General HR

Open Enrollment 2011: Five Tips from San Francisco-based Benz Communications for Communicating Benefits in an Uncertain Economy and Health Care Reform World

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

San Francisco, CA – August 16, 2011 — Given the dual impacts of health care reform and an uncertain economy – combined with renewed corporate focus on wellness and health care consumerism, Jennifer Benz suggests that relying on the ‘the same old stuff’ for open enrollment communication is no longer sufficient. Jen is the Founder…

Glowan Kicks Off New Round of "Smart Skills" Webinars

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

September 13, 2011 webinar focuses on the importance of Emotional Intelligence in the workplace and at home. Glendora, Calif. /August 15, 2011 — Emotional Intelligence focuses on improving one’s ability to recognize and manage their emotional reactions and those of others. Based on recent research, the difference between those who reach their full potential in…

ARAG Invites Friends and Neighbors to "Go Green" During its 2nd Annual Green Fair

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

More than 35 Local Companies Offer Advice and Products for ‘Green Living’ Des Moines, Iowa, August 12, 2011 — What does it mean to “Go Green?” ARAG and 35 local ‘green’ businesses, agencies and organizations will be on-hand to answer that question during the 2nd Annual ARAG Green Fair, Friday, Sept. 30, 2011, 11 a.m.…

Bernard Hodes Group's Presence In Philadelphia Continues To Grow

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

Susan Walsh joins Philly-based team as a client strategist New York, NY – August 10, 2011 – Bernard Hodes Group, a leading provider of integrated talent solutions, has announced the addition of Susan Walsh to its Philadelphia, PA based team as a client strategist. Walsh, who has nearly 20 years of experience in the recruitment…

Medical Insurance Costs on the Rise for Manufacturers and Distributors

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

Kansas City, Kan.— August 11, 2011 — Medical insurance costs are continuing to rise for manufacturing and distribution employers across the country. The 2011 Compensation Data Manufacturing & Distribution survey results show manufacturers and distributors reported an average premium increase of 11 percent. Sixty five percent of respondents indicated they pay more than $9,600 annually…

GIS Announces Dynamic Enhancements to the Pangea Talent Acquisition Suite

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

The e-recruitment solution experts at General Information Services, Inc. (GIS) have added an extensive assortment of valuable enhancements to the Pangea Talent Acquisition Suite. Though Pangea is well known as an optimal talent acquisition solution for high volume hourly hiring, it is equally capable of satisfying an organizations salaried position recruiting needs. The new enhancements…

Severance Plans Weathered the Recession and Continue to be a Key Employee Benefit

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

August 16, 2011 — SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. — A bit of comfort for terminated workers: While companies have been slashing payrolls in recent years, a new study finds that at least they haven’t been trimming their severance packages. Severance and change-in-control plans have survived the recession fairly intact, according to a study released this week by…

TALX to Provide Unemployment and Assessment Expertise at Upcoming State SHRM Conferences

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

ST. LOUIS (Aug. 16, 2011) — WHO: Subject matter experts from TALX, provider of Equifax Workforce Solutions and a leader in human resource, payroll and tax-related services WHAT: Will present solutions to help companies better manage unemployment expenses during the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) HR Florida State Conference & Expo. TALX industry experts…

TEDS Announces New Talent Acquisition and Staffing Capabilities

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

TEDS, Inc, a visionary company with over two decades of experience in maximizing employee and organizational performance, has announced a host of new and robust capabilities for organizations seeking to streamline their workforce, increase efficiencies and maximize profits. Some of these capabilities are powerful revisions and updates to existing functionalities in TEDS’ talent acquisition and…

Berkshire Associates Named One of Baltimore's Largest Woman-Owned Businesses

By HR Vendor News | August 16, 2011

COLUMBIA, MD— August 16, 2011, The Baltimore Business Journal has named Berkshire Associates Inc. one of the top Largest Woman-Owned Businesses in the Baltimore area for 2011. Berkshire is a leading human resource consulting and software development firm working with thousands of clients throughout the nation to meet their affirmative action, applicant management, compensation, workforce…