Workplace Insight
JUNE 26, 2024
Demand for flexible working options surged during the pandemic but has since become less important to people, according to ADP Research Institute’s People at Work 2024: A Global Workforce View [registration]. Overall, the survey of nearly 35,000 people in 18 countries suggests flexible working hours are important to 25 percent of workers, while 15 percent value flexible locations.
HR Digest
JUNE 26, 2024
We’re now getting a closer look at how artificial intelligence is permeating into the workplace setting with news of Target’s generative AI endeavors to support store workers. Target’s AI chatbot, the Store Companion, is scheduled to benefit thousands of the company’s workers, arriving across 2,000 stores in the region by August. The chatbot is designed to help workers navigate their jobs more easily, allowing them to seek answers to questions about processes that are relevant to their work.
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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
On April 26, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule to amend its Health Breach Notification Rule (HBN Rule). The HBN Rule works as a compliment and counterpart to the breach notification requirements established under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for HIPAA-regulated entities. Specifically, the HBN Rule requires that […] The post FTC Amends Health Breach Notification Rule to Regulate Health Apps and Expand Breach Notification Requirem
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 26, 2024
Bipartisan support is building for allowing working Americans to purchase an individual health policy with pretax dollars without requiring an employer's permission.
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Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive
Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
Credit: Delpixel / Shutterstock.com Employers should consider what sporting events would most engage their employees and plan initiatives around these. Workplace activities can boost camaraderie and, ultimately, engagement. Any initiatives should be as inclusive as possible for all employees, as well as voluntary. In its June 2024 survey, online entertainment site Betway found that 43% of England fans admitted they would miss work for the UEFA European Football Championship (Euros).
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15Five
JUNE 26, 2024
The AI furor might be long past, but the tools are here to stay. Tons of tools HR teams are already using have AI features built right in, so you might be using them without realizing it. But whether your team hasn’t implemented AI in their workflows yet or you want to get more out of what you’re already doing, here are a few things to consider. For one, there are four main types of artificial intelligence HR teams can work with: Generative AI tools use massive banks of data to create human-equi
Qandle
JUNE 26, 2024
Have you ever heard of the term “quiet quitting”? If not, you’re about to become familiar with a concept that’s increasingly relevant in today’s workplace. Quiet quitting refers to employees disengaging from their jobs without officially resigning. Instead of walking out the door, they mentally check out, doing the bare minimum required to stay employed.
HR Lineup
JUNE 26, 2024
In today’s globalized world, the concept of diversity has gained significant traction across various sectors, including the workplace. Team diversity, a crucial aspect of this broader dialogue, refers to the inclusion of individuals with varied backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and experiences within a team. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of team diversity, its components, benefits, challenges, and strategies for fostering an inclusive environment, highlighting why diver
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 26, 2024
Women need a boost of confidence before heading to the negotiating table. This C-suite executive shares what worked for her.
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Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
Retirement income planning firm Chancery Lane has switched to a four-day working week in order to support its employees with family commitments and responsibilities. Under the new working structure, the firm’s financial planners and wealth managers will be contracted to work from Monday to Thursday, while retaining their previous salaries. It has given all staff the same day off due to the fact that they discuss and share client information with each other, so it is key for everyone to be in the
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 26, 2024
Last year, Americans saved more in their 401(k)s than ever before, according to new research from Vanguard.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
Berwick-upon-Tweed manufacturing organisation Allan Brothers has become a living wage employer as part of its commitment to improving working conditions and staff development. As a result, all employees will be guaranteed a minimum income of £12 an hour which, based on a 38-hour week, equates to £23,712 a year. This is higher than the government’s £11.44 an hour national living wage for employees aged 21 and over, which would equate to £22,605 per year.
Workplace Insight
JUNE 26, 2024
We know that biophilic elements are key to boosting mental and physical wellness. The Bisley range of complementary planters are the perfect addition for bringing the outside in. The benefits of biophilia are endless, including reduced employee absenteeism, improved health, reduced stress levels, an increase in mood and mental restoration. And it’s something that many businesses have embraced with open arms.
