Increasing hybrid work transforms firms in Australia
Employee experience and overall business processes are changing as employees embrace remote work post-pandemic.
Work flexibility can address employee burnout
Flexible schedules can reduce burnout, increase employee engagement and loyalty, and promote business success.
Majority of Chinese at retirement age want to remain employed
Among the reasons why senior workers wish to re-enter the workforce are self-esteem and financial pressure, according to a survey.
What the explosion of non-routine work means for HR
Josh Bersin describes the rise of non-routine work and how it is impacting HR decisions and the way work is carried out.
Young workers in China prefer flexible work arrangements
Employees born after 2000 are more willing to work from home and to become “digital workers” with flexible working locations and schedules.
Hybrid work pattern takes hold in Australia
A hybrid work pattern with some days in the office and others at home is becoming the norm, but with big discrepancies depending on occupation.
Return to office and “work from anywhere”, Google tells employees
Providing more flexibility and time off are some of the ways Google is using to lure staff back to the office.
Employers in the Philippines urged to adopt alternative workplace schemes
The telecommuting law in the Philippines has been revised to ensure flexible work arrangements without compromising employees’ productivity.
Middle managers caught between hybrid work policies
Hybrid managers feel less connected to their company culture than their full-time remote or full-time on-site peers.
New Zealand union calls for 4-day workweek
The Council of Trade Unions (CTU) is suggesting a comprehensive pilot of a four-day working week as part of a strategy to develop the economy.
Could hybrid working hold back women’s careers?
Female employees who choose flexible hours or work from home may risk missing out on opportunities through in-person interaction
More firms in Japan rethink employee transfer policies
The prevalence of remote work is making companies in Japan revamp or revise their employee transfer systems.
Four-day workweek set to be permanent in the UK
Most UK firms participating in a pilot expect to keep four-day schedules after the trial ends in November this year.
Is Singapore ready for a 4-day workweek?
Employers and employees should adopt a “flexible mindset” on a four-day workweek, said Gan Siow Huang, Minister of State in the Manpower Ministry.
70:30 hybrid work model proposed in the Philippines
A 70:30 hybrid work ratio (70% onsite and 30% work-from-home) has been recommended to the government to sustain economic recovery.
Four-day workweek trial reviewed in the UK
While offering benefits such as better performance and higher team morale, the jury is still out on the feasibility of a four-day workweek.
Redefining the role of HR leadership in reshaping work
More than 170 HR and business leaders discussed topics like modern HR mindsets, flexible work and employee wellbeing at HR Leadership Series: Live.
Asian leadership can lead organisations to greater heights
A new report by the Centre for Creative Leadership (CCL) reveals a persistent gap in Asian leadership representation on the global stage.
Malaysia’s Gen Z workforce seeks more than renumeration
As the youngest generation to enter the workforce, Gen Z employees are looking beyond monetary fulfilment at work.
2 Cents: Restructuring of work calls for a personalised approach
As work continues to evolve, a one-size-fits-all approach no longer works and organisations must exercise more flexibility to address employee needs.
Amazon’s WFH strategy lets employees stay performance-focused
Amazon’s three-pronged work-from-home strategy places emphasis on how employees work rather than where they are working from.
Flexible working arrangements set to stay in South Korea
Some 66.6% of South Korean workers believe that flexible work systems are effective in reducing unnecessary overtime work.
Employers’ body calls for “right to manage” workers in the Philippines
The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECoP) has called for measures to protect employers’ rights to manage their businesses and workers.
Malaysia postpones enforcement of shorter working hours
Engagement sessions with stakeholders found that employers needed more time for the amendments to come into force.
India pushes for more flexible work and empowerment for women
Flexible workplaces, a WFH ecosystem and flexi-work hours can all boost the participation of women on the labour front, says the Prime Minister.
Prioritising human development in South-East Asia’s workplace
Dr Bob Aubrey of the ASEAN Human Development Organisation explains how human development can help organisations build a sustainable workforce.
Industry stakeholders in India agree on allowances cap
After a review of India’s salary structure, a new Wage Code that considers the ratio of allowances against salaries will be implemented.
Adopting a people-centric approach to performance management
Dr Joel Davies, Senior People Scientist at Culture Amp, explains how organisations can adopt a people-centric approach to performance management.
Why a modern HR mindset is key to future-proofing businesses
Accenture’s Gaston Carrion explains why leaders must begin to embrace a modern HR mindset and identifies the five pillars of modern HR.
Why a successful organisation needs satisfied employees
Gerald Pang, Director, Solution Consulting, Employee Experience, APJ, ServiceNow, shares how to create more meaningful employee experiences.