Benefits Think

Worker have been slow to move online for medical visits, but research shows employee utilization rates soar when co-pays are eliminated, says Willis Towers Watson’s Allan Khoury.

The social media site is an invaluable marketing tool, says Amy Evans, but be sure potential clients know what you do and how to contact you.

More than three out of four American workers have inadequate savings, according to an HSBC Bank study.

In the drive to promote employee engagement, organizations are likely missing the mark if they don’t realize that many employees have more urgent needs, such as lack of sleep or financial stress, that divert their attention from focusing on physical health.

Encouraging employees to purchase critical illness insurance encourages them to become better educated about their benefits plan, according to Sun Life’s Bryan Burke.

More than three out of four American workers have inadequate savings, according to an HSBC Bank study.

With an emphasis on pounds lost, rather than healthy, sustainable behavior change, traditional programs can leave employees feeling discouraged and disengaged.

Intended to hedge pension liabilities, seemingly safe bond investments have turned risky.

EEOC and other agencies say enforcing equal pay laws and eliminating barriers in recruiting and hiring practices are among several strategic enforcement priorities.

With another tax season come and gone, companies should weigh their options when expanding the workforce in Q2.