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August 26, 2026
Open enrollment
How your broker supports open enrollment: before, during, and after
Open enrollment is one of HR's busiest, highest-stakes stretches, and how smoothly it goes often comes down to what your broker's actually doing behind the scenes, not just the plan you signed at renewal. A good broker sets up and tests the enrollment platform, drafts or reviews employee communications, supports employee education, coordinates compliance notices like COBRA and ACA disclosures, and audits enrollment data once OE closes. Since employees spend very little time choosing a plan, that support directly shapes whether they end up in the right coverage. A few weeks before OE opens, ask your broker to walk you through their plan for each of these pieces so you know what to expect.
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January 15, 2025
Employee benefits
Unlock hidden savings: the cost-saving power of carrier credits in employee health plans
Carrier credits are a cost-saving strategy for employers and benefits brokers looking to ease the financial burden of employee healthcare costs. They come in many different shapes and sizes, and there are strategic times of year you and your broker should explore them.
January 14, 2025
Tech and innovation
The ultimate guide to choosing benefits administration software (plus 7 top picks)
Benefits administration software streamlines HR tasks, saving time and reducing errors. It can help with open enrollment, educating employees, and enhancing compliance. Popular options include Ease, Rippling, ADP, Namely, Paylocity, Gusto, and Employee Navigator, each catering to different business needs and sizes.
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December 20, 2024
HR tips and tricks
Maximizing talent: How total rewards strategies drive recruitment and retention
A comprehensive total rewards strategy strengthens your company’s ability to stand out in a competitive market. From compensation and traditional benefits to non-monetary offerings and beyond, a total rewards strategy helps your HR team find and keep the right top talent — and boost overall employee satisfaction year over year.
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December 20, 2024
Employee wellness
How to use employee assistance programs (EAPs) in your employee benefits strategy
Employee assistance programs (EAPs) have been a long-time standard offering in employee benefits packages — and for good reason. These work-based programs provide employees with confidential support and resources for a range of personal challenges, from mental health concerns to financial issues and beyond.
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December 4, 2024
Employee benefits
How to drive manufacturing success with worker-centric employee benefits
Manufacturing and construction industries face unique workforce challenges, including a high turnover rate and safety concerns. Offering competitive benefits like comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible scheduling can help attract and retain top talent. Learn how to leverage benefits benchmarking and employee benefits surveys to create the perfect benefits plan.
November 20, 2024
Employee wellness
28 wellness apps to support employee health and happiness
Providing wellness apps is a growing trend in employee benefits packages because of their accessibility and potential impact. We’ll dive into various types of apps across mental, physical, financial, and family wellness categories to show you how these digital tools can enhance your benefits offerings.
November 20, 2024
Employee wellness
Support minds, strengthen teams: 5 mental health benefits to transform your workplace
Mental health benefits for employees are critical to any competitive benefits package. By offering comprehensive mental health support, from Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) to flexible work arrangements, and fostering a stigma-free environment, companies can boost productivity and create a workplace where employees thrive — both personally and professionally.
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November 20, 2024
Employee benefits
Supporting working parents: how to optimize your employee benefits package
Working parents face unique challenges that can impact their productivity and job satisfaction. Offering tailored benefits for parents can improve work-life balance, reduce stress, and increase loyalty. Benefits like parental leave, dependent care FSAs, and adoption assistance, as well as low-cost accommodations like flexible working hours, can have a big impact.
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October 21, 2024
Tech and innovation
The future of benefits is AI: fast, personalized, and private
Nava’s latest innovation, the AI-powered Benefits Assistant, available through the Nava Benefits App, revolutionizes employee support by providing fast, personalized answers to benefits-related questions. Designed to handle complex, individualized benefits plans, the assistant simplifies the employee experience while preserving privacy through personalized interactions. Whether it’s questions about core health benefits or company perks, the benefits assistant delivers instant, accurate responses. For more detailed questions, employees can seamlessly connect with Nava’s experienced Benefits Advocates. This hybrid approach improves HR efficiency and gives employees confidence in navigating their healthcare options.
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October 14, 2024
Employee wellness
Nava + Origin: financial wellness for every employee
Financial stress is a top issue for employees, impacting productivity and retention. Nava is excited to announce Origin as our newest Preferred Partner, offering clients a comprehensive financial wellness solution with turn-key onboarding and preferred pricing. Origin provides employees with personalized financial planning, budgeting, tax filing, and more—all within one easy-to-use platform. By addressing a major cause of employee stress, companies can improve engagement and retention. With Nava’s streamlined integration and ongoing support, HR teams can provide critical financial wellness benefits without the hassle. This partnership empowers employees to take control of their financial future while driving business success.
October 1, 2024
Employee benefits
How benefits benchmarking can help your business
Benefits benchmarking can help you create a competitive, cost-effective benefits package. In this guide, we’ll break down what benefits benchmarking is, why it’s important, and how to properly evaluate your employee benefits against competitors, industry standards, and emerging trends. Whether you’re looking to attract the right top talent or increase employee satisfaction over time, this guide ensures you’ll have everything needed to use benchmarking to level up your employee benefits.
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September 20, 2024
Employee wellness
Nava and One Medical: streamlining access to quality healthcare
Nava partners with One Medical to enhance employee access to quality healthcare. Offering virtual and in-person care across over 200 offices, One Medical simplifies healthcare access with same-day appointments, 24/7 virtual visits, and integrated mental health services. This partnership streamlines the onboarding process, reduces HR workload, and ensures employees receive the care they need when they need it.
