Groundbreaking advances in service delivery models, data analytics, mobile capabilities and more are reshaping the workplace, says Lockton’s Steve Tomac.

Through innovative partnerships with providers and carriers and by listening to clients with a nurse’s touch, our 2016 Employee Benefit Adviser of the Year, Gayle McCann, has grown North Risk Partners into a true Minnesota powerhouse.

Fiduciaries who do not follow security standards may be personally liable to restore losses to plan participant benefits.

As payoffs grow, hackers are mounting more sophisticated attacks, and threats are increasingly pernicious, says FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez.

Technology has opened brokers up to liabilities and compliance nightmares through data breaches, hackers, and other cyber security risks.

The product is designed to improve broker experience through easier implementation, the company’s Mike Zarrillo says.

"We see a narrowing of players," says Alois Pirker, research director for Aite Group's Wealth Management practice.

Advisers can reduce stress for all involved through quick actions such as quarterly check-ins, says STRIVE Benefits' Saravanan Chettiar.

Sean Clem has a laser focus on client’s strategic goals so issues don’t become challenges.

The employee assistance program industry is changing as employees are expected to increasingly blend work and home life, says ACI Specialty Benefits’ Erin Krehbiel

A much better consumer experience and an end to fragmentation are coming, says Michael Lujan, co-founder of Limelight Health, who recommends interviewing vendors to become an extension of your agency.

C-suite participation on networks like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter helps solve internal communication problems.

Snagajob is one of a slew of apps that have sprung up in recent years to serve the so-called gig economy. This year alone human-resources startups have attracted $1.2 billion in venture capital.

The employee assistance program industry is changing as employees are expected to increasingly blend work and home life, says ACI Specialty Benefits’ Erin Krehbiel

Employers need to keep pace with the latest developments impacting health plans. Mercer shares what to watch out for in the coming months.

The peer-to-peer insurance startup has received an undisclosed amount from XL Catlin’s venture capital arm.

The change reflects new market dynamics, including broker consolidation, says president and CEO Adam Bruckman.

C-suite participation on networks like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter helps solve internal communication problems.

Small businesses lack the funds for extravagant benefits and large HR departments, but technology can help.

The platforms promote trust, break down silos and create better connections, says Regence BlueShield President Don Antonucci.