How aware are employees of their benefits? Findings from two companies
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A study was conducted to determine employee awareness of their benefits. Data were obtained from a manufacturing firm and a service firm. Employees in both samples were asked to indicate which benefits from a checklist of 38 benefits were made available by their organization. A more than 85% accuracy rate was reported, debunking previous research and anecdotal evidence that employees are generally unaware of their benefits. However, results also showed that a majority still do not comprehend the benefit costs shouldered by employers.
Publication Name: Benefits Quarterly
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 8756-1263
Year: 1996
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Universal basic benefits preempt mandated benefits
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The US spends a significant amount on health care but inadequate health insurance is still a major national problem. A state's health care system should address the needs of its citizens. Individuals should have basic health care such as a basic benefits plan even if it runs counter to the states' mandated benefits. Coverage for non-basic services should be available in the health care market.
Publication Name: Benefits Quarterly
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 8756-1263
Year: 1992
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The changing nature of work/life benefits: Owens Corning's experience
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Owens Corning is embracing changes in work and life benefits. It has developed wealth building, wealth protection and work/life initiatives called LifeStages which integrate new incentives with traditional benefits. The continued progress of LifeStages hinges on several issues, such as technological support, constant assessment of employees' work/life situations and site culture.
Publication Name: Benefits Quarterly
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 8756-1263
Year: 1996
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