Tech

The work ahead can seem daunting for those running a private exchange. Nonetheless, they have big visions for the future that come with a fair amount of patience as the employer-sponsored benefit system adjusts.

Commentary: Be on the lookout for NextAgency, an enrollment and administration firm with benefit adviser interests in mind.

For many of these companies, getting through to large employers can be difficult, if not impossible. A National Business Group on Health competition is giving them an opening, and providing valuable feedback for all.

Employee benefit departments are perceived by some as the “soft underbelly” in the world of corporate hacking targets, according to Adam Solander, a member of law firm Epstein Becker Green.

Beyond slick user interfaces and the ability to access benefits information on a mobile device, employees are looking for software that speaks to them and personalizes their own experience.

As technology progresses forward, employers need to take a look at strategizing a more mobile remote workforce, including how to measure, regulate and compensate the workforce.

Zenefits is back in the spotlight with news of slower than expected revenue growth. The company also this week announced it will offer a free payroll option. The announcement follows a months-long public dispute with payroll giant ADP.

Commentary: By understanding the measurables of their plan and leveraging data, plan sponsors will make smarter, more informed decisions to create competitive benefit packages while addressing plan-specific needs with actionable insights.

Digital Insurance announces investment in tech company GoCo it hopes will transform not only the way the firm does business with small and mid-size employers, but will also raise client expectations of the benefit industry as a whole.

It is possible to break down the wall between engagement and wellness with a technology platform that addresses the whole employee. Just make sure to ask these nine questions before you select a partner.