Benefits Think

Relying solely on software platforms to choose health plans and enroll employees without expert interaction can cost time and money, and can even lead to compliance issues.

Comprehensive onboarding, employee recognition programs, company events and mentoring are key.

To improve their clients’ experience, advisers should focus on outcomes — not technology.

While the increase to the minimum salary required to be exempt from overtime requirements never came, the current administration has indicated that it still intends to raise the threshold.

Employers beware: With this acquisition, the online retailing juggernaut has set its sights on healthcare.

Employers must conduct a thorough review of their plans’ written forms and actual operations so they don’t lose their tax exempt status.

Coaches can address risk factors and prevent the future health problems of employees who struggle with stress, sleep issues or lack of exercise.

Advisers must help employers who want to attract top talent to offer their employees a wide array of product options.

Employees will have more money in retirement if they contribute to the right savings account.

To remain relevant regardless of the changes in the benefits landscape or state of the economy, follow these tried and true business practices.