Commentary

Tailoring initiatives to the specific needs and culture of the organization is crucial for a successful mental wellness plan.

By providing workers with various learning paths, employers ensure workers have access to continuous learning programs that help them confidently work alongside AI and continue toward the future of work.

Offering on-demand pay is a low-lift, high-reward financial wellness benefit that works whether companies are hiring full time workers, part time workers or gig workers and, it is, the future of pay.

Leaner budgets will drive technology adoption and accelerate benefits automation.

Remember that the individuals in your organization need to know they are a vital part of the future vision for the company with AI, and that their use of AI has the power to dramatically improve their jobs.

Plan sponsors must evaluate their current PBM arrangements and decide whether they have a transparent arrangement that they trust or if there is a need to re-evaluate the PBM relationship.

This upcoming year will see new plans, programs and point solutions in the marketplace to support employers seeking to manage increasing health care costs.

Organizations are evolving in response to new challenges and opportunities, and HR and benefits managers are adjusting their approach to ensure their companies remain ready to execute their business strategy.