New Research Report from Aruspex Reveals Executives’ Lack of Action in Strategic Workforce Planning“The Gap Between Needing and Doing” Delivers Trends and Insights, Offers Best Practices in Strategic Workforce Planning
IHRIM Essentials for Successful Project Management Course to be held at Oracle HCM Users Group Conf. In conjunction with the Global Oracle HCM Users Group Conference, IHRIM is presenting “Essentials for Successful Project Management,” a one-day course designed for both the beginning HR project manager who wants a good foundation and the experienced project manager who wants a refresher course. Jan Fretwell, Beachside Consulting, will instruct the course, which will be held Sunday, September 23, 2007 in the Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Arbita and Jobs4.0 Announce a Job Posting and Media Solutions Affiliation.Arbita and Jobs4.0 Unite to Provide Employers Direct Access to Workers Over 40 as the Younger Workforce Declines
Workscape Promotes Bill Bergen to Senior Vice President and Chief Information OfficerWorkscape, a proven provider of outsourced benefits, compensation and performance management solutions, has promoted Bill Bergen to the position of senior vice president and chief information officer (CIO.)
URAC, announced the rollout of a new awards competition for the nation’s best programs The 2008 Best Practices in Consumer Empowerment and Protection Awards, Conference & Exhibit Program, to be held March 25-26, 2008 in Orlando, will feature the Best Practices award winners among entries from health plans, pharmacy benefit management organizations, care/medical management companies and health information technology companies.
Workforce Insight Selects Sharon Willoughby as Workforce Management SpecialistStrategic Analyst Sharon Willoughby joins Workforce Insight, Inc. as Workforce Management Specialist to head Kronos implementation for national health care initiative.
Guardian Relocation Inc. expands into Fort Wayne market Indianapolis-based firm opens new officeGuardian Relocation Inc., an Atlas Van Lines agent, has opened a new office in Fort Wayne, Ind. The Fort Wayne office, which opened May 11, is the second location for Indianapolis-based Guardian.
Michigan Employees Pack Their Bags for a Summer Vacations the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a summer vacation.
A Simple Software Solution Provides Relief from Computer Generated EyestrainEasy-to-use application soothes eyestrain caused by working online for extended periods.
New Survey Links Mental Health Issues in the Workplace to Higher Indirect Company CostsNew survey finds mental health issues in the workplace becoming one of the most expensive indirect costs for employers and highlights a growing need for "Employee Assistance Programs".
Berman Moving & Storage Inc. becomes Atlas Van Lines agentBedford Heights, Ohio, firm joins network of more than 500 agents
CyberShift to Demonstrate Workforce and Expense Management SolutionsCyberShift to Demonstrate Workforce and Expense Management Solutions at Upcoming Canadian Payroll Association Annual Conference and Trade Show
HireAbility.com Announces Recruiter Training Center Geared at Filling Industry's Accreditation GapToday, HireAbility.com (www.hireability.com), a leader in recruiting software and services, unveiled its newest venture geared toward providing staffing professionals with accredited, online education taught by the industry's top talent.
Einstein HR Announces Its Grand Opening in Atlanta & Partnership with NetPEOEinstein HR, a full-service human resources outsourcing firm, announces its grand opening in Atlanta & partnership with NetPEO.
Texas Roadhouse Selects Talent Management Provider Deploy Solutions for Hiring Legendary ManagersTexas Roadhouse, a restaurant chain that operates 270 restaurants in 44 states, has selected Deploy Solutions as its talent management partner. With the competition for finding, selecting, and quickly hiring new managers heating up in the years ahead, Texas Roadhouse determined that its initial phase of hiring automation would focus on the critical manager hiring process.
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Continues to Increase in OhioIn past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions.
Health Fitness Corporation emphasizes science behind health and fitness management with new RDO div.HealthFitness (OTC BB: HFIT) is putting more than a few exceptional heads together to advance the science behind fitness and health management.
You Want It When? Survey Says Time-Management Skills are a Concern, but Training Isn'tSurvey says time-management skills are a big concern, but training isn't.
