"Skills gaps and scarcity will always be a challenge for most organizations, but equipped with the right insights and a well-crafted talent strategy, you can build a resilient and adaptive workforce for any contingency in the year ahead," the report says.

The cost-of-living crisis is having a major impact on employees (particularly women, Gen-Xers, boomers, and Hispanics), says new report. Employers need to educate them about mental health and financial wellness benefits.

Environmental, social and governance investing is likely to remain a hot topic under different administrations, so what's a benefits professional to do? Remain nimble in complying with rules that are likely to continue to evolve.