Most Singapore workers return to office, but gap remains between expectations and reality
A survey by workplace strategy and design firm Unispace found that 79% of Singapore workers are showing up on mandated days, more than the global average of 75%. However, only 51% of employees expect to be called back to the office at least four days a week by 2025, while 53% of employers expect the […]
Singapore employers and employees at odds over flexible work
The report, titled “Beyond 9 to 5: The Future of Flexibility in Work,” was conducted by Indeed, a global job site. It found that only 61% of employees believe their workplace is flexible, while 83% of employers claim they offer flexibility to staff. This disconnect is particularly evident in the retail sector, where 80% of […]
Organisations need to rethink security in hybrid work ecosystems
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to hybrid work, and this trend is expected to continue in the years to come. This presents new challenges for organisations, as the traditional perimeter-based security model is no longer effective in a world where employees are working from anywhere. The Fortinet survey also found out 68% of […]
Jakarta is one of the ‘best cities’ in the world for workcations, survey
IWG’s study compared the nine key criteria – climate, culture, accommodation, transport, food & drink, happiness, broadband speed, and the availability of flexible workspace. Ranking the cities out of 10, Jakarta emerged as part of the TOP 10 attributing it to the city’s vibrant and laid back culture. The concept of “workcations,” experienced a surge […]
The “Invisible Revolution” reveals Filipinos actively seeking new job opportunities
The “Invisible Revolution” is characterized by a shift in employees’ mindsets towards career progression, with an astonishing 9 in 10 Filipinos who changed jobs last year now open to new opportunities. Job transitions are now viewed as a regular part of their employment journey, showcasing a flexible approach to career growth. According to the “The […]
The “Deloitte Experience:” flexible work defined by empowerment, trust, and inclusivity
“We expect that we will attract the best talent and that our people will be happier at work and will stay with us for longer. On the business front, this will translate to better productivity – we believe that a more inspired workforce will produce more innovative ideas.” Deloitte Singapore is Chief of Staff Asia’s […]
Emerging work trends in SG, shaping employee job expectations
In Singapore’s rapidly evolving job landscape, emerging work trends are significantly impacting employees’ job expectations. A recent study conducted Randstad has shed light on the factors influencing the workforce’s perceptions and priorities in the modern workplace. According to them, several key trends are driving shifts in employees’ expectations and shaping their career preferences. #1: Work-Life […]
SG gov’t initiative, ‘provide remote workers better representation and bargaining power’
In a significant move towards improving the working conditions of platform workers, the government has recently announced measures aimed at providing better representation and enhanced bargaining power for these workers. This initiative comes in response to the growing presence of the remote economy and the unique challenges faced by those working in the digital platform […]
Indonesia struggles to retain pandemic advances in HR tech adoption
Many Indonesian companies are interested in incorporating digitalisation into their business strategies, including in the HR profession. IT development, automation and other technological adaptations are becoming increasingly vital to Indonesian industrialisation as many of the country’s companies struggle to compete in an expanding global market. The challenge of improving digital infrastructure through technological adaptation of […]
Pandemic spurs demand for remote work in Singapore, but job postings fall short
The Covid-19 pandemic sparked a surge in demand for remote work globally, yet Singapore’s job market is struggling to meet this growing preference, with job postings failing to adequately reflect the demand for flexible work arrangements from candidates. According to a recent study, a mere 9% of job listings in Singapore explicitly mention remote work […]
