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For several years now Gen Zers, aka Millennials (those born between the mid 1980s and early 2000s), have been dubbed “the worst generation.” They have been labeled with character traits such as lazy, needy, entitled, unwilling to work hard, and disrespectful. These are some harsh accusations and are...

As we near the halfway point for 2023, it’s safe to say state legislatures across the country have been busy. The passage of laws has been so fast and furious, in fact, that it’s tremendously difficult for HR leaders and teams to keep pace (and keep compliant). We recently conducted a mid-year legal...

Conversations surrounding AI tools in the workplace are nothing new. For years, we’ve heard speculative questions posed about the power, limitations, ethics and scope of AI. Each question was posed in the future tense. How will employees respond to this powerful tech? When AI arrives, how useful wil...

One of the most challenging businesses is the business of people. According to our 2022-2023 Voice of the Workforce Report, 56 percent of HR leaders say retaining talent is more difficult and 50 percent of employees rate their organization’s employee experience as average or poor. So, how can employ...

Let’s talk about Taylor Swift. The entertainer has monopolized headlines, made economies stronger and merged football fans with Taylor Swift fans (Swifties). Who would have thought? AI likely could have predicted it – maybe not the relationship (although…maybe?) but definitely the impact of dating K...

Keeping track of employee benefits and payroll with paper processes can be extremely inefficient – especially when managing a workforce made up of hundreds of employees. However, modernizing processes can also seem like a tall task, prompting concerns about how smooth the transition will be and how...

The scope of your HR needs is based on many contributing factors. While some businesses may need a full HR team, others may find more value in augmenting HR with outside services. Organizations that do employ internal HR may still find strategic HR tasks hard to prioritize along with their administr...

According to isolved’s third annual HR Leaders report, 91 percent of HR decision makers plan to invest in some form of HR technology this year. From benefits enrollment and scheduling to analytics to learning management, organizations look to technology to help boost their employee experience and ge...

While scrolling through Instagram, Twitter and other social media sites, it is easy to think that everyone around you has attained the elusive work-life balance. You see that crisp photograph of the immaculate living room, kids playing on the floor as the parents sit down with a cup of coffee. The...

Business leaders are embracing the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEI&B) initiatives. Promoting equity and diversity is a powerful way to foster inclusivity and show employees that they’re valued. An added bonus? It's also good for business. In fact, McKinsey and C...

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has been a cornerstone of U.S. labor law since its enactment in 1993, safeguarding employees' rights to unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. With the landscape of work continually evolving, staying abreast of FMLA requireme...

COVID-19 has resulted in an unprecedented situation, leaving employers scrambling to keep business moving while keeping their employees safe. At iSolved, we’ve been working diligently to provide employers with the resources they need to maintain some sense of normalcy through the unique situation.&n...

Davis Miller Enterprises LLC dba: Right at Home, based in Little Rock, AR, provides a range of in-home care options for seniors and adults with disabilities. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for those they serve, whether it’s helping with dressing and hygiene, providing medication rem...

No two businesses are alike, so why would your HR solutions be? As HR software systems are rapidly growing, organizations are now able to customize their services, choosing to augment existing platforms to build an HR strategy tailored to their needs and business growth. Along with scalability...

Forty-one percent of employees say their employer doesn’t offer employee resource groups (ERGs), which is a big opportunity for employers looking for new ways to support their workforce, including groups like veterans, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women and more. An ERG is a voluntary, employee-led gr...

Now is the time to check in with your HR friends and family. With more demands, fewer resources and less time, HR teams are being stretched thin and having a hard time keeping up with the day-to-day— not to mention having the time to focus on longer-term, more strategic objectives. In an era of...

It’s not uncommon for superheroes to come together – whether they meet up at headquarters to strategize, a fortress to train or a lair to simply enjoy each other’s company. People Heroes are no different. Most recently, People Heroes – which is what we call HR, payroll and benefits professionals – u...

Employees need to be kept safe at work—and employers have an obligation to ensure employee safety. Yet, some companies forgo implementing an effective workplace safety policy, which can leave employees and employers alike at risk. In our latest Compliance Corner, HR Services’ Business Partner Casey...

Across the country, pay transparency laws are becoming increasingly common. The laws are designed to promote fairness and equity in the workplace by removing disparities among gender, race, ethnicity and other characteristics. Ten states already have these laws on the books while many others are in...

For some, the end of the year is a time of relaxation—but not for business leaders and HR teams. As we head toward the end of the year, businesses are feverishly working to put a bow on 2023 while preparing for next year. What can they expect in 2024? If the last few years have been any indication,...

When you run a seasonal business, recruiting, hiring and managing temporary staff comes with a unique set of legal challenges. What should you know before you bring in workers to ensure you stay compliant with pertinent laws and regulations? Here are seven things to take into consideration when it c...

Welcome to 2024 -- the new year promises to be an exciting time for the Human Resources (HR) world! There are a few standout trends that started percolating in 2023, and we are very interested to see the trajectory. From minimum wage increases to pay transparency laws, there is a litany of changes a...

Payroll managers play a critical role in organizations, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time. However, the value of payroll extends far beyond these operational tasks.   In isolved’s Payroll Masterclass, Pete Tiliakos of 3Sixty Insights shed light on the strategic impact...

What You Need to Know Designed to clarify things for employers to help them avoid misclassification, the U.S. Department of Labor released a final rule this week that changes the criteria for classifying independent contractors. What’s the new rule and what do you need to know to comply? We’ll break...

It’s the holiday season, and for many organizations, that means it’s also budget season. As teams assess needs for 2024, it’s important to consider investments in employee experience (EX). Excellent EX is top of mind in today’s workforce. Ninety-one percent of HR leaders say it’s the main priority t...