5 ways to prepare now for a smooth open enrollment

The busiest and most stressful time of the year for HR and benefits professionals is fast approaching. Although it can be daunting, benefits consultants Rosemary Hughes and Suzannah Gill offer tips on how to make the process successful.

Open enrollment is one of the most visible and important times of the year for HR and benefits teams. Months of carefully developing plan offerings, employee communications and technology platforms culminate in a span of only a few weeks, so this also tends to be one of the busiest and most stressful times for HR. Although the list of responsibilities can be daunting, with thoughtful preparation and proper planning for the months ahead, you can reduce your stress levels and deliver a smooth, successful open enrollment.