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Large and small brokerages show some key differences in technology use and spending plans, according to EBA’s second annual technology survey, but most all are holding steady on tech investments.

Some employers may think a grandiose set-up is required for an onsite clinic – with X-ray machines, pharmacies and a gaggle of physicians – but they really can be quite simple to set up and maintain.

The Family and Medical Insurance Leave Act would provide up to 12 weeks of paid leave each year to qualifying workers for the birth or adoption of a child, the serious illness of an immediate family member or a worker’s own medical condition.

The use of technology is not just novel in the benefits industry anymore, it’s imperative. Benefit adviser Steve Williams predicted its usefulness over a decade ago and he and his team have used technology solutions to help transform Heffernan Insurance into one of the largest independent brokerage firms.

A stellar communication strategy not only increases participation during open enrollment, but may even boost job satisfaction and increase employee loyalty. Open enrollment is stressful for benefits pros but it doesn’t have to be. Jay Starkman, CEO of Engage PEO and Dorothy Miraglia-King, executive vice president of Engage Insurance, offer these five tips to help employers better communicate during open enrollment.

The outline of the Republican's plan contains some similarities with the Affordable Care Act.

Although target-date funds might not be the right investment vehicle for every 401(k) plan member, here are six reasons they’re better than other options.

Financial services programs are topping the list of non-insurance offerings from employers, who recognize the impact such stress can have on productivity.

The merging of health benefits and retirement planning on an exchange platform is a trend worth taking note of.

Commentary: After a terrific phone conversation, a prospect hangs up before booking an appointment. Consider sending a handwritten note to thank them for hanging up on you, and you just may close the sale, says adviser Eric Silverman.