All Benefits technology articles – Page 57
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: 84% of employers utilise benefits technology
EXCLUSIVE: The majority (84%) of employers use some form of benefits technology, with the most popular option being a staff intranet (63%), according to research by Employee Benefits.The Employee Benefits research 2020, published in May 2020, which surveyed 269 HR decision-makers, also found that under half (44%) of respondents offer ...
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Supplier articleEmployee benefit trends during and after Covid-19
Looking at the impact Covid-19 has had on consumer trends and employee wellbeing, it’s easy to forget the less-visible impact it has had on other areas of HR and the workplace. One place we have seen consistent – and at times surprising – changes in is employee benefits. Today, let’s ...
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Supplier articleFinding your North Star: Why company purpose matters more than ever
Right now we are all faced with extraordinary challenges and for some, those challenges will be life changing. In a matter of weeks the way we do business has been turned on its head.Because of this we are working to manage multiple scenarios that many have never encountered before. ...
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Supplier article8 employee perspectives on the reality of remote onboarding
Remote onboarding can seem tricky, but it doesn’t have to be. Previously we talked to the managers at Reward Gateway to see which tactics they used to onboard their remote employees and about their remote onboarding strategies.This time around, we wanted to go straight to the source so we asked ...
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ArticleConfessions of a benefits manager: Candid trials wellbeing apps
I never thought I would say this, but I love my job. How many people get paid to take care of their own wellbeing? Nope. I can’t think of any, but that is exactly what I am doing today.Big Bad Boss has latched onto the current mental health zeitgeist, and ...
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Supplier articleNew webinar: 8 ways to cultivate connection, culture and productivity
Having spent the last few months prioritising crisis management and business continuity, HR Changemakers are now shifting their focus to the next phase of work. How do leaders connect with and engage employees to manage change, while strengthening trust, morale and productivity?During this webinar, you will learn how to:? Provide ...
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OpinionEmma Swan: Five finer details of the furlough scheme
One of the biggest economic impacts of Covid-19 is the high risk of widespread job losses. Organisations are experiencing significant drops in revenue and, unfortunately, for many businesses, making redundancies is a logical first step to protect cashflow and help secure company survival.The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) is ...
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Supplier articleKeeping on Track With Your Fitness
Once upon a time, the prospect of staying at home was exciting – visions of duvet days, Netflix marathons and the spontaneous online workout. Now we’re faced with the harsh reality: many of us not knowing which day it is, feeling too demotivated and sluggish to work out, with questionable ...
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Supplier articleCoronavirus has shown employers that online is more important than ever
The Covid-19 pandemic has already had far-reaching effects on businesses everywhere. Whether in the Americas or Eurasia, the financial and economic consequences are immense, from mass furloughing of employees in the travel industry, to bankruptcy among retail companies. It’s clear we will be seeing the economic impact of coronavirus for ...
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Supplier articleGlobal benefits tech in low-flex regions
After a successful domestic benefits launch, many companies begin thinking about implementation in their other locations. But where do you start? What factors do you need to consider? And why should you expand your offering overseas at all?Starting with ‘why go global?’ we asked some of our customers to share ...
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Supplier articleA manager’s guide to onboarding remote employees
Employee onboarding and induction sets the tone for an employee’s experience with your organisation. And in times of crises, this is arguably more important. Onboarding remote employees isn’t something we’re necessarily used to, but we need to make sure our people have the best experience possible, no matter where they ...
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Article44% of employers have increased benefits communication during Covid-19
Just over two in five (44%) of employers have increased employee benefits communications, according to research by Wills Towers Watson.Its 2020 Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pulse report, which surveyed 996 employers in April 2020, also found that 14% of respondents are planning to increase their benefits communications, while 16% are considering doing ...
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Supplier articleEmployee benefits needn’t break the bank: Download ‘Employee perks on a limited budget’ Here
Employee perks and benefits are essential on so many levels. They can help tempt top talent through your door (and keep them from leaving), and they can go a long way towards motivating and engaging your workers. But if your budget isn’t quite the size ...
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Supplier articleHow much do you need to pay for your benefits platform?
We are living in unprecedented times across the globe. Times that call for courage and vision by its leaders to take the right steps in managing the COVID-19 pandemic crisis and come up with practical solutions to take us forward. This is no different in the employee benefits industry.While it ...
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OpinionApril Horsman and Anne Sammon: Employers are key in supporting mental wellbeing
With a significant proportion of the UK economy now working from home due to the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, both organisations and the people within them are facing an unprecedented challenge in adapting to a new way of working. During these uncertain times, employers have a responsibility to ensure their workforce ...
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AnalysisWhat engagement lessons can employers learn from social media?
Need to know:Employers can use social media techniques to encourage employees to engage with and take up benefits.Creating an open space for communication and sharing can give employers valuable data from which to create an effective benefits strategy.Benefits technology can use social media communication techniques to reach employees in a ...
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Supplier articleHow to manage writer’s block when creating employee communications
So, you’ve started a blog to keep your people up-to-date during the Covid-19 pandemic, but you’re not sure what to write about? If the messages I’m receiving from our clients are true, I can assure you that you’re not alone.First, I want to say how great it is that you ...
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Supplier articleConsiderations for furloughing staff and access to IT systems
During these challenging times, we know that some companies are having to make the difficult decision to furlough employees.The UK Government announced unprecedented support for businesses through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. This support allows businesses to 'furlough’ employees.There are some things that employers need to consider around IT systems ...
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ArticleOnly 30% of the UK workforce experienced working from home in 2019
Only 30% of UK employees ever worked from home during 2019, according to the latest research by the Office of National Statistics (ONS).Due to the current Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, many UK employees are now expected to work from home for the foreseeable future. The research, published on 24 March 2020, ...
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OpinionCharles Cotton: Supporting employees through times of uncertainty
The Coronavirus has plunged businesses into uncertainty and there are reports that millions of jobs could be lost globally as a result of the pandemic. As well as suddenly dealing with financial worries, individuals are concerned about their loved ones getting the virus or contracting it themselves.Many businesses will not ...