Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 14, 2024
Evidence-based, holistic approaches can improve employee well-being in the long term, improve productivity, and serve as a competitive edge in recruiting and retaining talent.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
AUGUST 14, 2024
Employee benefit plan sponsors and administrators may feel the effects of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the so-called Chevron doctrine for many years to come, predicts Katherine Hesse, CEBS, an Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) attorney. Hesse, who is […] The post The Supreme Court and the Chevron Doctrine: Key Takeaways for Employee Benefit Plans appeared first on Word on Benefits.
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Workplace Insight
AUGUST 14, 2024
A new poll from TalkTalk Business claims to identify the significant impact technology failures have on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. According to the survey , nearly one-quarter (23 percent) of these businesses have experienced system glitches within the past year. These technical issues are proving costly for many SMEs, with 17 percent reporting that such problems have cost their business between £500 and £999 over the last 12 months.
Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 14, 2024
The next few weeks will be critical as the COLA is determined on the average inflation rate in the third quarter — July, August and September — versus the average third-quarter inflation a year ago.
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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
AUGUST 14, 2024
A new report published by consulting firm Searce claims that organisations across the UK and US are making significant investments in artificial intelligence this year with nearly one in 10 decision-makers in both the UK (8 percent) and US (7 percent) planning to spend over $25 million. The 2024 State of AI report [registration] is based on a poll of 300 C-Suite and senior technology executives – including Chief AI Officers, Chief Data & Analytics Officers, Chief Transformation Officers, and
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Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 14, 2024
Unlike human beings, virtual assistants can provide personalized and accessible support for everyone everywhere
Patriot Software
AUGUST 14, 2024
HR compliance can be a nightmare for overwhelmed small business owners. You need buttoned-up HR processes to avoid compliance-related penalties and lawsuits. This takes time—a commodity most business owners don’t have. Is it possible to streamline your HR processes to stay compliant with federal, state, and local regulations? Yes.
Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 14, 2024
Perceptyx found that 60% of middle managers want ongoing coaching to improve their skills.
Hppy
AUGUST 14, 2024
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies increasingly recognize that employee engagement is critical in driving productivity and overall success. Engaged employees are more motivated and productive and contribute to a positive workplace culture, reducing turnover and fostering innovation. However, more than traditional engagement methods may be required in a rapidly evolving workforce landscape.
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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
AUGUST 14, 2024
The benefits on offer at Vagabond Wines: Pension A master trust pensions scheme with Cushon. Employer contribution is 3%, employees can contribute as much as they like. Group risk Critical illness insurance, employer paid, for all employees. Healthcare and wellbeing A health cash plan with Medicash, employer paid, for all employees once they have passed their probation.
Employee Benefit News
AUGUST 14, 2024
Erin DeCesare gets her team's emotions out on the table, leading to better business results.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 14, 2024
More than 30 security guards at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust have accepted a pay increase worth £3,000, ending their long-running dispute over wages. As a result of the pay offer, the workers, who are members of trade union Unite, will see their annual wages increase by £3,000 over the next two and a half years. They will move from the third pay banding to the fourth.
WEX Inc.
AUGUST 14, 2024
As we near open enrollment , many employers are considering whether or not they should change benefits administration providers. From evaluating new vendors to ensuring a smooth transition for employees, Lisa Bauer, director of implementation here at WEX, joined our Benefits Buzz podcast to discuss practical tips and expert insights to help make the changeover as seamless as possible.
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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
AUGUST 14, 2024
The Buckland Review of Autism Employment, published in February 2024, identified that autistic jobseekers often struggled due to generic job descriptions which they could not satisfy, interview questions and approaches which were not adapted to fit their needs and challenging sensory environments. What is clear, is that there is a significant group of people who have a different way of approaching work and face challenges due to their neurodiversity, with many of those excluded from the workplac
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 14, 2024
Hybrid workers are the group most likely to say that work has a negative toll on their mental health, according to a new survey from Pluxee UK. Two-fifths (42 percent) of hybrid workers reported that work negatively affects their mental wellbeing, compared to 32 percent of fully remote and 30 percent of fully office-based employees. The report claims thatits findings highlight that while hybrid working offers flexibility, it requires thoughtful support to ensure employee wellbeing and work-life
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 14, 2024
Credit: Richard Oldroyd / Shutterstock.com More than 1,500 Job Centre security guards based in locations across England are taking part in a week-long strike in a pay dispute. The workers are employed by G4S, on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and are members of union GMB. The strike began earlier this week and will continue until 18 August.
Bayzat
AUGUST 14, 2024
When was the last time your organization really learned something new? In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, a stagnant approach can lead to irrelevance. Many organizations face this challenge, finding their teams stuck in comfortable routines and relying on outdated methods, which can diminish their ability to innovate and stay competitive.
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
Workplace Insight
AUGUST 14, 2024
The traditional post-work drink may be falling from favour as a shift in attitudes and working culture means people increasingly prefer daytime social gatherings, a new poll claims. Employers are being encouraged to move away from pub outings as a means of socialising, instead fostering “inclusive and healthy workplace cultures” that cater to employees who don’t drink alcohol or work remotely.
Empuls
AUGUST 14, 2024
Xoxoday recently hosted a flagship customer event, "Convergence" for HR professionals from diverse industries at the Hilton in Bangalore. Unlike traditional networking methods like roundtables and panel discussions, the event offered a relaxed setting for our clients. The event was our way of expressing gratitude to our customers for their support and contributions.
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 14, 2024
The amount of time women spend out of paid work because of caring responsibilities has been found to be one of the most significant contributing factors to the gender pensions gap, according to analysis by the Trades Union Congress (TUC). The analysis has been published today to coincide with the trade union body’s Gender Pensions Gap Day, which is when the average retired woman effectively stops receiving their pension while men continue to benefit.
BetterUp
AUGUST 14, 2024
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Empuls
AUGUST 14, 2024
A 2023 survey by Great Place to Work revealed that employees who feel recognized are 2.2 times more likely to go above and beyond their regular duties. A genuine 'thank you' from management can boost extra effort by 69%. That is why companies like Ally Financial and Hilton have placed programs with initiatives featuring awards to place them at a pinnacle in their respective industries.
Hppy
AUGUST 14, 2024
In the rapidly evolving business landscape, data-driven decision-making has become a cornerstone of organizational success. Companies are increasingly turning to HR automation software to leverage their human resources data effectively. This comprehensive guide will delve into how HR automation software can enhance data-driven decision-making, the benefits it offers, and best practices for maximizing its potential.
Achievers
AUGUST 14, 2024
If you want to transform your workplace culture and boost employee engagement, understanding social recognition software platforms is a great place to start. Social recognition is all about acknowledging and rewarding employees for their contributions in real-time — without the need for points-based rewards — which helps build a culture of appreciation and inclusivity.
Hppy
AUGUST 14, 2024
You can’t succeed in business if you don’t understand who your employees are and what they want. Without getting proper employee insights, you can’t handle talent management, design HR strategies, and enjoy business growth. Many employee insight platforms can help in this regard because they offer powerful tools to gain actionable intelligence that enhances employee satisfaction and drives innovation.
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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