Fewer grads from private universities find employment within six months
The number of private university graduates from Singapore finding full-time work after graduation in half a year has decreased from the year before.
More employees in New Zealand delay retirement by two years
New Zealand’s policies encouraging older employees to keep working has led to a rise in the average retirement age.
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.
3 critical HR challenges that AI has not solved yet
HR faces diverse challenges in 2024: Navigating AI integration amidst hybrid work models, DE&I, and engaging Gen Z employees.
Younger employees in Singapore call for more flexible work arrangements
A rising number of young employees in Singapore are making a stand: flexible working arrangements, or they would resign.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: Be future-ready and embrace change
The 23rd HR Tech Festival Asia kicked off in Singapore, exploring how HR can navigate change and shape the future of work.
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.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 1
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 opens in Singapore today, featuring industry leaders and discussions on pressing HR issues.
Overqualified employees find career fulfilment through passion
Employees feeling overqualified and lacking harmonious passion are more likely to leave, while passionate ones stay committed.
How HR leaders can promote a more sustainable workplace
HR teams can do more to enhance an organisation’s brand and work culture that also promotes eco-friendly sustainability.
Hong Kong not implementing FWAs across all organisations
The city will not be employing hybrid work arrangements on a government-level due to various reasons.
Harnessing Formula 1 principles for high-performance workplace cultures
Employers and HR leaders can tap into the F1 energy to strengthen high-performing teams and cultivate engaging workplace cultures.
Malaysia enacts flexible working arrangements for employees
Malaysia’s Minister of Human Resources Steven Sim has reaffirmed employees’ rights to flexible work arrangements and urged for employers’ compliance.
Strong social connections key to expat success
Compared to their home-based peers, employees who live and work overseas are more likely to excel in fostering connections and enthusiasm at work.
AI skills set to boost productivity and wages in New Zealand
Employees in New Zealand will be expected to use AI in their workplace, yet organisations are unable to hire employees with the required skillsets.
Measurement of employee performance lags despite recognition
While many organisations are looking into finding better ways to categorise employee performance, they are still not meeting expectations.
Employees in Australia can double their annual leave in a new proposal
Employees could apply for more work flexibility at the expense of their pay in a new plan supported by employers and unions.
Stress management strategies for workplace wellbeing
Organisations may integrate stress-reducing into their strategies to address the impact of the stress cycle on employee health.
Private sector in the Philippines urged to adopt earned wage access
Expanding earned wage access can alleviate financial burdens for employees in the Philippines, combatting widespread financial challenges.
The importance of communication between managers and employees
Feedback from employees is not just a ‘nice to have’, but is fast becoming an imperative for all organisations.
Singapore mandates formal FWA request process for employers
Employers must give their decision on any flexible work arrangement request within two months, with an explanation given for rejection.
Upskilling and reskilling to remain viably employed
Regardless of age or current skill levels, employees should always grab any opportunities to upgrade and improve themselves.
FWAs disrupt creativity and innovation, says Nike CEO
Nike’s CEO has attributed the organisation’s lack of success these last few years to employees having to work remotely.
Cultivating connection and trust across distributed teams
The pandemic disrupts tech workplace culture, with asynchronous work and remote community building emerging as essential for success.
Unhappy today? Take a day off, says retail chain founder
A new policy from a retail chain founder regarding mental health days gives employees 10 extra days they can take at their own discretion.
How to better support employees with ‘family-focused’ benefits
With organisations more inclined to explore family-friendly policies for their employees, here are some considerations to consider.
Singapore sees increasing concern over pay transparency
Factors that shape the way organisations see pay equity in the country include job family, experience of the employees, and their gender.
How technology is revolutionising talent management
In the second of a two-part series, HRM Asia delves into why the transformative power of AI in HR is essential for navigating today’s business landscape.
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.