As flexible work arrangements (FWAs) become more entrenched across Malaysia’s labour market, employers are now required to go beyond physical safety considerations and assess employees’ […]
Author: Josephine Tan
Flexible work empowers women and strengthens business performance, study finds
A paradigm shift is occurring within the modern workforce as organisations increasingly recognise that professional autonomy is not merely a benefit, but a critical driver […]
Singapore hiring sentiment rises in Q2 2026 amid AI adoption and skills demand
Employers in Singapore are showing renewed confidence in hiring for Q2 2026, even as market volatility continues to influence workforce strategies, according to the latest […]
CEO turnover hits eight-year high as Asia-Pacific boards double down on internal talent
CEO turnover surged to an eight-year high in 2025, underscoring intensifying pressure on top leaders and placing renewed focus on succession planning and internal talent […]
Employees in Singapore still believe in workplace happiness, but burnout and stalled growth persist
Singapore’s workforce continues to believe in the possibility of happiness at work, but many employees are struggling to experience it in practice, according to new […]
Skills: The common language of human-AI collaboration
The traditional boundaries of human resources are undergoing a radical transformation as AI moves from a speculative tool to an integrated “colleague” within the workforce. […]
Leadership stability takes priority in Asia-Pacific as CHRO and COO turnover declines
Leadership transitions across Asia-Pacific are taking on a more measured and strategic tone, as organisations place a premium on continuity, internal talent, and first-time executives […]
Cautious optimism marks Singapore’s workforce plans for early 2026
Employers in Singapore are entering 2026 with cautious optimism as economic uncertainty continues to shape hiring strategies, according to ManpowerGroup’s latest Employment Outlook Survey. While […]
Employees in Singapore increasingly taking “snooze days” as sleep gap widens
A widening gap between the recognition of sleep’s importance and the actions taken to improve sleep health is a key finding from the sixth annual […]
Singapore sees rising demand for digital-ESG talent as workforce expectations evolve
Asia-Pacific’s talent landscape is undergoing a profound shift, with new data showing that employees across the region now value flexibility, purpose and long-term growth more […]
The new talent architecture: Balancing rapid AI adoption with human-centric leadership
The traditional architecture of the global workforce is undergoing a profound and permanent restructuring. As AI moves from the periphery of corporate experimentation to the […]
Singapore salaries set to rise 4% in 2026, but real wage growth remains subdued: Mercer
Employees in Singapore are expected to see an average salary increase of 4% in 2026, closely aligned with the 4.1% growth recorded in 2025, according […]
Productivity gains mask quiet crisis of employee disconnection, Intellect’s study shows
While global investments in corporate mental health are finally moving the needle on employee productivity and stress management, a new “quiet” crisis is emerging in […]
Singapore to raise retirement and re-employment ages in July
The Singapore government has officially announced a scheduled increase in the statutory requirement and re-employment ages, a strategic move aimed at bolstering the city-state’s labour […]