Human Resources: Compensation

Workscape Reports Third Quarter Year-to-Date Results;Sales Exceed More than 200% of Same Period 2006
New and Renewed Client Relationships, Expanded Product Line and New Market Opportunities Highlight Third Quarter Momentum

CALLIDUS TRUEANALYTICS 5.2 OFFERS NEXT GENERATION ANALYTICS
CALLIDUS TRUEANALYTICS 5.2 OFFERS NEXT GENERATION ANALYTICS FOR UNMATCHED INSIGHT INTO SALES PERFORMANCE New Features Include Strong Visualization, Rich Interactive Dashboards and Powerful Management Reporting

New Module Offers End-to-End Integrated Producer Administration and Compensation for Insurance
CALLIDUS TRUEPRODUCER 5.2 - INDUSTRY’S ONLY INTEGRATED SOLUTION FOR PRODUCER AND COMPENSATION MANAGEMENT

HR.com (www.hr.com) is launching the first virtual and online conference
HR.com (www.hr.com) is launching the first virtual and online conference designed for HR professionals, including specialists in Benefits, Sourcing, HRO, Compensation, Incentives, Training, Consumer Directed Healthcare and Staffing, December 12-13th, 2007.

The Virtual Interactive Educational World for HR December 12-13th, 2007
HR.com (www.hr.com) is launching the first virtual and online conference designed for HR professionals, including specialists in Benefits, Sourcing, HRO, Compensation, Incentives, Training, Consumer Directed Healthcare and Staffing. Attendance is complimentary for all HR Professionals.

The Conference Board and Duke University Team for a Unique, Global Offshoring Research Project
The Conference Board to Form Research Working Group on Achieving Global Strategic Sourcing

Standing Out: Benefits That Impact Recruitment
The number of North Carolina and South Carolina organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 82.5 to 97.1 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.

Health Care Shoppers: Get Wise and Save Up to 30 Percent in 2008 with an FSA
Ceridian details savings employees can realize by taking advantage of flexible spending accounts (FSAs); offers tips for efficiently managing FSAs.

Engineering Firm Improves Human Capital Management with UltiPro
Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that TBE Group Inc., which provides engineering solutions in civil, environmental, transportation, construction services, right-of-way services and subsurface utility engineering (SUE), has used Ultimate Software's UltiPro delivered through its Intersourcing service model to automate administrative HR processes, lessen its dependence on paper for environmental and financial benefits, and help its HR staff focus on more strategic, value-added initiatives.

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index Declines Again
The competition for top performers is heating up as 96.1 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the results from the Compensation Data 2007 - Kentucky/Tennessee survey of 444 employers.

Standing Out: Benefits That Impact Recruitment
The number of Kentucky and Tennessee organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 80.7 to 96.1 percent.

Maryland Health Care Costs Increase in 2007
Sixty-nine percent of Maryland companies had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – Maryland/Virginia annual survey of 260 employers. The newly released results reported the average premium increase was 10.3 percent for all plan types.

Virginia Health Care Costs Increase in 2007
Seventy-one percent of companies in Virginia had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – Maryland/Virginia annual survey of 260 employers.

The 7 Biggest HR Compliance Issues for 2008 - Are You Ready?
During this webcast, a leading labor expert and employment attorney will review legislative changes taking affect in the upcoming months as well as the hottest topics potential future legislation

The Virtual Online Educational World for HR Professionals
The Virtual Online Educational World for HR Professionals December 12-13th, 2007

The Top 5 Bankable Jobs
According to the Compensation Data 2007 survey results, financial services’ pay increase budgets were 3.76 percent, which is higher than the national average. The industry also had high voluntary turnover rate, 13.3 percent.

PayScale Launches Meeting Cost Calculator
Meeting Miser tracks salary costs of workplace meetings.

Colorado Call Center Management Corporation Announces New Call Center Tracking Solutions
Colorado Call Center Management Corporation (CCCM), a call center and business efficiency consulting firm is announcing a New Scorecard Software that will increase the efficiency of your contact center and save you 10-20% in center labor costs.

