HR Ecosystem Awards nominations open in three days
Chief of Staff Asia will be officially opening nominations for the HR Ecosystem Awards on August 14, 2023, just three (3) days from now. The program will be a celebration of excellence across external service providers that empower HR teams in harnessing their talents’ maximum potential. Nominations will be accepted until October 29, 2023, at […]
Singapore professionals open to returning to previous employer
Three quarters of professionals (75%) in Singapore have stated that they are open to returning to their previous employer. They are likely to be considered, with 80% of employers who are currently hiring willing to do so without any hesitation or caution. The poll also revealed that 40% of workers in Singapore who had left […]
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. […]
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 are kind of like unsung heroes. We need more role models so we can get more people into the industry.” – Sonia McDonald, Founder, […]
Singapore employers working on company culture, survey says
In the recent survey of 500 international CEOs, Heidrick & Struggles disclosed that amid a challenging labour landscape and an unpredictable economic climate, the importance of company culture has been amplified, playing an instrumental role in boosting financial performance and enhancing employee retention. An increasing number of these leaders also consider culture as an essential […]
The First Word: Beyond the buzz: Unlocking the potential of AI in HR
It’s here. It’s palpable. It’s evolving rapidly. Artificial intelligence is no longer something we’re looking at in the future; it is already touching our lives and transforming the way we work. Generative AI has brought the technology a lot closer to us, enabling people to see up-close the power of AI with AI-driven tools doing […]
Five ways HR can help employees embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace
In today’s diverse and interconnected world, fostering an inclusive workplace has become paramount for organisational success. As advocates of employee well-being and professional growth, HR professionals in Southeast Asian organisations play a crucial role in promoting diversity and inclusion (D&I). Embracing D&I goes beyond compliance; it empowers employees to thrive in an environment that values […]
Human8 launches employee AI prompt school and personal research assistant
Chief Platform Officer Annelies Verhaeghe stated that the agency has always embraced technology and innovation. However, before diving into AI, they addressed data privacy concerns. According to Maz Amirahmadi, Managing Director, APAC, in the Asia Pacific, AI adoption has surged in 2023 across various industries, driven by the desire to improve employee productivity. It enables […]
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 […]
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 needs to create the right environment for leaders to communicate; HR are the employees’ advocates and need to make sure they create the avenues […]
