Articles by tag: benefits
How can businesses effectively address the diverse needs of an aging workforce while managing the associated costs? The increasing presence of older employees brings a wealth of experience and stability to the workplace, yet it also demands significant investment in continuous training and updated benefits to match their evolving needs. As of 2023, according […]
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Business Services
Navigating the New Era of B2B Talent Acquisition and Retention
On this episode of Pro AV Today, host Ben Thomas welcomes Shelby Gartner from TransUnion to discuss the evolving dynamics of recruiting and retaining talent in the B2B. Gartner, a seasoned expert in the field, shed light on the transformative strategies and emerging challenges businesses face in this critical area. Central to the conversation was […]
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Labor Demand: Layoffs were Common During the Pandemic, So Why are Small Businesses Struggling with Labor Supply Now?
Labor demand increased by 13% according to recent statistics and supply increased by 132 percent from 2019 to 2020. Furloughs and layoffs were abundant just over two years ago when the pandemic hit, and the statistics don’t lie. The Bureau of Labor Services found that between 2019 and 2020, labor demand decreased by 13 […]
Healthcare
Shifting Patient Responsibility
From the patient to the provider to the payer, healthcare is a busy operating system that everyone plays an important role in. Reflecting on his journey in healthcare and the current operating system is Nick Love, a Benefit Strategist with Brinson Benefits. Host of Highway to Health host David Kemp sat down with Love to talk about his […]
Healthcare
Tearing Down the Barrier of Prior Authorization Through Automation
If you’ve ever had to chase down a prior authorization before getting your medical procedure approved for coverage, you’re not alone. According to a recent white paper by the American Hospital Association, prior authorization has been found to be a barrier to care, restricting access to coverage for many patients. Paul Shorrosh, founder and CEO […]
Education & EdTech
The EdTech Industry is Refocusing its Goals After the End of Unemployment Benefits
This week marked an end to COVID unemployment benefit programs, leaving millions without federal aid, and millions more with reduced weekly checks, according to data from The Century Foundation. This is raising many questions across industry, as different verticals weigh what it’ll take to get employees back to work, and as workers determine how this […]
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Why You Want to Work at Presco
While many companies look at positions as just job,. Presco commits to providing careers for its workforce. The Marking Minute host Daniel Litwin chatted with Kelly Brown, HR Representative, to learn more. “We have a wide variety of different positions, from entry-level to sales and administrative,” Brown said. The inclusive and welcoming culture of the […]
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Secure Grid Modernization with Zero Trust Architecture
Ray Bauer of Verizon Business engages with Del Rodriguez from Palo Alto Networks at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. Rodriguez shares insights into the significance of cybersecurity within the utility sector, particularly in light of increasing cyber threats and the convergence of IT and operational technology (OT). Bauer and Rodriguez discuss Palo Alto Networks’ initiatives to enhance […]
Private Wireless Networks
Verizon host Wayne Weeks discusses the evolving utility industry with John Gaster, CEO of KSI Data Sciences at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. Together, they explore how KSI focuses on harnessing data from remote sensing devices to enhance the safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of utility operations. Gaster emphasizes the significant role of AI and machine learning in […]
5G Network Platforms
Verizon host Matt Montgomery chats with Blaze Vincent and Thedy Wana from Ericsson, where they discuss pressing challenges and opportunities within the utility sector, emphasizing the significant role of digital transformation and 5G technology in addressing these issues. The conversation highlights Ericsson’s contributions to smart grid modernization and how their innovative solutions are tailored […]
Leveraging 5G to Extend Security Policies
Guests Jeff Brown and Carlos Augusto from Fortinet join Brett Barganz of Verizon to discuss the integration of extended security policies with 5G technology at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. They delve into the transformation and challenges in cybersecurity within the utility sector, highlighting the strategic partnership between Fortinet and Verizon to advance security solutions that leverage […]