http://workforce.com/section/topics http://www.workforce.com en-us Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:28:53 EST 10 http://www.workforce.com/article/20121212/NEWS01/121219982/michigan-governor-signs-right-to-work-bills-into-law 20121212/NEWS01/121219982 Once they take affect early next year, Michigan will become the 24th right-to-work state in the United States. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121212/NEWS01/121219983/workers-spending-on-health-premiums-surges-74-percent-in-8-years 20121212/NEWS01/121219983 A worker, on average, spent $3,962 on family premiums in 2011, an increase of 74 percent from 2003. Meanwhile, the average family premium totaled $15,022, an increase of 62 percent from 2003, the report said. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 11:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121211/NEWS01/121219984/clients-kind-of-blue-over-ibms-401-k-surprise 20121211/NEWS01/121219984 Starting next year, Big Blue's match will be contributed as a lump sum on Dec. 31. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121211/NEWS02/121219986/michigan-lawmakers-pass-controversial-right-to-work-legislation-gov 20121211/NEWS02/121219986 The Michigan House approved House Bill 4003 and Senate Bill 116, which will ban the practice of workers being forced to pay any money to a union as a condition of employment. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS02/121219989/white-men-can-t-jump-to-conclusions-on-minority-issues 20121210/NEWS02/121219989 Rockwell Automation discovers the key to diversity training. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS02/121219990/what-s-wrong-with-your-diversity-training 20121210/NEWS02/121219990 Most diversity programs only focus on the experiences of women and people of color, and there is rarely any role for white men beyond making them feel guilty, an expert says. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS01/121219992/arbitrator-reinstates-chrysler-workers-fired-for-drinking-during 20121210/NEWS01/121219992 The workers were fired in September 2010 after a Fox network station in Detroit filmed them during breaks drinking alcohol and smoking in a nearby parking lot over several days. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS02/121219993/it-s-mobile-hr-software-but-it-s-not-an-app 20121210/NEWS02/121219993 Many tech vendors offer their services via websites that have been optimized to work on smartphones as an alternative to providing a true mobile app. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS02/121219994/five-mobile-apps-for-recruiters 20121210/NEWS02/121219994 The ranks of HR professionals using smartphones and apps to find and contact potential candidates are growing. Here are some of the apps they're using. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS01/121219995/hhs-gives-tentative-approval-to-six-state-health-insurance-exchanges 20121210/NEWS01/121219995 Those six states are Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon and Washington. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS02/121219996/mobile-hr-apps-picking-up-steam 20121210/NEWS02/121219996 Next year, payroll and timekeeping are expected to equal or overtake recruiting as the top human resources use for smartphone apps, the latest sign mobile-native software is starting to stick. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS01/121219998/beyond-com-buys-job-board-career-fair-operator 20121210/NEWS01/121219998 Beyond.com acquired Human Capital Solutions LLC, which does business as JobCircle.com, a job board that serves the mid-Atlantic area and has more than 1.3 million registered members. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS01/121209957/american-pilots-accept-contract-with-pension-freeze-provision 20121210/NEWS01/121209957 The pilots' approval clears the way for parent company AMR Corp., Fort Worth, Texas, to continue its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The pension proposal is contingent on the resolution of the bankruptcy proceedings. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121210/NEWS01/121209960/-pension-envy-for-employees-not-on-the-governments-dime 20121210/NEWS01/121209960 A recent analysis by Hearts & Wallets of individuals who are near or in retirement showed that those with a public pension are happier in retirement and have higher income than those who don't have a defined-benefit plan. Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121208/NEWS01/121209958/holiday-parties-turn-into-sandy-relief-efforts 20121208/NEWS01/121209958 Companies across the city ask their employees to raise money and bring canned goods and clothing. Those affected by the storm, including teachers and firefighters, get invitations. Sat, 8 Dec 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121207/NEWS01/121209961/-morgan-stanley-sets-2013-comp-plan-to-fuel-growth 20121207/NEWS01/121209961 The company released details of its 2013 adviser compensation grid Dec. 7. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121207/NEWS01/121209963/year-end-pension-funding-gaps-could-be-largest-on-record-mercer 20121207/NEWS01/121209963 The aggregate funding deficit in pension plans sponsored by S&P 1500 employers narrowed to $607 billion in November, down $12 billion from the $619 billion deficit recorded in October. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121207/NEWS02/121209965/catalysts-of-creative-destruction 20121207/NEWS02/121209965 Despite the hype about private equity and job loss, they have little net effect on employment levels. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 02:28:29 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121207/NEWS02/121209966/private-equity-turns-and-burns-its-past 20121207/NEWS02/121209966 While horror stories exist, in some cases private equity takeovers can lead to healthy updates to management methods and practices. Fri, 7 Dec 2012 02:13:26 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121206/NEWS01/121209967/korn-ferry-to-pay-80-million-for-leadership-firm 20121206/NEWS01/121209967 The deal marks the second major acquisition of a leadership consulting firm for Korn/Ferry. Thu, 6 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121206/NEWS01/121209968/an-empty-stocking-for-garbage-workers 20121206/NEWS01/121209968 Consumer Reports has released its annual survey on holiday tipping, and, again, garbage collectors rank at the bottom as the least-tipped service-provider. Thu, 6 Dec 2012 13:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121206/NEWS02/121209973/two-tiered-pay-scale-for-autoworkers-raises-debate 20121206/NEWS02/121209973 Some say entry-level workers are suffering with far less pay and less-generous health plans. But others say the industry had to exercise options to save U.S. jobs. Thu, 6 Dec 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121205/NEWS02/121209974/pharmaceutical-giant-puts-medical-home-concept-to-the-test 20121205/NEWS02/121209974 Working with a nonprofit program, GlaxoSmithKline is giving its North Carolina employees the opportunity to test a medical home's efficiency. The pharmaceutical company will see whether the two-year pilot program could