Strategic Middle market HR managers have made significant strides advancing their organizations on a more strategic benefits continuum that supports Alignment, the well-being of employees as well as the business. This will go a long way toward ensuring they are well-positioned to anticipate the Partnership implications of the evolving health care environment and have the agility to respond effectively to emerging trends. is Key to That’s not to say to say there are no roadblocks. ACA compliance Success may be more worrisome than anyone wants to admit. Further, there’s substantial room for improvement in adopting a wider range of cost- savings tactics, many of which can be put in place without disrupting employees. Improving benefits cost and compliance will require closer alignment and improved communication between Finance and HR. And given the impact on organizational performance and employee satisfaction, employee benefits must be viewed as a strategic imperative with clear alignment on short and long-term priorities. Additional Resources from HUB International Ebook: The Employee Benefits Cost Management Challenge: Nine strategies to help you get benefits costs under control. Ebook: From Wellness to Peak Performance: Create a culture of health to boost employee health and productivity. Now’s the Time to Act Let’s work together to create an employee benefits strategy that meets your short and long-term goals. #LetsDoSomething Contact a HUB Employee Benefits advisor today Research Report | Employee Benefits Barometer: SMB Perspectives and Priorities in an Era of Disruption 13