Workforce Management

Rackspace recently conducted a global survey and determined that the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies has led 62% of insurance carriers to cut staff.

March 4, 2023

The article discusses the issue of employee engagement in the workplace, noting that 68% of Americans admit to feeling unengaged at work. It explores reasons for this disengagement, such as lack of recognition, poor management, and lack of opportunities for growth and development, and offers strategies that employers can use to increase engagement and motivation among their workforce.

January 27, 2023

Even the perception of political maneuvering in the office can have very practical implications in the success of your business.

May 2, 2023

New research published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology indicates that some previously widely held understandings about how employees respond to virtual meetings may have been wrong.

October 31, 2023

The number of hours US workers are working off-site has hit an equilibrium at around 28%, though several factors indicate that number will probably climb in the next couple of years.

December 5, 2023

This article outlines several best practices for supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, including prioritizing DEI efforts, providing training and education, creating a safe and inclusive workplace culture, and regularly evaluating and improving DEI initiatives. The article emphasizes that DEI efforts should be ongoing and integrated into all aspects of the organization, and that leadership buy-in and employee engagement are essential for success.

March 22, 2022

There is no one employee benefit that can singularly make up a comprehensive employee benefits package with regard to mental health, which instead requires a holistic perspective and the combination of many different complementary benefits and perks that collectively comprise a comprehensive package.

May 25, 2023

This article explains what business interruption insurance is and what it covers. It also provides examples of situations where this type of insurance can be helpful and important for a business to have.

March 4, 2022

More heads of US companies are now joining investors and workers in relegating to the past the traditional full-time in office work schedule that has defined corporate operations for nearly 100 years.

January 18, 2024

Amazon's recent efforts to get employees back in the office have taken a major turn toward greater flexibility with the implementation of these new contracting options.

June 7, 2023

Nearly 7 out of 10 remote employees would rather find a new job than return to on-site work at their current job.

August 11, 2023

The specter of the Great Resignation remains very present including on seemingly unrelated areas like workplace safety.

August 28, 2023

Providing team members and employees with the opportunity to learn new skills and gain experience that goes beyond the skills and job role for which they were initially hired can have numerous positive impacts companywide.

June 13, 2023

The article discusses whether all small businesses need insurance and highlights the different types of insurance policies that a small business may need, including general liability insurance, professional liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and commercial property insurance. It emphasizes the importance of assessing the specific risks and needs of a small business before deciding on insurance coverage.

May 9, 2021

The article discusses whether business insurance covers damage caused by riots and looting. It provides information on the different types of coverage that may apply, the specific language to look for in policies, and how claims are typically handled.

March 11, 2021

Data breaches, cyber extortion, and system hacking: three things your IT, PR, and legal departments dread.

October 29, 2021

The growth of off-site work arrangements has had a substantial effect on workplace attire expectations, building upon trends that were already occurring and massively accelerating them.

January 25, 2024

The average US employee costs their employer about $45.42 per hour in total compensation expenses with a little more than 30% of that expense going toward employee benefits and perks.

April 22, 2024

Employers think they're offering ample opportunities for continuing education and obtaining new skills, but a lot of employees don't necessarily agree.

May 30, 2023

Lyra Health recently released a study of 1,000 employees and found that 90% had experienced some kind of mental health problem in the last year and 50% had discussed mental health issues at work.

March 2, 2023

Nearly half of US workers are leaving at least some of their paid time off days unused. 

August 22, 2023

Well-executed work-from-home policies and other flexible work arrangements have become an area of increasing interest for investors when evaluating companies' potential.

December 28, 2023

Employees and Employers both benefit directly when they collaborate and are both participants in proactively charting a career path for the employee on an ongoing basis.

Given the wide-ranging impacts that an increasing number of Long Covid cases might have on business and population as a whole, the companies that will best manage the potential wave coming through the workforce are likely those companies who are planning how they will react in advance.

June 19, 2023

The effects that COVID has had on many peoples' lives goes far beyond the physical damages accumulated by those who have been personally infected.

June 8, 2023

There are many an advantage to be gained by companies that actively build loyalty with comparatively little investment relative to the return.

April 21, 2023

As the value of talent increases, the cost-benefit analysis is shifting toward internal talent development over the acquisition of outside talent when it comes to ensuring your company's workforce has the necessary skills and abilities to get the job done.

October 11, 2023

Poorly executed performance reviews, however, don’t just squander the potential for making positive adjustments, but can in fact lead to negative outcomes including increased rates of employee attrition.

October 20, 2023

The Do's and Don'ts of social media monitoring for employers in an age when current and would-be workers often share more personal opinions, beliefs, and experiences publicly via larger platforms than ever before.

April 28, 2023

Managing external employees can provide additional challenges, but there many benefits to be gained as well if those external workers are properly arranged and optimized within your existing workflow.

March 21, 2023

5 top strategies and methods for showing your best employees that their loyalty is recognized, appreciated, and reciprocated.

May 8, 2023

For the past 19 months and counting, human resource (HR) leaders across the country have been beset by nonstop challenges.

December 19, 2022

Employees who are engaged with their work are typically more productive and get better results, while disengaged employees can actually have a net negative impact on your bottom line.

October 6, 2023

Analysis of public data indicates that there may be a positive correlation between remote work and feelings of anxiety and depression.

March 20, 2023

The pandemic and the disruption it caused to traditional work scheduling has increased momentum and support for those advocating for a 4 day workweek, which is especially true in Europe and Canada although the US may be moving in that direction, as well.

March 21, 2023

Apple may be hitting pause on the recent escalation in their attempt to get more employees back in-office.

