Amazon and Accenture scale back DE&I efforts amid shifting corporate landscape

Amazon and Accenture are shifting DE&I strategies, integrating efforts into core business functions while scaling back standalone initiatives.
Toyota mandates return to office for North American salaried staff

Toyota’s RTO mandate emphasises mentoring, growth, and culture, aligning with trends among major employers like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase.
HRM Magazine Asia Q4 2024 issue is now available

HRM Magazine Asia’s Q4 issue explores transformative HR trends, leadership insights, and workplace innovations shaping the future of work.
2025 priorities: How prepared is your HR team for these challenges?

HR executives need to rethink their priorities in the coming year to stay closely aligned with changing business goals in 2025, says Gartner’s Mark Whittle.
A four-day workweek? It’s not happening, say Singapore’s employers

An overwhelming majority of employers have rejected the notion of a four-day workweek, citing reasons like cost and loss of productivity.
CHROs, here are five opportunities to lead the future of work

Over 90% of CEOs say HR should shape future work strategies, yet many organisations underutilise HR’s potential in workplace evolution amid AI growth.
Sentosa embarks on workforce transformation

Sentosa has launched initiative to upskill 15,000 employees, equipping them with sustainability, digital, and future-ready tourism skills.
Josh Bersin’s top AI headline for 2025? It’s all about the agents

The industry analyst shared predictions for where the HR tech market is headed, with a heavy emphasis on the rise of agentic AI.
Transforming work culture: Key takeaways from CHRO Singapore

At CHRO Singapore 2024, top HR professionals gathered to explore flexible work and strategies to enhance employee wellbeing in today’s workplace.
AI in HR – Cauliflower or berries? Questions about AI at DHL Group

DHL Group’s Shreya Ruikar and Meredith Wellard explore how AI’s evolution can enhance employee experience and drive personal growth.
What is the ‘right’ number of HR employees?

If your HR staff productivity is not where you want it to be, there are at least five investment areas to focus on, APQC’s Elissa Tucker writes.
Why Greece’s six-day workweek initiative is unlikely to gain traction

Greece’s new six-day workweek regulation is being driven by local conditions and is unlikely to be sustainable over the long term.
Navigating the future workplace: Embracing FWAs in 2024

As Singapore and other regions embrace FWAs, businesses have a unique opportunity to redefine what the future of work will look like.
Time to adapt: Singapore businesses gear up for flexible work guidelines

Deel’s Nadia Alaee, highlights what organisations need to understand to create successful flexible work strategies.
The four-day workweek: Why it is more than just a number

An ongoing pulse survey by HRM Asia measures the readiness of organisations in Asia to adopt a four-day workweek.
SOEs lead Indonesia’s shortened workweek experiment

An ongoing trial allows employees of Indonesia’s Ministry of State-owned Enterprises to request for four-day workweeks every fortnight.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: Employees first for a resilient future

To thrive in 2024 and beyond, organisations must prioritise the importance of human-centric policies and initiatives.
HR Fest Awards 2024 crowns Asia’s best HR leaders and teams

The winners of HR Fest Awards 2024 were announced at a live awards ceremony during HR Tech Festival Asia 2024.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 2

The second day of HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 continues, with more experts discussing pressing HR issues within APAC and beyond.
Leading the way with Power Talk at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024

Venture to the Power Talk Stage and learn great topics and subjects from organisations in 20 minutes for two days at the festival.
Does the AI workplace need human intelligence?

Adaptability, agility, and openness are needed for employees and organisations to embrace AI while still remaining viable for employees.
Leadership strategies in 2024 for CHROs and their organisations

The CHRO Symposium at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 will be the place to be for CHROs looking to explore trends in HR.
Business agility: The golden key to a future-proof workforce

Business agility can unlock the potential for a workforce capable of addressing any challenge, suggests Kris Wadia.
AI threatens over three million jobs in South Korea

More organisations are gearing up to adopt AI, putting more jobs at risk, particularly positions in management and finance.
Making work life better: The next step on the Dayforce journey

The unifying of the Dayforce brand is amplifying the brand promise to make work life better for people everywhere.
Fearful of AI in HR? How to work better with the tech

Generative AI is revolutionising HR, but it is crucial that organisations see this as an opportunity rather than a threat, writes Jason Averbook.
HR steps up: Driving sustainable change in corporate culture

Amidst rising ESG expectations, HR leaders are propelling corporate transformation towards sustainability to shape a green future for their firm.
Why HR’s ally in the war for talent can be its CMO

The creative mindset and communication skills marketing professionals bring to their craft can also help HR attract talent in a tight market.
CHRO Philippines: Transforming employees, shaping organisations

Embark on HRM Asia’s first CHRO event of the year in the Philippines to compare notes, realign strategies and elevate the workforce for the future.
Workplace flexibility is nowhere near a ‘new normal’. So now what?

Many organisations are continuing to adjust and adapt as they look to get their remote, hybrid, or in-office policies in line with employee sentiment.