HR Audit: A Measure of SuccessHave you audited your HR department? M. Lee Smith Publishers says measuring the effectiveness of HR functions is as important as employee evaluations.
HRO Buyers Focused on Value Creation and Technology Rather Than Cost SavingsA recent study finds the best technology is out weighing cost for HRO Buyers, Everett Research Institute conducted the study.
Does IT Matter? Hackett recently concluded that the answer to Does IT Matter is, yes and there are five key ways IT can drive a competitive advantage.
The Top Ten Myths and Realities about Business Coaching, According to Your Strategic Thinking CoachDoes anyone really need a business coach? Glenn Ebersole uncovers the top ten myths about business coaching.
STAYING PUT - Executive Survey Finds Most CFOs Have Not Identified a SuccessorFew financial executives know who will fill their shoes one day -- likely because most have no plans for leaving their current role, a new
survey by Robert Half Management Resources shows.
Illinois Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Sixty-seven percent of Illinois companies had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – Illinois annual survey of 367 employers.
Perth Leadership Institute Announces White Paper on Innovator Financial Styles White paper links executives’ innovator financial styles to profitability and competitive superiority.
Human Capital Institute and Cornerstone OnDemand Announce AgreementCornerstone and the Human Capital Institute will form a strong foundation for the development of HCI research, education, events, and decision support tools.
PeopleFilter Webcast Participants Left Questioning Current Hiring ProcessesPeopleFilter’s Hospitality Industry Hiring Event Leads Attendees to Consider Examining Recruiting Processes and Technology
Leadership Brand: It’s the Real Thing!How do you brand yourself as leader? By exploring leadership from a brand perspective you gain insights into yourself as well as insights into how others perceive you, says John Baldoni.
Mobile Application for Staffing Firms Now with More Wireless PowerTempWorks Software’s mobile application offers business continuity from any location.
Human Resources Technology Company Announces New Sales DirectorBrian Stenklyft to work with brokers, carriers, human resources managers
in San Francisco, Sacramento and Northernmost California to help companies
automate benefits management with BeneTrac
TEDS releases Compliance and Competencies Case Study on Dominion Resources. TEDS releases Compliance and Competencies Case Study on Dominion Resources. By Bersin & Associates' Chris Howard, Principal Analyst.
Batrus Hollweg Study Examines Manager Candidate Characteristics of Quick Service RestaurantsStudy of assessment scores for manager candidates of quick service and fast casual restaurants reveals surprisingly lower assessment scores today versus five years ago in two critical areas: leadership and commitment to quality.
Corporate Executive Board and Allen & Company LLC Make Strategic Investment in Real-Time Salary DataFunding for PayScale, Inc. signals increasing business and consumer need for Web-based compensation source.
Thinking of Retiring on the Beach? Start Saving NowThe task of creating a substantial savings account can be daunting, but according to the preliminary results from the Compensation Data 2007 survey, 97.4 percent of organizations offer a solution in the form of pension plans.
Zywave Unveils Latest Version of Powerful Claims Analysis Tool for Benefits BrokersFor a broker, the gap in the supply of reliable, easily understood healthcare cost and utilization reporting presents a tremendous service opportunity. Claims analysis tools like Decision Master Warehouse helps brokers determine options that reduce costs but still benefit the employees, increasing the value of their services to their clients and differentiating themselves from the competition.
Is Your Job in Jeopardy? Be Alert to "Fire Alarms" that Might Mean a Case of 'Employment-InterruptusSubtle clues often precede terminations says on line recruiter WallStJobs.com.
Great Place to Work® Institute Seeks Nominees for 2008 Best Small & Medium Places to WorkFree Webinar in late July highlights 2007 list and outlines benefits of process.
BenefitsEssentials.com Wins 2007 APEX AwardBenefitsEssentials.com, a comprehensive web-based library covering Human Resources, Employee Benefits, and related subjects has been awarded the 2007 APEX Award for Publication Excellence.
Drexel Online Launches Online Master's in Human ResourcesDrexel University Online, a pioneer in Internet-based education programs, has recently launched the new Master of Science in Human Resource Development degree program.
SumTotal Systems to Present at the C.E. Unterberg, Towbin Emerging Growth Opportunities ConferenceSumTotal(R) Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:SUMT), a global provider of talent and learning
solutions, today announced that Don Fowler, Chief Executive Officer,
will present to investors at the C.E. Unterberg, Towbin Emerging
Growth Opportunities Conference on July 12, 2007 at Mandarin Oriental
Hotel in New York.
Ohio Employees Pack Their Bags for a Summer VacationAs the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a summer vacation.
