HR Ecosystem Awards: Learning management category
Upskilling and learning and development (L&D) are vital parts of the employee life cycle that ensure an organisation is able to keep up with trends, manoeuvre a rapidly changing market, and ensure personnel are well-equipped as well as incentivised in terms of career growth. As an HR Ecosystem Awards category, this will zoom in on […]
Professionals in SEA need to focus on wellbeing, mobility, and upskilling
“HR Talent Trends – What’s next for our senior leaders?” report, surveyed 100 people professionals in the Southeast Asian region. Results showed that the top three considerations for professionals in choosing a job in the next three years are financial remuneration (56%), career progression (51%) and flexible working (39%). The report also found that upskilling, […]
Singapore transforms setbacks into opportunities for retrenched employees
The Singaporean government has launched a visionary program aimed at providing substantial support to employees facing retrenchment. This initiative comes in the form of temporary financial assistance that allows retrenched individuals to focus on upgrading their skills and preparing for long-term career success. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong introduced this concept during the recent National […]
CCL, Optify to launch new coaching platform
The new CCL Coaching Platform provides customised, individual coaching on a single, intuitive platform, and enables scalable and accessible coaching for leaders of every stage. “CCL is making a substantial investment in people and tools to accelerate leadership development and prepare leaders to thrive in an unpredictable, rapidly evolving world,” said CCL President & CEO […]
Seizing “the moment that matters” with Sony Music Entertainment
Wendy Weehuizen, Vice President of People Experience at Sony Music Entertainment in Asia and the Middle East, says her career in people management has stemmed from a passion for systems thinking and belief in building connections to spark “innate joy”. Working with senior stakeholders and diverse teams toward common goals “energises” her, she tells Chief […]
DBS empowers workforce with sustainable financing skills
The initiative aligns with the bank’s commitment to responsible banking and social progress. It aims to equip employees with the necessary skills to navigate the evolving financial landscape. DBS recognizes the rapidly changing dynamics in the financial sector, driven by the increasing importance of sustainable practices and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. To stay ahead […]
Five ways gamification can help redesign employee training schemes
Employee training is crucial for fostering a skilled and motivated workforce in Southeast Asian organisations. Traditional training methods, however, can sometimes be monotonous and fail to engage employees effectively. To inject enthusiasm and efficiency into training schemes, more and more HR professionals are now turning to gamification strategies. By incorporating game elements into learning processes, […]
OECD emphasises urgent upskilling initiatives to enhance Southeast Asian resilience
In a recently published report, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) emphasised the critical importance of enhancing Southeast Asian resilience through strategic upskilling of the regional workforce. The report, titled “Building Resiliency: Empowering Southeast Asia’s Workforce,” identifies the pressing need for concerted efforts to equip individuals with the necessary skills to adapt and […]
Indonesia needs a better way to measure – and improve productivity
How organisations define productivity can vary; some may measure productivity through hours worked, or by number of tasks completed. Bob Aubrey, Founder of the ASEAN Human Development Organisation and Chair of its advisory board summarises why it may be difficult to improve employee productivity: “The problem with the human capital measure is that all measures […]
Indonesia struggles to retain pandemic advances in HR tech adoption
Many Indonesian companies are interested in incorporating digitalisation into their business strategies, including in the HR profession. IT development, automation and other technological adaptations are becoming increasingly vital to Indonesian industrialisation as many of the country’s companies struggle to compete in an expanding global market. The challenge of improving digital infrastructure through technological adaptation of […]
