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AI in HR: What Tools Are Actually Helpful for Benefits Administration

The landscape of human resources technology is increasingly populated with artificial intelligence solutions promising to transform benefits administration. Amid ...
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Wellness Programs Under Scrutiny: Legal Risks and Best Practices

Wellness programs remain a popular feature of employer benefit offerings, aimed at improving employee health and managing long-term costs. From biometric screenings and ...
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IRS Releases 2026 HSA and HRA Limits: What HR Needs to Know

The IRS has released the 2026 inflation-adjusted limits for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs), and excepted benefit Health ...
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Benefits Customization: Meeting Diverse Needs Without Administrative ...

The era of one-size-fits-all benefits packages is fading as organizations recognize the diverse needs of today's workforce. A 62-year-old executive with adult children ...
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Spousal Surcharges and Dependent Audits: What Employers Need to Know

As healthcare costs continue to rise, employers are exploring strategies to manage plan expenses without reducing the quality of coverage. Two increasingly popular tools ...
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Retention Strategies for a Multi-Generational Workforce

Today's workplace presents a unique historical phenomenon: five generations potentially working side by side, each bringing distinct expectations, communication styles, ...
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Voluntary Benefits That Boost Engagement Without Increasing Costs

In today’s competitive hiring market, employees are looking for more than just a paycheck—they want flexibility, personalization, and support for all aspects of life. ...
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The Hidden Compliance Risks in Benefits Communications

Even the most well-designed employee benefits program can create significant legal exposure if communications aren't managed carefully. While HR professionals usually ...
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Health Plan Cost Containment Strategies That Don't Reduce Coverage

In the face of continuously rising healthcare costs, HR departments nationwide find themselves walking a tightrope: how to manage expenses without diminishing the ...
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Cafeteria Plans and Mid-Year Life Events

A cafeteria plan is a type of employee benefits program that allows employees to choose from a selection of pre-tax benefit options, similar to selecting items from a ...
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