PEJABAT HUBUNGAN INDUSTRI, UKM

An article about making Industry 4.0 a reality for Malaysia because  Industry 4.0 will take manufacturing to the next level, increasing productivity as well as lowering costs for companies. So, a public-private sector initiative in Malaysia is set to take locally-based companies into this new reality, via training employees of industries, as well as students pursuing their studies at local universities and polytechnics. A compulsory read for everyone who is related with careers involving industrial matters. https://www.digitalnewsasia.com/digital-economy/making-industry-40-reality-malaysia

An article about how employable are you in order to brace for the advent of the driver-less car and robots that produce sports shoes and handle housework. The World Economic Forum in Davos earlier this year hailed the start of a new industrial revolution; dubbed the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which marks the fourth big structural change in the past 250 years. A must read for future employees in advancing their careers. https://www.nst.com.my/opinion/columnists/2017/08/264611/how-employable-are-you

An article about the new term, Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0), is now buzzing. We often hear it in the news and many industrial and government organisations are now reviewing whether they are I.R 4.0 ready. IR 4.0 relates to the paradigm that machines are now able to autonomously adapt and coordinate their tasks to meet human needs. This is achieved through the Cyber Physical System (CPS), also called Industry 4.0, Advance Management Program, Internet of Things (IoT) or Industrial Internet. This new paradigm marks the industrial era called Industrial Revolution 4.0 coined by Klaus Schwab in 2016. An informative read for employees, industry professionals and high achieving students. http://www.thestar.com.my/opinion/letters/2017/08/07/get-set-for-next-industrial-revolution/

An article about training the workforce for industry 4.0 since the use of new technologies will reshape the future of employment as robots will eliminate the need for manpower in repetitive jobs, enhance productivity and ultimately help sluggish economies. Besides that, technological advancements could see Malaysia lose 65% of current jobs by 2027 as most of the local workforce is not equipped for Industry 4.0. A good read for everyone since it is essential for preparation in the future. http://www.thestar.com.my/metro/smebiz/news/2017/07/17/training-the-workforce-for-industry-40/#3rhLuSCUWFWsBYAH.99

An article about the matters regarding the industrial revolution development, some advises on career issues and how Malaysia itself is a great brand delivered by John Brosnan, BAE Systems Malaysia & Southeast Asia managing director. He even chose Tan Sri Tony Fernandes as someone that he admires. One of the tips that he shared on the traits that he looks for during the recruitment process is personality of the person. According to him, they need positive people who want to learn and are not afraid of asking questions and challenging assumptions. A must-read for anyone who is still a newbie in the working life and seeking exposure for self-preparation. http://www.thesundaily.my/news/2017/07/03/malaysia-itself-its-greatest-brand-john-brosnan

An article about what do recruiters see when they look at your résumé? As Business Insider previously reported, eye-tracking technology indicates that recruiters spend only six seconds making their initial judgment. So you want to make sure you get it right. Jessica Pointing, a Harvard junior who won internship offers from companies like Google, Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, McKinsey, Bain, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley, previously told Business Insider how to make your résumé error-free and all-around stellar. http://www.businessinsider.my/excellent-resume-internship-2017-1/?r=US&IR=T

An article about understanding the intricacies of the benefits and challenges interns pose towards organisations here in Malaysia. The team at Thriving Talents has approached Derek Toh, the founder and Chief Executive Office of WOBB.CO to tap into his experiences and insights regarding the job market and internship. WOBB.CO is a job platform that helps employers attract good quality Gen Ys by building their employer brand, and showcasing their company culture for recruitment purposes. http://www.investkl.gov.my/Relevant_News-@-Industry_internships_in_MNCs_for_local_students_-_opportunities_and_challenges.aspx

An article about the ten industries where an internship is most likely to lead to something more permanent, along with a selection of companies that are currently hiring. LinkedIn recently analyzed user data and job postings to figure out which fields tend to see internships turn into job offers, measured by retention rates at individual companies. A good read especially for internship trainees to gear up themselves. http://www.businessinsider.my/industries-hire-interns-2017-2/?r=US&IR=T

An article about the tips given by experts on how jobless grads can find work since only one out of every five degrees actually valued highly, they warn. They also added that a degree used to be the golden ticket to employment, but this is no longer the case with hundreds of thousands of graduates produced every year. A must-read for anyone who will becoming fresh graduates soon in order to prepare themselves. http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2017/01/29/internship-is-the-key-to-a-job-jobless-grads-told/