By Allen Smith, J.D. California’s “right to disconnect” bill would harm businesses and employees if it is enacted, legal experts say. SHRM opposes the bill. The bill, AB 2751, would require an employer to establish a workplace policy that provides employees the right to disconnect from communications from the employer during nonworking hours, said...
Oh, I’m so glad you asked that question. It’s a big concern that that employers have right now, because as of July 1st, employers were paying employees a salary, which not paying overtime, which really is exempt, not salary. And now the Department of Labor issued a regulation that says as of July 1st, if...
An HR (Human Resources) Consultant plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s HR practices. Their responsibilities can vary widely depending on the needs of the client, but generally, an HR Consultant performs the following tasks: HR Strategy and Planning Developing HR Strategies: Formulating long-term HR strategies aligned...
By Kathryn Mayer As inflation and the job market continue to cool down from their previous red-hot pace, U.S. employers are giving more conservative pay raises in 2024—and they expect to go even lower in 2025, according to new reports. Roughly half (47%) of U.S. organizations report that their salary budgets for the...
Introduction Human Resources (HR) consulting plays a crucial role in the growth and development of businesses by providing expert advice and strategies for managing a company’s workforce. This service has become increasingly essential in today’s complex and dynamic business environment. Below, we explore the various reasons why HR consulting is important for organizations of...
By Kathryn Mayer New data provides more evidence that employers looking to attract talent will want to post salary ranges in their job descriptions or else lose out on potential hires. In a recent survey of more than 1,000 workers by talent firm Robert Half, 41% of professionals said they would lose interest...
Human Resource (HR) consulting is a professional service that provides advice, guidance, and support to organizations on various aspects of human resource management. HR consultants help companies improve their HR practices, enhance employee performance, and ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations. Key Functions of HR Consulting Recruitment and Staffing Talent Acquisition: Identifying...
By Barbara A. Gabriel Conflict in the workplace—as in all of life—is inevitable. In fact, if you never disagree with someone at work, said Sarah Noll Wilson, you’re doing something wrong. Noll Wilson—founder and president of Sarah Noll Wilson Inc., a consulting firm that helps organizational leaders build and repair their teams—led a...
Outsourcing benefits administration can offer several advantages for organizations: Expertise: Benefit administration companies specialize in managing employee benefits. They have the expertise and resources to handle complex tasks efficiently, such as compliance with ever-changing regulations, navigating insurance requirements, and managing employee inquiries. Cost savings: Outsourcing benefits administration can often be more cost-effective than handling...
By Allen Smith, J.D. Employees around the world were at risk of not being paid on time due to the massive tech outage that began July 19 when CrowdStrike, a Texas-based cybersecurity company, updated its software. We’ve gathered articles on the news from SHRM Online and other outlets. Costly Update Bug Hits Windows Users ...
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