Benefits Buzz Podcast

Did you know that about half of employees don’t understand their benefits, and 80% of employees never even open communications about benefits? Often, employees feel confused about their benefits plans options, especially if their employer is using “complicated HR jargon”...

Many companies are recession-planning and looking for ways to cut costs. But employees remain top of mind for employers, with 55% of businesses saying they will not reduce salaries if there is a recession, and 47% saying they will not...

Health saving accounts (HSAs) offer an excellent opportunity for participants to save money on healthcare expenses and for employers to support their employees’ wellness needs in a cost-efficient way. But there are HSA rules and regulations you and your employees...

For most of you, a new plan year has begun! And just because you have an entire plan year ahead doesn’t mean you should wait until November or December to put time and energy into your employee benefits. In fact,...

The annual inflation rate in the U.S. is between 8 and 9 percent in recent months. And only 18% of U.S. consumers said their wages are growing at the same rate as inflation, even though 63% of HR professionals said...

While health savings accounts (HSAs) can be used for saving, spending, and investing, many HSA participants are simply using the accounts to save on their needs today. Valeria Sauceda, senior implementation manager at WEX, comes from a family full of...

Last week we introduced the topic of ESG  and shared why it has become a business-critical topic. In the second part of our two-part series, we take the ESG report a level deeper by talking with WEX HR representatives Kate...

When it comes to sustainability, organizations have advanced from using paper straws to embedding sustainability into their business practices, processes, and strategy. Chances are that if your company isn’t focused on sustainability, it might be falling behind competition in a...

Benefits decision-making can be a daunting task for employees during open enrollment. And the current inflation rate makes these decisions even more important. With open enrollment right around the corner for most employees, here are the top benefits administration trends...

How well has your organization kept up with the changing face of talent acquisition in 2022? The last couple years have included a global pandemic, the rise of flexible work arrangements, and low unemployment. These and other factors have transformed...