Sun Life Financial: Caring for the whole self
PT Sun Life Financial Indonesia has won the Best Health and Wellness Interventions award at the 2024 HR Stars Awards, showcasing its innovative approach to employee wellbeing through its CTRL+Shift+BOLDER programme. This comprehensive initiative addresses physical, mental, and financial wellness, aligning with the organisation’s mission to help employees live healthier, more fulfilling lives. The programme’s […]
HR Tech Update: Wearable tech that enhances staff health and safety
Employee health and safety is a top concern for businesses across Southeast Asia, particularly in industries with higher safety risks like manufacturing, logistics, and construction. Wearable technology has emerged as a key solution, allowing companies to monitor environmental conditions, track physical activity, and detect potential hazards in real-time. These devices, such as fitness trackers and […]
The First Word: Protecting HR mental wellness in a complex world
Human resources (HR) professionals often face the challenging task of balancing the needs of different internal stakeholders, which can be emotionally taxing, especially when dealing with difficult issues like handling conflicts, layoffs, or organisational changes. HR is also often the first line of support for employees during personal crises like health problems or bereavement. The […]
The First Word: How can workplaces outsmart the dengue surge
Dengue fever is an endemic in many tropical countries, including those in Southeast Asia. The region has seen a resurgence of the disease in recent years. Singapore reported over 5500 cases and seven fatalities within the first four months of 2024 alone. Indonesia saw nearly 18000 cases in January 2024, prompting alerts in regions like […]
Sector Report: HR challenges in the Hotels and Hospitality industry
Case in Point: How LAZADA remains Stronger Together in times of crisis
When Lazada recognised the severity of the covid-19 pandemic, the company introduced an initiative to better care for employees and frontliners and show gratitude for selflessly persevering in their work as e-commerce peaked during the crisis. LazadaCARES is effective across all Lazada locations. The initiative not only sponsors vaccinations for company employees, but also for […]
The First Word: Navigating the upskilling wave: Meeting the demands of Singapore’s workforce
In the dynamic landscape of Singapore’s workforce, the demand for upskilling is becoming increasingly evident. Despite this, there remains a stark disconnect between the aspirations of employees to enhance their skills and the actual provision of training opportunities by employers. Ben Chew, Founder of Talentvis and Talentvis Academy, sheds light on this pressing issue and […]
The First Word: Understanding the Significance of Employer Branding for Law Firms in Singapore
Beyond the accolades of prestigious clientele and landmark cases, a law firm’s true triumph rests upon its ability to attract, retain, and empower its most invaluable asset—its people. In the past year, we have seen law firms like Spanish-based Perez-Llorca and Beijing-headquartered Han Kun Law opening up offices in Singapore. If law firms in Singapore […]
The First Word: HR leaders have a crucial role to play in corporate sustainability agenda. Here’s why.
People can make or break corporate transformation toward a sustainable future. The pursuit of corporate sustainability has evolved from a buzzword to a strategic imperative in recent years. As organizations grapple with the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change, social inequality and governance issues, we are, more than ever, at a critical juncture where we […]
Case in Point: How UOB supports employees’ transition into retirement
When the United Overseas Bank (UOB) set its sights on how to better take care of employees nearing retirement, the company came up with a specialised set of workshops and post-retirement benefits under SURF, or “Supporting Ur Retirement and Future.” SURF aims to provide much-needed support for employees in preparation for life after working. The […]
