Companies are betting on free food to lure workers back in office
New research shows companies are ramping up spending on workplace meals, with employees citing food perks as a key factor in staying and showing up.
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Most employees don’t use preventive benefits. This insurance firm offers at-home heart screening to close the gap
Two thirds of workers don't access offerings that help them stay on top of their health — an issue TPG's partnership with Reperio aims to fix.
On-Demand Web Seminar Why oncofertility support gaps are a growing employer risk
Most employers offer cancer benefits. Almost none cover what happens in the first 30 days after diagnosis when fertility decisions have to be made quickly, and can impact reproductive options often permanently.
Digital gift cards 2.0: Unlocking new perks for this rewards staple
U.S. consumers are using these employee-appreciation perks to help pay for everyday expenses and enjoy more tangible benefits.
Benefits Think Real ROI: The case for viewing high-quality care as a cost strategy
Prioritizing quality over convenience leads to lower rates of complications and less overall healthcare spend.
A performance review in 48 hours? How one company used AI to achieve it
Remote streamlined performance reviews by using continuous feedback and AI drafts, reshaping how managers evaluate talent systems.
Why migraine support needs to be part of your chronic care strategy
Hinge Health added migraine care to its digital offerings, enabling organizations to support those who suffer from the debilitating condition.
Benefits Think How predictive analytics is stabilizing renewals
When volatility is visible, it gets priced appropriately and the groups that aren't volatile can actually see better pricing as a result.
Summer’s here: Time to highlight these helpful benefits
From childcare to PTO to FSA- and HSA-eligible products, employees can enjoy the warmer months more when they have the right support.
AI is widening the gender pay gap
Women are less likely to engage with AI than their male colleagues and it could cause long-term damage to their careers.
Benefits Think PBM playbook, part 2: Changes to the market and the value of a pharmacy benefits expert
A look at traditional PBMs and pass-through models, potential savings areas, developments and partnering with the right consultant.
Why it pays to be polite to AI
Employee adoption and appreciation of AI improves when they speak to the tech as they would a coworker, research shows.
Employees from marginalized communities are struggling to buy a home. Better benefit solutions can help
Leaders could be doing their part in helping employees purchase a home by providing better, more comprehensive support through policy and culture.
Employees lean on emergency savings as gas costs keep rising
New data shows workers increasingly relying on emergency savings accounts to cover transportation and fuel expenses as commuting costs stay elevated.
Benefits Think Rewriting the PBM playbook: Exposing hidden costs and empowering plan sponsors
Part one of this two-part series looks at the background, transparency solutions and how to understand PBM profitability.
Toxic workplaces stifle benefits use and business growth
Employers that do build a culture of safety and support empower their people to utilize benefits, take innovative risks, and stay long term.
Web Seminar 5 ways employers can save money without cutting benefits
Rising costs and ongoing pressure to protect the employee experience put HR and benefits leaders in a difficult position. Before scaling back highly valued active and retiree benefit offerings, employers need to weigh the broader impact. What appears to be a quick financial win often introduces unintended consequences, including lower employee satisfaction, reduced engagement, and higher downstream costs.
Childcare gaps fuel burnout for working parents, survey finds
Parents are seeking employer support and reliable, affordable care options to avoid work disruption and fatigue.
How to strike the balance between AI innovation and employee experience
As companies incorporate more AI technology into daily workflow, they must also continue to invest in their employees' development.
The next gen: Retirement advisers adjust to changing client options, circumstances
Expansion of savings vehicles, along with the largest transfer of wealth in U.S. history, bodes well for plan participants as advisers shift to offering ongoing financial guidance.
