workplace strategies.
Employers in Singapore urge bold action to turn ageing population into economic gain
Singapore is positioning itself to turn the challenge of an ageing workforce into an opportunity through inclusive, flexible employment strategies.
The wellbeing virtuous cycle
The business case for supporting employees’ wellbeing beyond the workplace.
From IBM to The Kyndryl Way: Inside a successful cultural transformation
Under CHRO Maryjo Charbonnier’s leadership, Kyndryl transformed from an IBM spin-off into a thriving, people-first technology powerhouse.
Asia-Pacific doubles HR tech adoption since 2022
New survey data from Sapient Insights Group shows that Asia-Pacific is outpacing North America in AI adoption, while also highlighting key opportunities for HR teams in the region.
Final call: HR leaders to converge in Singapore for HR Tech Asia 2025
HR Tech Asia 2025 is days away—bringing transformative insights, bold strategies, and the region’s top HR minds to Singapore.
Singapore’s labour market shows signs of cooling amid global trade tensions
Singapore’s labour market softened in early 2025 as employment growth and unemployment edged up amid rising global trade tensions.
DOLE begins review of Metro Manila minimum wage
The Philippines government is set to review minimum wages, potentially boosting incomes for millions of employees across the country.
South Korea bottoms global ranking for remote work, study reveals
Rigid work cultures in South Korea are limited remote work and flexibility with consequences for family life, birthrates, and business.
Shaping the intelligent age: Thailand HR Tech 2025 sets the stage for future-ready HR
From AI strategy to mental health tech, the Thailand HR Tech Conference & Exposition 2025 explores how people and innovation can thrive together.
Japanese banks reshape job structures for gender equality
Japan’s top financial organisations are eliminating gendered job tracks in a major push to close workplace inequality and pay gaps.
Reskilling at speed: How organisations can keep pace with AI-driven change
With AI accelerating change, Workday’s Fabio Tiviti explains how a skills-based approach helps organisations drive agility, productivity, and long-term success.