Smartfren Telecom strategy to redefine job roles and functions took toll
Smartfren Telecom, a prominent telecommunications company in Indonesia, has undertaken several strategic initiatives, benchmarking, and performance improvements for the company. This includes redefinition of job roles and functions to enhance competitiveness. Gisela Lesmana, Director of Investor Relations & Media at Smartfren, said it aligns with industry trends that demand constant transformation to support business sustainability. […]
The First Word: Uncovering bias in AI and cultivating inclusive hiring practices
The influence of technology on both enterprises and employees is growing more profound and pervasive by the day. As businesses race to jump on bandwagons, especially those of fast-evolving technologies such as Generative AI, conversations on ethics, fairness, and equity in the use of such technologies are often overlooked. Things within the human resources (HR) […]
Background checks now standard in job hiring
Background checks are now a standard procedure in the recruitment process for many companies. These checks help to verify the accuracy of information provided by applicants and ensure that they are the right fit for the organization’s culture and values. “Companies can entrust the background check process to experienced third-party consultancy services,” said Sawitri Hertoto, […]
British businesses confident in Singapore, but face talent issues
Over three-quarters (79%) of British businesses operating in Singapore have expressed confidence in the region as a long-term business hub, according to a survey by the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore (BritCham) conducted in August. This confidence is driven by Singapore’s strategic location, providing access to a burgeoning market of over 600 million consumers across […]
Singapore to raise wages and hire more workers, survey
Singapore companies are planning to raise wages and hire more workers in the next 12 months, despite a lack of optimism about economic prospects. This is according to a survey by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), which found that 67% of respondents plan to increase wages, with an average rise of 6%. The survey also […]
The First Word: Being skills-powered is non-negotiable today
Traditionally, work was a place we’d go to. But now, it has become more about what we do — from anywhere. It’s all part of a new talent equation of supply and demand based on skills being critical for organizational success. Very soon, jobs will no longer be the sole corporate unit that everything in […]
Indonesia’s new bill to transform state civil service recruitment
Indonesia’s state civil service bill, which is currently being debated in parliament, is expected to bring major changes to the way civil servants are recruited, trained, and managed. Minister for Administrative and Bureaucratic Reforms Abdullah Azwar Anas said the bill would transform the recruitment process to enable a more agile and collaborative government. He also […]
Cultural Diversity: 5 HR practices for Southeast Asia
In today’s globalised world, Southeast Asia stands out as a region of remarkable cultural diversity. Home to a myriad of languages, traditions, and perspectives, this vibrant part of the world presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses. To thrive in this dynamic environment, Human Resources (HR) departments must adopt practices that not only embrace diversity […]
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 […]
Singapore labour demand cooling, workers urged to be adaptable
As employment openings may continue to decline due to a lower economic development projection, employees in Singapore are encouraged to be adaptive and open to working in different industries, according to labour watchers. This occurs as there are hints of a slowing in the demand for labour. The recent labour market data from the Ministry […]
