MassMutual to Acquire The First Mercantile Trust Company From SunTrust Banks, Inc.Agreement will expand MassMutual's Retirement Services business; An 'important strategic step forward'
TEDS Announces New Competency Management StudyReport Explores Successful Competency Implementations by Steelcase and Eastman Chemical
STAFF MANAGEMENT ENTERS MULTI-YEAR MANAGED SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENTSTAFF MANAGEMENT ENTERS MULTI-YEAR MANAGED SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT, Integrated staffing and supplier management solution provides incremental value
Choose Better Alternatives to 360 Assessments, Advises Impact Achievement GroupManagers with a clear view of how they’re perceived can inspire superior performance among direct reports
SilkRoad technology Sponsors Human Capital Institute's "Recruitment Technologies" Education SilkRoad technology Sponsors Human Capital Institute's "Recruitment Technologies" Education and Research Initiative
JOBSINTRUCKS.COM TAKES THE LEAD TO BECOME THE #1 JOB BOARD FOR DRIVERSJobsInTrucks.com, the leading niche job board for truck drivers, announced today that its traffic growth during the past four months has surpassed all other competitive job boards. Revenues for JobsInTrucks.com increased by 47 percent during 2007 compared to the previous year.
Leading EAP Provider Announces Three Major Executive AppointmentsACI Specialty Benefits – one of the nation’s Top Ten EAP providers – is excited to announce the appointment of three top executives: Thomas Lee as Vice President of Global Sales, Danelle Pereira as Director of AppleCore Wellness and Ike Okenwa as Global Benefits Executive.
CareerDoor Inc. announces the first eCareerFair for Technology and Technology Sales Professionals CareerDoor Inc. announces the first eCareerFair for Technology and Technology Sales Professionals in Ottawa, March 5, 2008 following the successful launch of eCareerFairs in the Toronto market.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 83.8 to 95.3 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Pennsylvania organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 85.3 to 96.2 percent.
Enwisen, announced that Bill Meredith joined the company in February as Vice President In this role, reporting directly to Enwisen’s President, Meredith will be responsible for all aspects of customer implementations, including delivery and ongoing support/customer satisfaction.
Prescription Co-Pay Costs Increase in United StatesDespite decreases in generic prescription costs by large retailers, formulary and non-formulary co-pays continue to increase.
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New Book Offers Practical View of Business and LeadershipLeadership consultant and author Michael F. Andrew simplifies the basics of business and leadership in How to Think Like a CEO and Act Like a Leader
Maryland and Virginia Organizations Search for Employees in 2007Kansas City, Kan. – The competition for top performers is heating up as 98.8 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the results from the 2007 Compensation Data - Maryland/Virginia survey of 260 employers. Voluntary turnover is at 13.9 percent for all industries in both states, while total turnover is 20.9 percent.
Jobfox Top 25 Most Wanted U.S. ProfessionsMany Skilled Professions Remain Strong in Uncertain Economy, Including Software Development, Nursing, Sales and Accounting
Maryland and Virginia Organizations Search for Employees in 2007The competition for top performers is heating up as 98.8 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the results from the 2007 Compensation Data - Maryland/Virginia survey of 260 employers.
JOBSINLOGISTICS.COM ACQUIRES TRUCKJOBS.COM, ONE OF THE PIONEER JOB BOARDSJobsInLogistics.com, the #1 niche job board for the transportation, logistics and supply chain professions, announced today its acquisition of TruckJobs.com, one of the pioneers of Internet job boards.
Job.com Ranks as Top Gaining Internet Property Phenomenal Growth Positions Job.com as Top Gaining Internet Property
comscore Media Metrix's monthly report reveals huge traffic numbers for
career portal
Collabrus Appoints Kay Ring as Vice President of Business Development Collabrus, Inc., a leader in contingent workforce management and compliance solutions is pleased to announce that Kay Ring has joined the company as Vice President, Business Development. In this role she will be chartered with developing new client relationships and helping to chart the growth of the company.
myStaffingPro Announces Integration for Microsoft Dynamics GPSummary: Leading applicant tracking system cites streamlined hiring process, and greater accuracy as chief benefits of new integration for Microsoft Dynamics GP.
