HR Stars Awards: Finalists Revealed for Best Digital HR, or use of HR Technology (Indonesia)
Singapore, June 21, 2023 – We are delighted to announce the finalists for the Best Digital HR, or use of HR Technology category in Indonesia at the prestigious HR Stars Awards. These organisations have demonstrated outstanding innovation and strategic implementation of digital HR solutions, showcasing their commitment to leveraging technology for HR excellence. Congratulations to […]
Keeping AirAsia’s “Allstars” engaged and retained
Every HR leader should have an employee engagement strategy to fend off resignation, and after the pandemic, the airline industry must ensure that it bounces back with a fully engaged workforce. AirAsia’s Head of People (Aviation), Intan Mohd Shahru, tells Chief of Staff Asia how the airline handles employee retention. AirAsia calls its staff ‘Allstars’. […]
Vietnam shines in global banking digital transformation
Vietnam’s banks are among the earliest in the world to embrace digital transformation, revealed at the Financial Services – Retail Banking Forum in Ho Chi Minh City. Vu Viet Ngoan, former chairman of the National Financial Supervisory Commission, underlined that over 30% of Vietnamese are utilising banking apps, ranking the nation second globally after China. […]
Employers wary of gaps in mental healthcare
Organisations have increasingly recognised the importance of mental health to employee productivity and business profitability, but the issue remains high on the compensation and benefits agenda in 2023. Insurers have responded to the rising demand for mental health support, but a significant number of them still offer no coverage. In 2021, mental and emotional risks […]
SPER Market Research forecasts growth in Thailand’s BPO market
According to a recent report by SPER Market Research, the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) market in Thailand is poised for significant expansion, anticipated to reach a value of USD XX billion by 2033. This growth is attributed to the country’s skilled English-speaking workforce and comparatively lower labour costs. Despite competition from other popular outsourcing destinations […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “If it takes too long to explain the value, it is a sign that it may not be compelling enough.” – Farhan Ahmad, Group CEO, […]
Singapore unveils Jobs Transformation Map for food services sector
Singapore’s food services sector has unveiled a Jobs Transformation Map (JTM), designed to future proof the industry in the face of evolving consumer trends, increasing technology adoption, and a changing workforce. Developed by Enterprise Singapore and Ernst & Young, the JTM was launched on 25 May 2023, with support from Workforce Singapore, SkillsFuture Singapore, and […]
Thales signs cyber security deal with Indonesia’s Cyber and Crypto Agency
In Q1 2023, an agreement between Indonesia’s Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) and Thales, a leading European cyber security firm, marked a significant stride in Indonesia’s cyber security enhancement. The Memorandum-of-Understanding (MoU), signed in Jakarta, followed Indonesia’s initial data protection law passed in September 2022, modelled on the EU’s GDPR. BSSN Chief, Lieutenant General (Ret.) […]
Workers in Singapore find job fulfilment in AI-powered automation
According to a recent survey commissioned by UiPath, a global automation software company, 69% of Singaporean employees believe that AI-powered automation can tackle workplace burnout and enhance job satisfaction. The survey, conducted in March 2023, indicated that 49% of the workforce is already leveraging business automation solutions, ranking second globally. Furthermore, 73% of respondents favour […]
Employment surge in Vietnam’s IT sector amid digital shift
Vietnam’s transition to digital technology is accelerating job opportunities for professionals skilled in IT and high-tech industries. Vice-Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City Vocational Education Association, Tran Anh Tuan, suggested that engineering technology could meet around 35% of Vietnam’s job requirements. Fields such as automation, automotive technology, electronics, industrial design, and environmental technology are […]
