Productivity to rise with shorter working hours

KUALA LUMPUR: A human resource expert commended the government over its decision to reduce working hours to 45 from 48 hours per week, saying that this will increase productivity, especially for blue-collared workers who can also work from home. “It is a win-win situation for both parties. Some may say it is only for three […]

Digital transformation key to advancing Sarawak

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said advancing digital transformation is key towards improving productivity and efficiency. “We need to fully embrace digital transformation to maximise the economic value in the global business environment that is dynamic and volatile,” he said. And as the state progresses, Abang Johari said it needs […]

Crucial to revise minimum wage, says economist

BY AISYAH AZZAHRA SUHIRI KUCHING: A leading economist said it was crucial for Malaysia to revise the country’s minimum wage. Datuk Dr Madeline Berma concurred with Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Awang Hashim on the need to analyse and refine of the minimum wage review by the National Wage Legislative Technical Committee (JTPGN). “Increasing the […]

Adopt modern technology to increase productivity

BINTULU: Farmers and agropreneurs are advised to take advantage of the assistance and facilities provided by the state government under the Agricultural Facilities Fund (AFF) Programme to improve the socio-economy of their families. Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Talib Zulpilip hoped that the assistance would make farmers and agropreneurs more […]

Cross-border trading to increase productivity

KUCHING: The digital economy transcends borders and it will be worthwhile to promote cross-border trading by utilising digital technology, says Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. “Cross-border trading is one of the approaches for us to increase our productivity,” he said in response to a question during the Chief Minister’s Webinar entitled ‘Sarawak […]