PayrollOrg
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
PayrollOrg is excited to announce the launch of The Global Forum, the newest addition to The Payroll Community. Learn how to use the forum to network with your global payroll peers, ask questions, and stay on the forefront of industry trends.
WEX Inc.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Today on World EV Day, WEX announces the addition of two leading electric vehicle (EV) charging brands – AmpUp and Blink Charging – to its en route charging network in the U.S. This expands WEX’s EV charging network to approximately 130,000 public chargers nationwide. “For the estimated 19.4 million commercial vehicles that WEX services worldwide, we continue to integrate EV functionality and ease into existing offerings – empowering organizations to manage EVs alongside traditional internal com
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Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
A new report claims that data centres will generate around 2.5 billion tonnes of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions worldwide by the end of the decade. This figure is three times higher than it would have been had the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) not occurred. The report, published by Morgan Stanley titled Global Data Centers: Sizing & Solving for CO2, suggests that the combined emissions from the construction of new facilities and their energy consumption will amount to
Employee Benefit News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Devoting time and energy to making a social impact can be a highly rewarding experience whose mission, vision and purpose is greater than the individuals leading the teams.
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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
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
I was chatting to somebody last week about the person in the US who died at their desk, unnoticed for over four days. The instinctive and understandable response was to ask if the story is apocryphal. Sadly, not. Sixty-year-old Denise Prudhomme had clocked into work at the Arizona office of Wells Fargo at 7 am on Friday, August the 16th. Her death some time that day went unnoticed until the following Tuesday afternoon, when a colleague discovered her body slumped over her desk in a cubicle.
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Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The working environment profoundly affects how we feel at work. But can the right office furniture and layout also boost creativity, efficiency and collaboration? AJ Products , a leading furniture solutions provider and workplace wellbeing specialist, decided to find out. They collaborated with University Academy 92, a higher education institution co-founded by the Class of ’92 and Lancaster University, to test their Active Office concept.
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Reviewed by : Saurabh Deshpande - People Culture Expert Without accountability, there is no trust, and without trust, there is no leadership. – Dave Ramsey CEO - Ramsey Solutions, Finance Expert, NY Times Bestselling Author Effective leaders are those who not only hold themselves accountable but also ensure that accountability permeates throughout their organization.
InterWest Insurance Services
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued new guidance for preventing harassment on construction industry worksites. The guidance, while not binding, can be used as a template for construction firms to implement anti-harassment policies. According to the EEOC, the industry has an especially high incidence of harassment complaints, and “some of the most egregious incidents of harassment investigated by the EEOC have arisen in the construction industry.” The nature of the
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Almost two-thirds (62%) of employees who plan to get an electric vehicle (EV) as their next car said a key incentive is the benefits available through a salary sacrifice scheme, according to new research by Tusker. The salary sacrifice car provider surveyed 5,942 UK employees for its Tusker EV driver survey 2024. It found that among drivers who already have an EV through a Tusker salary sacrifice scheme , 31% said they chose one due to the tax and national insurance savings available through sal
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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.
InterWest Insurance Services
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
As they wrestle with providing attractive but affordable health care benefits for employees, employers are trying a variety of strategies. A recent report from insurance brokerage Gallagher shows businesses are balancing workers’ physical and emotional health against ever-rising costs. There are many cost drivers in health care and insurers and employers are in a fine balancing act of trying to keep a lid on costs and also keeping their employees happy.
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
To support a diverse workforce during the festive season, employers should foster an accepting environment that includes everyone. Providing choice regarding annual leave is key to ensuring all employees’ beliefs and cultural holidays are recognised. Gifts should not be restrictive towards any lifestyles or abilities. December can be a highly anticipated time for many employees; bringing the year to a close, celebrating achievements and having a break from work.
WEX Inc.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Traditional supplier onboarding can be slow, often involving manual paperwork and lengthy approval times. In fact, for some organizations the supplier enablement process – equipping suppliers with tools and support to effectively conduct business with an organization – can last up to six months. This can hinder collaboration and lead to friction in the supply chain.
