Singapore Airlines introduces more cost-cutting measures
A new scheme offers cabin crew members the option of early release or retirement as the airline continues to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wage growth continues to slow down in Australia
Consumer confidence and business conditions continue to be adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Siemens’ new work culture is on the move
Siemens’ Michael Haberzettl shares with HRM Asia details of the company’s new mobile working model, and how it is reshaping how the company works.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Employee communications at the heart of thriving work cultures
A transforming world of work means that employee communication and engagement are more important than ever for organisations.
Averbook: 4 things HR needs to get ‘right’ in the COVID era
Jason Averbook shares some ideas of what “right” might look like in your organisation, today and going forward.
Malaysia to help more SMEs resume business activities
Malaysia’s economic recovery will depend on SMEs getting back on their feet, suggested Malaysia’s International Trade and Industry Minister.
Singapore reviewing work-from-home policy
Companies operating in Singapore have called on more flexibility to be exercised where work arrangements are concerned.
Digital transformation lies at the heart of Fujitsu’s WFH strategy
Fujitsu’s Manabu Morikawa tells HRM Asia why the time is right for the company to embrace WFH as the company introduces its “Work Life Shift” policy.
Philippines falls into recession for the first time in almost 3 decades
This represents the biggest slump in quarterly GDP data dating back to 1981, and plunges the Philippines into recession.
Thai businesses to receive financial support
A loan from the Asian Development Bank will help the Thai government give more support to SMEs in the country.
Malaysia wants local workers to fill jobs gap
The country’s HR Minister reassured local citizens will be given priority when it comes to any available job openings.
Uber extends work-from-home option for employees
Uber employees can choose to continue working from home through June 2021, even if offices open before then.
Tigerair Australia to be grounded permanently
Virgin Australia will also layoff about a third of its workforce as the carrier aims to rebrand as a “value airline”.
SMEs in Malaysia expect long road to economic recovery
Less than 20% of SMEs expect their business to recover within the next three months, a new survey has revealed.
Singapore Airlines cuts pay for all staff by at least 10%
The company will also be offering a COVID-19 special early retirement scheme to all ground staff and pilots.
Are Thai workers ready to work from home?
Takorn Tantasith, former secretary-general of Thailand’s NBTC, envisions Thailand as a WFH hub for the world.
SMEs in Malaysia need more help to recover from COVID-19
Without an extension of a loan moratorium, many SMEs are at risk of closing down, warned the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers.
Digital transformation on the rise in the Philippines
Driven by wider digital transformation initiatives taken by local enterprises, the ICT market in the Philippines is set for continued growth in 2020.
Effective transformation requires talent, technology and time
Digital transformation needs to be a carefully thought-out process with an organisation’s people at the core, says Workday.
Siemens to 140,000 employees: Where do you want to work?
For 2-3 days a week, Siemens employees are able to choose where they want to work, and it need not be home.
Japan wants workers to stay at home whenever possible
Japan’s economy minister also called on business leaders to comply with COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
WFH for Indian IT companies to continue through 2020
85% of the IT workforce in India have been working from home since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Explore data, platforms and ecosystems
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Nike announces job cuts as part of restructuring
Nike said the new structure would be “nimbler” and “flatter” and lead to a streamlining of its corporate leadership team.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Leaders, transform thyselves
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
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.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Digital advisory boards go virtual
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.
Many risk being left behind by digitisation
If internet inequality is not adequately addressed, millions around the world could find themselves without a job, warned Microsoft president.
Small and medium-sized businesses struggling to stay afloat
From January to May 2020, more than one-quarter of businesses have closed down because of COVID-19, according to a new report.
Turning crisis into opportunity: Transform faster, get digital now
In his new book, Laurence Smith charts the top 10 things leaders should do to turn crisis into opportunity.