Cammack LaRhette Consulting Sponsors Learning Series Aimed at 403(b) Plan Sponsors Cammack LaRhette Consulting is launching its 403(b) Learning Series to help Plan Sponsors better understand their responsibilities and better manage their retirement plans in a time when 403(b) plans are under pressure from government regulation, media attention and legal challenges.
Harcourt Assessment Introduces TalentLens Series of Talent Assessment SolutionsNew solution brings a wide range of assessment content together in a single, integrated assessment.
Harcourt Assessment Introduces TalentLens Series of Talent Assessment SolutionsNew solution brings a wide range of assessment content together in a single, integrated assessment.
Reduce Risk of Bad Hires with New Candidate Potential ReportFree Trial of Validated Job Candidate Selection Tool Until August 31. Summary: Personality tests for job candidates are an excellent defense against the risk of bad hires because they help assess the difficult question of "job fit." Performance Programs, Inc., a leading distributor of employee personality tests, announces that it can now help smaller businesses use the new Candidate Potential Report from Hogan Assessment Systems.
Section 125 Plan Employer Guide - Free ReportMany employers mistakenly believe that Section 125 Plans are too complicated and expensive to set up and they miss out on hundreds or thousands of dollars in tax savings. A new Free Report entitled "Section 125 Plan Employer Guide" from Core Documents at www.CoreDocuments.com dispels this myth.
America’s Job Exchange To Usher in New EraCareer Management Portal Steps In To Succeed America’s Job Bank Upon Its Closure
Delta Dental names Daniel Croley, DMD, as vice president of network developmentCroley, who most recently served as the company's central region dental director, will oversee network growth and retention, development and implementation of new networks, and leading regional network development efforts in 16 states plus the District of Columbia.
TalentXpress Launches Applicant Tracking System On Demand Web-based solution designed specifically for small- to mid-size businesses
Smith Seckman Reid Selects GeoLearning's SaaS LMS SuiteEngineering design and facility consulting firm deploys GeoExpress™ LMS platform delivered Software as a Service.
Arbita and Jobs4.0 Announce a Job Posting and Media Solutions AffiliationArbita and Jobs4.0 Unite to Provide Employers Direct Access to Workers Over 40 as the Younger Workforce Declines
The 2008 Best Practices in Consumer Empowerment and Protection Awards, Conference March 25-26, 2008RAC, the independent, nonprofit leader in promoting health care quality through accreditation and certification programs, announced the rollout of a new awards competition for the nation’s best programs that promote consumer empowerment and protection.
Health Fitness Corporation Emphasizes Science Behind Health and Fitness Management with New RDO Div.HealthFitness (OTC BB: HFIT) is putting more than a few exceptional heads together to advance the science behind fitness and health management.
Valtera Announces Expansion into Europe with Presence in PragueHR provider of science-based solutions opens a division in Prague, Czech Republic
Award Recognizes Entrepreneurial Excellence in Software and Technology CategoryKenexa CEO Rudy Karsan
Named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2007 Award Winner in Greater Philadelphia
Reduce Hiring Risks with Validated Candidate Selection Tool We are providing a free trial of the new Candidate Potential Report published by Hogan Assessment Systems between now and August 31, 2007. The trial includes three free reports.
Iowa and Nebraska Health Care Costs Increase in 2007Seventy-two percent of companies in Iowa and Nebraska had a health insurance premium increase, according to the Compensation Data 2007 – Iowa/Nebraska annual survey of 221 employers.
CEB members have unprecedented access to real-time salary data via PayScale ProfessionalPayScale Partners with Corporate Executive Board to Provide Compensation Data and Analytics Tools to the HR Executive Forum
Human Capital Institute Announces New "Recruitment Strategy" TourThe Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and educator in talent management strategies, today announced the latest addition to its signature Innovation Tours, an ongoing series of talent management learning and networking events held in major metropolitan areas throughout the United States and Canada.
U.S. Employees Pack Their Bags for a Summer VacationAs the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a summer vacation.
Indiana Employees Pack Their Bags for a Summer VacationAs the weather heats up, many employees are packing their bags for a summer vacation. According to the newly-released Compensation Data - Indiana results, exempt employees with five to nine years of experience have 14.8 vacation days on average. Non-exempt employees with the same years of service have 13.7 days.