ADP Enters New Market to Offer a Strategic Sales Performance Tool to Empower Sales
ADP Enters New Market to Offer a Strategic Sales Performance Tool to Empower Sales and Aid in Financial Compliance

The Conference Board announced today that James H. Slamp has been named Executive Vice President
The Conference Board announced today that James H. Slamp has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Slamp replaces the retiring George Convery, who served The Conference Board for 50 years.

New England Health Care Costs Increase in 2007
Seventy-four percent of companies in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – New England annual survey of 160 employers. When compared to 2006, this number has increased from 71.2 percent. The newly released results reported the average premium increase was 10 percent for all plan types.

G&A Partners to Host Webinar on Social Security 'No Match' Letters
G&A Partners, a fully integrated Houston-based human resource (HR) and administrative services company, will host its newest webinar, "Myths and Facts of Social Security 'No Match' Letters," on Nov. 1. This webinar will explore the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) new "No Match" regulations and differentiate myths from facts.

Rideau Partners with Procurement International Ltd of England
Rideau Inc. adds to its global capacity by joining forces with the UK's Procurement International Ltd to serve Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

The Power of the Individual: Understanding Reward and Recognition for Today’s Diverse Workforce
With today’s increasingly diverse workforce, it’s hard to know the best way to motivate everyone. Learn how a national study identified six distinct profiles that show dramatic differences in recognition preferences that have little to do with simple demographics. Then, hear about emerging trends that are influencing reward selections used by successful global businesses and how you can make sure you are offering the right mix.

IHRIM webinar scheduled for November 8 includes live demonstration of online personnel actions
“Our Paperless Journey: Manager Self-Service at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia” – IHRIM webinar scheduled for November 8 includes live demonstration of online personnel actions for managers

HR XCEL Selected by DAK Americas to Provide Benefits and COBRA Administration
Specialized HRO provider signs client agreement with leading supplier of commodity and specialty products

Ceridian LifeWorks Expands Multinational EAP and Work-Life Offerings
Recognizing that balancing work and life affects employees worldwide, Ceridian LifeWorks expands multinational offering in partnership with industry leader IPS Worldwide

CHD Meridian Healthcare Streamlines HR and Talent Management with UltiPro
Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that CHD Meridian Healthcare, an I-trax, Inc. company and the leading provider of workplace healthcare, has achieved significant efficiencies and strategic benefits since rolling out core UltiPro, UltiPro Performance Management, and UltiPro Salary Budget Administration delivered through Ultimate Software's software-as-a-service model, Intersourcing and has purchased UltiPro Recruitment.

Authoria Wins First Integrated Performance and Recruiting Shootout at HR Technology Conference
Audience of HR Professionals Overwhelmingly Selects Authoria Solution Over SuccessFactors, Vurv, and HRsmart

Intersourcing Speeds HR Processes for Spirit Mountain Casino
Intersourcing Speeds HR Processes for Spirit Mountain Casino and The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde

Salary.com Unveils New User Interface for Enterprise Software Products
Robust functionality delivered in easy-to-use, on-demand software enables customers to improve compensation and performance management processes

HR XCEL Offers Clients an Innovative View of Service Delivery
Utilizing innovative, cost-saving Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO) methods and technologies, HR XCEL excels at making clients’ lives easier. After enjoying a 30% annual growth rate, the firm is offering its clients yet another innovation -– 24/7 access to a Web-based "dashboard" view of HR XCEL’s service delivery.

Rideau Appoints Jay Whitehead to Board of Directors
Rideau adds to existing expertise and broadens industry experience with the appointment of its newest Board member Jay Whitehead.

Convergys Appoints Stanley Jeremiah Managing Director and Vice President of Operations
Convergys Appoints Stanley Jeremiah Managing Director and Vice President of Operations of Employee Care in Asia Pacific

Galaxy Technologies Inc. Introduces Encompass Enterprise-HRMS ™
Galaxy Technologies Encompass Enterprise-HRMS™ enables organizations to reach workforce management objectives, with a single-source, integrated human resources, benefits, time & attendance and payroll solution.

Patersons HR and Payroll Solutions Enters North American Market
One Contract, One Enterprise Interface, One Cohesive System Simplifies Complexities Associated with Increasingly Global Workforces

Halogen Software Wins Top Human Resource Product Award
Halogen eSuccession™ solution recognized for its best-practices approach and easy-to-use functionality.

