Month: October 2012

Insight into Real-Life OFCCP Audits – Examining Successful Audit Management Practices

By HR Vendor News | October 18, 2012

Scottsdale, AZ—On October 26, 2012, Beth Ronnenburg, SPHR, President of Berkshire Associates, a human resource consulting and technology firm that assists companies in building their ideal, balanced workforce, and Candee Chambers, Manager AAP/EEO Compliance at Cardinal Health, will share their firsthand experiences managing Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs’ (OFCCP) audits in their DirectEmployers Annual…

Insurance Costs Continue Trending Upward for Manufacturing & Distribution Organizations

By HR Vendor News | October 18, 2012

Kansas City, Kan.— It’s no surprise that with a looming nursing shortage, obesity at epidemic levels and baby boomers entering their golden years that there isn’t any foreseeable end in sight to the rising cost of healthcare. In fact, the 2012 Compensation Data Manufacturing & Distribution survey results reported the average annual cost of insurance…

New Pearls of Leadership Wisdom Book Helps Everyday Leaders Resolve Challenges

By HR Vendor News | October 17, 2012

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (Oct. 17, 2012) — From business to politics, people seem to be increasingly complaining about the quality of today’s leaders and leadership. Sandra Davis, CEO and co-founder of MDA Leadership Consulting, begs to differ about current leadership excellence. “It’s not that leaders today are any more or less competent than leaders in the…

Survey of ASHHRA Conference Attendees Reveals Talent Strategy Gaps

By HR Vendor News | October 17, 2012

Pittsburgh, October 17, 2012 — The American Society of Healthcare Human Resources Administrators (ASHHRA) held its annual meeting recently in Denver with over 700 healthcare HR leaders in attendance. Select International surveyed the attendees, examining impressions of talent strategies and the effectiveness of training to improve patient satisfaction. Results of the survey showed that less…

Equifax Workforce Solutions Expert to Share Strategies for Preventing Clawbacks at 2012 Credits and Incentives Symposium

By HR Vendor News | October 17, 2012

ST. LOUIS — WHO: Angela Lockman, vice president of Tax Credits and Incentives for Equifax Workforce Solutions (formerly TALX), a leader in human resource services WHAT: Will present a session at the Institute for Professionals in Taxation’s (IPT) 2012 Credits and Incentives Symposium titled “Preventing Clawbacks: Developing a Game Plan and Internal Guidance.” WHEN: The…

InTalent Consulting Group and HR Metrics Coach Announce HR Boot Camp™, a Workout for Workforce Planning

By HR Vendor News | October 16, 2012

Workforce planning is the hot HR topic! Strategic, tactical, operational … there are so many different definitions and flavors being touted across the HR profession “But, how do can we keep “workforce planning” from becoming the latest “flavor of the month?” asks Mary Ann Downey, principal, of HR Metrics Coach. Cindy Lubitz, Managing Director of…

Promoting Global Workplace Health: 13 Companies that Get It

By HR Vendor News | October 16, 2012

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2012 – According to a new report, for workplace health promotion and wellness programs to succeed globally, senior management must be convinced that these programs provide value to the business, such as boosting productivity or improving safety, in all regions of the world. Although such programs are rapidly growing worldwide, lack…

Decision Toolbox Named One of the Fastest Growing Private Companies

By HR Vendor News | October 16, 2012

Irvine, Calif. — Decision Toolbox, an on-demand recruiting firm that provides end-to-end recruitment solutions for 7% cost per hire on average, has been named one of the “Fastest Growing Private Companies” by the Orange County Business Journal. Published on October 1, Decision Toolbox was #60 on a list of 154 California-based fastest growing companies. According…

Staff Management | SMX to Support OHL’s Growing Staffing Requirements

By HR Vendor News | October 16, 2012

CHICAGO, IL – October, 10 2012 – Staff Management | SMX, the industry’s leading provider of comprehensive workforce management solutions, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with OHL, one of the largest 3PL’s in the world. In support of OHL’s continued growth, Staff Management | SMX will support OHL facilities in several…

Bernard Hodes Group Continues Winning Streak At Annual Creative Excellence Awards, Taking Home 29 Total Awards

By HR Vendor News | October 16, 2012

Bernard Hodes Group, a leading provider of integrated talent solutions, is pleased to announce that the company has received 29 total Creative Excellence Awards (CEAs), including four Grand Prizes — the most of any organization. This celebration of best in class creative and marketing campaigns for the recruitment industry, sponsored by ERE Media, was held…