Year-Round Strategies for Effective Benefits Communication
Maintaining open lines of communication on employee benefits is essential for attracting and keeping talent in a highly competitive job market. Employees today need benefits that are tailored to their specific requirements, and although open enrollment is a crucial period for benefits communication, it shouldn’t be the only one. Consistent Communication Establishes Trust Consistent communication throughout the year […]
Do More With Less in Your HR Department
The Human Resource department is the backbone of a company. With many changes over these past couple of years, HR departments are working a lot leaner; whether that’s due to department budget cuts, reduced HR staff, or both. So, how do you keep a company running without burning out your remaining HR staff? Likely, it […]
HR’s Toolkit to Making it Through Open Enrollment
As an HR professional, the term “Open Enrollment” might stir up a mix of emotions. On one hand, it’s a time for employees to make important decisions about their benefits. On the other, it often means long hours, tight deadlines, and the potential for burnout. But fear not, we’ve compiled an OE toolkit to help […]
Register for Our Upcoming Webinar: How to Maximize Open Enrollment with BRI
It’s that time of year again for many benefits professionals. Whether you are new to BRI or just looking for the latest updates, we have you covered this open enrollment season! Join us for our upcoming webinar on October 4th at 2pm ET. Are you looking for ways to make the most of your company’s […]
Register for Our Upcoming Webinar: Hot Trends in Benefits for this Open Enrollment Season
Get ready to supercharge your open enrollment season with our upcoming webinar, “Hot Trends in Benefits for this Open Enrollment Season.” In today’s ever-evolving workplace landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential, and we’re here to guide you through the latest trends and innovations in employee benefits. Whether you’re an HR professional, a benefits […]
Preparing for The Upcoming Enrollment Season
Over the last few years, changes in healthcare industry policies and consumer preferences have resulted in significant shifts in plan design and employee benefit preferences. Employers who understand these changes will be better equipped to create benefit plans that align with their employee’s needs and attract the best talent. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take […]
Say this, not that: Taboo words in your benefits communication
We wrote a piece on benefits communication a while ago, focused on clearing up 9 confusing benefits terms. Benefits are a tricky topic. That includes pre-tax benefits. This makes proper benefits communication crucial. So, knowing that benefits communication is complicated (even if it’s not intentional), this blog will equip you to reframe confusing Open Enrollment […]
The True Value of Employee Benefits
As the business landscape evolves, companies often face the challenge of managing costs while maintaining a productive and satisfied workforce. According to Care for Business research, over 40% of HR leaders plan to recalibrate or trim their benefits offerings in the coming year. While the immediate cost-saving benefits may seem tempting, slashing employee benefits can […]
A Comprehensive Guide To Prepare For Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment is a critical period for both employers and employees. It’s the time when employees have the opportunity to review and select their benefits for the upcoming year. As an employer, taking proactive steps to prepare for this period is essential for ensuring a smooth and successful Open Enrollment process. Start Planning Early One […]
More than FSAs: Get Employees Ready for Open Enrollment
Open enrollment can be a daunting time for employees, especially if they’re not familiar with all of the benefits their company offers. Many employers offer Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) as a way to help employees cover out-of-pocket medical expenses. FSAs are a great way to save money on things like co-pays and prescriptions, but they’re […]
The Importance of a Year-Round Benefits Communication Strategy
The benefits landscape is ever-changing, and so are the needs and expectations of your employees. An effective benefits communication strategy should be agile enough to keep up with the times and address the specific concerns of your employees. Providing your employees with a comprehensive benefits package is important. Not only does it help attract and […]
Your Year-end Pre-tax Benefits Playbook
Get ready for the season—Open Enrollment Season that is! Whether you’re starting open enrollment early or not until closer to the end of the year, this is for you. Just remember, Benefit Resource is on your team. We understand it is a stressful time and are ready to make your year-end pre-tax benefits goals a reality. […]
7 Common Open Enrollment Mistakes
