Awards Network Releases 2008 Corporate Holiday Gift CatalogAwards 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 YEARHrGOV Government Executives Vote Ninth House Solution Best in Class at
2007 Industry Event
2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Colorado and UtahThe 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 SolutionWorkscape 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 InsuranceBoth 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 andProvider of On-Demand Sales Compensation Planning Solutions
Rounds Out Board with SaaS and E-Commerce Executive
IncentOne Adds Charitable Donations to Reward PortfolioIncentOne, 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.
Pennsylvania Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Seventy percent of companies had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – Pennsylvania annual survey of 320 employers.
California Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Seventy-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 ReportsThe 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 PercentIntense 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
Merit Raises for 2008 Highest in Asia, Latin America, Watson Wyatt FindsEmployees in United States, Europe are expected to see lesser increases in 2008.
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 WashingtonThe 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.
Compensation Surveys Made SimpleThis educational webcast will examine the role of compensation surveys in determining “job value” or “job worth”. It will examine the fundamentals of survey selection and data management within the broader context of market pricing.
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.
VCSY's Subsidiary Files a New Patent Application Vertical Computer Systems, Inc. (VCSY) announced today that its subsidiary, Taladin, Inc. (Taladin), has filed a patent application for its Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) payroll system which has been integrated with the HRMS emPath solution of Now Solutions, Inc., another subsidiary of VCSY. Taladin market its FLSA payroll system to the U.S. government sector.
Maximizing the Effectiveness of Self-Service SolutionsThis 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.
Ceridian LifeWorks Launches Cardiovascular Health Management SolutionCeridian 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.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe 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 RetirementLegal and Management Issues are Analyzed
MGACAREERS Releases One of the Latest Articles by SALARY.comGiven 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 RecruitmentUltimate 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 MexicoThe 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.
Study Reveals Salary Not the Most Important Factor for Students When Deciding Where to WorkWhat do students want from their first job? Professor Ed Ng and Professor Ronald Burke found that money isn't everything.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe 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 2007The 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
California Pay Increase Budgets Grow in 2007The newly released Compensation Data – California annual survey of 384 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.83 percent for 2007 and are projected to increase to 3.85 in 2008.
2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in New EnglandThe newly released Compensation Data – New England annual survey of 160 companies in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island found pay increase budgets are 3.53 percent for 2007 and are projected to stay the same in 2008.
The 5 Traps of Performance ManagementThis 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.
Calgary Salary Increases Reach New HeightsBusinesses finding they need more than base pay to attract and retain employees, a Hewitt Associates study finds.
TUT Services to Exhibit at HR Southwest Conference in Fort Worth, TexasTUT 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 JobsOn-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 ManagementUltimate 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, ServicesSrivastava Brings Strong Leadership in IT, Professional Services and Human Capital Management to New Position.
HireMeNow.com Launches First Online Temporary Employment MarketplaceHireMeNow.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 2008Pay for Performance Still an Elusive Goal
FieldMedia, LLC to Launch New Web 2.0 Websites for the Benefits and Compensation CommunitiesFieldMedia, 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 ConferenceTempWorks Software supports upcoming Healthcare Staffing Summit as Gold-level sponsor.
FieldMedia, is pleased to announce the launch of their two newly redesigned websitesIn 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 & ExpoCyberShift, a leading provider of global workforce and expense management software and services
PAYCHEX ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF BENETRACWeb-based benefits enrollment and administration technology offers Paychex
clients expanded opportunity to meet employee benefits needs
Ultimate Software to Present at the Maxim Group Growth ConferenceUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human
resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today
that Scott Scherr, president, CEO, and founder, and Mitchell Dauerman,
executive vice president and CFO, will present at the Maxim Group
Growth Conference on Thursday, September 20, 2007 at 3:30 p.m.
Workers More Confident and Inclined to Negotiate PayGetting the best talent may mean spending more dollars. A Robert Half International survey shows job candidates may be looking for higher pay.