TEDS Consortium Meeting Set for March 5th & 6thNorfolk Southern Corporation to Host Biannual Event
KPMG Named the Top Big Four Accounting Firm by CollegeGrad.comCollege grad job seekers choose KPMG as their preferred employer among the Big Four accounting firms
Monster continues expanding its reach into the Hispanic MarketMonster Forges Recruitment Alliance with iHispano, the Leading Career Site for Hispanic and Bilingual Professionals
Human Capital Institute to Present 2007 HCS Award of Excellence to Sundt Construction, Inc. Human Capital Institute to Present 2007 HCS Award of Excellence to Sundt Construction, Inc. during Annual National Human Capital Summit
CyberShift at CFO Rising ConferenceCyberShift Workforce and Expense Management Solutions to be Featured at Upcoming CFO Rising Conference & Exhibition- Finance Executives Looking to Proactively Manage Labor and Employee Business Expenses can Learn How CyberShift’s Workforce and Expense Management Software Solutions Provide Greater Visibility and Cost Control -
SCI, announced that it has renewed its agreement with top-rated insurance carrier ZurichSCI, a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO), announced today that it has renewed its agreement with top-rated insurance carrier Zurich, North America to provide workers’ compensation coverage for its client company employees effective March 1, 2008 through February 28, 2009.
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: ADP’s Comprehensive Outsourcing Services Employee Service CenterRecognized for Providing an Outstanding Customer Service Experience
SkillSurvey Creates Professional Advisory BoardLou Manzi, Cynthia Hedricks to Co-Chair
Josh Bersin Presents Best Practices for Identifying High Potentials and Critical Employee Skills Josh Bersin Presents Best Practices for Identifying High Potentials and Critical Employee Skills as Part of Talent Management Strategy
Choose Better Alternatives to 360 Assessments, Advises Impact Achievement GroupManagers with a clear view of how they’re perceived can inspire superior performance among direct reports
Cammack LaRhette Consulting and Reish Luftman Reicher & Cohen Host 403(b) WebinarAimed at Helping 403(b) Plan Sponsors, Session will Address New Regulations, Costs and More
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Texas organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 83.7 to 95 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out. While most companies include time off, health insurance and pension plans as part of their compensation packages, there are other types of benefits organizations are utilizing, such as dependent parent health coverage, tuition reimbursement, child care and relocation assistance.
Softscape Achieves SAS 70 Type II CertificationIn-Depth Audit Confirms the Operational Effectiveness of
Softscape's Internal Controls
nowHIRE.com and Reliant Live Announce Strategic PartnershipCompanies extend capabilities for employers to effectively select, develop and retain talented employees
Vandover Announces Keith Allen as Vice President, Business DevelopmentRelocation Industry Expert Creates Strategic Partnerships
TalentQuest Announces Partnership with the Washington Bankers AssociationTalentQuest for Financial Services added to the association's list of endorsed products and services.
SAPPHIRE ‘08 May 5 - 7 ORLANDO, FLORIDASAP will host its annual customer event, SAPPHIRE ’08, in Orlando, Florida from May 5th – 7th at the Orange County Convention Center. Please reserve these dates on your calendar. An official invitation with logistical details and press agenda information will follow within the coming weeks.
Workscape Recaps Banner Year; 2007 Record Sales Growth Attributed to New Clients and Strong Product Company’s Unique Leadership Position in Talent Management and Benefits Administration Categories Further Supported by Numerous Successful Implementations, Strategic Relationships and New Product Offerings
Kognito Named 2008 CODiE Award Finalist for Best Workplace Training Solution Developed for New York City’s Office of Emergency Management
Results of CollegeRecruiter.com Job Seeker Confidence Index for March 2008With 73.5 percent of college students and recent graduates believing that it will take them three or fewer months to find a job if they were to start looking for a new job today, their optimism is significantly stronger than it was in February when 65 percent expected to find a new job within three months.
Time and Attendance Leader Gets Employees Excited About CharityLegiant, a leading provider of time and attendance and workforce management solutions, announced its commitment to aiding the hungry by setting up an online virtual drive with the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas.
Upcoming Business Health Agenda 2008 Features Workscape ExecutiveBreakout Session Leverages Personal Health Care Utilization and Employee Data to Promote Enhanced Decision Making and Communication
Is your resume truly portable? Is your resume truly portable? Job expert suggests keeping an “iResume” for instant referral, just in case!
