Do you know how many printers your company owns? Do you know if they are inkjets or laser printers? Do you know the difference between the two? If you can’t answer yes or don’t know, it’s time to take action, says Matt White of Blue Technologies.
Business owners don’t have the time or skills to investigate questionable workers’ compensation or general liability claims. You need someone to fight on your behalf, says Kerry Stafford of Arthur J. Gallagher. Find out about claims advocacy, including how technology is helping uncover the truth.
There are many foreign companies that would like to establish a presence in the U.S. But before doing so, there’s a lot to consider. That’s why it’s important to think through your decisions and processes early, in order to function well in the marketplace, says Sequent’s William F. Hutter.
Health savings accounts (HSAs) have become one of the more popular spending accounts for both employees and employers. JRG Advisors’ Frances Horn explains how HSAs typically work within high-deductible health plans and how recent IRS changes will affect that in 2017.
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit incentivizes employers to hire people from target groups who face barriers to employment. Still, companies balk because they’re concerned about being accused of discrimination, the administrative requirements or the credit’s renewal. Terracina Maxwell of Clarus Solutions discusses why employers should give it a second look.
Over the past 20 years, the popularity of wellness programs has intensified, especially as health care costs have risen. But not all wellness programs are created equal. Choosing the one that best suits a specific company can be a challenge. UPMC Health Plan’s Stephen T. Doyle discusses what to look for in a wellness program.
Too many times how a company finances equipment is the last decision made. But it shouldn’t be. Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman says often companies see they have a lot of unencumbered money on their balance sheet and decide they’ll use it to buy equipment outright, rather than financing a purchase.
The benefits of remote deposit capture technology and how it can help your business. Tips from Consumers National Bank’s Debbie Miller.
Companies that offer employees a 401(k) plan must recognize their responsibility to act in the best interests of those employees, says David C. Barth, AIF, a financial consultant at AXA Advisors, LLC. He discusses best practices when it comes to managing your company’s 401(k) plan.
Chris Zito, president of Zito Insurance Agency, explores what employers need to know about business interruption coverage.
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