“Build” strategies now streets ahead: Chief of Staff research
The region-wide shortage of skills and an unprecedented exodus from professional work have combined to push training departments much higher on corporate agendas. This is one of the key conclusions of the latest Chief of Staff Asia research paper, focusing on training, learning, and employee development. Titled Time to Build: Learning and Development Strategies in […]
McDonald’s Philippines’ chairman talks “employee-first”
Many Filipinos have uttered the famous catchphrase: “I’m lovin’ it”! They should also give thanks to Dr George T. Yang, founder/Chairman and master franchise holder of fast-food giant McDonald’s in the Philippines, for bringing the American chain into the country, way back in 1981. From 10 branches that have since ballooned to 670, and now […]
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, […]
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Wagely app for managing income raises USD 5.6 million
INDONESIA: The most attractive benefit that Wagely, an Indonesian-made app, offers employees is that it allows them to withdraw their earnings on demand, instead of waiting until payday. The business model of this earned wage access startup proved so successful it was able to raise USD 5.6 million and is expected to reach more than […]
HR digitalisation fundamental for sharia economy
INDONESIA: The Indonesian government is pushing for the realization of a sharia economic development by establishing the National Committee for Islamic Economy and Finance (KNEKS). Sharia economy is the knowledge of economics or economic activities done according to Islamic principles and teachings. Strengthening the digital economy, including digitally skilled human resources, is one of […]
