The New HR Playbook: Game-Changing HR Tactics Transforming the Corporate World
Human Resources, or HR, is one of the most important things in the corporate world if done right. From tending to the workforce to introducing new policies for the benefit of the company and the employees, HRs can significantly impact their companies. This is evident from some of the best
Mastering the Multicultural Maze: Cultural Intelligence is Shaping Leadership in Asia
Around 96% of companies globally boast a diverse workforce regarding religion, gender and culture. The same is the case in Asia. Leaders need more than technical expertise in today’s interconnected world, where a workforce constitutes employees from all walks of life. Today, leaders must deeply understand cultural nuances to navigate
Embracing Flexibility and Family Values: Balancing Work with Family In Asia
In 2017, a Japanese father, Hiroshi Fujiwara, became the face of a growing movement when he sued his employer for workplace discrimination. Fujiwara, a government employee, had requested paternity leave to care for his newborn, a decision that was met with resistance. Despite laws guaranteeing such leave, societal expectations in
Keppel’s Ambitious Move: Plans To Buy Tokyo Data Hub
On Tuesday, Singapore’s Keppel announced an agreement to acquire an AI-ready data centre facility in Tokyo under development by Japan’s largest property group, Mitsui Fudosan. This deal follows Keppel’s announcement less than two weeks ago of its intention to more than double its data centre assets under management from the
Crossing Borders, Building Futures: Talent Mobility in Asia’s Fast-Growing Economies
In 2019, a Singaporean tech startup, Grab, faced a troubling crisis. After expanding its operations across South Asia, Grab had a significant shortage of talented individuals. With its business expanding in regions like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, Grab needed people who were technologically literate and understood the local markets. To
Breaking the Age Barrier: Reverse Mentoring’s Role in Redefining Corporate Success
Companies worldwide are grappling with fostering mutual understanding and collaboration among multigenerational workers as the global workforce becomes increasingly multigenerational. A recent study from the World Economic Forum suggests that by 2025, 70% of all company workforces will comprise millennials and Gen Z. This demographic shift has left companies in
The China-U.S. Rivalry Favours ASEAN’s Economic Rise
The geopolitical tension between the two largest economies, the USA and China, has greatly benefitted the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Economies. According to the data the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shared, ASEAN nations have long benefited from decades of globalisation, building strong trade links with China and the
Inside the Mitsubishi and Nissan’s Visionary Partnership
On Monday, Yomiuri Newspaper reported that two major automobile manufacturers in Japan, Nissan and Mitsubishi Corp, will combine their resources to provide world-class autonomous driving. The newspaper further stated that the joint venture will use electric vehicle batteries as storage batteries. According to the Nikkei, Mitsubishi Motors was poised to
10 Largest Economies In Asia In 2024: Financial Leaders
Asian economies have grown rapidly over the years to become vital players in the global market. The skyrocketing GDP indicates how fast these countries have evolved. Regional cooperation initiatives played a major role in this remarkable growth. But which countries lead the pack? To find out the answer, we have
Veitnam Gets The New President After Two Years
After nearly 18 months, Veitnam finally elected Luong Cuong, a military general, as its president. The newly elected president will replace Lam, who remained president after being elected as the ruling party’s general secretary. In his speech, Cuong promised to conduct foreign policies to promote independence and peace. He further
