Ronald van den Hoff discusses the transformation from an industrial to digital/social revolution era (#Society30). He argues that organizations are shifting from hierarchical (1.0) to networked (2.0) to collaborative (3.0) models. The economy is becoming more interdependent through connectivity, sustainability, and reciprocity. Individuals are both producers and consumers (prosumers) through co-creation, crowdsourcing, and collaborative consumption. Value is created through networks and sharing.
This document discusses the need for companies and marketers to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and technologies. It emphasizes that those who are most adaptable to change will survive, as Charles Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection demonstrated. The document provides examples of how Fitzroy, a marketing agency, helps brands adapt to change through consumer research, social media integration, fluid approaches, and staying attuned to cultural trends. It highlights some of Fitzroy's successful campaigns that increased sales, members, and trials for clients through innovative adaptive strategies.
The city of Austin, Minnesota announced its intention to compete for Google Fiber in an effort to bring the high-speed internet service to the community. The Austin City Council expressed support for the "Think Big with a Gig" fiber initiative and the community is mobilizing its resources to convince Google of the opportunity. Community development director Craig Hoium noted the potential major impact of Google Fiber on the city.
Do You Use the 8 and 80 Employee Time System?Infinisource
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) mandates a seven-day workweek for computing employee overtime. There is an exception for hospitals an dother facilities. Review the details.
Employees Can't Waive the Right to OvertimeInfinisource
Have you ever had an employee say they would "waive" their rights to overtime pay? As an employer is that acceptable? Review what FLSA has to say on this topic.
Don't Use Exempt Positions as a RewardInfinisource
Some employers may have their hearts in the right place by rewarding employees with salaries, this could easily be a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Do you know the rules for exempt positions under FLSA?
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. This includes employers that are trying to cut the bottom line during these tough economic times. Some employers are searching to find a way to control health care costs as they continue to climb higher each year. One tactic that employers are embracing is to conduct a health plan eligibility audit.
Ronald van den Hoff discusses the transformation from an industrial to digital/social revolution era (#Society30). He argues that organizations are shifting from hierarchical (1.0) to networked (2.0) to collaborative (3.0) models. The economy is becoming more interdependent through connectivity, sustainability, and reciprocity. Individuals are both producers and consumers (prosumers) through co-creation, crowdsourcing, and collaborative consumption. Value is created through networks and sharing.
This document discusses the need for companies and marketers to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and technologies. It emphasizes that those who are most adaptable to change will survive, as Charles Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection demonstrated. The document provides examples of how Fitzroy, a marketing agency, helps brands adapt to change through consumer research, social media integration, fluid approaches, and staying attuned to cultural trends. It highlights some of Fitzroy's successful campaigns that increased sales, members, and trials for clients through innovative adaptive strategies.
The city of Austin, Minnesota announced its intention to compete for Google Fiber in an effort to bring the high-speed internet service to the community. The Austin City Council expressed support for the "Think Big with a Gig" fiber initiative and the community is mobilizing its resources to convince Google of the opportunity. Community development director Craig Hoium noted the potential major impact of Google Fiber on the city.
Do You Use the 8 and 80 Employee Time System?Infinisource
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) mandates a seven-day workweek for computing employee overtime. There is an exception for hospitals an dother facilities. Review the details.
Employees Can't Waive the Right to OvertimeInfinisource
Have you ever had an employee say they would "waive" their rights to overtime pay? As an employer is that acceptable? Review what FLSA has to say on this topic.
Don't Use Exempt Positions as a RewardInfinisource
Some employers may have their hearts in the right place by rewarding employees with salaries, this could easily be a violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Do you know the rules for exempt positions under FLSA?
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. This includes employers that are trying to cut the bottom line during these tough economic times. Some employers are searching to find a way to control health care costs as they continue to climb higher each year. One tactic that employers are embracing is to conduct a health plan eligibility audit.
In 1986 Congress passed the law known as COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act). This allows individuals who have a qualifying event to continue on the same coverage as when an active employee. So what constitutes a qualifying event?
The executive exemption to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is both broader and narrower than you might expect. Review the details on what is allowed for an executive exemption under FLSA.
Employer Reporting Regulations Provide SimplificationInfinisource
In early 2014, the IRS issues final regulations on Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) reporting and Applicable Large Employer (ALE) reporting. Simplification is a recurring theme in both sets of regulations. Learn more here.
An employer has the right to employ reasonable means to verify the legitimate use of FMLA leave. This right includes reviewing an employee’s public Facebook postings. On the other hand, it would likely violate FMLA to require access to an employee’s Facebook account before FMLA leave begins.
Compensating Employees Traveling as PassengersInfinisource
Employees occassionally travel for business purposes. Are you making sure that you are paying them properly? This means knowing the ins and outs of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to track time and attendance and to knwo when to pay hourly workers during travel.
This document promotes subscribing to a company's newsroom blog to receive updates and access information on their website. It provides the company name and website URL, as well as a phone number for contacting the company.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued an informal discussion letter about whether employers can require a high school diploma as a standard for job requirements. Review what the letter said.
Of all the major exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the administrative exemption is probably the most frequently debated. What looks to one person as a secretary may look to another as the glue that holds the company together. Review the conditions to apply this rule.
6 Tips to Avoid Common Information Return E-Filing ErrorsInfinisource
Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system has been available since November 2013. It provides an easy way to submit payroll and tax-related forms. Review these six tips to help you avoid common e-filing errors.
