Pay equality has been an important topic over the last few years, and the drive to correct the systemic suppression of wages for women and minority workers for decades has led to pay transparency laws in several states. New York will now join eight other states in requiring employers to disclose to job applicants how much a position pays.

Managing diverse payroll regulations can be overwhelming, but the complexities don't need to hinder a thriving hybrid work culture.

Governments worldwide are taking steps to protect privacy rights, which has led to new exposures for businesses.

Here is what I'm calling my 10 commandments of any reference-based pricing plan. Every one of these is important, however, they are ranked from 10 to one, with one being the most important element.