Author: Rhona Parry, Equifax Workforce Solutions

Navigating ACA Requirements for Small to Medium Businesses

Nationwide, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has helped businesses bring healthcare to their employees. The ACA Marketplace is an important source of coverage for 2.6 million small and medium business owners, making it crucial for them to understand the correct processes. However, for small to medium business (SMB) owners, navigating the complexities and nuances of […]

Best of Faces of HR: Pro Advice

As we say goodbye to 2023 and look toward a new year, we couldn’t be more excited to share timely news and commentary with our dedicated HRDA audience. For our Faces of HR column this week, we look back at some of our favorite Faces and share their expert insights from the front lines of creating better workplaces. So, […]

Employees Don’t Think College Adequately Prepared them for the Workforce

In a recent survey conducted by Go1 and shared with Fortune, it was revealed that many employees are questioning the value of a bachelor’s degree in today’s job market. The survey, which included input from more than 3000 employees from the US, UK, and Australia, found that nearly half of the respondents felt that universities […]

Knowing When It’s Time to Part Ways: Employee and Contractor Termination Protocols

Termination of employment is an inevitable part of business operations. Whether it’s due to performance, company restructuring, or behavioral concerns, letting an employee or contractor go is never an easy decision. Yet, it’s essential for the overall health of the company. In this article, we delve into understanding the signs that indicate it’s time to […]

Elevating Year-End Meetings: A Toast to Recognition and Innovation

As we approach the end of the year, companies worldwide are gearing up for their annual year-end meetings and holiday parties. Amidst the celebrations, it’s a perfect time to recognize employees for their hard work. While it is important to acknowledge employees, it’s even more important to do so in a way that makes them […]

What To Do as Soon as an Employee Quits

No matter your industry, company size, or product, there’s one experience that’s universal to all functioning businesses. A quitting employee. When employees quit, it’s easy to get in our emotions and make things personal. But people leave their jobs for all kinds of reasons, and it’s more important to focus on your game plan than […]

How HR Teams Can Cultivate Data Literacy and Critical Thinking

At a time when rapidly emerging technology like AI and an increasingly competitive global economy are pressuring companies to innovate and adapt like never before, it’s critical for HR teams to focus on holistic skills management. Many companies face an acute skills shortage, which puts them at a severe competitive disadvantage – from hiring and […]

Here’s How Electronic Signatures Improve HR Data Security

Electronic signatures have grown more prevalent across all industries. Human resources, especially, have adopted various methods of digital fingerprinting for greater convenience, smoother processing, and more protected contract management. Those still relying on wet signatures put themselves, their employees, and their companies at risk of fraudulent activity. Explore the dangers of wet signatures and examine […]

Will AI Replace Lawyers in Contract Negotiations?

Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have scientists, journalists, business leaders, policymakers, and other observers scrambling to take stock of the implications of this revolutionary technology. One of the biggest concerns is the potential impact on the labor market. People are afraid of losing their jobs to a technology that has the potential to be […]

2023’s Biggest Takeaways for DEI Leaders in HR

2023 was a year of big change for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in corporate America. Anti-DEI sentiment gathered momentum in 2023 with the so-called “war on woke,” used by politicians and covered extensively by the national media. Additionally, the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action in university admissions added to the evolving […]