Category Archive For "Employee Benefits"
‘Long COVID-19’: Why and how employers ought to support employees
While things in Thailand have seemingly returned to normal (the country even canceled the ‘Test & Go’ quarantine scheme and opened up the country), COVID-19 is very much still around. And for those suffering from long COVID-19 (aka long COVID), it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. The result? Employers can’t ignore the pandemic (just yet). …
Working from home and the “right to disconnect” in Thailand
When the world switched to remote working for much of 2020, employees in Thailand could work from the office. But the third wave of the outbreak in April 2021 and a sluggish vaccination rollout put the country back at square 1. For months now, many employers and employees in the Kingdom have been navigating the …
7 types of employee benefits to help attract, retain, and keep employees happy in Thailand
Employee satisfaction plays a significant role in a business’s success, so it’s essential to provide employee benefits that are relevant and motivating for the workforce. Additionally, top employee benefits can also help a business attract the best talent and make it easier to retain them. In this Pacific Prime Thailand article, we’ll take a look …
Thailand postpones the PDPA enforcement: What it is and how to prepare your business for the PDPA
Businesses take note. Officially, Thailand postpones the PDPA or the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) to June 1, 2022. Considered as the first local law designed to govern data protection in the digital age, the PDPA was originally scheduled to come into effect on June 1, 2021. However, it created multiple challenges for both local …
7 tips to promote workplace wellness in Thailand
Wellness at work is essential for employees and businesses alike. Employees excel when they are well, which helps companies do well in turn. Worker injuries and illnesses cost employers a lot of money and time every year, making a healthy workforce imperative to a successful business. Fortunately, workplace wellness initiatives can help employees be healthier …
Covid-19: Your employee rights during the coronavirus outbreak
The novel coronavirus epidemic has – as of the time of writing – affected 722,000 people in over 190 countries and resulted in around 33,500 deaths. This has not only led to a critical public health crisis, but has also disrupted economic activities, as well as the global supply chain and labor market. The outbreak …
4 health and productivity tips for remote workers
With the spread of the novel coronavirus across the world, many enterprises are allowing or even mandating their employees to work from home as a way to minimize the chances of a massive outbreak. While many people enjoy the comfort and convenience of working remotely, it is a double-edged sword as it may harm your …
How to boost your performance during the workday
Imagine ending each day with a pat on the back, knowing that you had been incredibly productive. And knowing, too, that you were at the peak of your performance – getting your tasks done both efficiently and well. See yourself smiling as you leave work? Well, you can be that very person, rather than the …
Are remote workers happier?
Over the last few years, businesses have started to offer more remote work opportunities to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. A new study has recently measured how grateful remote workers actually are, and how companies can benefit. In this Pacific Prime Thailand article, we’ll take a closer look at the latest study, remote working benefits, …
What makes a good employee benefits consultant?
An increasing number of businesses are reaping the advantages of fast-growing platforms like social media and online stores; however, they sometimes forget to address the fundamentals that help stabilize their core. Employee benefits are among the key tools that help businesses sustain and grow, as they focus on what’s truly important to a company: its …
