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Asian Stories

Compliance stories

Singapore firms barely prepared for cyber attacks - what's holding them back?

Despite its reputation as a hub for smart cities, Singapore's cybersecurity preparedness is only in the early stages, according to a new joint survey.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

Global Stories

Compliance stories

Fintech

New ERP features announced at NetSuite's 2017 keynote

NetSuite has two major upgrades every year, with customisations that carry forward automatically so customers are always on the latest version.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Compliance stories

Hybrid & Remote Work

Home is where the work is…

Remote workers’ homes can count as workplaces, leaving employers on the hook for safety checks, policies and incident response.

By Geoff • 8 min read • Tue, 25th Jul 2017

Risk & Compliance

Center for Internet Security recognises Kiwi compliance firm

A New Zealand security assessment and compliance system has received recognition from the US-based Center for Internet Security (CIS).

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

Risk & Compliance

New toolkit to boost health and safety

Small firms could soon measure health and safety performance with a new government toolkit aimed at lifting standards beyond compliance.

By Geoff • 1 min read • Wed, 12th Jul 2017

Risk & Compliance

Focus on forklifts, regulator urges

Seven deaths since May have prompted WorkSafe to warn businesses that forklift risks are still being poorly managed across workplaces.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2017

Risk & Compliance

Suspect cladding found in New Zealand buildings

Fire-proof replacements are under way at two Auckland high-rises after council checks found combustible panels similar to those blamed in Grenfell.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 25th Jun 2017

Risk & Compliance

Certified asbestos safety management system essential

Missing the certified system by 4 April will invalidate licences, forcing asbestos removers to stop work and risking prosecution.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2017

Law

Asbestos training providers receiving accreditation

Workers face a 4 April deadline to complete asbestos training, as only accredited providers will have their courses recognised by WorkSafe.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

Risk & Compliance

Lack of systems at the heart of worker’s death

The fatal collapse exposed gaps in risk controls after WorkSafe found the packaging firm relied on workers to manage dangerous machinery themselves.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 11th Jun 2017

LearnX

The big three: Ascender & National Australia Bank win for talent development

Through its awards, the LearnX Foundation aims to recognise best practices and business achievements in talent development.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Jun 2017

Fintech

Five ways businesses can gain control of employee expenses and save money

Finance departments struggle with expenses process due to paper receipts and spreadsheets, says SaaS firm Concur. Five tips offered to regain control.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017

Risk & Compliance

Asbestos removal standards set to change

Workers handling asbestos will need new training units from 4 April 2018, as New Zealand tightens rules to cut exposure risks.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 28th May 2017

Risk & Compliance

Cutting corners costs cropping company

A worker was left tetraplegic after a harvester injury, with a horticultural firm and its director fined and ordered to pay GBP £336,000 in reparations.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017