“You never know when or where you may meet a prospective employer,” says on-line recruiter, WallStJobs.com. “Memory sticks, flash-drives, or email versions of your resume on your Blackberry, Treo or iPhone are must-haves in today’s volatile employment market.”
GeoLearning Named 2008 Software Company of the Year by Technology Association of IowaGeoLearning, Inc., the leading provider of Managed Learning Services and hosted learning and performance platforms, has been recognized for outstanding growth by being named "Software Company of the Year" at the 2008 Prometheus Awards hosted by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI). The awards ceremony was held Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at the Meadows Convention Center in Altoona, Iowa.
ARMA International RIM Self-Assessment Now AvailableARMA International is pleased to announce the release of the greatly anticipated RIM Self-Assessment. The RIM Self-Assessment effectively creates a roadmap to help information management professionals as they navigate their career paths. Upon completion, participants will be given a Gap Analysis and find career advancement tools that will help them to build a professional development plan and select from available resources to help them manage their professional development.
CCAT Presents Sun Microsystems' Michelle DennedyThe Calgary Council for Advanced Technology is joining forces with the Calgary Marketing Association to present Sun Microsystem's Michelle Dennedy in an exclusive dinner event. The Chief Privacy Officer of one of the leading providers of information technology and system administration software will offer her considerable insights into the management and protection of enterprise data.
RSM McGladrey Receives The Conference Board Work Life Leadership Council’s Moving Into the Future AwRSM McGladrey, a leading accounting, tax and business consulting firm, received The Conference Board’s Moving Into the Future Award for their innovative Coach-on-Call WorkLife solution. The annual award features companies that creatively address workplace issues that yield positive impact.
Business Owners Brace for Looming Recession Business Owners Brace for Looming Recession - Expert Recommends Improving Intercultural Communication Skills to Boost Bottom LineForty five percent of Economists with the National Association for Business Economics now expect a recession in 2008. As businesses scramble to look for ways of protecting profit margin, many will resort to hiring freezes and layoffs. Multicultural communications expert, Lauren Supraner, suggests improvement of intercultural communication skills in the workplace as a practical alternative that will have a lasting effect on the bottom line.
Aquire Announces New SAP HCM Product Offerings and Partnership at SAPHR in OrlandoNew SAP® HCM Real-Time Data Access and Change Management Options Unveiled to Tradeshow Attendees
Abso Sponsors Electronic Form I-9 WebcastExplore the benefits and advantages of using electronic Form I-9 for employment eligibility verification by attending "Everything you Always Wanted to Know about Electronic Form I-9, but Were Afraid to Ask." Learn about the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program requirements, best practices, policies, current legislation, compliance timeframes, and adoption status in specific states.
BrokerageBuilder(TM) and BrokerageBuilder Express(TM) offer a range of services for any size agencyZywave®, a leading technology provider of products and services for insurance brokers, announced today a new addition to BrokerageBuilder(TM), its Web-based, agency management system.
RSM McGladrey, Receives The Conference Board Moving Into the Future AwardRSM McGladrey, a leading accounting, tax and business consulting firm, received The Conference Board’s Moving Into the Future Award for their innovative Coach-on-Call WorkLife solution. The annual award features companies that creatively address workplace issues that yield positive impact.
EVHRA to Hear Recruitment ExpertNAS Recruitment Communications announced today that Matthew Kaiser, Vice President and Talent Strategist, will be the speaker at the East Valley Human Resources Association (EVHRA) chapter meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in Tempe, Arizona.
Education Level and Marital Status Among Factors Influencing 401(k) InvestingEducation Level And Marital Status Among Factors Influencing 401(k)Investing, Watson Wyatt Finds
SuccessFactors Adds More Than 900 New Customers in 2007SuccessFactors Adds More Than 900 New Customers in 2007; Doubles Customer Base to More Than 1,750; Now More Than 3 Million Users Companies of All Sizes Enable High-Performing Workforces with SuccessFactors' On-Demand Performance and Talent Management
Salesforce Blog Launched By AppExchange Partner JobscienceJobscience has successfully launched a new blog, Working With The Force, that is a hotspot for Salesforce.com best practices, new products on the AppExchange, Webinars and popular videos.
