Disputes Singapore court affirms employer duty of mutual trust and confidence Judge declares “pyrrhic victory” for former SAP worker, noting his “self-righteous and unyielding behaviour” contributed to termination iStock.com/Victor Golmer Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 29 January 2026 A Singapore court has accused German software giant SAP of placing an errant employee on a performance improvement plan (PIP) when it was actually looking to fire him. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Discrimination What Singapore’s new dispute resolution bill means for bosses and staff Disputes Guy Carpenter wins Singapore fight over loss of top client Disputes Dismissal and salary claims reach six-year high in Singapore Restrictive Covenants Singapore court awards significant damages in misuse of information claim