Accountemps recently released an article with facts about temporary workers. While it is common to think of contingent employment as the province of clerical and manufacturing workers, or retail professionals working seasonal positions, that is no longer the case.Contingent workers are in extremely high demand in every sector of the workforce, from entry-level to executive…

Under the Affordable Care Act, employers will be able to offer significant financial incentives to workers who participate in wellness programs - as well as penalties for those who choose not to do so. These will apply to tobacco users who choose not to quit, and are fairly straightforward. The incentives it is possible to…

Many employers have or are considering a BYOD, or Bring-Your-Own-Device, policy in the workplace. BYOD allows workers to bring computers or mobile gadgets to work with which they are comfortable and familiar. It can also bolster a culture of working from anywhere, which can be very desirable to some firms. According to BLR, a BYOD policy…

It is important to human resource administration to ensure all company policies remain in compliance with federal and state law. The repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act has changed many things for the human resource community, and whether or not a business needs to take action on a specific front may be unclear. The…

Recruiters who are looking for permanent or temporary workers may wish to consider expanding their efforts to social media sites. These can be excellent opportunities to connect with candidates where they spend much of their time. Additionally, available features and programs for data analysis can point recruiters in the direction of their ideal candidates.In leveraging…

Though enforcement of many aspects of the Affordable Care Act has been delayed, there are still requirements with which employers must comply. By October 1, 2013, employers must inform their staff about public-exchange insurance options that may be available to them. This notice must be delivered automatically and free of charge to all employees, whether…

According to a recent survey from Jive Software and Harris Interactive, 91 percent of U.S., U.K. and Australian employees complete work tasks on time off. This includes any time that does not officially fall under working hours. In fact, 29 percent of U.S. workers spend more than ten hours a week working on their time…

Statistically, it is fairly likely that employers will encounter workers with substance abuse issues at some point. Should this occur, it is necessary to address the situation correctly. This can ensure employee and employer approach one another with respect, and can also prevent negative ramifications legally.As most human resources professionals know, it is a good…

In June, the Society for Human Resource Management surveyed hundreds of HR professionals at its annual conference. According to the results, recent areas of concern in human resources administration include employee relations, recruiting, health care reform, leadership, compliance and training and development.A reputable staffing and human resources outsourcing firm can be a solution to worries…

Staffing firms and recruiters are reporting quite a bit of difficulty in sourcing qualified candidates for many positions. As a result, some organizations have begun to offer online courses to help job seekers develop the skills they'll require to get the positions they want.These courses can cover topics like HTML 5 and other computer tasks.…