Benefit management

In this business and political climate, columnist Jack Kwicien says to think more holistically about your client’s benefits program.

From Silicon Valley to Wall Street, a growing number of companies are encouraging mothers — and fathers — to take time off to care for their newborns. Should you follow suit?

Fueled by regulatory issues, 80% of employers now outsource at least one HR activity — and that number is swiftly growing, according to new research.

For small businesses, a sense of community is key to retaining employees.

Many employees who participate in such a program say it’s not helping their well-being, according to Healthmine data.

A study from Xerox finds that employers are using benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance to give employees peace of mind when it comes to money matters.

Fueled by regulatory issues, 80% of employers now outsource at least one HR activity — and that number is swiftly growing, according to new research.

Employers should work with vendors, attorneys to amend their product menu before regulations come into effect, says benefits consultant Zack Pace.

Handling domestic healthcare, insurance can be complicated, but what if the job is on the other side of the globe?

Many employees who participate in such a program say it’s not helping their well-being, according to Healthmine data.