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In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
Credit: Philip Brookes / Shutterstock.com Northern Irish construction firm Graham has implemented a streaming service app dedicated to employee wellbeing. Known as the Well-zone app, it was custom built for the firm by Frog Systems, which developed the platform. It can be used on smart phones, tablets, laptops and desktops, has bespoke branding and incorporates Graham’s internally generated content Graham’s more than 2,000 employees, families, and supply chain partners will have access to 16 cha
Workplace Insight
JUNE 26, 2024
Workspace Design Show continues to innovate, expanding its diverse portfolio of exhibitors for the London and Amsterdam 2025 shows, and will feature Umbrella Furniture (pictured) as the lead partner for the talks areas at the 2025 London edition, designed by Gensler and Ryder Architecture. Launched in 2021, Workspace Design Show is a firmly established highlight of the global workplace event calendar.
Employee Benefits
JUNE 26, 2024
Employers have not only recognised the importance of employee wellbeing and mental health, but have begun to put it at the top of their people priorities list. All employers have a general, common-law duty to take reasonable care for the safety of their employees, including providing a safe place of work, safe tools and equipment, and a safe system of working.
Workers' Compensation
JUNE 26, 2024
In an unpublished decision, the NJ Appellate Division upheld the dismissal of a workers' compensation claim for the repair of a ruptured breast implant. A middle school teacher of autistic children was kicked in the left breast by a student. The implants were eleven years old, and the teacher was suffering from a significant amount of weight gain and lupus.
Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll
Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha
WEX Inc.
JUNE 26, 2024
Fleet managers in the public sector are being asked and encouraged to reduce carbon emissions by finding alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. For some government entities, this may mean transitioning to fully electric fleet vehicles. Even law enforcement fleets, where the need for speed and acceleration is essential, are replacing their traditional gasoline-powered cruisers with new hybrid cruisers.
Employee Benefit News
JUNE 26, 2024
Melanie Steinbach believes that employees want to be good at their jobs, and deserve the skill-building tools that will help them succeed.
WEX Inc.
JUNE 26, 2024
WEX recently attended the NAFA Fleet Management Association 2024 Institute & Expo (I&E), an exciting event bringing together leaders and professionals in fleet and mobility management. This event serves to celebrate industry innovation and collaboration, and showcases a commitment to driving change and supporting fleet professionals with cutting-edge solutions.
InterWest Insurance Services
JUNE 26, 2024
July 31, 2024 11:30 am ABOUT THE WEBINAR: A ritual is, by definition, a series of steps that is followed faithfully. Rituals are a tool to help you keep your to-do list updated, calendar managed, and fires extinguished before they start. In this session, Melissa Gratias, Ph.D., an international speaker, coach, blogger, and author, will discuss how you can: Maximize your natural human tendencies to follow rituals.
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Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!
cipHR
JUNE 26, 2024
Statutory neonatal care and pay (SNCP) is scheduled to be introduced in April 2025. Here we explain everything you need to know about this new entitlement, which is the result of the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023.
Hppy
JUNE 26, 2024
Employee recognition programs have long been a cornerstone of effective human resource strategies. Recognizing employees for their hard work and dedication is key to fostering motivation, enhancing retention, and boosting overall morale. These programs not only acknowledge individual contributions but also reinforce the company’s core values and culture.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JUNE 26, 2024
In June 2023, the labor force participation rate for women in their prime working age (ages 25-54 according to the data) reached an all-time high of 77.8%. Crafting benefits and a supportive work environment for women at every life stage can help create […] The post Spotlight On: Women’s Health in the Workplace appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Hppy
JUNE 26, 2024
Workplace compliance is an increasingly complex labyrinth of legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations in today’s fast-evolving business environment. With companies going global and regulations rarely letting up, managing compliance risk has never been more crucial. This is where HR compliance management software comes into play, fundamentally transforming the way in which organizations identify, evaluate, and eliminate non-compliance risks.
Speaker: Jeremy York
2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.
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