Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

Pairing AI with traditional mental health support can help employees stick to a routine that will improve their health and well-being.

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HR Lineup

MAY 1, 2024

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape of work has undergone a significant transformation. Traditional office-based work setups have been challenged, leading to the emergence of hybrid work models. These models combine remote work with in-office work , offering employees greater flexibility and autonomy while maintaining the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

Bright Horizons and Guardian Life explains why caregiver ERGs are essential for an inclusive workplace.

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3Sixty Insights

MAY 1, 2024

Complexity has traditionally been viewed as a negative disruption and a dominant rationale for why organizations do not achieve their strategic results. Simplification has been an overarching alternative theme and is often identified as the proposed solution for the organization but is this still the right choice given the advancements and potential as we engage with AI?

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

Employees classified their emotional wellbeing in the workplace higher than both compensation and flexible work.

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

Flexjobs put together a list of companies that offer full-time remote positions and four-day workweek policies.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

A new poll from Ricoh Europe claims that the majority of organisations lack the technology to support flexible working, with only 30 percent of European employees saying they have all the technology to collaborate seamlessly when working with other colleagues. The research, conducted by Opinion Matters on behalf of Ricoh Europe, polled 7,000 workers and 1,800 decision makers across Europe.

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

The retailer is abandoning its plan to build out a network of low-cost health clinics.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

Life imitates art pt. 94. Scientists have discovered that lab mice may be conducting their own experiments on us. A paper published in the journal Current Biology and summarised here , speculates that mice seem to be testing their testers. They do this by deviating from simple expected behaviours such as responding to rewards to work out what might happen.

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Speaker: Shawnequa Albert

As our workforce evolves, so must the way we support it. With more employees choosing to work beyond age 65, HR leaders are increasingly being called upon to guide aging employees through one of the most complex transitions in their professional lives - from employer sponsored plans to Group Medicare. Without clear guidance, confusion around eligibility, coverage options, and cost implications can lead to uncertainty and missed opportunities for optimized benefits.

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

In seeking to help employers develop more impactful teams, it matters how that effort is branded and marketed.

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PeopleKeep

MAY 1, 2024

When employees start a new job, they can feel tremendously uncertain, stressed , and nervous. One way to ease their anxieties and make them more comfortable is with a solid first impression and a welcoming environment. Extending a proper welcome to new hires isn’t just helpful for them—it’s also beneficial for your company. Taking the time to welcome them shows professionalism, boosts employee engagement , and helps retain your new hire for the long haul.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

On March 13, 2024, Indiana enacted Senate Bill No. 9, which establishes that the Office of the Indiana Attorney General must receive prior written notice of certain transactions involving Indiana healthcare entities. This new law goes into effect July 1, 2024, and has a more expansive reach than many of its peer transaction notice laws. […] The post Indiana Enacts New Law Requiring Notice of Healthcare Transactions appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Florida Workers' Comp

MAY 1, 2024

Dope is not a new topic. In Florida, we await November to see if the people will constitutionally de-criminalize dope. The vehicle for this effort is Amendment 3, and it was cleared for the November ballot by the Florida Supreme Court, according to the USA Today network. They refer to this as "recreational weed." Of course, there is no medical purpose to weed, so "recreational" is all it could be.

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HR Digest

MAY 1, 2024

You don’t have to be an expert recruiter to know that employment benefits are what drive hiring cycles in any organization. Good pay and a decent leave policy are of course the bare minimum that is expected of any business, but now more than ever, candidates take workplace benefits into account while considering an offer from a prospective employer.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

MAY 1, 2024

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WEX Inc.

MAY 1, 2024

WEX, the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, today announced it acquired Sawatch Labs , a Colorado-based startup founded in 2017 focused on developing fleet electrification analytics software. Sawatch Labs uses mile-by-mile predictive analytics to determine electric vehicle (EV) suitability, cost modeling, infrastructure planning, vehicle management, and emissions reporting to help customers track and meet their goals for sustainability and profitability.

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

As of 6 April, draft regulations extend further the current right of employees on maternity, adoption and shared parental leave who are at risk of redundancy, to be offered suitable available employment in preference to other employees who are also at risk, but not on such leave. The protection will apply to pregnant employees from the moment they notify their employer of their pregnancy.

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Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

The British Council for Offices Awards for London have gone to seven office buildings across the city. Held at the Park Plaza hotel, the BCO’s annual London Awards Lunch recognised projects that demonstrate best practice in office design, fit-out, operation and sustainability, setting the standard for excellence across the sector. The BCO claims that the winners of this year’s competition in London stand out for their user-centric design credentials, as well as their creative implementation of w

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

Fitness benefits include discounted or subsidised membership to gyms, health clubs and studios partnerships, providing an annual employee fitness and wellbeing budget and on-site exercise classes. Employers should provide equal access to benefits for all employees, regardless of their work locations. By listening to employees and providing options based on needs and budgets, employers can avoid appearing paternalistic.

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Business Management Daily

MAY 1, 2024

Keeping job descriptions up-to-date is a key task that supports your company’s recruiting efforts, performance management , and legal compliance. While there is no technical requirement that employers have or provide job descriptions under federal or most state laws, not having up-to-date job descriptions is asking for trouble. Updating job descriptions is a common step when recruiting new hires, but many HR professionals or small business leaders overlook the need to update job descriptions reg

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

Credit: GettyImages-512573587 Herbert Smith Freehills supports its employees’ physical and mental health through a wellbeing fund, which is part of its benefits programme. Operating from 24 offices across the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and North America regions, the law firm employs 4,000 lawyers and has a total workforce of nearly 5,000 employees.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

Disseminating information about a building to the people who occupy it has come a long way from a basic, intranet desktop interface with warnings about wet floors or notices about charity fundraising. These days apps promise a much more sophisticated workplace experience, which can be accessed in the palm of your hand. Gartner has a useful definition of workplace apps’ capabilities, stating, “They are used to explore and reserve workspaces, navigate the workplace, find colleagues, plan the best

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

With a diverse workforce that spans various ages, backgrounds and lifestyles, tailoring house Huntsman demonstrates its care for its employees’ health and wellbeing through its fitness benefits. The organisation has 60 employees across its Savile Row, London and New York locations. Its client managers and tailors spend a lot of time on their feet and working onsite, while its office staff are more desk-based and often work remotely.

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PeopleKeep

MAY 1, 2024

Many companies often turn to professional employer organizations (PEOs) to handle various HR functions , such as employee benefits and insurance. This allows small organizations to focus on their core business operations while outsourcing certain administrative tasks to experts in the field. However, the relationship between PEOs and insurance can sometimes be confusing for those unfamiliar with the concept.

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

Energy supplier Centrica and restaurant chain Prezzo have been shortlisted for Best flexible benefits plan at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024. This category was created to recognise a successful strategy that has effectively delivered a flexible benefits plan. This can include plans that operate within a set enrolment period, as well as any-time enrolment.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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