Enrolling in benefits is far from a pleasant task. For employees, it can often feel like there is too little time and too many choices. For employers, it can feel like they have to wrangle cats. If Open Enrollment has felt too overwhelming, perhaps you’re doing it the hard way. Find out what you can […]
Announcing BRI’s New Import Wizard
As a result of client feedback, and our efforts toward continuous improvement, BRI has added a File Import Wizard on BRIWEB. This wizard will streamline the file-uploading process, facilitate faster funding, and eliminate data integrity risks resulting from manual file handling. It will be made available to all clients who use the Secure File Upload […]
BRI’s New Client Implementation Solution
Benefit Resource (BRI) has launched a new client implementation solution designed to simplify the process of collecting and managing forms, documents, eSignatures, and any key information in a single, secure place. NEW features and benefits include: Easy to use solution that’s compliant with our data privacy policies Provides visibility and transparency into the client implementation process for […]
Register for Our Upcoming Webinar: Open Enrollment Readiness Part 4: Planning and Executing on Your Employee Communication Strategy
Join Benefit Resource (BRI) for our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, September 14th at 1:00 PM EDT. In this half-hour series, we will break down Open Enrollment into manageable steps (and hopefully take a few of the surprises away). Register for Part 4: Planning and Executing on Your Employee Communication Strategy. In this session we’ll cover: Defining your message: […]
Register for Our Upcoming Webinar: Open Enrollment Readiness Part 3: Submitting Employer Plan Changes.
Join Benefit Resource (BRI) for our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, September 7th at 1:00 PM EDT. In this half-hour series, we will break down Open Enrollment into manageable steps (and hopefully take a few of the surprises away). Register for Part 3: Submitting Employer Plan Changes. In this session we’ll cover: What are common changes to be aware […]
Register for Our Upcoming Webinar: Open Enrollment Readiness Part 2: What’s New in Account-Based Plans (and BRI)
Join Benefit Resource (BRI) for our upcoming webinar on Wednesday, August 31st at 1:00 PM EDT. In this half-hour series, we will break down Open Enrollment into manageable steps (and hopefully take a few of the surprises away). Register for Part 2: What’s New in Account-Based Plans (and BRI). In this session we’ll cover: Leveraging Specialty Accounts to […]
Your Cheat Sheet for Open Enrollment
There are a lot of different benefits plans out there, and choosing the right one can sometimes feel like gambling. But with BRI’s help, you’ll be able to make the choice that works best for you. BRI’s VP of Strategy, Becky Seefeldt, put together a cheat sheet for Open Enrollment with Employee Benefit News. This […]
Creating a Positive Work Environment to Ask Questions
There is plenty of information on the web about what employees should ask employers regarding benefits. But there are surprisingly few resources that address steps employers can take to create a positive work environment- specifically one where it’s safe to ask questions about benefit plans. John Maxwell, leadership mentor and speaker, said “People may hear […]
Register for Our Webinar Series: Open Enrollment Readiness
Join Benefit Resource (BRI) for our upcoming webinar series beginning Wednesday, August 24th at 1:00 PM EDT. In this half-hour series, we will break down Open Enrollment into manageable steps (and hopefully take a few of the surprises away). Register for our first session, Part 1: Understanding Plan Trends and Participant Behaviors. In this session we’ll cover: What […]
Take an Ongoing Approach to Open Enrollment and Benefits Communications
Companies need an ongoing approach to make the most out of Open Enrollment. With the hyper-personalization of benefits, employees expect companies to provide benefits to meet their specific needs. By prioritizing benefits communications throughout the year, companies can ensure that their employees are always aware of the resources available to them. BRI’s VP of Strategy, […]
Anatomy of a Successful Open Enrollment Presentation
Open Enrollment is critical to reviewing and updating your employee benefits packages. The right benefits can attract and retain top talent, while the wrong benefits can result in high turnover rates and low morale. As such, it’s essential to consider your Open Enrollment presentation carefully. Whether you’re presenting to virtual or in-person attendees, there are […]
Employee Benefits Communication Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When it comes to employee benefits, communication is key. However, many employers still make common communication mistakes that can have a negative impact on how their employees view their benefits. Here are some of the most common mistakes employers make regarding employee benefits and how to avoid them: Communication mistake: Providing too much information at […]
