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4 Compliance Strategies that Create Labor Efficiencies

HR Bartender

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes. (Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at ADP , a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management solutions. Industry analyst firm Nelson Hall recently identified ADP as a leader in both the small and medium business as well as mid to large market segments. Congrats to them!

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8 good reasons for employee on-sites in the remote work era

Insperity

The conversation has shifted for organizations with a remote or hybrid workforce. Instead of planning off-site work events to break routine with office life, companies are now planning on-site meetings so their employees can interact face-to-face and get a break from working virtually. Today, we’re sharing some intentional reasons you may want to bring your team on-site, along with a few tips for making it worthwhile for your organization and employees. 8 Good reasons to host employee on-sites.

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UK ranks 11th for work-life balance

Employee Benefits

The UK has been ranked 11th out of 37 countries for its work-life balance – with the Netherlands in the number one spot. Comparison website Small Business Prices analysed a number of factors around the world including average hourly wage; average hours worked per week; minimum annual leave days per year; and happiness scores from World Population Review.

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DEI & Financial Wellness: Bridging the retirement race gap

Best Money Moves

DEI & Financial Wellness: Bridging the retirement race gap. Learn how the retirement race gap affects your workforce, and how your company can prevent retirement insecurity by addressing it head-on. According to a report by Morgan Stanley , white retirees have seven times the retirement savings of Black retirees, and five times the retirement savings of Latinx retirees, at work.

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

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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A Guide to Creating Unique Employee Benefits

Benefit Resource Inc.

Unique Employee Benefits May Be the Key To Employee Happiness and Retention. If you’re looking to stand out in today’s competitive job market, then it is imperative that your benefits package be attractive. The good news? There are many ways for an employer with little or no experience to do this! Employers need to take a different approach and look at their employees’ wants, not just what is happening now.

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EXCLUSIVE: 80% rise in worker Covid death pay outs

Employee Benefits

The amount of money paid to dependents of employees who died with Covid-19 (Coronavirus) soared in 2021, research has revealed. Data collected by reinsurer Gen Re showed an 80% increase last year in the value of group life assurance pay-outs involving Covid-19 on a death certificate or claim form. The figures, sourced from providers on behalf of industry body Group Risk Development (Grid), highlighted that more than £168 million was awarded last year, up from £93 million in 2020.

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Tax Filing: Paper or Ether?

Money Talk

True confession time! I am one of the 10 million or so tax filers that the IRS probably hates. Why? I continue to file my taxes on paper. It’s not that I haven’t tried to use fillable forms. I have. But the process is cumbersome and it is so much easier for me- as an admitted frugal tax geek- to fill out paper forms, double check my math, and priority mail my tax return.

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Perk Stipends vs Salary Increases | PeopleKeep

PeopleKeep

When it comes to supporting and retaining your employees, raises are a common way to acknowledge their hard work. But research shows there are better ways to reward your entire team. Employees increasingly desire added benefits and perks over yearly wage increases. Offering stipends to your employees is a great way to show that you care about them without having to increase their salaries.

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The DOL makes 401(K) cybersecurity recommendations

Business Management Daily

Last year, the Department of Labor released a trio of documents advising employers with 401(k) plans about cybersecurity. The DOL is backing up the advice in those documents during plan audits by scrutinizing employers’ and third parties’ cybersecurity efforts. Perhaps the DOL should secure its own computer systems first. A newly released report by the DOL Inspector General concludes the agency’s cybersecurity efforts have improved, but not enough.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Cushon appoints chief people officer

Employee Benefits

Rapidly growing finance technology provider Cushon has appointed experienced HR practitioner Jo Bean as chief people officer. The Dorset-based firm, which recently completed four acquisitions in 12 months, said Bean would focus on embedding values across the expanding business. She will also promote diversity and inclusion activity at Cushon as well as ensuring staff have the tools they need to develop and be successful.

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Open Mindedness & Inclusivity are Essential to a Good Culture - In Conversation with TN Hari

Darwinbox

A company's culture is often said to be the cornerstone of its success. But what defines a good culture? What are some of the non-negotiables to building a culture that feels engaging and rewarding to employees? Can culture contribute to attract good talent? How difficult or easy is it to build and sustain great company culture in the virtual world or with hybrid work?

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Diversity and inclusivity trends to look out for in 2022

Pacific Prime

Diversity and inclusivity in the workplace is not just the socially responsible goal (you know, as it gives minority groups opportunities to shine and brings us a step closer to a fair world) to strive towards, but did you know that there can also be tangible benefits to your organization? It’s no surprise that more. The post Diversity and inclusivity trends to look out for in 2022 appeared first on Pacific Prime's Blog.

