APAC needs to prepare for green jobs, ADB says
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recommended that Asia-Pacific countries prepare their workforce for green jobs as the region transitions to a low-carbon economy. In its paper titled “Preparing the Workforce for the Low-Carbon Economy: A Closer Look at Green Jobs and Green Skills,” the ADB said that countries in the region need to conduct […]
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. “HR should foster a culture of diversity & inclusion that embraces differences.” – Rosanun Chankasame, Chief Human Resources Officer, Prudential Thailand In an interview, Chankasame […]
Filipinos eager to learn AI skills, but hurdles remain
A new study by The Economist Impact and Google shows that 42% of Filipino employees want to learn new digital skills related to AI and machine learning, but poor internet access and lack of time are major hurdles. The study also found that most Filipinos consider AI and ML skills to be the 7th most […]
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. “Mental health affects a person’s decision-making abilities. Poor mental health can lead to decreased productivity, absenteeism, and disengagement at work.” – Ihsanuddin Usman, CHRO of […]
PBEd’s new workforce development program to upskill Filipino youth
Philippine Business for Education (PBEd), a business-led education advocacy group, has launched a new workforce development program called Future Skills Now (FSN). The program is supported by JP Morgan and aims to empower underprivileged Filipino youth with digital and career proficiencies. FSN offers 700 young Filipinos in Metro Manila and Cebu work-based training and mentorship […]
Chief of Staff Five: Teamwork makes the dream work
Teamwork is often considered an element that doesn’t receive the primary focus in a company. However, a strong team has significant impacts, such as building a sense of ownership, employee satisfaction, and high loyalty. It’s crucial for HR to view their team members as individuals, not just professional resources. Effective teamwork isn’t just about productivity; […]
Malaysia needs to attract, retain top talent to boost economy
Malaysia needs to retain and attract top talent to attract foreign investment and compete with other regional economies. This is according to Professor Nafis Alam, head of the School of Business at Monash University Malaysia. “Malaysia’s economy has recovered post-Covid-19, and political stability has provided a lifeline, resulting in a positive economic outlook for 2024 […]
HR Tech Update: Managing from across borders with global HR management suites
Many businesses operate on a large scale, with hundreds or even thousands of employees for HR to manage. In an ever-more interconnected business landscape, many companies also manage their human resources across multiple locations, regions, time zones and even languages. Effective management of a workforce spread across the globe is more critical than ever before. […]
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. “AI is ushering in a new world of work, and the technology is already reshaping jobs, businesses, and industries.” – Feon Ang, Vice President, LinkedIn […]
Singapore learners catching up with digital skills demand
Singapore learners are catching up with the demand for digital skills, according to a new report. Coursera’s Global Skills Report 2023 revealed that the most in-demand skill areas driving employment in the digital economy are business, technology, and data science. Registered learners from Singapore registered high percentiles for these skills. AI skills are also in […]
