 Data indicates that young workers are thinking about retirement even if they’re not sure how to plan for it. This creates an opportunity for savvy employers to offer retirement planning education as part of their benefits package to enhance their reputation as an “employer of choice". Read More  Research suggests that providing a retirement benefit adds to a company’s competitive marketability, giving the employer a distinct edge in the race to recruit and retain top talent. This advantage will become increasingly valuable as more Baby Boomers retire, and fewer younger workers are available to fill their positions. Read More  Build your ACA knowledge to help you offer the most cost-effective healthcare options for your business and its employees. Read More  How well you keep up with changes to the ACA law can affect how much you may have to pay in ACA tax penalties. Read More  According to the Employer Shared Responsibility provision of the ACA, any employee credited with service equal to at least 30 hours per week or 130 hours per month must be offered employer-sponsored health coverage that meets certain requirements or the employer may face a penalty. Read More  Using the actual premium paid information in the ADP Research Institute study, employers can find a potential health benefits cost benchmark that can help them balance plan expense and “richness” of coverage to provide maximum value for employer and employee alike. Read More  There is still confusion in the HR industry around employee satisfaction and employee engagement. Too many organizations still view these valuable, yet distinct measurements as one and the same thing. As a result, they may be missing opportunities to foster the kind of workforce engagement that helps drive innovation. Read More  There appears to be a lack of alignment between midsized business leaders’ perceptions and experience with regard to compliance. While most leaders express confidence in their organization’s compliance with tax laws and other regulations, more than half rank government regulations as a top business concern. Read More  While the vast majority of midsized business leaders surveyed are pessimistic about near-term economic improvement, nearly half intend to increase headcount in the next year, suggesting that they see strategic value in talent management even during challenging economic times. Read More  With many employers using manual methods to administer and mitigate employee FMLA leave and absence, Total Absence Management (TAM) remains an untapped opportunity to boost competitiveness. Read More  As compliance issues created by the Family Medical and Leave Act (FMLA) continue to present challenges for employers, Total Absence Management (TAM) offers a systematic, automated way to manage employee leave. Read More  While many employers talk about finding passive candidates, talent communities are providing a low-cost and highly efficient way to build those relationships by connecting with them through social networking. Read More  Now that Health Care Reform is settled law, it is also your most prominent HR compliance challenge. Did you know that many employers are unprepared and unsure of their ACA responsibilities? Read More  As healthcare costs continue to skyrocket, wellness programs are gaining traction as employers' "next best hope" for improving employee health and reducing benefit-related expenses. Read More  HR managers at midsized and large companies are considering costs, compliance requirements, and the need for integration across benefits areas when making decisions about whether to insource or outsource. Read More  Use technology and process to integrate HR strategy, including benefits administration, with HR operations to drive strategic business goals for measurable results. Read More  Find out how you can manage potential issues to control healthcare costs and ensure compliance with state and federal mandates. Read More  According to a recent survey, the vast majority of HR managers believe that outsourcing at least some benefits administration functions adds real value. Read More  According to a recent survey, professionals involved in human resource management at small and midsized companies see big cost and compliance challenges ahead. Read More  Employers that handle payroll tax reporting and depositing on their own are finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with all the different e-filing and e-payment mandates in order to stay in compliance. Read More  Faced with low employee engagement and a shortage of candidates to fill critical jobs, consider rewarding top employees with in-demand skills through a Pay for Talent compensation program. Read More  You’ll want to learn about the seeming disconnect between how organizations view their overall talent management maturity and how they rate their supporting strategies and performance metrics. Read More  Staying connected with an increasingly mobile and distributed workforce to maximize their productivity and satisfaction is a key challenge. Mobile HR solutions, delivered by smartphones and tablets, are helping to meet this challenge. Read More  Compliant, complete, and accurate pre-employment screening is a critical part of the hiring process. Senior HR managers have to decide whether to do it in-house or to outsource it. Read More  Employers that have enhanced their benefits communications see improvements in worker satisfaction and productivity by utilizing Web portals and mobile HR applications. Read More  A rapid shift to an increasingly mobile and distributed workforce who use smartphones and tablets – and want immediate access to data – is driving this strategic effort. Read More  New federal enforcement policies are placing the burden on employers to fix violations before federal inspectors arrive. Areas for federal inspection include employment verification rules and workplace discrimination. Read More  Companies that use mobile HR solutions are seeing real business benefits including improved real-time decision-making, productivity, and worker satisfaction. Read More  Pay for Talent can help your organization use compensation as a key lever across all talent management processes, including talent assessment, performance management, and succession planning. Read More  Pre-employment screening is a critical step toward making a good hire. Inadequate screening can mean fines and penalties from the government and adverse effects that come from making a bad hire. Read More  While benefit cost-sharing has reduced healthcare costs for employers, it appears to be having a negative impact on employee satisfaction. Employers are turning to wellness programs to improve morale. Read More  Many HR managers believe their organizations’ overall talent management maturity is top notch, but they still need to bring supporting strategies, KPIs, and benchmarking up to par. Read More
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BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION Data indicates that young workers are thinking about retirement even if they’re not sure how to plan for it. This creates an opportunity for savvy employers to offer retirement planning education as part of their benefits package to enhance their reputation as an “employer of choice". GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Research suggests that providing a retirement benefit adds to a company’s competitive marketability, giving the employer a distinct edge in the race to recruit and retain top talent. This advantage will become increasingly valuable as more Baby Boomers retire, and fewer younger workers are available to fill their positions. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: May 10, 2013 On May 8th, the U.S. Department of Labor(DOL) issued Technical Release 2013-02 to provide guidance to employers regarding a new requirement ― created by Section 1512 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: May 2, 2013 On April 23, 2013 and April 29, 2013, the U.S. Dept. of Labor, Health & Human Services, & Treasury released the 14th and 15th installments of their FAQs on issues related to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: April 18, 2013 Retirement plans must comply with a myriad of requirements under the Internal Revenue Code (“Code”) in order to remain tax-qualified. Plan sponsors have found it challenging to understand. EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 9, 2013 On March 11, 2013, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a proposed rule that delays a portion of the Small Business Health Options Program, also known as the SHOP Exchange. EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: March 27, 2013 On March 8, 2013, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced in the Federal Register that a revised Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) is now available. EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: March 19, 2013 This Eye on Washington is the third in a series dedicated to highlighting the most relevant provisions that employers should know in preparation for the Employer Shared Responsibility elements of ACA. COMPLIANCE How well you keep up with changes to the ACA law can affect how much you may have to pay in ACA tax penalties. GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION Build your ACA knowledge to help you offer the most cost-effective healthcare options for your business and its employees. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 28, 2013 This issue highlights the most relevant provisions that employers should know in preparation for the Shared Responsibility elements of the ACA. EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: February 21, 2013 On February 6, 2013, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) published the final regulations that implement and finalize two expansions of the protections afforded under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION According to the Employer Shared Responsibility provision of the ACA, any employee credited with service equal to at least 30 hours per week or 130 hours per month must be offered employer-sponsored health coverage that meets certain requirements or the employer may face a penalty. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 14, 2013 A brief summary of some of the specific provisions impacting group health plans, including those provisions relating to business associates, business associate agreements, privacy notices, breach notifications, individual rights, GINA, and enforcement and penalties.. BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION Using the actual premium paid information in the ADP Research Institute study, employers can find a potential health benefits cost benchmark that can help them balance plan expense and “richness” of coverage to provide maximum value for employer and employee alike. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 8, 2013 On December 28, 2012, the IRS issued a proposed regulation regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Shared Responsibility provisions, which affect large employers. TALENT MANAGEMENT There is still confusion in the HR industry around employee satisfaction and employee engagement. Too many organizations still view these valuable, yet distinct measurements as one and the same thing. As a result, they may be missing opportunities to foster the kind of workforce engagement that helps drive innovation. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: January 25, 2013 COMPLIANCE There appears to be a lack of alignment between midsized business leaders’ perceptions and experience with regard to compliance. While most leaders express confidence in their organization’s compliance with tax laws and other regulations, more than half rank government regulations as a top business concern. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: January 24, 2013 TALENT MANAGEMENT While the vast majority of midsized business leaders surveyed are pessimistic about near-term economic improvement, nearly half intend to increase headcount in the next year, suggesting that they see strategic value in talent management even during challenging economic times. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT With many employers using manual methods to administer and mitigate employee FMLA leave and absence, Total Absence Management (TAM) remains an untapped opportunity to boost competitiveness. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE As compliance issues created by the Family Medical and Leave Act (FMLA) continue to present challenges for employers, Total Absence Management (TAM) offers a systematic, automated way to manage employee leave. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT While many employers talk about finding passive candidates, talent communities are providing a low-cost and highly efficient way to build those relationships by connecting with them through social networking. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT From Silents and Baby Boomers to Gen Xers and Millennials, each generation brings its own characteristics, experiences, and expectations to a job search. GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION The ACA presents an unparalleled HR compliance challenge and the soaring cost of employee healthcare benefits can imperil the achievement of key business goals. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE Now that Health Care Reform is settled law, it is also your most prominent HR compliance challenge. Did you know that many employers are unprepared and unsure of their ACA responsibilities? GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION Employers must do more than provide good healthcare and other benefits to attract and retain quality workers. Using Web-based self-service technology can improve employee communications and, increase worker satisfaction. GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION As healthcare costs continue to skyrocket, wellness programs are gaining traction as employers' "next best hope" for improving employee health and reducing benefit-related expenses. GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION HR managers at midsized and large companies are considering costs, compliance requirements, and the need for integration across benefits areas when making decisions about whether to insource or outsource. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE Employers like you need to assess your current state of compliance and take steps to protect your organization and avoid costly litigation. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE The Department of Labor is enforcing new regulations that shift more responsibilities onto employers. and they need to fix problems before federal inspectors arrive to assess fines and penalties. GO DEEPER: BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION Use technology and process to integrate HR strategy, including benefits administration, with HR operations to drive strategic business goals for measurable results. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE Find out how you can manage potential issues to control healthcare costs and ensure compliance with state and federal mandates. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE According to a recent survey, the vast majority of HR managers believe that outsourcing at least some benefits administration functions adds real value. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE According to a recent survey, professionals involved in human resource management at small and midsized companies see big cost and compliance challenges ahead. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE Employers that handle payroll tax reporting and depositing on their own are finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with all the different e-filing and e-payment mandates in order to stay in compliance. GO DEEPER: COMPLIANCE Pre-employment screening is an imperative for all companies. Given the web of regulations surrounding screening, the question is do you handle it in-house or outsource it? GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Compliance burdens on HR managers from federal agencies have increased significantly and enforcement activity is touching many areas of HR management. HR managers must identify areas where they can get into trouble – and act. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT According to a recent survey, professionals involved in human resource management see big cost and compliance challenges ahead, prompting many to seek third-party advice or outsource the HR function.. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Faced with low employee engagement and a shortage of candidates to fill critical jobs, consider rewarding top employees with in-demand skills through a Pay for Talent compensation program. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT You’ll want to learn about the seeming disconnect between how organizations view their overall talent management maturity and how they rate their supporting strategies and performance metrics. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Staying connected with an increasingly mobile and distributed workforce to maximize their productivity and satisfaction is a key challenge. Mobile HR solutions, delivered by smartphones and tablets, are helping to meet this challenge. GO DEEPER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Compliant, complete, and accurate pre-employment screening is a critical part of the hiring process. Senior HR managers have to decide whether to do it in-house or to outsource it. GO DEEPER: MOBILE / TECHNOLOGY You need to assess whether you have the procedures in place to navigate technology advances and widespread internet use for tax filing and deposits. GO DEEPER: MOBILE / TECHNOLOGY Employers that have enhanced their benefits communications see improvements in worker satisfaction and productivity by utilizing Web portals and mobile HR applications. GO DEEPER: MOBILE / TECHNOLOGY A rapid shift to an increasingly mobile and distributed workforce who use smartphones and tablets – and want immediate access to data – is driving this strategic effort. GO DEEPER: PAYROLL Employers can minimize compliance risk and exposure to legal action by adopting strict payroll policies and implementing advanced payroll systems that automatically apply complex work and pay rules. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT New federal enforcement policies are placing the burden on employers to fix violations before federal inspectors arrive. Areas for federal inspection include employment verification rules and workplace discrimination. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT Companies that use mobile HR solutions are seeing real business benefits including improved real-time decision-making, productivity, and worker satisfaction. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT Pay for Talent can help your organization use compensation as a key lever across all talent management processes, including talent assessment, performance management, and succession planning. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT Pre-employment screening is a critical step toward making a good hire. Inadequate screening can mean fines and penalties from the government and adverse effects that come from making a bad hire. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT While benefit cost-sharing has reduced healthcare costs for employers, it appears to be having a negative impact on employee satisfaction. Employers are turning to wellness programs to improve morale. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT Many HR managers believe their organizations’ overall talent management maturity is top notch, but they still need to bring supporting strategies, KPIs, and benchmarking up to par. GO DEEPER: TALENT MANAGEMENT While cost control and HR compliance remain critical concerns, today’s HR managers are increasing their focus recruitment, workforce productivity, and employee engagement. GO DEEPER: TIME & ATTENDANCE Most wage and hour litigation involves unpaid work time claims, so you need to make sure you accurately deduct for meal breaks, properly round for time worked, and fully account for remote and off-the-clock work. GO DEEPER: PAYROLL Even with the push to simplify electronic deposit and return requirements, a lack of consistency across agencies is forcing payroll administrators to assess their ability to handle payroll on their own. GO DEEPER: EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: January 7, 2013 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: January 4, 2013 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: January 3, 2013 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: December 24, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: December 17, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: December 13, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: December 4, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: November 7, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: November 1, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: October 25, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: October 4, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: September 20, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: August 28, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: August 21, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: August 14, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: August 7, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: July 19, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: July 13, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: July 12, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: June 28, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: June 12, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: June 5, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: May 29, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: May 7, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: April 19, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 11, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: March 26, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: March 19, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: March 17, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: February 22, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 16, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: February 13, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 7, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: January 18, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: January 5, 2012 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: December 12, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: December 2, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: November 29, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: November 17, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: November 16, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: October 21, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: September 15, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: October 14, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: July 7, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 29, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: April 15, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 8, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: March 30, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: March 29, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: March 17, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: February 15, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: February 8, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: January 21, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: January 10, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: January 6, 2011 EYE ON WASHINGTON: LEGISLATIVE UPDATES Updated: December 17, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: December 15, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: December 10, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: November 9, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: October 20, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: October 12, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: September 28, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: September 14, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: August 9, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: July 6, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 22, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: June 16, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: May 26, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: May 13, 2010 EYE ON WASHINGTON: HEALTH CARE REFORM Updated: April 15, 2010
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