Rideau is Proud and Excited to Announce the June 25 Debut Date of its New HRO TodayRideau Recognition Solutions, Inc., North America's leading provider of Web-based incentive management programs, today is honored to be featured in the HRO Today Virtual Cover Story Video series.
Webinar Supports Delivery of Expertise to Companies Facing HR Technology ChangesArbita Sponsors the International Association for Human Resource Management (IHRIM) July Webinar, Managing the Transformational Project
McCann Associates Announces the Release of Measured Success(TM)A Customizable Online Candidate and Employee Testing Program
Kenexa Selected for Inclusion in the Russell 2000 and 3000 Stock IndicesKenexa® (Nasdaq: KNXA), a leading provider of talent acquisition and retention solutions, today announced that its common stock was selected for inclusion in both the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 Indices.
HRmarketer.com Revisits the "New Rules" of Marketing and Public Relations in July 17 Webinar The thought-leadership strategist will show HR suppliers how to target buyers directly via blogs, podcasts, search-optimized press releases and other forms of viral marketing
Bradley-Morris Invites Employer HR Recruiters to July / August Hiring Conferences for Ex-Military Host cities for employers with civilian jobs include Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Seattle, WA.
Enhancements Provide Flexibility and Configurability to Meet Evolving Global 2000 Customer Require.IQNAVIGATOR PROVIDES COMPLETE CONTROL OF SERVICES PROCUREMENT SPENDING THROUGH EXTENDED ENTERPRISE SaaS PLATFORM
U.S. IT Staffing Firm's List Ranks TEKsystems in First Place for Seventh Consecutive YearIT Services Business Report ranks Top U.S. IT staffing and services firms.
GroupLink Launches myGroupLink; Online Portal Provides 24/7 Access to Dental Plan InformationGroupLink, a member company of Independence Holding Company (NYSE: IHC), today announced the launch of myGroupLink, a comprehensive online portal which provides a fast, simple and secure way for brokers, employers, providers and employees to submit and obtain the information necessary to effectively manage and service dental plans.
Emirates Group SELECTS PLATEAU SYSTEMS FOR ENTERPRISE-WIDE LEARNING MANAGEMENT Plateau to Facilitate Training and Development for Award-winning International Airline and Travel Corporation
New Consulting Service Launched at 59th Annual SHRM Conference to Help Human Resource ManagersNew Consulting Service Launched at 59th Annual SHRM Conference to Help Human Resource Managers and Benefit Consulting Firms Address Long Term Healthcare Planning in the Workforce
COMCAST-SPECTACOR NAMES LANE MILLER VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCESComcast-Spectacor, the Philadelphia-based sports and entertainment firm, named Lane Miller as the company’s new Vice President of Human Resources.
RETAINING TODAY’S KNOWLEDGE FOR TOMORROW’S WORK FORCEAPQC’S NEW STUDY OUTLINES STRATEGIES AND TACTICS FOR KNOWLEDGE RETENTION AND TRANSFER
Verifications, Inc. Introduces VI Applicant Manager at SHRM ConferenceNew product combines employment screening, applicant management and onboarding into a single application.
Summertime is No Time for Career ComplacencyJobfox Career Expert Provides Tips for Keeping
Your Career from Taking a Vacation
The Lakewood Resoruce and Referral Center and MassMutual Sponsor Second SetThe Lakewood Resource and Referral Center and MassMutual Sponsor Second Set of
Application Meetings for Free Life Insurance Policies in Lakewood, NJ
MassMutual's LifeBridge Program has Already Given Away $350 Million of Free
Insurance to Eligible Working Parents
ERS Hire Announces Domain ChangeEmployment Record Service LLC announced today that they have changed their employment screening and verifications services web domain (ERS Hire) to Pinpoint America™.
Planned Administrators Inc. and BCS Insurance Company Launch Educational Podcast SeriesInsurance brokers, HR executives listen and learn with industry's first podcast series -- educational program offers new insights into emerging limited benefits market.
New Insourced Job Search Application Trashes Junk Jobs, Empowers UsersNationwide job search provider Insourced has recently expanded its offerings to include a free job board and the industry's first user-powered job rating system.
itzbig has Big Plans for Bringing a Quality Experience to Job SeekersWith job security a thing of the past, itzbig stepped into the void today with an interactive network that connects talented professionals with appropriate job opportunities at companies hiring in Texas.
