Remote Work Revolution: 5 HR Strategies for Southeast Asia
The global workforce landscape has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, and Southeast Asia is no exception. The emergence of remote work as a viable and sustainable option has reshaped the way companies operate in the region. HR departments have been at the forefront of this change, tasked with adapting to new realities and […]
AI and machine learning top of mind for C-suite leaders
A recent survey of over 2,300 business leaders from around the world has found that they are optimistic about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) on their businesses, despite some concerns about trust and data accessibility. The survey, conducted by Workday, found that 98% of CEOs believe there would be […]
HR Tech Update: Filling the skills gap with technology-powered solutions
What is the skills gap? It’s apparent that technology-enabled applications and devices have made a huge positive impact in HR, but tech is also responsible for widening the skills gap. According to a 2020 McKinsey report, 44% of the respondents globally surveyed reported their organisations will face skills gaps in the next five years. HR […]
HR Tech Update: Building an ideal HR tech stack
HR departments can use tech stacks to more strategically manage, oversee, and fill their roles in a company. Tech stacks make the most of HR software, integrating with more traditional people-management methods. What is a tech stack? What does a stack of technology actually mean when it comes to HR? It’s not literal layers of […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Job Advertising Portal category
Since the advent of digital and information technology, online job portals have been supporting job seekers and recruiters alike. Connections and opportunities have only grown since, especially in light of remote work transforming the workplace. The HR Ecosystem Awards this includes a category for the best Job Advertising Portal in recognition of these platforms’ crucial […]
HR Tech Update: Finding the right roles for non-executive roles through online job portals
Non-PMET (professionals, managers, executives and technicians) positions require fewer skills and qualifications. In the Southeast Asia market they are evolving, and slowly becoming more attractive to jobseekers. Organisations and governments alike are taking notice of how crucial non-PMET roles are, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic affected economies everywhere. In Singapore, for example, the government made […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “In today’s workplace, employees now experience multiple, stacked changes that lead to burn out.” – Andy Karr, vice president in the Gartner HR practice In […]
Indonesia – South Korea forge digital alliance to boost manufacturing and HR
The Indonesian Industry Ministry and the South Korean National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) have signed a collaboration agreement to strengthen digital transformation cooperation in the manufacturing and HR sectors. The agreement covers a range of activities, including information exchange, business and technology exchange, knowledge transfer, and the promotion of the use of ICT in […]
The First Word: Adapting to a borderless workforce in Singapore
Every company today is now competing in the global economy. Traditional work models have evolved in the aftermath of the pandemic, and employees and businesses alike have begun to embrace remote work as the future of work. What trends have arised as companies in Singapore and the wider Southeast Asia region navigate through the challenges […]
Singapore professionals ready for AI-driven workplace
LinkedIn study found that 65% of professionals believe that AI will significantly change the way they work. Over 1 in 2 professionals (56%) are already using AI at work, and close to half (46%) said that their companies have already introduced guidelines or training plans to integrate AI into their day-to-day work. While the new […]
