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Despite the lagging job market, IT salaries are on the rise. BenefitNews.com Site Director Lynn Gresham explores this topic in today's Web Exclusive.

September is jam-packed with great new online content. For our second issue this month, there will be even more of the audio-only content you've grown to know and love. Access us on the web at ebn.podhoster.com.

Are these the employers (companies) whose ceo's are taking home millions of dollars a year in compensation; and when they leave--I love the one for personal reasons--their bonuses are double their salaries. Who's on drugs?? How creative!!

Two studies on the same topic from consulting groups Buck and Mercer have benefit managers scratching their heads.

We won't print the whole phrase, but the idea that you're only screwing yourself when you procrastinate is certainly true for employers waiting until the last minute to file Form 5500's. The deadline (Wednesday, October 15) is fast approaching and employers will face penalties of up to $1,100 per day...

good concise article.

Although it's clearly not the breakfast hour, it took me some time to get my thoughts together today.

The Securities and Exchange Commission offers a brief tip sheet on its Web site to address information employees should know before using a 401(k) debit card. Just another tool in plan sponsors' arsenal on this issue.

New research from Guardian shows strong generational differences among respondents asked where they would find funds to cover out-of-pocket expenses not covered by medical or disability. Younger employees, true to stereotypes, are most likely to turn to friends and family, while Baby Boomers are most...

I think this is an excellent move on Guardian's part. Like it or not, we live in a culture obsessed with celebrity. If Coke, Nintendo and prescription drug companies can hire celebrity spokespeople to spur sales, I see nothing wrong with benefits providers doing it -- especially given that the benefits...