April 19, 2023

‘Quiet quitting’ is to work productivity what ‘Coffee badging’ is to work presence.

December 22, 2023

Meta is leaning into hybrid schedules with a mandatory 3 days per week in-office starting this fall.

June 5, 2023

More than 50 million workers in the US spend a significant portion of their non-working hours as primary caregivers for dependents and family members, which can have substantial impacts on both work life and home life.

September 5, 2023

There's an epidemic of job-related stress sweeping the country, which is negatively affecting large numbers of people and the companies they work for, but it's not affecting every position/business/industry equally and can be positively addressed and minimized with proactive effort.

June 22, 2023

Knowledge gaps are causing the vast majority of workers with employer-sponsored healthcare in the US to miss out on opportunities to reduce their healthcare expenses.

July 31, 2023

The equality nonprofit Catalyst recently published the results of a survey conducted by The Harris Poll, which asked employees what they want from their organizations related to abortion access.

November 18, 2022

Nationally, the fatal occupational injury rate in 2021 was 3.6%, representing the highest annual rate since 2016. A worker died every 101 minutes from a work-related injury in 2021. In 2021, transportation incidents retained their position as the most common cause of fatal events, resulting in 1,982 fatal injuries. This represented an 11.5% increase compared to 2020.

June 9, 2023

How much notice is too much notice when it comes to what employers can contractually require from employees?

May 1, 2023

Prioritizing productivity over mental wellness can be counterproductive, and US workers and their employers are all paying the price.

May 3, 2023

A survey of US workers indicates that stress related to personal financial issues is significantly reducing productivity and that almost all employees agree that employers don't do enough to assist with and address these issues to their own detriment.

Two factors that are gaining increased relevance in terms of employee attraction and retention are whether or not the overall experience for employees on the job is a positive one and whether or not the employer is providing comprehensive benefits offerings. 

August 30, 2023

A recent survey of business leaders across more than 2,600 countries highlights some of the underlying attributes that link top-performing teams.

December 13, 2023

A look at the state of finance departments across US companies over the last few years reveals an interesting mix of stability and change.

March 11, 2024

Women in the US are being paid about 84% as much as men, although there can be significant variation in the size of the gap depending on factors like age, education, industry, and geography.

September 19, 2024

A recent survey into applicant interview process experiences they've encountered during their job search sheds some light on the current state of hiring, as well as relaying some ways employers are actually hurting their recruitments efforts in the process.

One recent study took an in-depth look at some of the biggest issues in workforce management and provided some recommendations about how best to meet those challenges.

January 9, 2024

Amazon has announced it will require corporate employees who had been working remotely to recommence on-site work, but clearly not everyone is on board.

March 22, 2023

Employers would be wise to think again before making quiet cutting a component in their management tool kit given the potential negative repercussions and limited positive upside. 

November 16, 2023

Having a clearly documented plan of succession in place that has been effectively communicated internally throughout the organization is an important step toward ensuring the continued longevity and prosperity of your business and employees.

September 29, 2023

Even though it may be on the decline in some industries, remote work will likely remain a staple in the working world for the foreseeable future and still provides many unique challenges and opportunities that can be artfully navigated through well-executed management.

May 12, 2023

Bonuses, work flexibility, and the normalization of a former office taboo highlight the top workplace trends of 2023 heading into 2024.

December 15, 2023

There are quite a few direct advantages to be gained from adopting and incorporating these kinds of emerging technologies into business processes like employee training.

May 16, 2023

Nearly 2 out of every 3 workers who currently have a job that could be done remotely full-time are instead working on-location at an office or company worksite at least part-time, and that number seems likely to grow.‍

August 17, 2023

With increased sustainability efforts likely coming soon to an office near you...

March 2, 2023

Here are 5 ways to better align incentives and ensure that off-site workers are integrated seamlessly within their roles and larger team units.

July 5, 2023

The article provides an overview of the types of insurance that small businesses should consider, including general liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, commercial property insurance, and more. It also discusses the importance of each type of insurance and how they can help protect small businesses from financial risks.

April 22, 2021

The article provides an overview of what employers and employees need to know about COVID-19 vaccine company mandates, including legal considerations, potential exemptions, and best practices for implementing a vaccine mandate in the workplace.

November 12, 2021

Job and schedule flexibility are the top needs and concerns for mothers in the workforce trying to make it work.

June 28, 2023

To better paying and more flexible jobs – that’s where. The number of open jobs in the US is running at the 11M mark and has held consistent. Consistent that is since mid-2021. Prior to the pandemic, the number of open jobs had a run rate of close to 6M. The size of the US has not materially changed and the workforce participation rate has not changed. What has changed is the demand for workers.

June 9, 2023

Anxiety about missing work and other factors are causing a substantial proportion of workers in the US to forego utilizing their allotted sick leave even when they are ill.

July 11, 2023

In conclusion, employees should appreciate their employers for providing them with a salary, benefits, access to a larger mission, and opportunities for growth and development. Employers play a vital role in the lives of their employees, and they should be recognized and appreciated for the value they provide. Don’t be shy about communicating that. Everyone is replaceable, from the CEO to the receptionist or top physician at a hospital.

If the government doesn't outright ban TikTok, will businesses take up the mantle and prohibit the app on company property?

March 24, 2023

Only about 1 in 4 employees thinks that management has a sufficient understanding of what leads them to look for a new job or stay put where they are.

November 10, 2023

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and interesting data, information, and insight we've encountered over the past month covering areas related to employee management and human resources. 

January 3, 2024

Employees with less than 1 year experience working a job are getting hurt much more often than employees with more experience.

May 5, 2023