Standing Out: Benefits That Impact Recruitment
The number of Arkansas and Oklahoma organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 86.9 to 96.9 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.

North and South Carolina Organizations Search for Employees in 2007
The competition for top performers is heating up as 97.1 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007

Executive Perks Keep Employees Plugged In
The newly released Executive Compensation 2007/2008 survey of nearly 5,300 employers found 63.2 percent of organizations offer cell phones to executives as a perk. Please cite any information to Compdata Surveys.

Awards Network Releases 2008 Corporate Holiday Gift Catalog
Awards Network's 2008 corporate holiday gift catalog offers a unique approach to corporate holiday gift giving in which recipients are allowed to select the gift of their choice. Fourteen distinct price collections comprised of the latest brand name lifestyle merchandise ensures there is something for any generation, demographic, and budget.

NINTH HOUSE NAMED BEST IN CLASS SOLUTION PROVIDER AT HRGOV FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
HrGOV Government Executives Vote Ninth House Solution Best in Class at 2007 Industry Event

2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Colorado and Utah
The newly released Compensation Data – Colorado/Utah annual survey of 105 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.70 percent for 2007 and are projected to be 3.67 percent in 2008.

Workscape to Unveil New Mid-Market Integrated Compensation and Performance Management Solution
Workscape to Unveil New Mid-Market Integrated Compensation and Performance Management Solution at HR Technology Conference The Power, Scalability and Flexibility of Workscape’s Industry-Leading Enterprise Compensation and Performance Solutions Now Extends to Mid-Sized Organizations

HRchitect, announced the appointment of industry veteran Ron Hanscome as Vice President
As Vice President of HCM Technology Strategy Consulting and a member of the executive team, Hanscome will lead a team of highly talented and experienced consultants in the highest growth practice at HRchitect.

North and South Carolina Employers and Employees Share Rising Costs of Health Insurance
Both organizations and employees in North and South Carolina are facing high costs for health insurance. According to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007

Makana Solutions[SM] Adds Demandware Founder and
Provider of On-Demand Sales Compensation Planning Solutions Rounds Out Board with SaaS and E-Commerce Executive

IncentOne Adds Charitable Donations to Reward Portfolio
IncentOne, the leading provider of integrated incentive solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of charitable donations to its comprehensive reward portfolio just in time for the holiday season.

California Health Care Costs Increase in 2007
Seventy-five percent of companies had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – California annual survey of 384 employers.

CEO Confidence Declines Further, The Conference Board Reports
The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence, which had declined to 45 in the second quarter of 2007, edged down to 44 in the third quarter.

Gulf Salaries Rise by 9 Percent
Intense competition, public sector pay rises, depreciating US dollar and growth in Asia driving Gulf pay increases.

Bond International Software launches new business efficiency module at ASA
INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY WITH ADAPT FINANCIALS save time, keep in touch, and focus resources

NuView Systems Acquires cort payroll software to STRENGTHEN ITS STRATEGIC Human Resource Management
Comprehensive Payroll Capabilities Available as Both a Hosted or Licensed Application

2007 Pay Increase Budgets Decrease in Oregon, Idaho and Washington
The newly released Compensation Data – Pacific Northwest annual survey of 170 companies in Oregon, Idaho and Washington found pay increase budgets are 3.6 percent for 2007 and are projected to stay the same in 2008.

SALARY.COM™ SETTLES LITIGATION WITH MERCER
All claims dismissed; no payments made by either party. Mercer confirms Salary.com’s right to load Mercer surveys for customers into Survey Center® product.

Ceridian LifeWorks Launches Cardiovascular Health Management Solution
Ceridian Cardiovascular Health Management will help employers address health care costs, lost productivity and other issues they face when an employee encounters heart-related health problems.

5 Easy Steps to Guide Employees in Negotiating Promotions and Raises
2 out of every 3 employees believe that they are underpaid, and 1 in 3 are seeking job growth opportunities -- not necessarily at their current workplace either. Most employees do not know how to prepare for and properly negotiate a raise or promotion, and so they look elsewhere. In this webcast, praised by CEO’s, CFO’s and HR professionals, learn how to help employees prepare for and negotiate raises and promotions.

Standing Out: Benefits That Impact Recruitment
The number of Florida organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 94.1 to 97.7 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.

