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June 2009 Workforce ChronicleWelcome to the Workforce Chronicle. In this issue, we are excited to announce the latest addition to our newsletter – the HR Corner from our own Carol Duman, HR director for WorkForce Software. Drawing from nearly 15 years experience, Carol will discuss current HR news, challenging workforce issues, or HR tips in each issue! This month’s Learning Series webinar is “Family and Medical Leave Act: FMLA Amendments and New Regulations,” presented by David Calzone, Director and Shareholder of Vercruysse Murray & Calzone, P.C. View this webinar by June 30, 2009, for a chance to win a fee copy of Aspen Publisher’s Family and Medical Leave Guide. Congratulations to Assistant VP of HR Michael Jolly from the University of Idaho for winning Aspen Publisher’s APA Basic Guide to Payroll for viewing “Keys to a Successful Workforce Management Implementation” during the month of May. DON’T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE HACKETT GROUP'S WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE STUDY. DEADLINE JUNE 19, 2009. FRIENDS OF WORKFORCE RECEIVE 70% OFF, SO CONTACT US TODAY! HR CoRNERThe Changing Role of HRThe role of the Human Resources professional is changing. Traditionally viewed as the policing arm of executive management, HR is becoming a strategic partner throughout the organization, and impacting business development, employee productivity, and corporate strategy. Featured ArticleLet Workforce Management Technology Manage Your FMLAOn January 16, 2009, new regulations and amendments to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) went into effect that include the new Military Caregiver Family Leave, and the Qualifying Exigency Family Leave policies. What does this mean for HR? More headaches? Maybe, maybe not. But, there are definitely more regulations to learn and implement at your organization to avoid liability. How do you avoid the headaches and maintain compliance with FMLA? Automate. Automate. Automate. Workforce management systems today are HR’s new best friend in the workplace.
Articles & InsightsSweeping new Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) regulations finalized!The Department of Labor has released final regulations covering the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and addressing new military family leave entitlements for employees. The department says that many of the revisions were designed to clarify the requirements that the FMLA imposes on both employees and employers and to improve the communication between employers and employees. The new FMLA rules are effective on January 16, 2009. [more] 95 Paper Workers to Receive $11.75M Labor SettlementThe Alaska Pulp Corporation (APC) of Sitka, Alaska agreed to pay about 95 former employees more than $11.75 million in back wages and retirement benefits under a settlement with the National Labor Relations Board. [more] HR Managers Predict Problems if EFCA PassesNinety-five percent of employers say that American businesses would be hurt if the proposed Employee Free Choice Act were to become law, but far fewer say that unions would be successful in organizing employees at their own organization, according to a survey conducted by BLR's HR Daily Advisor. [more] WorkForce Software in the NewsCase StudyUnited Illuminating UI is a New Haven, Connecticut-based regional distribution company that provides electricity and energy-related services to more than 320,000 customers in municipalities in the Greater New Haven and Bridgeport areas. UI’s workforce management processes were conducted manually, and the organization needed to automate these processes. UI chose WorkForce Software’s EmpCenter® to automate and manage its complex labor policies consistently and accurately. EmpCenter increased productivity and reduced labor costs associated to UI’s workforce management practices. View the case study to learn more about UI’s workforce management challenges and solutions. The United Illuminating Company - Utility Industry Case Study EmpCenterEmpCenter® Absence ManagerEmpCenter Absence Manager provides HR with a solution to enforce employee leave policies and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). By automating 100% of your organizations leave management processes, EmpCenter Absence Manager increases productivity by streamlining routine tasks. Contact WorkForce Software for more information at info@workforcesoftware.com. White Paper HighlightFatigue ManagementImplementation Keep Your Organization in Compliance, and Your Employees Well-Rested. [more] Webinars
EventsStop by the WorkForce Software booth at the following 2009 Conferences and Expos.Prize Drawings held during each event!
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