Browse COVID-19 Vaccine Archives by HR Executive

The COVID-19 public health emergency is ending. Now what for HR?

Jeffrey Levin-Scherz and Patricia Toro - February 10, 2023

Employers continue to play an important role in protecting the health and safety of employees and their families.

How the talent squeeze is driving flexible work options

Tom Starner - May 13, 2022

A new survey from labor firm Littler reveals that employers remain concerned about the lack of talent supply.

Here’s how Americans think employers have done on the pandemic

Tom Starner - March 8, 2022

A new survey highlights what employers have done that works—and doesn't work—for employees in the wake of COVID.

What’s ahead for benefits policy this year?

Kathryn Mayer - March 7, 2022

Expect moves on prescription drug costs, mental health and more, says American Benefits Council President and HBLC keynoter Jim Klein.

5 of the biggest benefits trends coming this year

Kathryn Mayer - February 18, 2022

From a renewed focus on physical wellness to more lifestyle perks, this is what experts see on the horizon.

HR’s next big vaccine decision: Are we requiring booster shots?

Kathryn Mayer - February 9, 2022

'Companies are struggling with this one,' says Brian Kropp, chief of research in the Gartner HR practice.

How employers are rethinking vaccines as Starbucks, GE drop mandates

Kathryn Mayer - February 2, 2022

Since the Supreme Court ruling on employer mandates, organizations are rethinking their safety measures and face difficult questions, experts say.

What’s Keeping HR Up at Night? The Great Resignation and more, our survey shows

Kathryn Mayer - January 24, 2022

The annual survey from 'HRE’ identifies HR leaders’ biggest stresses and priorities.

Are you ready? Here are the top regulatory concerns facing HR this year

Tom Starner - January 20, 2022

With COVID-19 continuing to dominate headlines, a new report puts workplace safety at the top of the list.

Your insider look at the upcoming Health & Benefits Leadership Conference

Kathryn Mayer - January 20, 2022

The April event will feature respected thought leaders and experts sharing valuable insights into the future of HR and benefits.

Number of the day: employer vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer - January 19, 2022

Here’s how many employers were requiring workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before the Supreme Court ruling—and here’s what that means for HR leaders.

HR and Omicron: What’s the best response right now?

Kathryn Mayer - January 18, 2022

Neal Mills, Aon's chief medical officer, emphasizes the importance of communication, flexibility and mental health help during the disruption caused by the variant.

7 takeaways from the Supreme Court vaccine mandate ruling

Kathryn Mayer - January 14, 2022

The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for employers, which required businesses with 100 or more employees to implement a...

Cappelli: Has the time come for employers to mandate vaccines?

Peter Cappelli - January 14, 2022

We are all disappointed to read another pandemic column, but it continues to be the hot topic. At the moment the particular issue is...

Supreme Court ruling puts HR back in charge of vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer - January 14, 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for employers, a ruling that leaves vaccine decisions in the hands of...

5 things to know as Supreme Court takes on vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer - January 7, 2022

After months of uncertainty, many employers will soon have an answer as to whether or not they need to proceed with COVID-19 vaccination mandates...

7 ways to improve the effectiveness of your vaccine surcharges

Jeff Levin-Scherz - January 7, 2022

Companies continue to look to mitigate their business risks by increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates, as unvaccinated employees are more likely to bring COVID-19 into...

Hoping for hybrid, remote success in 2022? Look to your leaders

Jen Colletta - January 7, 2022

As 2022 gets underway and employees’ expectations continue to evolve, employers are racing to develop future-of-work plans that take into account what their workforces...

How booster shots can help employers manage Omicron surge

Kathryn Mayer - January 7, 2022

As the Omicron variant surges across the nation, resulting in a record number of COVID infections, employers have their eyes on one significant job:...

What’s next for HR after court reinstates Biden’s vaccine mandate?

Kathryn Mayer - December 23, 2021

Quick action and communication are key, experts say.

Brooks: Did 2021 finally break HR?

Ben Brooks - December 21, 2021

Reflecting on a year filled with dramatic change, challenge and chaos that may reshape HR forever.

Why The Home Depot builds its own employee retention solutions

Phil Albinus - December 17, 2021

Thanks to its vast footprint and 500K+ workforce, the DIY hardware giant crafts its own HR technology.

Kroger adds penalties for unvaccinated. Will more employers follow?

Kathryn Mayer - December 17, 2021

The move sends a strong message to employees who choose not to be vaccinated.

HRE’s number of the day: employer vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer - December 16, 2021

About half of organizations have already implemented a COVID-19 vaccine mandate or are planning to.

The 5 biggest benefit trends of 2021

Kathryn Mayer - December 14, 2021

The pandemic continued to shape innovation in the benefits space.

With Biden’s vaccine mandate in flux, communication is vital

Kathryn Mayer - December 8, 2021

Legal experts say employers should talk to workers now about their plans, regardless of whether the rule will be upheld.

With vaccine mandate in flux, employee communication is vital

Kathryn Mayer - December 3, 2021

Legal experts say employers should talk to workers now about their plans, regardless of whether the rule will be upheld.

Omicron is here. Why ‘watching and learning’ are best right now

Kathryn Mayer - December 1, 2021

As the new variant is detected in the U.S., vaccines, communication and adaptability are key to helping workers through the latest stage of the pandemic.

The latest on vaccine mandates: All the stories you need to read

Kathryn Mayer - November 30, 2021

Here's all of our recent coverage tracking the HR implications of the quickly developing news.

How employers are reacting to the hold on Biden’s vaccine mandate

Kathryn Mayer - November 30, 2021

A new survey–conducted before the Omicron variant was discovered–finds that more than half will require employee vaccines.

Number of the Day: Vaccine status dishonesty

Nick Otto - November 24, 2021

Will employees lie to you about their vaccine status to keep their job? New research says possibly.

COVID booster shots are here. What should employers do?

Kathryn Mayer - November 19, 2021

As additional shots earn FDA and CDC authorization, company leaders need to beef up communication–but also focus on the biggest priority.

OSHA suspends vaccine enforcement; what’s the next move for HR?

Kathryn Mayer - November 19, 2021

The decision leaves organizations in a difficult spot, but walking back plans may prove even more complicated, experts say.

Vaccine requirements to become the norm in job listings

Kathryn Mayer - November 16, 2021

Vaccine requirements in job posts leap an 'unprecedented' amount, data finds, and will only grow in the coming months.

Challenges ahead: 3 HR leaders share insights into the next five years

Nick Otto - November 15, 2021

Workplace and benefits leaders predict obstacles that CHROs might expect in the coming years.

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