Human resources departments are tasked with many responsibilities such as providing benefits, controlling payroll and screening potential new hires. One aspect of human resources obligations that is often overlooked is ensuring workers returning back to the company after experiencing a serious illness or injury undergo the transition smoothly and the company remains compliant with employer…

HR services today are constantly challenged to fuel a dynamic global workforce while minimizing costs. A recent study however shows trimming the budget on talent management may be holding some companies back. The Boston Consulting Group and World Federation of People Management Associations compiled a financial report, "From Capability to Profitability: Realizing the Value of…

New technologies are changing the way workforces function and human resource departments must adjust their practices as a result. The way workers are viewing their benefits has evolved and employers are looking to leverage health coverage, pensions and other perks to retain staff and attract talent. The Actuarial Post reported workforce demographics are changing, which…

NewVantage Partners recently released the findings of its Big Data Executive Survey Part II, which found many businesses and government agencies may struggle to tackle the growing challenges of big data due to a lack of adequate talent. When working with a HR outsourcing services provider, companies can feel confident that the best job applicants…

While the majority of U.S. employers perform background checks on all potential new hires, many applicants embellish their credentials, stretch the truth and fib on job applications. Some applicants even go as far as using the web to obstruct background checks, according to HR Morning. The internet has enabled employers to easily research the qualifications…

A recent global study of international business leaders examined what fundamentals are essential for success in the global economy. Human resource departments are tasked with identifying these traits in new hires, helping a company build a strong foundation for current and long-term success. When a new hire demonstrates certain skills and characteristics, the fundamentals can…

Many of the top employers worldwide are looking for alternative ways to attract and retain top talent beside highly competitive compensation. Human resources departments are working with executives to develop new benefits packages and opportunities to improve employee satisfaction without placing the company at financial risk. The Globe and Mail reported some companies are adding…

Roughly seven in 10 organizations use employee recognition to support corporate culture, according to a survey by Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and recognition software provider Globoforce. The study surveyed 815 HR administration professionals at the managerial level or higher and 82 percent of respondents said employee recognition programs positively impact worker engagement. More…

A recent survey asked chief financial offers how much time they spend overseeing poorly performing employees, which can waste valuable hours, energy and resources that could be used elsewhere in the company for growth and development. The majority of supervisors reported spending 26 percent of their time monitoring underperforming staff, underscoring the importance of human…

In an interview with Workplace Savings and Benefits, Gary Simmons, partner at Mercer, said employees should spend more time understanding the risks associated with benefits packages than all the options available. Likewise, human resources departments should also evaluate what benefits are being offered to workers based on associated risks. According to Simmons, the way companies…