The Conference Board Issues Guide for Managers On Speaking with Mature Workers About Retirement
Legal and Management Issues are Analyzed

MGACAREERS Releases One of the Latest Articles by SALARY.com
Given the major shifts in corporate recruiting, it is a buyer's (employer's) market now. Thus, this is a great time to focus on preparing for a job search, just in case you will need to find a job quickly. These 10 tips are good habits to manage your career in boom times. So, even if you are one of the lucky ones who are not concerned about being laid off, put the economy to work for you now. Let it motivate you to get ready for an emergency job search.

Wright Express Enhances Talent Acquisition with UltiPro Recruitment
Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that Wright Express Corporation (NYSE:WXS), a leading provider of payment processing and information management services to the U.S. commercial and government vehicle fleet industry, has enhanced its talent acquisition process with UltiPro Recruitment.

2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico
The newly released Compensation Data – Southwest annual survey of 170 companies in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico found pay increase budgets are 3.8 percent for 2007 and are projected to stay the same in 2008.

Standing Out: Benefits That Impact Recruitment
The number of Michigan organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 80.1 to 93.5 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.

More Florida Organizations Search for Employees in 2007
The competition for top performers is heating up as 97.7 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007

Toolkit for Managing Human Capital
This webcast delves into the toolkit Human Capital Management (HCM) professionals can deliver to line managers that better enable them to manage their employees.

TUT Services to Exhibit at HR Southwest Conference in Fort Worth, Texas
TUT Services, a leader in sales, service and training for Sage Abra HRMS human resources (HR) Software, will be exhibiting at the HR Southwest Conference in Fort Worth, Texas this October 23-26.

Less "Finders" More "Keepers," as More Financial Professionals are Staying Put in Their Jobs
On-Line Recruiting Firm, WallStJobs.com Offers Suggestions On Making The Most Of The Volatile Employment Market And How To Help Keep The Job You Have.

Kettering Health Network SelectsUltimate Software's End-to-End Human Resources and Talent Management
Ultimate Software(Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic humanresources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced todaythat Kettering Health Network (KHN), a leading medical provider in theMidwest with 6,930 employees, selected Ultimate Software's coreUltiPro, UltiPro Performance Management, and UltiPro Recruitment inJune 2007.

Globoforce Names Rachana Srivastava Vice President, Services
Srivastava Brings Strong Leadership in IT, Professional Services and Human Capital Management to New Position.

HireMeNow.com Launches First Online Temporary Employment Marketplace
HireMeNow.com fundamentally improves upon the way traditional temporary staffing services are delivered, by moving the business model completely online, and taking advantage of the growing acceptance of video resumes. Companies can post jobs for free and select temporary candidates directly, saving time and money. Job candidates can apply to jobs for free, completing their profile and taking skills tests from the convenience of their homes .

Buck Consultants Reports Salary Increases to Remain Stable in 2008
Pay for Performance Still an Elusive Goal

FieldMedia, LLC to Launch New Web 2.0 Websites for the Benefits and Compensation Communities
FieldMedia, LLC to Launch New Web 2.0 Websites for the Benefits and Compensation and Consumer Directed Healthcare Communities In partnership with HR.com, CDHC and Benefits and Compensations Solutions Publications move into a new interactive online environment.

TempWorks Software to Display Healthcare Staffing Solution at Industry Conference
TempWorks Software supports upcoming Healthcare Staffing Summit as Gold-level sponsor.

FieldMedia, is pleased to announce the launch of their two newly redesigned websites
In partnership with HR.com, CDHC and Benefits and Compensations Solutions Publications move into a new interactive online environment.

CyberShift to Demonstrate Workforce Management Solutions at Upcoming HR Technology Conference & Expo
CyberShift, a leading provider of global workforce and expense management software and services

PAYCHEX ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF BENETRAC
Web-based benefits enrollment and administration technology offers Paychex clients expanded opportunity to meet employee benefits needs

Webinar to Provide HR Professionals with Holiday Gift Giving Strategy
Business professionals looking simplify their corporate holiday gift giving plans should look no further. GiftCertificates.com will host a webinar on Thursday, September 13, 2007, at 12:30 p.m. CST titled, "Employee Holiday Gifts: How to Give for the Holiday Season."

