How TIME and Statista Determined Asia-Pacific's Best Employers of 2027

TIME and data firm Statista have unveiled Asia-Pacific's Best Employers 2027, a ranking that aims to set a benchmark for workplaces across the region. Recognizing the rapid economic transformation, shifting workforce expectations, and fierce competition for talent in Asia-Pacific, the ranking highlights employers that excel in creating outstanding work environments.

The methodology behind the ranking involved a comprehensive three-step process, starting with an initial pool of over 7,000 of the APAC's largest and most influential companies. Eligibility criteria required companies to have a significant operational presence in the region, with at least 1,000 employees and operational sites in at least two out of the 15 specified APAC markets.

A representative sample of over 80,000 employees, comprising both part-time and full-time staff, was gathered through a survey conducted using online access panels. Participants were asked to name their current employer and rate their willingness to recommend their current and previous (if applicable) employers on a scale from 0 to 10.

Additionally, employees were asked about their willingness to recommend other employers within their industry, with greater weight given to direct recommendations as a stronger indicator of employee satisfaction. The final score, out of a maximum of 100, was derived from data collected in 2024, 2025, and 2026 and reflects both direct and indirect perceptions of employer quality.