A new era of learning in the new world of work

Workforces need to focus on upskilling business skills such as communication and leadership, says Skillsoft.
Indian government relaxes guidelines to ease into remote working

The new guidelines cut compliance for the IT industry, removing reporting obligations for firms, and easing the way for WFH to take place.
Australian unions want better protection for WFH workers

Unions in Australia unions are evaluating if more protection would be needed so that workers do not face discrimination or loss of pay and benefits.
Retrenched Malindo Airways staff assured of benefits

The Malaysian government has assured the 2,647 retrenched staff of Malindo Airlines that they will receive due compensation and retraining.
Tokyo university partners local government to help foreign students find jobs

The move is a bid to raise employment numbers among foreign graduates in the country.
Thailand: NSF recruits Grab riders and targets more members

Thailand’s NSF, a voluntary pension fund, has signed an MoU with Grab to recruit more members. while planning for their retirement.
India: Diwali bonuses bring cheer for employees

Public and private companies in India are giving out bonuses to their employees for the upcoming festival of lights.
Mastercard builds workforce and learning agility for the future of work

Speaking with HRM Asia, Mastercard’s Amanda Gervay highlights how the company builds long-term success through demonstrating workforce agility.
Leading an agile workforce for an adaptable organisation

At CHRO Series Indonesia, ADP and Microsoft will address key workforce issues as organsiations look to navigate successfully beyond the pandemic.
WSDeg offered by SIT provides learning platform for upskilling

Syamim Bin Selamat, a Principal Assistant Engineer with Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA), shares his learning experience with WSDeg.
Four pillars to a digital vision

Jason Averbook, who will be a keynote speaker at CHRO Online Series 2020, describes the four pillars that will support a Digital Vision.
Why ethics should be at the heart of HR tech decisions

When making COVID-19 judgements – like whether to bring workers back to the office – HR needs to think about what is right and safe for workers.
9 key lessons from HR Tech

At the recently concluded virtual US HR Tech Conference 2020, industry leaders explored the challenges of 2020 and the opportunities to come.
How HR, HR tech fit into an organisation’s purpose

HR Tech keynote Stacia Garr delves into research on purpose, human resources, technology and, ultimately, business success.
Why COVID-19 will drive growth in talent management tech

Such tools can help employers shift workplace priorities and find employees to help with other work, HR Tech speakers said.
Hong Kong saw lowest average salary increment in 10 years

Despite the lowest increment in a decade, Hong Hong employees can look forward to a slight pay rise next year.
More Japan employees planning exit from company within three years

According to a survey, approximately half want to quit within 10 years and less than 20% plan to stay with their employer until they retire.
10 new realities about the ‘new normal’

At the virtual US HR Tech Conference 2020, which is taking place from October 27-30, leaders from Cornerstone shared insights on how HR can keep up with rapid-fire change.
Redefining priorities in a changing business environment

Speaking with HRM Asia, ADP’s Peter Hadley explains how organisations should approach people leadership, payroll and technology in order to be successful beyond the pandemic.
Going remote for good? 5 tips to keep employees at the heart of your decision

In the process of organisational transformation, putting people first gives you the greatest chance at sustainable success.
Embracing organisation culture, delivering positive experience

With the firm belief that happy employees lead to happy guests, Ramada and Days Hotels by Wyndham Singapore is focused on fostering a positive organisational culture.
What does WFH really mean in Malaysia?

The Malaysian Employers Federation has called for more clarity on the government’s work-from-home (WFH) directive.
10 practices to drive business outcomes in your COVID response

The Josh Bersin Academy is recommending organisations follow these best practices for business success.
HR’s biggest new challenge? Getting the priorities straight

If you haven’t reexamined your HR priorities, now is the time to do so, says HR Tech keynote speaker Jason Averbook.
Presentation by Oracle’s Shaakun Khanna

Shaakun Khanna, Oracle’s Head of HCM Applications Strategy, talks about how the workforce can navigate the new normal.
Sumser: Predicting the next closure—is it possible?

You can prepare all you want, but will you be able to predict the coming of the next big office closure?
How HR can manage through change and embrace opportunities

Jason Averbook will be a keynote speaker at the virtual US HR Tech Conference 2020, which is taking place from October 27-30.
How to keep the spotlight on purpose as the pandemic drags on

Purpose, supported by technology, can help move organizations through crisis, says HR Tech keynoter Stacia Garr.
Resiliency has never been more important

Marcus Buckingham will be speaking at the virtual HR Tech Conference, which is taking place from October 27-30.
HR Tech 2020 drives HR success through technology

The completely virtual event, which will be taking place from October 27-30, will aim to help organisations make critical HR system decisions.