Boeing Employees Credit Union ``Live'' and Projecting Savings with Ultimate Software's UltiProWeb-Based Software Adds MySpace-Style Features to Connect Workers, Reduce TurnoverSocial Networking Enters HR World with Mentor Scout 2.0,
Aiding Talent Management & Retention for Younger Employees
Thinking of Retiring on the Beach? Start Saving Now.Most U.S. employees know they should save more for retirement. However with the personal savings rate at negative 1.4 percent (www.bea.gov/newsreleases/national/pi/pinewsrelease.htm), individuals are spending more than they earn, depleting their savings and increasing debt.
Leading Organizations Adopt Oracle® Applications for Talent ManagementCustomers Optimize Workforce by Relying on Oracle's Integrated Approach to Strategically Attract, Develop and Retain Talent
CNET Networks Expands Executive Management Team with Accomplished Human Resources Jose Martin Joins as SVP, Human Resources and Andy Sherman as SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Recruiting Blogger Covers Annual SHRM ExpoThe RecruitingFly Guy covers the human resource show like only a blogger can.
iCIMS Employees Join in the Effort to Clean Up the New Jersey CoastlineiCIMS, a leading Software as a Service (SaaS) provider of Talent Platforms, announced the results of its Clean Ocean Action (COA) beach sweep today.
HCR Software Solutions Hosts CompConnect for ADP Enterprise WebinarsThe CompConnect for ADP Enterprise Webinar will be held at different times on three days.
Use links provided to register:
Thursday, July 12, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
New website offers help for struggling job seekers trying to stand out in today's marketplaceHandling Problem Resumes - New How To Service From A Career Expert Provides Answers To This Dilemma and Many More
SumTotal Systems Announces Second Quarter 2007 Earnings Release and Conference Call DateSumTotal(R) Systems (NASDAQ:SUMT), a global provider of talent and learning
management solutions, will host its second quarter 2007 earnings
conference call on Tuesday, July 31, 2007.
2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Minnesota and WisconsinThe newly released Compensation Data – Minnesota/Wisconsin annual survey of 143 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.73 percent for 2007 and are projected to stay the same in 2008.
Shooting Star Casino Achieves 250 Percent ROI with Kronos® for GamingNucleus Research finds that increased productivity, improved employee morale, and enhanced management of FMLA-related cases contribute to ROI
HR.com to offer Premier Members free access to the AthenaOnline library. Individual and enterprise-wide subscriptions will also be available through HR.com.
CyberShift’s Workforce Management Solution Implemented by The St. Joe CompanyCyberShift’s Time and Attendance and Employee Scheduling Solution Selected to Help The St. Joe Company More Effectively Deploy Workforce to Address Customer Needs
New website offers help for struggling job seekers trying to stand out in today's marketplaceHandling Problem Resumes - New How To Service From A Career Expert Provides Answers To This Dilemma and Many More
Many Workers Struggle With Basic Health Benefit Terms, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsMany U.S. employees don’t understand how their health care coverage works and admit their familiarity with the most basic
health care vocabulary needs improvement, according to a survey by Watson
Wyatt, a leading global consulting firm.
Creating a New Revolution: An IHRIM Human Capital Measurement and Analytics Event The success or failure of most organizations in the years ahead will lie in the knowledge and competitiveness of their human capital.
CALLS TO EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ON THE RISE Bensinger, DuPont & Associates (BDA), a national Employee Assistance Program and helpline organization, has seen a 74% increase in the number of calls to its EAP services in the first six months of 2007 versus the same time period in 2006.
Zywave, Inc. announced the 5.0 version release of Decision Master® Warehouse (DMW)DMW is a claims analysis tool for brokers that uses clients’ real data for strategic management of healthcare and Rx costs and utilization.
FAIRFAX COUNTY JOINS GROWING LIST OF GOVERNMENT CUSTOMERS DEPLOYING PLATEAU’S TALENT MANAGEMENT County Government Selects Plateau Career & Succession and Plateau Performance to Facilitate
Career Development Across Critical Positions
Arbita Sponsors HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007 Brings Together HR Industry Thought Leaders in Technology and Strategy
Thought Leader Interview with Terry Bickham and Allison Rossett: “Wow! Open Door Training Q and A” How do you take training “Beyond the Podium”? Allison Rossett knows. Allison joined Terry Bickham of Deloitte and Touche and David Creelman answer questions about training in the classroom and out.
HCR Software Solutions to Host Webinar on Selecting Compensation and Performance Management SoftwareHCR Software Solutions, will host a free Webinar, “Best Practices for Selecting Compensation and Performance Management Software,” presented by Frank Candio, Managing Partner of Cambridge Resources
ACS/Buck to Provide Lafarge Canada With Pension Plan Administration ServicesACS/Buck, one of Canada’s leading human resource and benefits consulting firms, today announced that it has been retained by Lafarge to continue providing administration services for Lafarge’s Canadian defined benefit pension plans. ACS/Buck has provided services to Lafarge since 1997.
