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Viewpoint: Lessons Learned from Telecommuting
Kathaleena Monds' research team at Albany State University has been required to telecommute during the COVID-19 pandemic. She quickly wondered, "How productive are our employees working remotely?" and came to…
Share Your Story: Company Reaches Out to Housebound Employees
Welcome to the SHRM Online "Share Your Story" series, launched for HR professionals to share their experiences during the coronavirus pandemic. Our first story comes from Rebecca Kirby and Denise…
How to Maintain Cybersecurity for Your Remote Workers
Employers need to pay extra attention to securing the technology their remote workforce is using. The growing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is providing plenty of new opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit…
Help Alleviate the Anxieties of Employees Working from Home
With untold numbers of employees now working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic, employers are being asked to provide emotional support and counseling that can improve employees' mental and…
New Unemployment Claims Soar to 3.28 Million
The number of
Viewpoint: The Coronavirus Crisis Doesn’t Have to Lead to Layoffs
Leaders are obligated to make responsible decisions to keep their companies afloat. But those who manage the economic effects of this crisis in a clear and compassionate way create more…
Special COVID-19 Health Insurance Enrollment Windows and Waivers
For fully insured group health plans, some insurers are treating the COVID-19 pandemic as a special enrollment event and are enabling employees to enroll in coverage during a limited mid-year…
Germany: Managing Costs During the Pandemic Through Short-Time Work
As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the German government has made the requirements for "short-time work" compensation temporarily more flexible as of March 1
Union Elections Suspended Due to Coronavirus
The National Labor Relations Board suspended union elections through April 3 in response to the coronavirus pandemic