Webinar to Provide HR Professionals with Holiday Gift Giving StrategyBusiness 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 MythsMyths and Realities of Executive Pay Shows Executive Pay Model Works
TALX Names Jason Fry to Key Position in Tax Management Services UnitTALX names Jason Fry to key position in tax management services unit.
Insurance Company Enhances Strategic HR Processes with Ultimate Software's Software-as-a-ServiceUltimate 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 CaliforniaWorkforce Management Firm Adds Business Development Manager; Exhibiting at HR West
New Tool Helps Identify Executive Pay Issues: Business Community Gains Online Access to WorldatWork As CEO pay continues unabated as the most scrutinized area of executive compensation, WorldatWork has created a new tool that poses 225 questions boards of directors will need to address before they approve compensation plans. The WorldatWork Executive Rewards Questionary clearly identifies every essential factor for rewarding executives and directors.
Makana Solutions[SM] to Participate in Dreamforce '07 as Salesforce.com PartnerProvider 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 SolutionADP to Resell AirClic's Platform for Mobile Tracking, Scheduling and Payroll Preparation
Albany Broadens its Reach in Northern CaliforniaWorkforce Management Firm Add Business Development Manager; Exhibiting at HR West
Workscape Expert to Present Workshops at Upcoming HR Florida 2007 State Conference & ExpoDavid Turetsky, director of Product Management, Workforce Management for Workscape, a leading provider of outsourced benefits, compensation and performance management solutions
Los Angeles HR Firm Assists Local Employers with Newly Enforced Undocumented Worker LegislationCPEhr helps small California employers comply with regulations and avoid penalties
Ultimate Software Presents Free WebcastUltimate Software Presents Free Webcast: ``Real-Life Practitioners on Best Talent Management
Practices''
AmCheck Opens New Franchise in Las VegasAmCheck 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 AsiaRideau Inc. opens offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong.
Corporate Sales Rising Faster Than Executive PayAccording 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.
Base Pay Increases Remain Steady in 2007, Mercer Survey FindsBase pay gains compared to inflation are the best in five years, the survey also found. Employers increasingly tie base pay and incentive plans to performance, according to Mercer Human Resource Consulting.
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 ConferenceROTH 2007 New York Conference
More Missouri Organizations Search for Employees in 2007The 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 CompaniesThree-year revenue growth lands staffing software company, TempWorks Software, on Inc. 5,000 list.
North and South Carolina Employees Pack Their Bags for a VacationAs fall approaches, many employees are packing their bags for a vacation. According to the newly-released Compensation Data – Carolinas results, exempt employees with five to nine years of experience have 14.1 vacation days on average. Non-exempt employees with the same years of service have 13.7 days.
Maryland Pay Increase Budgets Grow in 2007The 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.
Virginia Pay Increase Budgets Remain Steady in 2007The newly released Compensation Data – Maryland/Virginia annual survey of 260 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.67 percent for 2007 and are projected to decrease to 3.64 in 2008 for Virginia.
TempWorks Software Ranked as one of America’s Fastest Growing Private CompaniesThree-year revenue growth lands staffing software company, TempWorks Software, on Inc. 5,000 list.
MicroTek Announces Meeting Services Division MicroTek, the leader in training facilities management and logistics, announces the creation of the Meeting Services Division.
QHR Software Releases QHRnet Recruiting with Web-based Applicant Tracking FeaturesNew recruiting module is the latest addition to Quadrant HR’s employee and manager self-service offering.
Make Payroll a Strategic Part of Your BusinessIs your payroll an expense liability? Is it strategic? Dara Brenner, ADP National Account Services shows how to make your payroll department a key player in the development of your business.
EnergyUnited Goes Live with UnicornHRO’s GenevaPlus Human Resource SolutionUnicornHRO, 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.
Alliance for Work-Life Progress in Search of Work-Life Rising Stars Nominations Accepted Online Aug. 20 to Nov. 2, 2007
CandidateStatements.com to Boost Applicant Hire Rates by Providing Vehicle for Recruiting Recruiters can create high-end, personalized candidate websites with September launch from TotalRewards Software.