G&M Moving and Storage Inc. under new ownershipCincinnati agency ensures smooth transition during change of ownership
Texas Roadhouse (NasdaqGS: TXRH), has selected Deploy Solutions as its talent management partner.“Deploy has the capability and experience to handle all aspects of the employee lifecycle for Texas Roadhouse, including hourly employees, field management, and employees at our Support Center.
iCIMS Employees Join in the Effort to Clean Up the New Jersey CoastlineCustomer Service Specialists Shift Focus to Community Service
TalentFusion Names New Vice President of SalesJim Del Rosario Joins the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Leader
An IHRIM Human Capital Measurement and Analytics Event Scheduled for Philadelphia, PAIHRIM, the leading professional association for knowledge, education and solutions supporting human capital management is presenting a one and one-half day event, “Human Capital Measurement and Analytics: Creating a New Revolution,” to be held at the Hilton Philadelphia Airport, September 18-19, 2007.
“SHARING@LEARNSHARE” RETURNS TO ATLANTALeading Training & Development Conference Celebrates Best Practices
QTC Medical Services Opts for GeoLearning's SaaS LMS SuiteNation's largest private provider of medical examinations and disability evaluations selects GeoExpress™ LMS platform delivered Software as a Service.
SMARTPOST ANNOUNCES STATE AGENCY AND VETERAN POSTING SUPPORTOffering Cost-Effective Compliance Solution After America’s Job Bank
Sterling Testing Systems and EthicsPoint Announce Strategic AlliancePartnership will deliver end-to-end solution integrating issue and event resolution and employment screening management.
C&B Consulting Introduces LifeGuide, a Comprehensive Work/Life ResourceWeb-based tool designed to improve productivity.
C&B Consulting Introduces LifeGuide, a Comprehensive Work/Life Resource C&B Consulting Group, a strategically-focused benefits advisory firm, today announced the release of LifeGuide, a comprehensive work/life resource available to employees 24 hours a day. LifeGuide is designed to help manage time-consuming work/life issues that many employees face in today’s demanding business world.
MyHealthCoach.com Helps Employees Keep Fitness CommitmentsMyHealthCoach.com is a valuable employee benefit to help workers balance work and family issues.
Cost of Co-Pays for Non-Formulary Drugs Continues to Increase in Iowa and NebraskaIn past months, large retailers have made news with plans to reduce the cost of some generic prescriptions.
Arbita Sponsors HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit Brings Together HR Industry Thought Leaders in Technology and Strategy
HR.com Launches Revolutionary New Social Networking Website for HR ProfessionalsHR.com’s new website will allow HR professionals to connect, network and share their expertise and experiences in a solutions-oriented online environment.
HR.com Enters Into Partnership with AthenaOnline as Part of Ongoing Commitment to HR EducationHR.com to offer Premier Members free access to the AthenaOnline library. Individual and enterprise-wide subscriptions will also be available through HR.com.
XMei International Launches U.S.-China Business Workshop SeriesGlobalization expert and professor to lead first executive workshop
Ultimate Software Schedules Second Quarter 2007 Financial Results Conference Call Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end, strategic human
resources, payroll and talent management solutions, will be hosting a
conference call on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
David Meerman Scott Headlines July 17 Webinar to Show HR suppliers How to Target Buyers DirectlyHRmarketer.com revisits the "New Rules" of marketing and public relations that includes blogs, podcasts, search-optimized press releases and other forms of viral marketing
ACS/Buck to Provide Lafarge Canada With Pension Plan Administration ServicesACS/Buck, one of Canada’s leading human resource and benefits consulting firms, today announced that it has been retained by Lafarge to continue providing administration services for Lafarge’s Canadian defined benefit pension plans. ACS/Buck has provided services to Lafarge since 1997.