Even experienced payroll and HR professionals can sometimes be hard pressed to know all of the ins and outs of the rules related to meal breaks. Here’s a quick overview of the rules enforced by the DOL’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD).
Top 10 Reasons to Use a Health Flexible Spending AccountInfinisource
This document promotes a newsroom blog from Infinisource and encourages visiting their website at www.infinisource.com. It notes that over 29,000 peers already receive the Newsroom blog and provides a phone number of 800.300.3838 for the company.
FLSA - the Computer Employee ExemptionInfinisource
We live in the Computer Age, so it is no surprise that the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has a specific exemption for computer employees. Review requirements that are required to make an employee exempt with computer employee exemption.
FSAs, HRAs Can Improve Health of WellnessInfinisource
Proposed regulations offer potential for wellness programs and flexible benefits. Review how these three plans - FSA, HRA & wellness - can interact together and benefit both the employee and the employer.
Once upon a time, you could tell who the professionals in the workplace were by the color of their shirt collars. Hence, the term “white collar” was born. Today, this test under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is far more difficult than determining the difference between white and blue. Learn more about the professional exemption - aka the learned professional exemption.
Fair Labor Standards Act - the Outside Sales ExemptionInfinisource
Of all the exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) discussed in this series, you might think that the outside sales exemption is the easiest to define. That is not exactly the case. Review what it takes to use the outside sales exemption.
Why Should You Consider Outsourcing Your COBRA Administration?Infinisource
The complexity surrounding COBRA administration has grown and mistakes are not forgiven cheaply. There are many rules, notices, forms and court decisions that have rendered COBRA headaches for HR professionals. If this isn't enough reason to outsource this burden, review these results to why outsourcing this task is a good idea.
FLSA Classified Material - Exempt vs. NonexemptInfinisource
The distinction between exempt and nonexempt status is a foundational concept under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). And yet, it is sometimes misunderstood, even by large employers. The stakes are high. Review the basics of exempt vs. nonexempt employee classification.
In 1986 Congress passed the law known as COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act). This allows individuals who have a qualifying event to continue on the same coverage as when an active employee. So what constitutes a qualifying event?
The executive exemption to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is both broader and narrower than you might expect. Review the details on what is allowed for an executive exemption under FLSA.
Employer Reporting Regulations Provide SimplificationInfinisource
In early 2014, the IRS issues final regulations on Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) reporting and Applicable Large Employer (ALE) reporting. Simplification is a recurring theme in both sets of regulations. Learn more here.
An employer has the right to employ reasonable means to verify the legitimate use of FMLA leave. This right includes reviewing an employee’s public Facebook postings. On the other hand, it would likely violate FMLA to require access to an employee’s Facebook account before FMLA leave begins.
Compensating Employees Traveling as PassengersInfinisource
Employees occassionally travel for business purposes. Are you making sure that you are paying them properly? This means knowing the ins and outs of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to track time and attendance and to knwo when to pay hourly workers during travel.
This document promotes subscribing to a company's newsroom blog to receive updates and access information on their website. It provides the company name and website URL, as well as a phone number for contacting the company.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued an informal discussion letter about whether employers can require a high school diploma as a standard for job requirements. Review what the letter said.
Of all the major exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the administrative exemption is probably the most frequently debated. What looks to one person as a secretary may look to another as the glue that holds the company together. Review the conditions to apply this rule.
6 Tips to Avoid Common Information Return E-Filing ErrorsInfinisource
Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) system has been available since November 2013. It provides an easy way to submit payroll and tax-related forms. Review these six tips to help you avoid common e-filing errors.
Even experienced payroll and HR professionals can sometimes be hard pressed to know all of the ins and outs of the rules related to meal breaks. Here’s a quick overview of the rules enforced by the DOL’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD).
Top 10 Reasons to Use a Health Flexible Spending AccountInfinisource
This document promotes a newsroom blog from Infinisource and encourages visiting their website at www.infinisource.com. It notes that over 29,000 peers already receive the Newsroom blog and provides a phone number of 800.300.3838 for the company.
FLSA - the Computer Employee ExemptionInfinisource
We live in the Computer Age, so it is no surprise that the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has a specific exemption for computer employees. Review requirements that are required to make an employee exempt with computer employee exemption.
FSAs, HRAs Can Improve Health of WellnessInfinisource
Proposed regulations offer potential for wellness programs and flexible benefits. Review how these three plans - FSA, HRA & wellness - can interact together and benefit both the employee and the employer.
Once upon a time, you could tell who the professionals in the workplace were by the color of their shirt collars. Hence, the term “white collar” was born. Today, this test under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is far more difficult than determining the difference between white and blue. Learn more about the professional exemption - aka the learned professional exemption.
Fair Labor Standards Act - the Outside Sales ExemptionInfinisource
Of all the exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) discussed in this series, you might think that the outside sales exemption is the easiest to define. That is not exactly the case. Review what it takes to use the outside sales exemption.
Why Should You Consider Outsourcing Your COBRA Administration?Infinisource
The complexity surrounding COBRA administration has grown and mistakes are not forgiven cheaply. There are many rules, notices, forms and court decisions that have rendered COBRA headaches for HR professionals. If this isn't enough reason to outsource this burden, review these results to why outsourcing this task is a good idea.
FLSA Classified Material - Exempt vs. NonexemptInfinisource
The distinction between exempt and nonexempt status is a foundational concept under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). And yet, it is sometimes misunderstood, even by large employers. The stakes are high. Review the basics of exempt vs. nonexempt employee classification.
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