The First Word: Uncovering bias in AI and cultivating inclusive hiring practices
The influence of technology on both enterprises and employees is growing more profound and pervasive by the day. As businesses race to jump on bandwagons, especially those of fast-evolving technologies such as Generative AI, conversations on ethics, fairness, and equity in the use of such technologies are often overlooked. Things within the human resources (HR) […]
HR Champions: Rudolf Tjandra’s positive outlook carries employee morale
Title: CEO, PT. Sasa Inti Office Headquarters: Indonesia Company Operations: Global (Exports) Industry: Manufacturing Employees: 1,001-5,000 Rudolf Tjandra sought firstly to maintain employee morale during covid-19, which struck two years after he stepped in as CEO. In addition to implementing remote work, Sasa provided masks, vitamins, and even ginger water to employees in order to […]
Enhancing Employee Engagement: 5 HR Approaches for Southeast Asian Workforces
Employee engagement is a vital factor in the success of any organization. In the dynamic and diverse workplaces of Southeast Asia, where cultures, languages, and traditions converge, HR departments face unique challenges and opportunities in fostering engagement among their teams. This article explores five HR approaches tailored to enhance employee engagement in Southeast Asian workforces. […]
Gen Z workers seek innovative, socially responsible workplaces
Gen Z workers, those born between the mid-1990s and mid-2010s, are motivated by workplaces that invest in innovation and are conscious of their social mission, according to a Jobstreet survey. The survey found that factors like company values and political stances heavily influence Gen Z workers’ decision-making when choosing which companies to work with. Gen […]
HR Champions: “Leadership is about empowering others” – Valerie Ong
Title: CEO, KIP Group of Companies/KIP Real Estate Investment Trust Office headquarters: Malaysia Company operations: Malaysia Industry: Real estate Employees: 51-200 Valerie Ong is not afraid of asking questions. “It’s important to want to learn,” she says, and she demonstrates this by tirelessly eliciting advice and insights from those who know more than her. As […]
HR Champions: Giving back to coffee farmers with Le Hoang Diep Thao
Title: CEO, King Coffee Office headquarters: Vietnam Company operations: Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Pakistan, China, UK, and USA Industry: Food & Beverage Employees: 1,001-5,000 The King Coffee magnate has built a company and global partnerships by creating trust and value for her suppliers, franchisees, and partners. “That is the root of what we do. If […]
HR Champions: Jennifer Cho on local talent with global perspective
Title: Vice-president of Island Southeast Asia, Medtronic Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Southeast Asia, South Asia, Saipan, and Guam Industry: Medical equipment manufacturing Employees: 700 (Southeast Asia only) Employee engagement and team development are pillars of Jennifer Cho’s leadership style. She recognises the role that she and HR play in motivating employees and providing them […]
HR Champions: Hendra Gunawan on communication, belonging, and crisis mitigation
Title: CEO Organisation: United Overseas Bank (UOB) Indonesia Office headquarters: Indonesia Company operations: Global Industry: Banking Employees: 3,200 (provided by the company) UOB Indonesia’s HR team and other staff can testify to how Hendra Gunawan prioritises employee wellbeing and development. He values clear and open communication with employees regardless of seniority or role, so a […]
HR Champions: Wong Sze Keed on taking care of staff
Title: CEO Organisation: AIA Singapore Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Asia Pacific Industry: Insurance Employees: 1,001-5,000 Coming in as CEO at the height of the pandemic, Wong Sze Keed immediately built on the holistic wellness of her people. The difficult period simply deepened her recognition that, “if they are well taken care of, they can […]
Cultural Diversity: 5 HR practices for Southeast Asia
In today’s globalised world, Southeast Asia stands out as a region of remarkable cultural diversity. Home to a myriad of languages, traditions, and perspectives, this vibrant part of the world presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses. To thrive in this dynamic environment, Human Resources (HR) departments must adopt practices that not only embrace diversity […]
