HR Tech Update: How chatbots are unlocking a new level of efficiency and engagement in HR
Chatbots have evolved since their first iteration in 1994, now becoming an exciting new technology that can change how organisations manage their workforce. In larger organisations, when there are hundreds of employees, vendors, and candidates to communicate with, HR can become overwhelmed quickly with keeping track of messages, requests, and questions. Chatbots can be useful […]
Skilled workers and low wages draw businesses to Southeast Asia
A recent survey by HSBC Commercial Banking found that international businesses operating in Southeast Asia are increasingly confident about their prospects for continued growth in the region. The survey also found that a skilled workforce and competitive wage prices are the most attractive market features for business expansion. The survey, which covered more than 3,500 […]
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. “Leadership plays a pivotal role in ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion or DE&I programs are not just supported, but truly embraced.” – Andreas Riedel, […]
HR Champions: Arthur Kiong looks to social impact and values
Title: CEO Organisation: Far East Hospitality Management Office headquarters: Singapore Company operations: Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and Germany Industry: Hospitality Employees: 3,000 Like many in the hospitality industry during Covid-19, Arthur Kiong battled with the idea of opening up Far East Hospitality Management’s establishments as quarantine facilities. He shared with Salt&Light that he […]
Champions of HR: The CEOs HR leaders most want to work with
While many job-seekers look directly at company HR policies and career pages online to gain an idea of the work environment to anticipate, it’s an entirely different ball game for HR practitioners. C-suite leaders essentially set the backdrop for how much of an impact HR can make in an organisation and for its workforce. So […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Remote working category
More than three years after covid-19 hit, technological innovations and human creativity have yielded numerous digital platforms to help companies establish virtual workspaces. Over the years, these developers and their clientele have discovered how collaboration and engagement remain top indicators of a thriving remote workplace. The HR Ecosystem Awards will thus seek to name the […]
The First Word: Are AI and chatbots revolutionising the recruitment scene in Singapore?
Singapore has become a gateway for businesses into the Southeast Asian region for many looking to expand their businesses. The city-state has not only emerged as one of the top hirers in the region, but a growing number of multinational companies have also begun setting up their Asia-Pacific headquarters on its shores. It is certainly […]
The Week Ahead: HR Insights & News Scoops
Uncover invaluable insights, stay ahead of industry shifts, and anticipate the week’s most significant HR news. Join us as we dive into the future of HR, one scoop at a time. — In today’s global economy, companies in Singapore and Southeast Asia are adapting to new work models and trends. Our guest author, Job van […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Leave and attendance management
Managing leave and attendance is a two-pronged function in leading personnel: on one hand, HR tracks employees’ productivity and time worked; on the other hand, HR is most aware of their time off for a variety of reasons. With the plethora of complexities in leave policies and types of leave, shift work and scheduling, carryover, […]
Five ways HR leaders can integrate multiple generations in the workplace
The modern workplace is a rich tapestry of generations, each contributing a unique thread to the fabric of the organisation. From the seasoned wisdom of Baby Boomers to the tech-savvy innovation of Generation Z, the coexistence of multiple generations is both an opportunity and a challenge. It’s an opportunity because each generation brings its own […]
