Benefits Think 4 ways to foster innovation in an organization
Introducing new technology to a client’s firm won’t succeed unless advisers have the support of the employees.
Aldor Delp
ADP
Technology
Advisers are not being honest with employers about compensation, and it’s hurting their business
Brokers are killing their businesses by not discussing with employers what their work is actually worth and restructuring their payment system accordingly, says Q4intellligence’s Kevin Trokey.
New app stores employees’ essential benefit data
In a debut move into the mobile application arena, EaseCentral is targeting challenges of the workforce.
Technology further influencing benefits management
New analytics tools are enhancing clients’ abilities to target and engage employees.
Cloud service opens communication between plan sponsors, employees
A self-service cloud-based platform aims to simplify retirement savings and increases participation.
New app stores employees’ essential benefit data
In a debut move into the mobile application arena, EaseCentral is targeting challenges of the workforce.
Benefits Think 4 ways to modernize wellness programs for millennials
Although they are set to take over the workforce, younger workers need special prompts to sign up for well-being initiatives.
Laurie Mitchell
Colonial Life
Benefits Think 3 key points for choosing a wellness provider
When hiring a third-party financial partner, employee benefit consultants must look at data, technology and documentation.
Rick Kent
Merit Financial Group
Technology further influencing benefits management
New analytics tools are enhancing HR professionals’ abilities to target and engage employees.
From semi pro-athlete to benefit adviser
Eugene Mintze started his career by playing Arena Football — now he is up for an award as an up and coming broker.
Benefits Think The do’s and don’ts of getting smaller employers to move online
Avoid longer conversations about automating the benefits enrollment. They won’t work in the adviser’s — or the client’s — favor.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Benefits Think Stoking demand for voluntary products
A digital enrollment platform can help advisers boost benefit sales through easier data entry and a customer-friendly portal.
Mike de Waal
Global IQX
Breaking down the fiduciary rule’s impact on robo-advisers
People underestimate the involvement of human professionals in digital investment services, says Betterment’s Seth Rosenbloom.
Why advisers need to vet client technology
With a vast array of digital options for employers to choose from, executives lack the time and resources necessary to make an informed decision on what platforms best fit the needs of their employees.
The risk and rewards of ‘Uberizing’ benefits
Advancement in benefits communication and utilization will not come from arbitrary use of available technology, but rather a strategic balance of multiple products.
Can apps get victims to report workplace harassment?
Hardly anybody calls hotlines. But they just might, the theory goes, open an application.
Wellness Coaches unveils new mobile technology suite
The online service will help employees and employers who don’t have access to an in-person well-being coach.
Advisers want strong retirement plan support
Fiduciary obligations are making access to up-to-date information and analytics from recordkeepers and service providers increasingly important.
Benefits Think How brokerages can overcome internal difficulties with new ben admin
Getting past back office obstacles such as employee reluctance to change is the best way to ensure technology implementation will go well for clients.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Blackstone’s Alight eyes cloud takeovers after $4.8B deal
The benefits business acquired from Aon Plc last month is looking for opportunities to expand in cloud services and data capabilities.