Vandover Announces Keith Allen as Vice President, Business DevelopmentRelocation Industry Expert Creates Strategic Partnerships
Makana Motivator Sales Compensation Planning Software Provides Expanded Modeling of Incentive CostsSales Management Can Now Easily and Accurately Model Sales CompensationIncentive Costs Without the Implementation of a Production Administration System
March Madness Fuels Office GamblingHarmless pools, online streaming of games entice potential problem gamblers
Employers Enhancing 401(k)s To Compensate for Retirement Plan ChangesEmployers Enhancing 401(k)s To Compensate for Retirement Plan Changes,Watson Wyatt FindsHybrid Plans Are Increasingly Attractive Alternative
Allegiance Announces New Ethics Training and Code of Conduct ServicesAllegiance expands support for helping companies build ethical cultures; provides industry’s most comprehensive ethics training and reporting solution
Travis Software Corp., announced today the Spring 2008 upgrade of its WebCOBRA.com systemThe new version offers more enhanced features, including expanded API, sub-domains, and coupon enhancements.
BPO MANAGEMENT SERVICES PRESENTS ITS HRADVOCATE HUMAN RESOURCES OUTSOURCING SOLUTION BPO MANAGEMENT SERVICES PRESENTS ITS HRADVOCATE HUMAN RESOURCES OUTSOURCING SOLUTION FOR MID-MARKET ENTERPRISESAT MICROSOFT CONVERGENCE 2008, ORLANDO
Slowing Economy Won’t Protect Employers from Turnover According to Salary.com SurveyFifty-Seven Percent of Surveyed U.S. Workers Plan to Intensify Job Search in The Next Three Months
Corporate Training Leaders Indicate Struggles To Communicate With Senior ManagementExpertus (www.expertus.com), a global leader in helping Fortune 500 companies fuel business growth through maximizing training investment, announced the findings of its newest study entitled Training Efficiency: Optimizing Costs. The research, conducted in collaboration with TrainingIndustry.com, found that training leaders often struggle with communicating business metrics to senior management, making discussions of training efficiency difficult. These findings, in addition to a wide variety of other survey results on this topic, can be viewed at: http://www.expertus.com/survey/results08/CostEfficiency.pdf
Pension Protection Act Updates to Benefits Compliance BookWith basic employment safeguards to communicate to senior management, this reader-friendly summary of federal laws by WorldatWork is essential when it comes to compliance in employee benefit plan design, maintenance and operation.
Travis Software Releases Spring 2008 Upgrade for WebCOBRA.comTravis Software Corp., a market leader of advanced employee benefits software, announced today the Spring 2008 upgrade of its WebCOBRA.com system. The new version offers more enhanced features, including expanded API, sub-domains, and coupon enhancements.
Menttium Corporation Names Marjee Righeimer Regional Vice PresidentMenttium Corporation, the global leader in mentoring solutions, is pleased to announce Marjee Righeimer has been named Regional Vice President of Sales.
New Safety Assessment Targets Unsafe, Inefficient Work PracticesHogan Assessment Systems announces the release of the Hogan Safety Report. As part of Hogan's comprehensive suite of assessment options, the Hogan Safety Report is designed to help companies improve productivity, reduce turnover, lower accident rates and increase team and customer satisfaction.
BI Receives Award for Its Work In The Local CommunityBI is recognised by Milton Keynes for supporting the local community
CyberShift's Expense Management Automates from Reservations to ReimbursementsFrom Reservations to Reimbursements – CyberShift to Demonstrate Expense Management Automation Solution at 4th Annual National Business Travel Association Canada Conference & Exhibitor Showcase
National Coney Island Restaurant Chain Cuts Employee Turnover 28% National Coney Island Restaurant Chain Cuts Employee Turnover 28% Saving over $420,000 Annually by Using JobApp Network Solution
MORE COMPANIES, WORKERS ADOPT CONSUMER-DIRECTED HEALTH PLANSNearly Half of Employers Now Have CDHPs,
Watson Wyatt/National Business Group on Health Survey Finds
ExcellerateHRO Named Best Performing HRO Provider on List of Top Global Services Companies ExcellerateHRO announced today that the company has been named Best Performing HRO Provider on the Global Services 100 list. The Global Services list also ranked ExcellerateHRO’s parent company, EDS, as one of the best global IT services and business process outsourcing companies.
