Singapore records highest unemployment rate in more than a decade
As of June 2020, there were 90,500 unemployed residents, of whom 79,600 were citizens.
5 shifts to build workforce resilience
Deloitte’s Erica Volini explains why HR should take the lead in reinventing the workforce and ensuring organisational stability.
Globalization Partners expands growth into Asia-Pacific
The company has launched a new Asia-Pacific revenue team and appointed Charles Ferguson as General Manager for the region.
HR Tech Fest Asia Online 2020: What is the future of HR?
Join HR luminaries such as Dave Ulrich, Brian Sommer, Phil Fersht and Abhijit Bhaduri as they discuss the future of HR.
NTUC Job Security Council to help affected workers find new jobs
It will also help companies in Singapore meet manpower needs by mobilising workers from firms with excess manpower.
87% of Malaysians feel they are not skilled enough to stay employed
More than half of them also believe that their employers’ existing training and re-skilling programmes are not adequate.
COVID-19 halts business operations in Vietnam
More than 29,000 businesses have had to suspend operations in Vietnam in the first half of 2020, reported the General Statistics Office of Vietnam.
It is time to reset your employee experience strategy
In a new world of work, the employee experience is key to attracting, developing, engaging and retaining talent.
Singapore employers find agility to meet business challenges
In the second of a 2-part article, the spotlight is on how the Professional Conversion Programme has helped a local company overcome the challenges in today’s economic climate.
Making a successful mid-career switch with PCP
In the first of a 2-part article, a Singapore employee shares how the Professional Conversion Programme has helped her make a successful mid-career switch.
Sumser: 8 ways to reflect on your HR ethics
US-based Futurist & Technology, Commentator John Sumser shares some ways on how we can reflect on our HR ethics.
Singapore’s unemployment rate hits decade high
The latest labour market report released by MOM reveals total employment fell by 25,600 in Q1 2020, the largest quarterly contraction on record.
1 in 5 Malaysians out of job due to COVID-19
A JobStreet survey also revealed that 35% have suffered a pay cut of more than 30% during the ‘Movement Control Order’ period.
Why HR leaders need skills-based hiring now
Employers need to adapt quickly and view non-degree skills-based hiring as a new approach to sourcing and acquiring talent.
Nearly half of Hong Kong employees actively looking for new job
The latest survey also shows that more than eight in 10 Hong Kong employees are concerned about job security this year.
Qualtrics names Brigid Archibald as new managing director, APJ
Archibald replaces Bill McMurray, who has been promoted to the role of Chief Revenue Officer, and will be based in the US.
5 tips to help recruiters survive the COVID-19 crisis
You can’t develop a perfect plan, but you can take many steps that will help your organization emerge from the pandemic with fewer battle wounds.
Leaders need to adapt to rapidly changing workforce priorities
Leaders need to adapt to the new world of work quickly if they are to keep pace with the rapid changes of the new remote workforce.
Publicis Sapient appoints Jaz Lim as Head of Experience
In her new role, Lim will lead experience design for Publicis Sapient, an advanced digital transformation company.
10 Takeaways: Day Two of HR Tech Fest Connect 2020
Day 2 of HR Tech Fest Connect 2020 saw a number of leading thought leaders provide attendees with a number of thought-provoking insights on how to move their organisations forward in these times of uncertainty.
Cornerstone OnDemand announces leadership transition
Phil Saunders, the former CEO of Saba Software, will replace Adam Miller as CEO of Cornerstone OnDemand, effective June 15, 2020.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Navigating a changing workforce
Some of the leading companies in the HR and Tech space will converge upon HR Tech Fest Connect 2020 to provide their insights on what companies need to do to thrive in a post COVID-19 world.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Reskilling programs vs job redesigning
Low Peck Kem, CHRO & Senior Director (Workforce Development), Singapore Public Service Division, PMO, President, SHRI, will discuss how to best reskill our workforce to be ready for the future.
Kaplan names Joe Keen Poon as new President for Singapore
Poon’s appointment will see COO and Provost, Associate Professor Rhys Johnson, transfer to a new role at Kaplan International.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Jason Averbook – The new NOW of work
During his virtual session on May 13, he will unveil 10 new guideposts that organisations need to start thinking and acting upon.
New JobStreet platform offers workforce support
The COVID-19 Jobs and Resource Hub offers a knowledge base for both employer and employees dealing with the impact of the pandemic.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Josh Bersin – The big reset in HR tech
Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst, and Dean of the Josh Bersin Academy, will discuss the impact of the global pandemic on the HR technology market.
IBM Singapore names Martin Chee as managing director
The appointment of Martin Chee, says IBM Singapore, further demonstrates the company’s commitment to advancing the digital transformation journey in Singapore.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2020: Catch must-see speakers online
Some of the biggest HR thought leaders such as Josh Bersin, John Sumser and Jason Averbook, will be sharing their insights at the HR Tech Fest Connect 2020.
HRM Tips: How to successfully conduct video interviews
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers may be conducting video interviews for the first time over the next few months.