Market Insight

By Octomate Admin Sep 12, 2024 What is the gig economy? “Have you ever led a tour group?” That’s how Emily, an ex-accountant, responded when we asked her to describe her work in the six years since she’d left a professional services to set out on her own. She had since became a full-time tour guide, bringing tourists around her country with a well-organized tour plan, and describing the different landmarks with passion coated in her own local flavour. Like Emily, many have al

By Octomate Nov 17, 2023 Preparing for peak season hiring is crucial for companies. As a provider of HR software, we are experienced in streamlining and optimising the employment process. Here are our five tips to help businesses get ready: Evaluate Current HR Software: Review your existing HR software systems and tools to ensure they are up-to-date and capable of handling the increased workload during peak hiring seasons. Verify that the software can efficiently manage appli

By Octomate Staffing Jul 13, 2026 Key Insights Singapore has expanded Shared Parental Leave to support shared caregiving. Workforce planning plays a critical role in supporting working parents. Workforce visibility helps organisations maintain operational continuity. Singapore continues to strengthen support for working families. During the 2024 National Day Rally, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced plans to expand parental leave as part of the Government's continued comm