How HR Technology Helps Overcome Six Big HR Obstacles in Manufacturing
Every industry has its struggles. The manufacturing has its own unique obstacles that HR and upper management must actively work to overcome. Discover how HR and payroll technology can help HR professionals in the manufacturing industry overcome the six biggest obstacles it faces with today’s workforce. EXPLORE: Why Netchex is the best choice for HR […]
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DOL Proposes New Overtime Rules: What to Know and How to Prepare
The U.S. Department of Labor will propose an increase of the minimum salary threshold for overtime eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act to $1,059 per week, or $55,068 per year, the agency announced Wednesday. What are the new overtime rules proposed by DOL? The proposed threshold would mark an increase from the current level […]
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The Importance of Replacing Outdated HR Technology in the Hospitality Industry
In a recent survey of hiring managers and HR professionals in the hospitality industry, Hireology (one of our trusted HR technology partners) found that: 53% listed “outdated and inefficient HR technology” as their team’s greatest challenge in 2023 No one is questioning the benefits of HR technology, but rather not leveraging HR technology effectively is […]
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Switching Payroll Providers: Breaking Up with Your Current Provider
Switching payroll providers requires significant planning and prepping, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. As we showed in our previous blog, when the time comes to switch payroll providers, you’ll notice the signs. Payroll migration isn’t overly difficult with the right supporting you, and you can switch payroll providers at any time during the […]
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Switching Payroll Providers: Why, When, and How to Do It
Every business needs payroll to function smoothly. Even when problems arise over and over again, some companies are reluctant to consider new technology providers. Switching payroll providers can sound intimidating at first, given the amount of research, paperwork, implementation, training, and more. Outdated HR technology leads to preventable errors, never-ending delays, and unhappy employees. Payroll […]
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What Employers Should Know About the Form I-9 Update
In late July 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the release of an updated Form I-9. The purpose of Form I-9 is to verify employment eligibility in the United States. Shortened and streamlined, the new form is now available to employers and will be the preferred version after August 1, 2023. […]
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Is the Netconnect HR Conference Worth Attending? You Bet It Is!
We get it… attending conferences can be a financial and time burden for some—booking travel accommodations, multiple days out of the office, etc. When it comes to Netconnect, our own annual HR technology conference, we are dedicated to bringing you all the benefits of an HR conference without all the hassle. In years past, Netconnect […]
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Why 2023 is the Year You Invest in Payroll Software
We all put off things we should do because they seem difficult or time-consuming. The end of one year and the start of a new one gives us the chance to tackle these much-maligned tasks with a clear head and renewed drive. If the past several years has taught us anything, it is that companies […]
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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Compliance for 2022, 2023, and Beyond
Like taxes, employee benefits administration requires a lot of paperwork and management to ensure compliance. Since its inception, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has had several requirements for employee benefits and annual reporting with some changes over the years. As 2023 comes more into focus, you ensure that your company remains in ACA compliance to […]
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The Role of Carrier Communication in the Employee Benefits Process
As data grows more and more important, the way Information is transferred also grows more important. Since computer technology has improved and allows for faster, safer data transfers, there is no reason for the employee benefits and carrier communication to remain stuck in the era of fax machines. Carrier communication—also known as carrier connectivity—is an […]
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How HR Technology Elevates Employee Benefits Enrollment
Benefits enrollment can be a major stressor and time strain for HR staff. New hires are excited to learn about their benefits. They are sure to have plenty of questions reflecting their individual priorities and circumstances. Long term employees also need a lot of help during open enrollment periods, especially as deadlines get tighter. Is […]
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Everything You Need to Know about COBRA Health Insurance
Health insurance provides peace of mind for policyholders and their families. Losing a job, or even changing jobs, can mean the end of insurance benefits, in addition to income. For the past few decades, COBRA health insurance has made gap coverage for insurance more widely available, but what exactly is it and how does it […]
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