Ernest M. Lareau Appointed Chairman of the HROA Board of TrusteesThe HROA today announced that Ernest “Ernie” M. Lareau has been appointed chairman of its Board of Trustees. He joins Jeffrey Bizzack, CEO of Accenture BPO Services, who will continue serving as Vice Chair, and Mary Sue Rogers, head of IBM HR Business Process Services, who will serve as Secretary/Treasurer. Together with Chairwoman Emeritus, Sharon Taylor, they will form the HROA’s executive committee.
SOCIAL MEDIA: THE NEXT FRONTIER IN EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONWatson Wyatt Experts Say Social Media Can Benefit Employers;Guidelines for Use, Change Management the Key
Ernest M. Lareau Appointed Chairman of the HROA The HROA today announced that Ernest “Ernie” M. Lareau has been appointed chairman of its Board of Trustees.
SkillSoft to Reduce Content Administration through SAP® Enterprise Learning environment SkillSoft to Reduce Content Administration through SAP® Enterprise Learning environment supported by Open Learning Services
New SkillSoft OLSA Integration with SAP Enterprise Learning Addresses Customer Concerns with Administrative Overhead and Improves Speed-to-Learning
More Companies, Workers Adopt Consumer-Directed Health PlansNearly Half of Employers Now Have CDHPs, Watson Wyatt/National Business
Group on Health Survey Finds
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 89.5 to 98.8 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
Suzanne Johnson Joins Buck Consultants as DirectorSuzanne Johnson has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Secaucus, NJ office.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Colorado and Utah organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 81.9 percent to include nearly all companies. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
Star organizational consultant to headline summer institute for HR professionalsStar organizational consultant to headline summer institute for HR professionals; Applications now being accepted
For Companies Going Through Job ReduRiseSmart Offers a New, More Proactive Approach to Outplacement Through RiseSmart Transition Management Services, “Job Concierges” Help Laid-Off Employees Find Their Next Job
PDMS Software Development Team GrowsThree New Appointments Underline Growth For Successful Software Company
Minimum Wage Increase Updates on FLSA Compliance BookFLSA Compliance: An Overview for the HR Professional is an updated overview with that will save time and help maintain compliance among federal, state and local rules.
Harris, Rothenberg International, LLC, Receives MerComm Award for “Healthy Weight Campaign”Harris, Rothenberg International (HRI), LLC, a global performance management company, has received the Bronze MerComm award for its “Healthy Weight Campaign.”
Integrated Benefits Institute Accepting 2007 Employer Benchmark Data Reliable, source-protected data enables employers to make key business decisions on benefits programs
New Business Development Director Brings HR Expertise to SeattleNAS Recruitment Communications announced the appointment of Jackie Rief as Director, Business Development, for the HR communications industry leader's Seattle, WA office.
Workscoop - Rate Your Job, Rate Your BossWorkscoop allows employees to submit reviews that rate their job, boss and recent interview. This information allows job seekers to get inside information about prospective employers.
Entrepreneur introduces New Learning SolutionLisa Moore, small business entrepreneur, announces the introduction of new learning solution, Passport to Transformation™, for professional development and coaching.
Save the Date for Accelerate 2008! CyberShift Announces Details of Client ConferenceCyberShift, a leading global provider of workforce management and expense management software and services
Upcoming Avilar Webinar Offers Tips for Avoiding and Recovering from Talent Management DisastersAccording to Avilar, competency management is the foundation of all talent management activities. It improves the ability to support strategic talent management initiatives such as recruiting, performance management and succession planning by enabling organizations to better analyze organizational skill gaps and training needs.
Quiznos Selects Halogen for Fresh Approach to Talent ManagementNew System to Streamline Process, Drive Value from Appraisals
Lynda Fleury selected for ISE Southeast Award 2008Unum and Home Depot IT executives honored for achievements in information security
TalentQuest Webinar Explores Competencies That Matter for Effective Talent ManagementMarch 20 event will discuss the skills, knowledge, behaviors and abilities needed for people in key roles to succeed
Salary.com™ Increases Global Presence in Compensation Market with Launch of Canadian Market Pricing New CompAnalyst® product provides a single source of employer-reported compensation data for Canadian businesses; first deal already completed
Warren L. Ezra Joins Benefit ConceptsBenefit Concepts, Inc. announced today that Warren Ezra has joined the company as Regional Sales Manager covering the Southeastern United States.
Jerry Reiff Joins OCI as Director of Client ServicesJerry Reiff Joins Premier Healthcare Benefits Data Management Provider OCI as Director of Client Services