Job vacancies in Taiwan hit record high as labour shortage persists
Taiwan’s number of jobs available has risen to 1.04 million this month, with an online job employment platform attributing this to the declining population.
HRM Asia congratulates Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 winners
Some of Asia’s best HR and HR tech solution providers were recognised at this year’s HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards.
South Korea’s ageing workforce filling labour shortage gap
Over 9.3 million South Koreans aged 55 to 79 are defying retirement, with the highest labour force participation since 2005.
Medibank initiates four-day workweek pilot programme
Dubbed “The Gift”, this initiative aims to revolutionise work practices, boost productivity, and prioritise employee wellbeing.
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.
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!
More employees in Thailand may be about to delay retirement
A growing ageing population and labour shortage has fuelled more discussion over the possibility of raising the retirement age beyond 55.
Addressing employee burnout: Strategies for a healthier workforce
Resilience Institute SEA’s Manish Arneja will be at HR Tech Fest Connect 2023 to offer perspectives on battling burnout and building a resilient workforce.
How people development continues to drive organisational success
Katerina Hanna, VP, Customer Success APJ, Ceridian, explains why creating meaningful moments of social connection remains a priority for people leaders.
Mass retrenchment the solution to productivity woes: Australian tycoon
The CEO of Gurner Group made controversial claims that for productivity to increase in Australia, half the working population should be made redundant.
Employee engagement disparity in vision and mission alignment
Employee engagement thrives when organisational vision aligns with daily activities, but a disconnect reveals opportunities for improvement.
Australia’s gig economy set for major reform
The country’s gig economy faces a seismic shift as new legislation could reshape conditions and rights for “employee-like workers”.
How to better align HR with business outcomes
Dr. Cecelia Herbert, Principal XM Catalyst, XM Institute, Qualtrics, highlights how HR leaders can elevate the strategic impact of their EX efforts.
How HR leaders can cultivate an effective contingent workforce
Rob Squires, VP, Regional Head of Asia and Japan, Ceridian, discusses the gig economy’s impact on workforce approaches.
Crafting narratives of change: A human-centric approach
Dr Tanvi Gautam delves into the impact of generative AI on work, emphasising empathy, collaboration, and culture for a transformed workplace.
Inflation drives down real earnings in Taiwan despite increase in wages
Wages rose from January to June earlier this year, but also saw a drop in earnings for the first time in seven years.
Zoom mandates partial return to office for employees
With immediate effect, employees of Zoom need to be in the office at least two times a week as part of a new hybrid work policy.
The four-day workweek: Focus on the journey and not the destination
Before implementing a four-day workweek, organisations need to better understand their workforce needs and what employees want.
The weekend begins on Friday for Grayling Singapore employees
The introduction of a 4.5-day workweek is aimed at making employees more refreshed and fulfilled to meet the demands of their work, says the PR firm.
To truly unleash the power of generative AI, don’t forget the human
Generative AI and human adaptability must work together to make sustainable progress, writes Jason Averbook.
Workforce evolution: Motivating and integrating older employees
As the workforce continues to age, organisations need to offer more than just compensation to attract and retain older employees.
Putting sustainability into action: CHROs driving ESG in the workplace
Joanne Flinn, Chairwoman of the ESG Institute, discusses how CHROs can play a practical and strategic role in driving sustainability.
Australia advances flexible work option for public employees
Employers are urged to review workplace policies and consider accommodation and alternative arrangements to ensure compliance.
How to build a future-growth and resilient organisation
Organisations can drive future growth by identifying trends and opportunities, says HR Tech Fest Connect 2023 speaker Go Ashokh Menon.
AI increases risk of unemployment in OECD countries
More must be done to help employees who may be adversely impacted as the use of AI in the workplace increases, says the OECD.
Held hostage: Ransomware attacks a test of leadership, not technology
As ransomware attacks escalate, business leaders must realise the need for a coordinated response to safeguard their organisations.
Asia-Pacific sees emergence of Green Collar workforce
Decarbonisation in Asia-Pacific is fuelling a Green Collar workforce, supporting a US$47 trillion economy boost and the creation of 180 million jobs.
The art of crafting dynamic workplace structures for maximum productivity
By increasing temporal predictability and segmenting tasks, employees are more productive and find projects more enjoyable.
Addressing the needs of employees with flexible work arrangement
Employers in Singapore have been urged to offer flexible work arrangements that help to create an engaged and diverse workforce.
Why organisations should not dismiss Gen Zs’ desire for remote work
Employee priorities are shifting, so organisations must prioritise productivity, flexibility, and employee engagement, says Remote’s Chris McNamara.