Lillian Vernon ``Live'' on Ultimate Software's IntersourcingRetailer Selects UltiPro for Integration, Scalability, and Web-based HR, Payroll, and Talent Management Functionality
Minnesota and Wisconsin Organizations Search for Employees in 2007The competition for top performers is heating up as 98.6 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Increases in North and South CarolinaIn past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions. Now months later, the newly-released Compensation Data 2007
Florida Employees Pack Their Bags for VacationAccording to the newly released Compensation Data – Florida results, exempt employees with five to nine years of experience have 14.9 vacation days on average.
Yoh Index Reports Continued Strength in Tech Wages Wages for high-impact technology professionals continued to surpass 2006 wages during Q2 2007, and follow overall technology employment trends, according to a study by Yoh.
Cost of Co-Pays for Formulary and Non-Formulary Drugs Increases in Arkansas and OklahomaIn past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions. Now months later, the newly-released Compensation Data 2007
2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Alabama, Louisiana and MississippiThe newly released Compensation Data – Mid-South annual survey of 198 companies in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi found pay increase budgets are 3.76 percent for 2007 and are projected to be 3.72 percent in 2008.
Missouri Employers and Employees Share Rising Costs of Health InsuranceBoth organizations and employees in Missouri are facing high costs for health insurance. According to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Increases in Florida In past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions.
Arkansas and Oklahoma Employees Pack Their Bags for a VacationAs the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a vacation.
Kentucky and Tennessee Employees Pack Their Bags for a VacationAs the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a vacation. According to the newly-released Compensation Data
Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Fifty-eight percent of companies in Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007
Pennsylvania Pay Increase Budgets Grow in 2007The newly released Compensation Data – Pennsylvania annual survey of 320 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.48 percent for 2007 and are projected to decrease slightly to 3.45 in 2008.
Minnesota and Wisconsin Employers and Employees Share Rising Costs of Health InsuranceBoth organizations and employees in Minnesota and Wisconsin are facing high costs for health insurance. According to the newly released results from the Compensation Data 2007
North and South Carolina Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Fifty-nine percent of companies in North and South Carolina had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007
More Illinois Organizations Search for Employees in 2007The competition for top performers is heating up as 95.8 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the newly-released results from the Compensation Data 2007
IncentOne Hires New VP of Client Services; Kelly Elston Brings 20 Years of ExperienceIncentOne, the leading provider of integrated incentive administration solutions, announced today that Kelly A. Elston, RN, MBA, has joined the company as Vice President of Client Services.
Leading Beverage Company Reduces ``Time to Hire'' by 50 Percent with UltiPro RecruitmentUltimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human
resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today
that its customer Silver Eagle Distributors, L.P., the largest
Anheuser-Busch distributor in the nation, has cut its "time to hire"
in half with Ultimate Software's UltiPro Recruitment.
Paychex Appoints Ian Sexton as President of StrombergIndustry veteran to lead workforce management company.
Survey Finds Most Job Seekers Are Without ThanksA recent survey indicates that 76 percent of executives consider thank-you notes in their hiring decision. Yet only 36 percent of job candidates actually take advantage of this final opportunity to impress employers and recruiters. In their new book, Quick Job Interview Guide, Michael Farr and the Editors at JIST offer essential guidance for how to master the thank-you note and ace other key interview steps.
The Payroll Company Grows; Moves Headquarters to Middleton, Wisconsin Growth Wins Company AccoladesThe Payroll Company, a Wisconsin-based leading provider of payroll services, today announced its move to a brand-new building in Middleton. After outgrowing several smaller, leased locations in Madison, the company is now permanently located in its own facility in Middleton, Wis.
Illinois Employers and Employees Share Rising Costs of Health InsuranceBoth organizations and employees in Illinois are facing high costs for health insurance.