Articles for Spark :: Trendshttps://www.adp.com/~/spark_feed/insights-trendsThis is where you’ll find stories about the hottest topics in HR. Keep an eye out for stories on APIs, big data, and other workforce management innovations to name a few within ‘Trends.’en-usCopyright 2026 ADP, LLC, All Rights ReservedSpark RSS Feeds71c28d1b-db44-43a2-acab-9adf0d898c2ahttps://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/05/how-small-businesses-can-use-technology-to-build-resilient-peoplefirst-teams.aspxHow Small Businesses Can Use Technology to Build Resilient, People-First TeamsSmall businesses can leverage technology that goes beyond efficiency to strengthen resilience and support strategic, people-first decision making.Thu, 07 May 2026 18:46:56 Zc84b82fd-77cb-453a-a651-45138ae0e908https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/05/simple-iras-a-retirement-plan-option-built-for-smaller-teams.aspxSIMPLE IRAs: A Retirement Plan Option Built for Smaller TeamsYour people are thinking about their financial futures. A SIMPLE IRA is a low-cost retirement plan option for small businesses to help them get there.Mon, 04 May 2026 15:30:23 Z718ec5fc-9611-4e5d-8fa0-bb946bb5b577https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/04/why-small-business-leaders-should-consider-technology-as-a-teammate.aspxWhy Small Business Leaders Should Consider Technology as a TeammateSmall business technology can do more than boost efficiency. Leaders who intentionally implement and use technology can build stronger teams, improve...Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:21:00 Zc4b18860-35d3-4c50-98b8-56d24f97c9cbhttps://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/04/benchmark-your-way-to-a-competitive-retirement-plan.aspxBenchmark Your Way to a Competitive Retirement PlanIs your retirement plan working as hard as your employees? Learn what metrics to evaluate and how benchmarking can help you stay ahead of the competition.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:17:00 Zdccb352c-2167-40b6-a1c3-c61bff50d6f7https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/03/women-at-work-2026-reigniting-progress-in-a-new-era-of-work.aspxWomen at Work 2026: Reigniting Progress in a New Era of WorkADP's complimentary Women@Work 2026 virtual summit exploring leadership, AI and strategies to accelerate women's progress in us available on demand.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:10:45 Z0088044e-6587-4ac0-9d38-7588d8d4d7f5https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/03/the-hr-trends-shaping-the-construction-industry-in-2026.aspxThe HR Trends Shaping the Construction Industry in 2026Discover HR trends shaping construction in 2026. Learn how labor shortages, compliance challenges, AI regulations and a young workforce are transforming HRFri, 13 Mar 2026 10:57:31 Z58607e22-ef83-4934-b60e-453214d9672bhttps://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/03/the-2026-hr-trends-small-businesses-cant-ignore.aspxThe 2026 HR Trends Small Businesses Can't IgnoreSmall businesses face challenges in 2026. Explore how AI, upskilling and modern HCM solutions help attract talent, ensure compliance and drive growth.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:30:00 Z28ba1b52-0dee-4fff-bb05-ac16bfc4fbf5https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/03/agentic-ai-cant-optimize-hr-without-this-first-step.aspxAgentic AI Can't Optimize HR Without This First StepAgentic AI transforms how HR, payroll and IT teams work, but it can only deliver on its promise if data is properly integrated.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:08:54 Z959b7444-89e9-4a76-8503-ed00f07f4a45https://www.adp.com/spark/articles/2026/02/who-controls-your-retirement-plan-investment-menu-and-why-it-matters.aspxWho Controls Your Retirement Plan Investment Menu (and Why it Matters)When evaluating retirement plan providers, look for investment platforms that give you maximum flexibility. Discover what features give you control over investment menus, costs and the participant experience.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:09:57 Z