Business Management Daily
JULY 19, 2024
Contrary to popular belief, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not contain a list of ‘protected disabilities.’ Instead, it provides an intentionally vague definition of a disability to cover as many debilitating conditions as possible and to keep up with changing circumstances. A perfect example is the increased prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Workplace Insight
JULY 19, 2024
In a world in which people have more choice about how and where to work, how can organisations meet their diverse and ever-changing needs? And how can they attract them to the office without issuing controversial mandates? Some of the UK’s most high-profile workplace, design, property and facilities management experts met recently at the London showroom of MillerKnoll to discuss one of the most vexed questions of recent years.
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Vantage Circle
JULY 19, 2024
Discipline forms the backbone of a productive and thriving workplace. However, the real problem arises when employees disregard company rules and act on their own. This creates a crisis and addressing it becomes crucial for the organization. The central challenge lies in striking a delicate balance between correction and motivation. Navigating these complexities of employee discipline for HR professionals proves to be a formidable task.
Employee Benefit News
JULY 19, 2024
Attracting talent and keeping current workers happy are imperatives for all employers.
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.
3Sixty Insights
JULY 19, 2024
Comp and Benefits Today brings together the best content for compensation and benefits professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Employee Benefit News
JULY 19, 2024
Letting employees know it's okay to slow down and focus on wellness has helped the company retain talent and grow their brand.
HR Digest
JULY 19, 2024
A union vote among Amazon workers in Coventry ended in a loss for GMB and those in support of unionizing. The vote came quite close to making GMB the first union at Amazon’s facilities in the UK, however, 50.5 percent of the employees voted against it. With 49.5 percent in favor of GMB, the union lost by only 28 votes, stating that they fell ”agonizingly short” of securing a win.
Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
Has diversity , equity and inclusion (DE&I) become too ‘woke’? Earlier this week, this was the claim of some commentators after technology giant Microsoft was reported to have laid off some of its DE&I team. In a leaked email seen by Business Insider , an internal DE&I team leader reportedly wrote that the team was eliminated due to changing business needs as it was no longer deemed to be business critical.
HR Digest
JULY 19, 2024
The latest updates by the Social Security Administration state that they are focused on making their online services safer, and anyone with a “ my Social Security ” account created before September 18, 2021, will be affected by the move. According to the new Social Security rules, all the affected users will have to transition to using a Login.gov or ID.me account in order to access any information concerning their SS records.
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Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
Employee Benefits’ webinar, Future proofing employees’ financial wellbeing , is now available to watch for free on demand. The webinar, sponsored by Aviva, was broadcast live at 11am on Tuesday 16 July. Debbie Lovewell-Tuck, editor of Employee Benefits, was joined by three expert panellists for the in-depth conversation : Laura Stewart-Smith, head of client engagement, workplace at Aviva, Natalie Jutla, employee benefits and employee financial wellbeing lead at Defra – Department for Environment
Sodexo Engage
JULY 19, 2024
SIG UK Case Study corin.chapman Fri, 07/19/2024 - 10:12 SIG UK: Giving their people more. Increasing employee engagement and financial wellbeing with the benefits that matter most. I’m thrilled to bits with the benefits package offered by SIG UK. I’ve not felt this valued by a company in a long time. SIG UK understands that it's within its power to give its employees more - more savings, more support, and more of what brings them joy.
Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 12 – 18 July 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: BT Group to roll out new family leave policy King’s Speech introduces mandatory ethnicity and disability pay reporting Emma Reynolds named pensions minister King’s Speech introduces Employment Rights Bill Utility Warehouse introduces personalised financial education for employees Gusto Group to become 100% employee owned 49% of UK organisations’ 2024 salary budgets were lower than the previous year XPO
Sodexo Engage
JULY 19, 2024
SIG UK Case Study corin.chapman Fri, 07/19/2024 - 10:12 SIG UK: Giving their people more. Increasing employee engagement and financial wellbeing with the benefits that matter most. I’m thrilled to bits with the benefits package offered by SIG UK. I’ve not felt this valued by a company in a long time. SIG UK understands that it's within its power to give its employees more - more savings, more support, and more of what brings them joy.
Advertiser: Paycor
The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.
Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
Something for the weekend: Glasgow hotel AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow is searching for a breakfast comedian to entertain guests throughout the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August. After the hotel began to experience a spike in demand as accommodation prices in Edinburgh have shot up, and due to its proximity to Queen Street station which offers regular direct trains to Edinburgh, it decided to launch this egg-citing opportunity.
Workers' Compensation
JULY 19, 2024
According to an interim investigation report by Senator Bernie Sanders and the Senate HELP Committee into Amazon's warehouse safety practices, warehouse workers continue to suffer excessive occupational injuries. The report focuses on peak seasons like Prime Day and the holiday season. Internal Amazon data reveals significantly higher injury rates during these peak periods: During Prime Day 2019, the recordable injury rate was over 10 injuries per 100 workers, more than double the industry avera
Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
Telecommunications business Vodafone UK, law firm Linklaters and HSBC are among the employers that have made the top 10 of Stonewall’s 2024 Workplace Equality Ranking. The LGBT+ rights charity compiles the list from the highest-scoring Workplace Equality Index submissions, based on anonymous employee surveys. It assesses the progress and achievements that organisations have made on workplace equality and building an inclusive environment for all staff in their UK operations.
cipHR
JULY 19, 2024
When trying to secure investment for strategic business HR software , getting the CTO’s buy-in is one of your most critical tasks. They have enormous decision-making sway here because the costs of getting new technology wrong can be astronomical.
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Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.
Employee Benefits
JULY 19, 2024
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is clamping down on employers that may have wrongly used a government benefit to reduce childcare costs for staff. Using salary sacrifice via a government childcare support scheme, employees’ nursery fees are deducted from their salary, meaning staff pay lower tax and national insurance contributions on the reduced salary.
Workplace Insight
JULY 19, 2024
There’s a dog-eared, yellowing paperback on my bookshelf called Understanding Offices. Written by Joanna Eley and Alexi Marmot, it dates from 1995. It is a handbook for everybody who once needed to know how to develop a workplace strategy during the infant phase of a digital and cultural revolution. I used to refer to it all the time, but now it serves mainly as a reminder of how much has changed over the past thirty years, and also how little.
COMPackage
JULY 19, 2024
For small businesses, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for success. However, competing with larger companies in terms of salary can be challenging. Total Compensation Statements (TCSs) emerge as a powerful tool for small businesses to showcase the complete value proposition they offer. By implementing TCSs effectively, even small businesses can compete on a level playing field and foster a culture of engagement and motivation among their workforce.
Workplace Insight
JULY 19, 2024
Nuffield Health’s 2024 ‘ Healthier Nation Index ’ – a survey of 8,000 UK adults has highlighted how the young workforce is more social media obsessed than ever before. The study claims that social media use has increased for Gen-Z, with 16-24-year-olds spending over two hours a day doomscrolling on social media apps like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook per day (129 minutes), which is a seven percent increase and nearly ten minutes more a day than they were last year (119 minutes).
Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton
Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.
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