MetLife's 2026 study finds employers now prioritize cost control over hiring for the first time in years as half of workers skip medical care due to high prices.

Forward-thinking advisers are embracing self-insurance, supply-chain management and a more consultative approach as they align benefits with overall business strategy.

A new report reveals the areas where technology is making the biggest, most positive impact on benefit administration.

As health plan costs continue to climb, "doing nothing" has become the most expensive strategy of all, says this panel of benefit experts.

Employees at every income level can benefit from offerings that help them set aside savings, without impacting retirement prospects.

The chief financial officer at Imagine360 shares how leaders can bridge finance and benefits.

Employees providing long-term care for loved ones report high stress and say limited flexibility and benefits hurt their jobs.

Medical plan cost increases or adjustments will require increased employee education, providing an opportunity to reinforce health literacy.

Experts from tuition.io share strategies for helping employees pay off their debt and seek out upskilling opportunities.

From AI-powered life coaching to smarter claims processing, startups say automation can personalize benefits and help employers and doctors save time and money.

A talent expert from MedPro Healthcare Staffing shares how flexibility, wellness, AI tools and professional development factor into overall employer care.

A focus on employee well-being, and an embrace of technology should guide benefit managers' decisions for the new year.

Managers can improve a company's culture, but they need resources that streamline the workflow and support employees.

CannaLnx, a new digital health platform, connects doctors, insurers and dispensaries as employers begin adding reimbursable medical cannabis to workplace benefit plans.

Access to a well-rounded primary care team can help employees maintain a healthy preventative routine.

Popular retirement withdrawal strategies like the 4% rule assume a steady rate of spending for retirees. But new research from J.P. Morgan shows that premise is often disconnected from reality.

AI is reshaping employee benefits, from personalized programs to virtual assistants, while soft skills and remote work are gaining importance.

New benefits or upskilling programs could keep employees happy and engaged.