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 by Spark Team The PATH Act allows small businesses, that typically do a lot of research and development while getting their businesses up and running, to receive credits against their payroll tax right away. R&D Tax Credit Overview If you are...

by Craig Cohen Special thanks to ADP Marketplace partner, JazzHR, for this article. In a tight labor market, it's essential to design recruitment workflows around candidates themselves. The most successful recruiters know how to stand out and attract qualified candidates —...

by Cat DiStasio HR and IT can work together to form a strategy that uses technology to drive their organization forward. Technology is no longer siloed in the IT department. Now, it's an integral concern for every team throughout an...

by Albert McKeon As the majority of the freelance workforce shifts toward younger, technology-savvy contractors, organizations that can't promptly pay will fail to attract the services of this mobile-first demographic. The gig economy benefits employers and employees alike. Organizations can stay nimble...

by Heather Jordan and Dr. Susan Hanold Retaining the best employees requires more than just performance feedback and paychecks. Today's workers have clearly articulated their expectations about flexibility, opportunity, purpose and culture, investment and growth. Culture and people strategy aren't just...

by Cat DiStasio HR leaders must shift their technology focus from systems of record to systems of engagement. Digital transformation requires HR leaders to define goals clearly and work closely with IT to enhance the employee experience. Employee engagement is no...

by Graham Templeton Desire for a four-day work week among European workers stems from a number of factors, including work-life balance and unpaid overtime. Summer all year, Kool-Aid out of the water fountains, and a three-day weekend every time — you...

by David Rodeck A little research and preparation can lead to big savings on your unemployment tax exposure. While state unemployment may seem like just another payroll tax, there is one important differentiator: State unemployment is the only one your...

by Ellen Feeney Mandatory and regular anti-harassment training is one of the key ways to protect your employees and everyone in your workplace from harassment. Smart employers recognize effective sexual harassment training is an important part of creating a workplace...

by Spark Team Guidelines to help prevent the spread of the virus in the workplace. Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. As of March 1, 2020, there have been more than...