How to use tiered and narrow networks to control health care costs

When done right, health insurance plans with restricted networks can save money without sacrificing quality. However, limited networks can confuse even the most astute employer — not to mention employees. Kimberly Cepullio, of UPMC Health Plan, clears up the confusion on tiered and narrow networks.

A look at payment methods — their costs, risks and benefits

Companies of all sizes tend to face challenges when it comes to managing working capital. Suppliers want to be paid quickly, but companies want to pay slower. Jim Altman, of Huntington Bank, discusses cash flow management and payment options that benefit both payers and suppliers.

How to chart your risk course with a risk heat map

As a business leader, you inherently take steps to mitigate the risks you deal with every day. Dereck M. Malzi, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., shares how risk heat maps work and why you should take a fresh look at your organization’s risks through a different lens.

The new technology that enhances employee benefits

Some good has been born out of the Affordable Care Act, and most of it is centered on development of technologies to support new plan designs and pricing, data accessibility and transparency. JRG Advisors’ Aaron Ochs explains how technology is enhancing how employee benefits can be managed today.