HR Tech Update: Internal talent marketplaces in high-growth organisations
High-growth organisations across Southeast Asia face constant pressure to scale while maintaining capability. As teams expand and priorities shift, traditional role based staffing often struggles to keep pace. Internal talent marketplaces have emerged as a way to deploy skills more flexibly while supporting employee development. In 2026, these platforms are increasingly viewed as part of […]
HR Tech Update: Why inclusive HR algorithms depend on inclusive data
Algorithms are increasingly embedded within HR technology, influencing decisions related to hiring, learning, performance, and mobility. While these tools promise efficiency and objectivity, their outcomes are shaped entirely by the data used to train them. In Southeast Asia, where workforce data can be uneven and incomplete, this presents real risks. In 2026, HR leaders are […]
The First Word: The future of recruitment is AI with a human touch
Across the Asia Pacific, hiring feels harder than ever. Roles stay open for months, recruiters are overloaded, and some new hires leave within a year. It is tempting to blame the market or changing expectations, but the real issue is that many organisations are still using old methods to solve new problems. APAC is now […]
HR Tech Update: Digital career pathways supporting women returning to work
Women returning to work after career breaks remain an underutilised talent pool across Southeast Asia. Despite strong skills and experience, many face challenges re-entering organisations structured around uninterrupted career progression. HR technology is increasingly being used to address these barriers through more flexible and transparent career pathways. In 2026, learning and development teams are focusing […]
HR Tech Update: Using people analytics to close gender pay gaps
Gender pay equity remains a persistent challenge across Southeast Asia, influenced by occupational segregation, career interruptions, and inconsistent data practices. While awareness of pay gaps has increased, many organisations still struggle to translate intent into action. HR technology, particularly people analytics, is increasingly viewed as a practical tool for addressing this issue. In 2026, HR […]
HR Tech Update: Designing HR technology that works for women
Technology is playing an increasingly influential role in shaping how work is organised, assessed, and rewarded across Southeast Asia. Yet many HR systems were originally designed around standardised career paths and working patterns that do not reflect the lived experiences of many women. As organisations continue to invest in digital HR platforms, questions around inclusivity […]
The First Word: Why 2026 will redefine the employee experience across Southeast Asia
As workplaces evolve across Southeast Asia, HR leaders are facing a pivotal moment. Digital transformation is now a daily reality, AI is moving into mainstream use, and expectations around the employee experience are growing rapidly. These shifts are already influencing how people work and how organisations prepare for the future. In my role overseeing people […]
HR Tech Update: How SMEs are shaping the future of HR tech in Southeast Asia
Small and medium sized enterprises play a central role in Southeast Asia’s economies, employing a large proportion of the workforce. Unlike large organisations, SMEs often operate with limited HR resources, making efficiency and simplicity critical. As a result, their approach to HR technology is reshaping how learning and development tools are designed and used. In […]
The First Word: Redefining leadership for APAC’s evolving workforce
Across the Asia-Pacific, leaders are being asked to deliver results in talent markets that are tighter, more complex, and less predictable. As workforce expectations evolve and competition for critical skills intensifies, traditional models of leadership are no longer sufficient. Increasingly, success depends not just on what leaders know, but on how effectively they build capability […]
HR Tech Update: Workforce planning tools for volatile labour markets
Labour markets across Southeast Asia remain highly volatile, shaped by economic shifts, regulatory changes, and ongoing skills shortages. For HR and learning teams, workforce planning has become more complex, requiring faster adjustments and better visibility. Traditional planning methods, often based on static headcount assumptions, are no longer sufficient. In 2026, workforce planning tools are increasingly […]
