Malaysia Top 3, Singapore ranked 14th in offshore services
Malaysia emerged among the top three locations worldwide for potential offshore services, ranking 3rd in the list according to Kearney’s 2023 Global Services Location Index (GSLI). Singapore ranked 14th this year compared to 38th in 2021, noting a significant advancement. Although APAC markets remained prominent within the top 10, the Philippines descended from the list, […]
HR Tech Update: The importance of using technology for better candidate relationship management
Customers aren’t the only audience your company has to impress. In today’s competitive, internationalised business landscape, it’s more crucial than ever to develop strong relationships with talent pools and individual candidates. Retaining and attracting top talent is made much easier when an organisation can establish a reputation for having a proactive approach in managing and […]
Qoala adapts with workforce trim, layoffs 80 employees
Qoala, one of the players in the Indonesian insurtech sector, has decided to reevaluate its workforce composition and streamline its operations to better align with current market trends. The decision to lay off 80 employees in Indonesia and Malaysia was not taken lightly, as Qoala understands the impact on the affected individuals and their families. […]
Best Digital HR Winner: Tech should improve employee experience
Proper technological know-how and availability of equipment—the pandemic taught plenty of organisations how important these are, and Tiket.com was no exception. Faced by unpredictable circumstances in terms of both business outcomes and human behaviour, it became clear to the Indonesian company just how big an impact digital technology can make. Branding Officer Derrel Jeremias Marvianus […]
Hilton ranked #2, ‘Best Workplace’ in Indonesia
Hilton, Asia’s fastest-growing hospitality company, has been named #2 on Indonesia’s Best Workplaces list in the large-sized business category. This recognition, awarded by Great Place to Work®, marks Hilton’s first appearance on the list in Indonesia and highlights its commitment to a purpose-driven and inclusive workplace culture. “Following our win in the Philippines, we are […]
HR Tech Update: Enhancing employer value propositions through good branding technology
Many assume that branding is the sole focus of the marketing department, but an organisation’s HR is actually an invaluable cornerstone of great brand communication for employees. When employees have an in-depth and accurate understanding of their employer’s brand, they also better perceive the values, aspirations, and responsibilities they can strive towards in their role. […]
Kredivo Group: fostering collaboration, innovation, and fun
Kredivo Group has earned the esteemed Best Workplace Culture and Environment award in HR Stars Awards 2023, showcasing not only its fintech excellence but also its exceptional workplace culture. At the core of Kredivo’s success lies a vibrant culture of collaboration, innovation, and fun. Employees, known as KrediKrew, are empowered to shape their own Kredivo […]
Indonesia bank weathers pandemic through employee- and community-centred response
Among entries for the HR Stars Awards 2023, it was the Covid management strategies of UOB Indonesia that garnered the top spot. The bank had the Business Continuity Management Task Force (BCMTF) at its core, which was established at the very beginning of the pandemic in 2020. The bank’s operational commitment as well as staff […]
UOB Indonesia CEO goes strong with HR collaboration, active calls for unity
Hendra Gunawan, CEO of the United Overseas Bank (UOB) Indonesia, is the HR Stars Awards 2023 Best CEO With An HR Focus for his firm commitment to employee wellbeing and development. He has displayed this through clear and open communication, allowing everyone in the company a voice regardless of seniority or role. Over time, this […]
HR Tech Update: Using HR technology to empower small businesses and startups
Time, money, and knowledge – these three things often act as barriers to smaller businesses implementing human resource technology into their management systems. Larger enterprises have more of these resources to expend on HR tech, and many tech developers focus their efforts on appealing to and creating products for these large enterprises. However, HR tech […]