HCR Software Solutions to Host Webinar on Selecting Compensation and Performance Management SoftwareHCR Software Solutions, will host a free Webinar, “Best Practices for Selecting Compensation and Performance Management Software,” presented by Frank Candio, Managing Partner of Cambridge Resources
Arbita Sponsors HR-XML Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007Global Partnering and Integration Summit 2007 Brings Together HR Industry Thought Leaders in Technology and Strategy
FAIRFAX COUNTY JOINS GROWING LIST OF GOVERNMENT CUSTOMERS DEPLOYING PLATEAU’S TALENT MANAGEMENT County Government Selects Plateau Career & Succession and Plateau Performance to Facilitate
Career Development Across Critical Positions
Zywave, Inc. announced the 5.0 version release of Decision Master® Warehouse (DMW)DMW is a claims analysis tool for brokers that uses clients’ real data for strategic management of healthcare and Rx costs and utilization.
CALLS TO EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ON THE RISE Bensinger, DuPont & Associates (BDA), a national Employee Assistance Program and helpline organization, has seen a 74% increase in the number of calls to its EAP services in the first six months of 2007 versus the same time period in 2006.
Creating a New Revolution: An IHRIM Human Capital Measurement and Analytics Event The success or failure of most organizations in the years ahead will lie in the knowledge and competitiveness of their human capital.
Many Workers Struggle With Basic Health Benefit Terms, Watson Wyatt Survey FindsMany U.S. employees don’t understand how their health care coverage works and admit their familiarity with the most basic
health care vocabulary needs improvement, according to a survey by Watson
Wyatt, a leading global consulting firm.
New website offers help for struggling job seekers trying to stand out in today's marketplaceHandling Problem Resumes - New How To Service From A Career Expert Provides Answers To This Dilemma and Many More
CyberShift’s Workforce Management Solution Implemented by The St. Joe CompanyCyberShift’s Time and Attendance and Employee Scheduling Solution Selected to Help The St. Joe Company More Effectively Deploy Workforce to Address Customer Needs
HR.com to offer Premier Members free access to the AthenaOnline library. Individual and enterprise-wide subscriptions will also be available through HR.com.
Shooting Star Casino Achieves 250 Percent ROI with Kronos® for GamingNucleus Research finds that increased productivity, improved employee morale, and enhanced management of FMLA-related cases contribute to ROI
2007 Pay Increase Budgets Grow in Minnesota and WisconsinThe newly released Compensation Data – Minnesota/Wisconsin annual survey of 143 companies found pay increase budgets are 3.73 percent for 2007 and are projected to stay the same in 2008.
SumTotal Systems Announces Second Quarter 2007 Earnings Release and Conference Call DateSumTotal(R) Systems (NASDAQ:SUMT), a global provider of talent and learning
management solutions, will host its second quarter 2007 earnings
conference call on Tuesday, July 31, 2007.
New website offers help for struggling job seekers trying to stand out in today's marketplaceHandling Problem Resumes - New How To Service From A Career Expert Provides Answers To This Dilemma and Many More
HCR Software Solutions Hosts CompConnect for ADP Enterprise WebinarsThe CompConnect for ADP Enterprise Webinar will be held at different times on three days.
Use links provided to register:
Thursday, July 12, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
iCIMS Employees Join in the Effort to Clean Up the New Jersey CoastlineiCIMS, a leading Software as a Service (SaaS) provider of Talent Platforms, announced the results of its Clean Ocean Action (COA) beach sweep today.
Recruiting Blogger Covers Annual SHRM ExpoThe RecruitingFly Guy covers the human resource show like only a blogger can.
CNET Networks Expands Executive Management Team with Accomplished Human Resources Jose Martin Joins as SVP, Human Resources and Andy Sherman as SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Leading Organizations Adopt Oracle® Applications for Talent ManagementCustomers Optimize Workforce by Relying on Oracle's Integrated Approach to Strategically Attract, Develop and Retain Talent
Thinking of Retiring on the Beach? Start Saving Now.Most U.S. employees know they should save more for retirement. However with the personal savings rate at negative 1.4 percent (www.bea.gov/newsreleases/national/pi/pinewsrelease.htm), individuals are spending more than they earn, depleting their savings and increasing debt.
Web-Based Software Adds MySpace-Style Features to Connect Workers, Reduce TurnoverSocial Networking Enters HR World with Mentor Scout 2.0,
Aiding Talent Management & Retention for Younger Employees
Boeing Employees Credit Union ``Live'' and Projecting Savings with Ultimate Software's UltiPro