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Minimize the risk of bringing in a producer who has misappropriated trade secrets by asking proactive questions, says lawyer John Birmingham Jr.

Expanding clinical consultations, utilizing available data and studying drug effectiveness are top avenues to plan improvement.

Be cautious with these arrangements, says adviser Craig Hasday, as they can negatively influence overall cost of care and be subject to abuse.

Plan sponsors need to improve employees' well-being by actively encouraging roll-ins.

To lead a successful and cohesive brokerage, cultivate flexibility to allow employees to grow within the established structure, says ADP’s Aldor Delp.

From quality control to data integration capabilities, there are many factors that influence the overall value of an admin service.

Employers must recognize that proper rest is vital for employees, especially in light of Sleep Awareness Week.

Some bonus plans provide for accumulations, multi-year periods and mandatory referral, which could raise a red flag for regulators, says attorney Michael Melbinger.

Demonstrating demand, laying out the benefits and focusing on plan integration will help advisers to avoid selling clients short on voluntary.

One problem is that a number of companies make false promises to employees by committing to intensive communication campaigns without proper follow-through.