Compensation and Benefits strategies for 2023 and beyond
HR Tech Update: Embracing wellness tech for employee engagement and health
Recognising the importance of employee health in the context of work engagement is no longer optional; it’s a necessity. Wellness technology, a burgeoning sector of Human Resource (HR) technology, is transforming workplaces, making HR professionals sit up and take notice. The tech brings benefits that go beyond just fostering physical health, addressing mental wellbeing, and […]
Singapore’s health insurance needs shift in post-COVID era
Singapore’s post-COVID landscape has redefined health insurance needs, focusing on mental health, hybrid working, and inflation. A term coined by Peter Bithos, Head of Seek Asia, “virtual mobility” describes the trend of working remotely, with 60% of Singaporean employees considering a job switch if their employers insisted on full-time on-premise work. The Bupa Global Wellbeing […]
Singapore losing SGD 16 billion a year to depression and anxiety: study
A recent study conducted by Duke-NUS Medical School and the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) has revealed that depression and anxiety may cost Singapore nearly SGD 16 billion a year, or approximately 2.9% of the entire gross domestic product. The online research, which polled 5,725 adults, found that 14% of respondents had depression symptoms, while […]
HR Tech Update: HR tech innovations tackle employee burnout
Employee burnout is soaring, but HR tech offers a lifeline. With employee burnout rates reaching an all-time high, it’s time to explore how HR technology can help alleviate the pressure. Recent research by Future Forum revealed that 42% of desk and office-based workers in six countries, including the US and the UK, reported feeling burned […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Gain insights from esteemed HR and business leaders across Southeast Asia as they share their valuable perspectives on current pressing issues. “We urge leaders to not be blindsided by the need to transform their businesses radically. Focus on prioritizing employees and provide the necessary support. With more partnerships forged between employers and employees, companies will […]
Thai employers focus on flexibility, neglecting well-being and skills development
A recent Mercer Global Talent Trends Study reveals that while employers in Thailand are making progress in offering flexible work arrangements, they are falling behind in addressing employee well-being and skill development. The study highlights that 61% of Thai employers offer flexible work options, surpassing Asia’s average of 50%. However, only 13% provide crisis management […]
Indonesia pioneers social and health development in ASEAN 2023
Indonesia leads vital social and health development initiatives in ASEAN 2023, striving to enhance the quality of life throughout the region. Focused on improving education and health infrastructure in remote areas, Indonesia proposes programs like the Healthy Indonesia Card and the Smart Indonesia Program. The nation also plans to construct 100 health centres and schools […]
Malaysian employers focus on skills and financial well-being over regional peers
Malaysian employers are prioritising skills and financial well-being more than their regional and global counterparts, according to a Mercer study. In Malaysia, 63% of surveyed companies provide flexible working options for all employees, significantly higher than the 50% in Asia and 56% globally. Furthermore, 35% of Malaysian employers adjust pay or offer cost-of-living adjustments to […]
HR Stars Awards: Best Health and Wellness Interventions
Employee wellbeing is an essential aspect of any successful organisation. Prioritising both the physical and mental health of the workforce can lead to improved engagement, productivity, and retention, among other key people metrics. With this in mind, the Best Health and Wellness Interventions Award, part of the inaugural HR Stars Awards in 2023, recognises organisations […]