David Meerman Scott Headlines July 17 Webinar to Show HR suppliers How to Target Buyers DirectlyHRmarketer.com revisits the "New Rules" of marketing and public relations that includes blogs, podcasts, search-optimized press releases and other forms of viral marketing
Ultimate Software Schedules Second Quarter 2007 Financial Results Conference Call Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end, strategic human
resources, payroll and talent management solutions, will be hosting a
conference call on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
XMei International Launches U.S.-China Business Workshop SeriesGlobalization expert and professor to lead first executive workshop
HR.com Enters Into Partnership with AthenaOnline as Part of Ongoing Commitment to HR EducationHR.com to offer Premier Members free access to the AthenaOnline library. Individual and enterprise-wide subscriptions will also be available through HR.com.
HR.com Launches Revolutionary New Social Networking Website for HR ProfessionalsHR.com’s new website will allow HR professionals to connect, network and share their expertise and experiences in a solutions-oriented online environment.
Arbita Sponsors HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit Brings Together HR Industry Thought Leaders in Technology and Strategy
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Continues to Increase in Iowa and NebraskaIn past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions.
MyHealthCoach.com Helps Employees Keep Fitness CommitmentsMyHealthCoach.com is a valuable employee benefit to help workers balance work and family issues.
C&B Consulting Introduces LifeGuide, a Comprehensive Work/Life Resource C&B Consulting Group, a strategically-focused benefits advisory firm, today announced the release of LifeGuide, a comprehensive work/life resource available to employees 24 hours a day. LifeGuide is designed to help manage time-consuming work/life issues that many employees face in today’s demanding business world.
C&B Consulting Introduces LifeGuide, a Comprehensive Work/Life ResourceWeb-based tool designed to improve productivity.
Sterling Testing Systems and EthicsPoint Announce Strategic AlliancePartnership will deliver end-to-end solution integrating issue and event resolution and employment screening management.
SMARTPOST ANNOUNCES STATE AGENCY AND VETERAN POSTING SUPPORTOffering Cost-Effective Compliance Solution After America’s Job Bank
QTC Medical Services Opts for GeoLearning's SaaS LMS SuiteNation's largest private provider of medical examinations and disability evaluations selects GeoExpress™ LMS platform delivered Software as a Service.
“SHARING[at]LEARNSHARE” RETURNS TO ATLANTALeading Training & Development Conference Celebrates Best Practices
An IHRIM Human Capital Measurement and Analytics Event Scheduled for Philadelphia, PAIHRIM, the leading professional association for knowledge, education and solutions supporting human capital management is presenting a one and one-half day event, “Human Capital Measurement and Analytics: Creating a New Revolution,” to be held at the Hilton Philadelphia Airport, September 18-19, 2007.
TalentFusion Names New Vice President of SalesJim Del Rosario Joins the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Leader
iCIMS Employees Join in the Effort to Clean Up the New Jersey CoastlineCustomer Service Specialists Shift Focus to Community Service
The Conference Board Help-Wanted Advertising Index Dips Two Points A slower summer for the labor market? The Conference Board examines the latest results.
Judging Potential: Two Components, Three Steps, Four JudgmentsHow do you know when you have the right person for the right job? Pat Rowe advises.
The Card Club: Poker Anyone?Leaders and poker... what do they really have in common? Q4B Co-founder, Scott Beardsley has the deal.
Ask the Coach - Issue 39: Business Case for Onboarding Coaching? It’s often difficult to win funding for “soft” programs like onboarding coaching. Don’t miss Executive Coach, Merry Marcus’ recommendations for gaining budget approval for your onboarding program.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: FavoritismFavoritism in the workplace? Joan Lloyd looks at the problem of pet employees and has some suggestions to help organizations keep workplace relations on an even playing field.
Record-breaking Tech Wages Reported in First QuarterYoh Index of Technology Wages reports highest average wages for technology workers.
Most Companies Will Need To Recruit New Senior Execs From OutsideThey'll be looking from the inside out for leadership talent, according to a survey by the Salveson Stetson Group.
Can You Double Your Chances? Recent studies show an alarming trend. . . within the next few years, attracting and retaining key talent will become more and more difficult. Nathan Greeno shows how to make a win-win situation in talent management.
Talent Management: The Latest and Greatest?Talent Management is not what it seems. As Dr. Wendell Williams explains, Talent Management requires many elements.
Pay-for-Performance: Building the New Goal-Driven, Performance-Oriented CultureFor most organizations, annual employee reviews and compensation adjustments are processes that are time consuming, burdensome, and riddled with complexity and inaccuracy, says Christopher Faust, Executive Vice President of Global Strategy for Softscape.
