Research

Transitioning from voluntary to auto-enrollment in 401(k)s, coupled with auto-escalation, should be a key plan design feature for employers, recommends the Morningstar Center for Retirement & Policy Studies.

Employers and plan sponsors must prioritize guaranteed income options in 401(k)s as a necessity – not just a "nice-to-have" option, according to a Nationwide's Protected Retirement survey report.

Well-designed retirement plans and financial education can help impact employee retirement savings, according to a new Human Interest survey.

Advisors can serve as a bridge to address the retirement readiness gap, helping plan sponsors—and in turn, employees— be better prepared for life in retirement, according to a new Fidelity survey.

More than half of Americans do not know how Social Security fits into their retirement plan, which is why employers should provide resources or have someone from a local SSA office come speak in person, according to Allianz Life.

Americans believe they'll need $1.2 million saved to retire comfortably, yet half expect to have less than $500,000 saved, which is why employers should consider offering more in-plan solutions to help employees transition to retirement, says a new Schroders survey.