An increasing reliance on AI and demand for greater absence and leave management are driving the changes.

“An empowered people strategy not only helps you achieve your objectives but also fosters sustainable growth,” according to Gallagher.

“Low deal volumes during the first half of 2025 suggest pent-up demand fueling a new wave of deals when market stability improves,” an expert predicts.

“With labor shortages already weakening U.S. economic growth and global competitiveness, critical steps must be taken to increase labor supply, prepare workers for the future economy, and attract global talent,” the Committee for Economic Development report concludes.

A new survey suggests that almost one-quarter of employees do not officially submit their vacation requests until the actual day they’re taking off — and sometimes not even until <i>weeks after </i>they’ve returned.

New study indicates 70% of Americans feel depressed and anxious about their finances and stresses the importance of having a financial advisor.

More than one-third of employees avoid thinking about health plans and retirement because they feel too overwhelmed.

A new survey reveals that employees rank mental health days as the best resource to manage stress and anxiety. So why do nearly two-thirds of workers leave vacation time on the table?