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Four Discrimination Questions Employers Have About COVID-19

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

As the world enters the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have gained a greater understanding about the virus’ relationship with US anti-discrimination laws. With the inevitable rise of future variants and long-haul COVID-19 cases, however, businesses are still navigating murky waters. In this Law360 article, McDermott Partner Lindsay Ditlow offers perspective about worker […].

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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More Stagecoach West drivers vote to strike over pay

Employee Benefits

More than 80 bus drivers employed by Stagecoach West in Swindon have voted for strike action in a dispute over pay. In a ballot, 98% of members of the Unite union at the depot came out in favour of industrial action. The drivers are asking for a pay rise to help with the rising cost of living , with the trade union claiming they have been offered a one-off £400 cash payment that would represent a drop in real income due to inflation.

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What HR Needs to Do After Open Enrollment Ends | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Open enrollment is a critical time of the year for organizations and HR leaders. There are countless resources and benefit options to consider and formulating a strategy to involve and inform your employees is a tall task. That said, effectively maneuvering through the initial enrollment process is only the beginning. After all, successful benefits administration should be a year-round effort.

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The Top10 Employee Retention Strategies for 2022

Darwinbox

For years, employee retention has been a major concern for businesses. There is no one-size-fits-all formula for ensuring that your staff stays with your company indefinitely. Employees may leave their current job due to monotony, a lack of career advancement, new job prospects, better compensation, unhealthy work culture, and various other factors.

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Saga and Legal Challenges Continue Despite Vaccine Requirement for Healthcare Workers

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The US Supreme Court’s January ruling allowing the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to enforce its COVID-19 mandate is likely to continue to face challenges. Nevertheless, in this article published by the Health Care Compliance Association, McDermott Partner Sandra DiVarco said that the Supreme Court’s decision wasn’t a surprise.

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Where You Can and Absolutely Cannot Cut Costs Corners in Benefits Administration

Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.

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Virgin Management and Virgin Red launch fertility help

Employee Benefits

Virgin Management has introduced comprehensive fertility support for hundreds of employees across the UK and Ireland – with sister company Virgin Red set to follow suit. The two arms of venture capital giant Virgin Group will both offer discounted fertility treatment among a range of related benefits. The business units partnered with benefits provider Fertifa in recognition of the physical, emotional and financial impact that fertility challenges can have on workers – and the knock-

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BerniePortal February Product Updates

BerniePortal

At BerniePortal, we are constantly improving our software to fit your HR needs. To keep you in the know, we dish up the latest Bernie Scoop each month — no matter how big or small the update. Here are the 3 BerniePortal product updates released this month that will help streamline your organization’s HR functions.

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Implement Heart Health Programs To Support Whole Person Well-Being

Wellable

Researchers have greatly expanded their knowledge of the causes and effects of heart health over the past few years, clarifying the benefits of exercise and revealing connections with other dimensions of wellness. To optimize the impact of wellness programs on heart health, it is important to explore the latest in heart health research.

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What is a supplemental health benefit?

PeopleKeep

Medical costs have risen dramatically in the U.S. over the past several decades. According to a recent study , the average American pays roughly $1,650 in out-of-pocket healthcare costs. Many employees are discovering their employer-sponsored health insurance plan just isn’t enough on its own, forcing employers to look at the gaps in their health benefit.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

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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What are the Challenges Faced by Human Resource Management

HR Lineup

HR Professionals have many tasks in organizations, including work planning, recruitment, training and development , performance management , compensation and benefits allocation, etc. However, managing these tasks is not easy, and HR professionals must strive to ensure organizations achieve their objectives. This also means that employees must be comfortable and have access to the right tools that contribute to maximum productivity.

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Amazon Care Plans to Expand Into 20 More Cities in 2022 | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

Amazon Care entered the healthcare market in 2019 to service Amazon’s own Seattle-based employees’ healthcare needs. From there, they expanded their service to all Amazon employees and began seeking clients outside of the company. Now, Amazon has set its sights on providing services to clients in 20 different states. Continue reading to learn more about what this expansion entails and how it could affect the future of healthcare.

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Pulse Check: Unlimited PTO Least Preferred Flexible Work Arrangement

Wellable

Already growing in popularity, the pandemic rapidly accelerated the demand for flexible work arrangements. One survey of 1,500 hiring managers found 62% of companies plan to continue offering remote work opportunities because of their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Is addiction a disability under the ADA?

Business Management Daily

Your employee, Joe, has always been a great worker. He shows up on time, does his job well, and is generally liked by coworkers and customers. However, lately Joe’s performance has been declining. Joe’s been coming in late in an unkempt state and you’ve heard rumors from other employees that he’s been out late drinking. Your star employee is becoming unreliable, less thorough, and a customer complained that they could smell alcohol on his breath.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

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.