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Interactive entertainment organisation King ensures it is inclusive in the way it celebrates Christmas by recognising that not everyone may celebrate the holiday in the same way, or at all. Part of Activision Blizzard, which forms part of the wider Microsoft family, it has 2,000 employees across the UK, the US, Sweden, Spain and Germany. With a diverse workforce, King takes a thoughtful approach to inclusivity , focusing on creating a festive atmosphere that is welcoming and respectful not only
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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.
InterWest Insurance Services
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Congratulations to the Employee Benefits team at InterWest Insurance Services on their recognition as one of the Top-Rated Employee Benefits Consultants by Mployer Advisor, September 2024.
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Bank of London and the Middle East has launched an enhanced and flexible maternity leave benefit to provide new mothers with different options to suit their personal preferences. As part of its recognition that not all women want the same provision, the bank’s policy outlines four different possible options for staff to choose from to allow maximum flexibility and support.
InterWest Insurance Services
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The point comes in every insurance agency principal’s career that they start thinking about retiring or transitioning into a different line of work they always have dreamed of. Or perhaps life complications arise, such as divorce, serious illness or the death of an agency partner that spurs the agency owner to hang it up. Whatever is on the horizon, it’s important that you engage in some succession planning long before you are even considering moving on, so that when the time comes you’ll be one
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Around 200 workers employed by ABM Aviation at Stansted Airport have accepted a pay rise of 12.4%. The staff, who provide special assistance for the airport’s most vulnerable passengers, are members of trade union Unite. As part of the pay deal, they will also receive sick pay for the first time and an increase in overtime rates of 49.4%. The workers voted in favour of strike action earlier this year as they were unhappy with their rates.
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
Higginbotham
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
How many of your employees are struggling with the cost of higher education? As tuition costs soar, many employees cannot afford the education they need to advance in their careers. By providing employee tuition reimbursement, employers can help alleviate stress while boosting employee satisfaction and loyalty. Tuition Costs Are Increasing Much Faster Than Wages The National Center for Education Statistics says that 40 percent of full-time undergraduate students and 74 percent of part-time under
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Take part in our latest readers’ poll on a current topical issue. Last week, Employee Benefits reported that London office provider Argyll launched comprehensive cancer support for its 200 members of staff as a new employee benefit. The support will be through a partnership with specialist cancer support services provider Reframe Cancer. Argyll’s employees will be able to access a variety of services that meet the individual needs of them and their loved ones.
Workplace Insight
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
New York accounted for a third of all leasing activity globally in the legal sector in the first half of 2024, says Savills , equating to over 1.4 million sq ft of space, out of a total of 4.3 million sq ft across the world’s 15 largest legal markets, reflecting its position as the world’s principal legal hub. Together, US cities accounted for 69 percent of overall H1 law firm office leasing activity in the world’s largest legal markets, reflecting the dominance of American firms in the sector o
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly has appointed Amy Ward as chief people officer to its senior leadership team as of this month. In the role, Ward will help to enhance Baker Tilly’s culture, ensuring it continues to attract and retain top talent while fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. She will also be involved with its commitment to operational excellence and a purpose-driven culture as part of its growth trajectory.
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HR Digest
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
After a brief but tense standoff between the union and organization, Boeing has struck a tentative 4-year labor deal with its workers, putting off any imminent strikes and protests. The Boeing union strike was only narrowly avoided as it was scheduled to begin on September 12, when the existing contact between the two parties was set to expire. Now, union members will have to vote on the tentative deal on September 12 to show either support or dissatisfaction with the terms of the agreement.
BetterUp
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
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Business Management Daily
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
New managers, brimming with enthusiasm, step into their roles, eager to prove their value. They desire their superiors to acknowledge the wisdom behind their appointment to this leadership position. Simultaneously, they strive to earn the respect of their team members and cultivate a collaborative environment that functions seamlessly. However, new leaders soon realize that mastering all their leadership skills at once is impractical.
The Workcomp Writer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
In a decision that underscores the complexities of causation in occupational disease cases, the Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia affirmed an award of fatal dependents’ benefits where a compensable occupational disease was not the primary cause of death [PPG Industries, Inc. v. Wells, 2024 W. Va. App. LEXIS 255 (Sept. 4, 2024)]. The court held the state’s Workers’ Compensation Board of Review was not clearly wrong in finding that an underlying factor in the worker’s death from COVID
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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