Employer Strategies

Ensuring suppliers meet regulatory requirements is like buying a parachute or LASIK eye surgery: don’t cut corners and don’t be cheap, says Maestro Health CEO.

An initial consultation with a registered dietitian can cost as much as $200. Multiply this by the growing number of overweight and at-risk Americans, and employers could face a considerable cost increase.

An increased awareness about the correlation between these benefits and overall health is improving engagement.

In a competitive M&A environment, purchasers are becoming more willing to take on pension and post-retiree medical obligations, finds new Mercer research.

Peter Gordon explains why the company doesn’t offer a traditional annuity product within 401(k) plans and the importance of offering plan sponsors a neutral investment platform.

The passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia throws employers into a world of uncertainty. While Supreme Court jurisprudence is often unpredictable, Justice Scalia’s death will no doubt lead to an unusual amount of turmoil for the foreseeable future.

Reframing these options to illustrate how they enhance an employer’s benefit package can lead to increased engagement

The insurance industry has long been plagued by jargon, complexity and manual processes, says Veer Gidwaney. Technology can help, but employers need to do their homework.

Advisers should understand the impact of interest rates and other investment principles to help make these plans more effective, says Mike Clark of Principal Financial Group.

No one technology solution is right for every employer. Documenting your needs and goals is the first step to determine the right service.