Running an SME in Singapore means staying lean, efficient, and compliant — often without a full HR or legal team. In 2026, employment compliance becomes more demanding, with tighter enforcement on Work Permits, payroll, and fair employment practices by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).  If you employ foreign workers, manage local staff, or plan to hire this year, this checklist highlights what SMEs must do, where risks usually arise, and how to stay audit ready.    Why 2026 Mat

Running a company in Singapore involves more than just managing daily operations. Every year, all registered businesses must fulfil annual compliance requirements  to remain in good standing with Singapore authorities. These obligations ensure that your company’s financial statements, tax filings, and statutory information  are accurate, transparent, and up to date. Missing any of these deadlines can result in penalties or even company strike-off. Here’s everything you need t

In Singapore, fair and sustainable wage growth for lower-wage workers is no longer optional — it’s the law . Under the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) , employers are required to pay progressive wages and provide skills training. Meanwhile, the Progressive Wage (PW) Mark  recognizes employers that comply with these requirements and uphold fair employment practices. Both are part of Singapore’s national effort to uplift lower-wage workers, strengthen social fairness, and reward r

In today’s digital economy, every business - no matter how small - runs on data. Customer records, payment systems, supply chains, even basic communication all live online. But as small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) go digital, their exposure to cyber risk has grown faster than their protection. The numbers tell the story:   more than 50% of all cyberattacks globally now target SMEs , yet   fewer than 10%   in Singapore have any form of cyber insurance. For many, one major a

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