OSHA Announces Top 10 Violations for 2025
OSHA recently revealed its top 10 most frequently cited standards in the 2025 fiscal year using preliminary data. This information is valuable for businesses of all kinds, as it helps them identify common exposures that affect their workforce and gives them the information they need to plan their compliance programs.
Cyber Hygiene for Schools: Teaching Digital Safety to Students
Cyber hygiene for schools is more important than ever in today’s digital learning environment. Teaching digital safety to students not only protects their personal information but also strengthens overall school cybersecurity. With increasing online access in classrooms, cyber hygiene for schools must become a routine part of curriculum planning and student behavior expectations.
Mental Health Benefits Go Mainstream: What Employers Need to Know
Once considered a niche offering or a reactive add-on, mental health benefits have now moved to the center of the employee experience. In 2025, nearly half of U.S. employers offer some form of mental health support beyond traditional EAPs—a sharp rise from just 30% in 2023. This shift isn’t just cultural; it’s strategic.
Balancing Benefits Costs with Talent Strategy in 2025
In today’s competitive labor market, benefits managers are walking a tightrope: controlling rising costs while delivering packages that attract and retain top talent. According to SHRM’s 2025 Employee Benefits Survey, this balancing act is now one of the most pressing challenges facing HR leaders.
Supplemental Health Products Surge as Employees Seek Layered Coverage
In a year defined by rising healthcare costs and shifting employee expectations, supplemental health insurance products are experiencing a notable surge. According to LIMRA’s latest workplace benefits sales data, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance sales rose 11% year-over-year through the third quarter of 2024. This growth reflects a broader trend: employees are increasingly seeking layered protection to fill gaps left by traditional health plans.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. During this month, the public and private sectors work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.