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 […]
HR Champions: Piyush Gupta on finding hidden expertise
Title: CEO, DBS Bank Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Southeast Asia, South Asia, and China Industry: Banking Employees: 36,000 Piyush Gupta has had his fair share of regrets and realisations over his 40-year career, including 13 years as the bank’s CEO. He does not shy away from sharing them as lessons. One of these is […]
Malaysia launches National Training Index to measure workforce development
The Human Resources Development Corporation (HRDC) launched the National Training Index (NTI) today, a first-of-its-kind index to measure training and development in Southeast Asia. The NTI was developed by HRDC and will soon become the benchmark for industries and organizations to shape their learning and development programs. The index measures the capacity of employers in […]
Five ways HR can help employees embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace
In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, the imperative to foster diversity and inclusion has risen to prominence as a driving force behind organisational success and innovation. Acknowledging that diversity encompasses more than just visible differences and that true inclusion involves creating an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered, the role of […]
‘Singapore hiring rates slow down’, LinkedIn report
Companies are advised to emphasise building a growth, development, and learning culture due to slowing hiring rates. LinkedIn’s chief economist, Karin Kimborough, suggests that organisations focus on skills and career development in their talent strategy instead of costly external hiring. This is because labor markets are still tight in many countries and industries post-pandemic, and […]
Professionals in SEA need to focus on wellbeing, mobility, and upskilling
“HR Talent Trends – What’s next for our senior leaders?” report, surveyed 100 people professionals in the Southeast Asian region. Results showed that the top three considerations for professionals in choosing a job in the next three years are financial remuneration (56%), career progression (51%) and flexible working (39%). The report also found that upskilling, […]
Singapore transforms setbacks into opportunities for retrenched employees
The Singaporean government has launched a visionary program aimed at providing substantial support to employees facing retrenchment. This initiative comes in the form of temporary financial assistance that allows retrenched individuals to focus on upgrading their skills and preparing for long-term career success. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong introduced this concept during the recent National […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Training (general professional skills) category
Within a rapidly evolving professional landscape, the HR Ecosystem Awards’ Training (general professional skills) category emerges as a tribute to organisations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to equipping individuals with versatile skills crucial for success in today’s dynamic workplaces. This esteemed category spotlights those who tirelessly champion the cultivation of general professional skills, paving the […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Training (specialist skills) category
In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern businesses, acquiring specialist skills has become paramount to staying ahead of the curve. The HR Ecosystem Awards’ Training (specialist skills) category takes centre stage to celebrate the organisations that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to equipping individuals with the unique proficiencies required in today’s dynamic world. This esteemed category […]