Common Mistakes in Managing Organizational Change Everything new is... hard to get used to for many employees. Changes may prove progression, but as Charlie Wonderlic explains, many employees are slow to accept anything new.
Survey Shows Working Capital Improvement Stalled REL/CFO Magazine survey shows working capital improvement stalled for the first time in a decade. The study shows it was driven by slowing sales growth and increases in overseas manufacturing.
Foreign Companies Targeted in Wage Disputes in ChinaPacific Bridge reports on stories that have surfaced recently pointing at large American corporations underpaying employees in other countries.
Selecting the Right Employee Self-service System: It’s in the WizardsEmployee self-service has whisked its way into the workplace making it almost as popular as the internet. As BeneTrac's Art Brooks, Brian Daley and Michael House tell us, self-service can owe its popularity to the wizards.
It’s The Cover-up, Once AgainObstruction of Justice. . . just what exactly does that mean. It's a very broad term that should not be taking lightly, says Larry Bumgardner. M. Lee Smith Publishers shares his article.
Japan to Encourage Working Mothers to Return to the Labor ForceJapan is planning more monetary support for raising children. And they are hoping that will mean that more mothers will be drawn back into the workforce. Pacific Bridge shares this story.
Texas Roadhouse (NasdaqGS: TXRH), has selected Deploy Solutions as its talent management partner.“Deploy has the capability and experience to handle all aspects of the employee lifecycle for Texas Roadhouse, including hourly employees, field management, and employees at our Support Center.
G&M Moving and Storage Inc. under new ownershipCincinnati agency ensures smooth transition during change of ownership
Non-Profit Firms Face Many Challenges With Advent of Retirement of Baby-BoomersNon-Proft organizations have not invested in human resource management that will help them when baby boomers retire. The Conference Board recently studied the issue.
itzbig has Big Plans for Bringing a Quality Experience to Job SeekersWith job security a thing of the past, itzbig stepped into the void today with an interactive network that connects talented professionals with appropriate job opportunities at companies hiring in Texas.
Hot Spots: Why Some Teams, Workplaces, and Organizations Buzz with Energy - 600 Word ReviewHot Spots are places and times—workplaces, teams, departments, companies, factories, cities, industries, coffee shops, hallways, and/or conferences—where people work in exceptionally creative and collaborative ways, creating great energy, innovation, productivity, and excitement. Find out more. Read this review.
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Employers Fall Short in Managing Compensation to Drive Business ResultsAuthoria survey highlights the gap between the view of Compensation as vital to achieving corporate goals, and effectiveness in using It.
New Insourced Job Search Application Trashes Junk Jobs, Empowers UsersNationwide job search provider Insourced has recently expanded its offerings to include a free job board and the industry's first user-powered job rating system.
Planned Administrators Inc. and BCS Insurance Company Launch Educational Podcast SeriesInsurance brokers, HR executives listen and learn with industry's first podcast series -- educational program offers new insights into emerging limited benefits market.
ERS Hire Announces Domain ChangeEmployment Record Service LLC announced today that they have changed their employment screening and verifications services web domain (ERS Hire) to Pinpoint America™.
Worker Confidence Plunges to Lowest Level Since SeptemberMore workers are concerned they are going to lose their jobs, while confidence among managers dropped, according to the Hudson Employment Index.
Joan Lloyd's HR Words of Advice: Mentor TrainingMentoring new employees may help integrate new faces into your business successfully, but how do you train the mentor? Joan Lloyd shares her advice.
Most Workers Won't Share Career Plans With EmployerIt's your guess what your employees are thinking about their career plans, according to a survey by BlessingWhite.
Recruiter Confidence Moderates In June There will continue to be an increase in the demand for senior talent in the second half of 2007, says the Recruiter Confidence Index (RCI).
Flexibility - Closing the How to GapThe how to gap recognizes strategic importance to operationalized reality. How do we close that gap? How do we make flexibility real? Cali Williams Yost of Work+Life Fit, Inc. shares how in this webcast transcription.
The Lakewood Resoruce and Referral Center and MassMutual Sponsor Second SetThe Lakewood Resource and Referral Center and MassMutual Sponsor Second Set of
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MassMutual's LifeBridge Program has Already Given Away $350 Million of Free
Insurance to Eligible Working Parents
Summertime is No Time for Career ComplacencyJobfox Career Expert Provides Tips for Keeping
Your Career from Taking a Vacation
Retaining Youth: You’ve Hired Them. Now How Can You Keep Them Around? Cam Marston, author of Motivating the "What's in it For Me?" Workforce, says to understand who your employees are and what drives them to succeed, perhaps it’s easiest to understand who they are not you.