New Book Dispels Executive Compensation Myths
Myths and Realities of Executive Pay Shows Executive Pay Model Works

TALX Names Jason Fry to Key Position in Tax Management Services Unit
TALX names Jason Fry to key position in tax management services unit.

Insurance Company Enhances Strategic HR Processes with Ultimate Software's Software-as-a-Service
Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that its customer FCCI Insurance Group, a Florida-based provider of comprehensive property and casualty insurance, has improved employee-centric business processes with Ultimate Software's UltiPro delivered through Intersourcing, a software-as-a-service offering.

Albany Broadens its Reach in Northern California
Workforce Management Firm Adds Business Development Manager; Exhibiting at HR West

Makana Solutions[SM] to Participate in Dreamforce '07 as Salesforce.com Partner
Provider of On-Demand Sales Compensation Planning Solution Will Demo Makana MotivatorSM, Offer Templates for Automating Sales Comp Planning, and Hold Drawing for iPhone

ADP and AirClic Partner to Market End-to-End Mobile Workforce Management Solution
ADP to Resell AirClic's Platform for Mobile Tracking, Scheduling and Payroll Preparation

Workscape Expert to Present Workshops at Upcoming HR Florida 2007 State Conference & Expo
David Turetsky, director of Product Management, Workforce Management for Workscape, a leading provider of outsourced benefits, compensation and performance management solutions

Ultimate Software Presents Free Webcast
Ultimate Software Presents Free Webcast: ``Real-Life Practitioners on Best Talent Management Practices''

AmCheck Opens New Franchise in Las Vegas
AmCheck is pleased to announce the opening of a new franchise in Las Vegas, NV. AmCheck Las Vegas opens for business on 09-17-2007 and will be lead by experienced payroll industry professionals Jason Stanfield and Deen Gumerson.

Red Letter Day for Rideau Asia
Rideau Inc. opens offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Corporate Sales Rising Faster Than Executive Pay
According to ERI Economic Research Institute/CareerJournal.com Study

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SCI Companies, has selected Humana as its new healthcare and dental benefits provider
SCI Companies, a leading professional employer organization (PEO), has selected Humana as its new healthcare and dental benefits provider effective October 1, 2007.

The 5 Traps of Performance Management
This is NOT your average Webinar. No passive listening. No doodles on your calendar. No emails! As an experienced HR professional you know the importance of truly effective performance conversations. Yet, many managers feel uncomfortable discussing performance and often fall into predictable traps! This session will prepare you to help your managers by understanding techniques for avoiding the 5 traps of performance management.

Maximizing the Effectiveness of Self-Service Solutions
This webcast will present case studies of how employers are maximizing the usage and effectiveness of their Employee, Manager and Benefits Self-Service applications by integrating on-demand, personalized and searchable communications and decision support – resulting in true, “content-in-context” self-service – usually in a single session – without the need for 3rd party intervention.

Western National Property Management Enhances Employee Management Practices
Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that its customer Western National Property Management (WNPM) credits Ultimate Software's UltiPro for improving WNPM's human resources and payroll practices.

Ultimate Software to Present at ROTH 2007 New York Conference
ROTH 2007 New York Conference

More Missouri Organizations Search for Employees in 2007
The competition for top performers is heating up as 96.4 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the newly-released results from the Compensation Data 2007

TempWorks Software Ranked as one of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
Three-year revenue growth lands staffing software company, TempWorks Software, on Inc. 5,000 list.

Maryland Pay Increase Budgets Grow in 2007
The newly released Compensation Data – Maryland/Virginia annual survey of 260 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.78 percent for 2007 and are projected to increase to 3.83 percent in 2008 for Maryland.

TempWorks Software Ranked as one of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
Three-year revenue growth lands staffing software company, TempWorks Software, on Inc. 5,000 list.

QHR Software Releases QHRnet Recruiting with Web-based Applicant Tracking Features
New recruiting module is the latest addition to Quadrant HR’s employee and manager self-service offering.

EnergyUnited Goes Live with UnicornHRO’s GenevaPlus Human Resource Solution
UnicornHRO, a leading provider of human resources, payroll and benefits administration solutions, announced today that EnergyUnited went live with GenevaPlus HRIS SaaS functionality in June, 2007.