The federal agency recently called out the nation's leading pharmacy benefit managers for inflating prices, driving up pharmacy costs for both employers and employees.
The recent deadly plane crash in Washington, D.C., was the latest tragic headline that may have employees "doomscrolling"—to the detriment of their mental health and work productivity.
"These are life issues, not work policies," says Josh Bersin. That's one of many reasons the mandate, issued on President Trump's first day back in office, could have lasting impacts on both the government and private sectors.
As union activity ticks up, more employers may strengthen paid parental leave and other benefits to improve employee experience and drive loyalty, experts say.
Financial wellness benefits are powerful tools for attracting and retaining talent, and the HR tech market growth in this area is promising, experts say.
Layoffs might be inevitable but doing them thoughtlessly is "cowardly and inhumane," sending a clear message to employees that they aren't cared about, these HR experts write.
