Philippine firms optimistic about job creation, concerned about talent availability

Philippine companies are positive about the impact of global trends and technology on job creation, according to the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) “The Future of Jobs Report 2023”. However, they express concern over the availability of talent. Broadening digital access was identified as the most significant global trend driving industry transformation, with 71% of Philippine-based […]
Slack launches canvas for streamlined knowledge sharing

Slack is rolling out a new feature, Slack canvas, enabling teams to create, organise, and share crucial information within the platform. Canvas enhances real-time collaboration in channels by providing a centralised space for organising and sharing various types of information, from text and files to apps and rich media. Canvases are searchable and support knowledge […]
Singapore job seekers prioritise seamless digital experiences

Singaporean job seekers value seamless digital experiences when searching and applying for jobs, according to a recent Cisco AppDynamics study. The research included over 12,000 participants across 12 countries, with Singaporeans using an average of 5.6 digital services during the job hunt. Job sites (76%), social media (56%), and company websites (55%) emerged as top […]
Singaporean firms embrace distributed workforce for talent and profitability

Singaporean companies are increasingly adopting distributed workforces to address talent gaps and improve profitability, according to a recent IDC InfoBrief. Sponsored by Remote, the study found over 50% of Singapore’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and mid-market firms plan to hire 20-30% of new employees remotely in the next year. Singapore ranked second in international […]
HR Tech Update: reducing time to hire takes centre stage in HR Tech trends

Human resource professionals, listen up: in a fiercely competitive talent market, finding the right hires quickly is crucial for business success, and the latest HR tech trends show exactly that. AMS, the global talent solutions business, has recently shared data from its talent technology analysis platform, AMS Verified, revealing that 72% of members searched for […]
Boost to Indonesian digital literacy under deal extension

The Higher Education, Research, and Technology Directorate General at the Education, Culture, Research and Technology Ministry has extended a memorandum of understanding with a private company to promote digitally-literate human resources in Indonesia. Acting Director General Nizam says digital literacy is vital for the current generations now in the workforce. The partnership involves the unnamed […]
Procore Technologies partners with building industry on digital transformation

Construction management software provider Procore Technologies has begun partnering with the Philippine Constructors Association (PCA) to launch a digital transformation program for the construction industry. The PCA Digital Transformation Program aims to train up to 150 PCA members on Procore’s software usage in 2023, and expand the network of technically-skilled professionals in the industry. Bruce […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Six winners across debut program

The inaugural HR Ecosystem Awards, by Chief of Staff Asia, have identified a wide range of partners and solutions, all excelling in their quest to empower HR leaders and teams across the Southeast Asia region. The winners were spread across three markets, and four different categories, and included both commercial operations and a non-profit, […]