mean cost savings. Wed, 5 Dec 2012 19:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121205/NEWS02/121209975/the-medical-home-evolves-from-recordkeeping-to-a-community-of-care 20121205/NEWS02/121209975 A patient-centered medical home practices preventive medicine and helps manage chronic illnesses through a partnership between patients and their primary care physician and other health professionals Wed, 5 Dec 2012 18:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121205/NEWS01/121209976/employee-opinion-of-health-care-benefits-value-drops-mercer 20121205/NEWS01/121209976 Thirty-six percent of employees polled in Mercer's annual Workplace Survey indicated that their out-of-pocket costs were 'definitely' commensurate with the health benefits they receive through their employer, down from 44 percent in 2011 and 38 percent... Wed, 5 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121205/NEWS01/121209977/employer-not-obligated-to-rehire-poor-performing-worker-under-userra 20121205/NEWS01/121209977 An employer is not obligated to rehire a returning veteran with a poor work performance who was terminated as part of a reduction in force, under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Wed, 5 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121205/NEWS01/121209979/drama-discussions-a-drag-for-workers-and-a-bother-for-bosses 20121205/NEWS01/121209979 Of the nearly 300 corporate executives, managers and employees who took a recent survey, nearly 40 percent said sex and relationships were the most taboo workplace topic. Wed, 5 Dec 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121204/NEWS02/121209982/younger-workers-taking-a-pass-on-taking-over-the-business 20121204/NEWS02/121209982 So-called NextGen financial advisers are reluctant to buy into the business. The trend is potentially troublesome for owners of financial advisory firms who have been banking on selling their businesses to junior advisers. Tue, 4 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121204/NEWS01/121209983/oracle-cedarcrestone-legal-battles-heat-up 20121204/NEWS01/121209983 The former Oracle partner says the lawsuit signals a 'broader war on competition' against the third-party support industry. Tue, 4 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121204/NEWS02/121209986/big-fish-swim-into-hr-software-waters 20121204/NEWS02/121209986 Click on the image below to view the full infographic highlighting the “seascape” that has resulted from the actions of leading consolidators. Roll over the companies to learn about their key mergers and acquisitions. Tue, 4 Dec 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121203/NEWS01/121209995/fiscal-cliff-talks-target-retirement-plans 20121203/NEWS01/121209995 Retirement plans are in congressional crosshairs for one basic reason: the tax-deductible contributions made to the plans cost the government tens of billions of dollars a year in reduced tax revenues. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121203/NEWS01/121209997/department-of-transportation-clarifies-stance-on-marijuana-use 20121203/NEWS01/121209997 Despite recent state initiatives that decriminalize marijuana, the federal Department of Transportation does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121203/NEWS01/121209999/michigan-bill-aims-to-keep-businesses-from-seeking-online-passwords 20121203/NEWS01/121209999 The bill would outlaw the practice of employers requiring prospective hires to turn over their passwords to social networking sites as a condition of employment. It also pertains to educational institutions and prospective students. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 10:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139989/civil-rights-commission-to-hold-hearing-on-impact-of-criminal 20121130/NEWS01/121139989 Three panels are scheduled at the 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. hearing, which is open to the public. They will feature speakers from government officials and scholars; business and advocacy groups and trade associations. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139990/financial-organizations-lack-effective-training-report 20121130/NEWS01/121139990 Flat training budgets present workforce challenges amid a flurry of regulatory changes. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139991/hhs-details-fees-to-be-paid-provides-guidance-for-transitional 20121130/NEWS01/121139991 Much of the $25 billion in assessments—to be paid annually over a three-year period—will be used to partially reimburse commercial insurers writing policies for individuals with high health care costs. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS02/121139992/the-last-word-spending-the-holidays-with-obamacare 20121130/NEWS02/121139992 There is a large contingent of HR and benefits managers who face implementation now, during the holiday season no less. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139994/shrm-drops-plan-requiring-companies-to-report-temp-worker-numbers 20121130/NEWS01/121139994 The standard would have caused several difficulties for staffing buyers. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139996/survey-29-of-employers-find-fake-job-references 20121130/NEWS01/121139996 Twenty-nine percent of employers have caught fake references on candidate applications, according to a survey from CareerBuilder. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS02/121139997/disaffected-workers-want-out-of-unions 20121130/NEWS02/121139997 As organized labor loses leverage in a race-to-the-bottom global market, some workers are becoming so disillusioned by what their unions can, or rather can't, do for them that they want out. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121130/NEWS01/121139998/new-york-city-fast-food-workers-strike-to-protest-wage-rates 20121130/NEWS01/121139998 Workers formed picket lines outside some New York City fast-food eateries to protest their wages and hours as part of a unionization campaign. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121129/NEWS01/121129964/mercer-to-launch-health-insurance-exchange-for-medicare-eligible 20121129/NEWS01/121129964 The exchange, which Mercer is offering along with Connextions Inc., a technology solutions company, will provide assistance to retirees during enrollment periods and throughout the year. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121129/NEWS01/121129965/same-sex-domestic-partner-benefits-would-cost-government-144m-over 20121129/NEWS01/121129965 If the Domestic Partnership Benefits and Obligations Act were enacted, it would override DOMA's provisions regarding federal employees, but not its overarching definition of marriage for tax and Social Security purposes. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121128/NEWS01/121129980/amr-seeks-court-approval-to-remove-lump-sum-benefit-option-in-pilots 20121128/NEWS01/121129980 American Airlines Inc. parent AMR Corp. has asked a federal bankruptcy court in New York for permission to allow the airline to amend its frozen pilots' pension plan so that retiring pilots cannot receive their accrued benefits as a lump-sum. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121128/NEWS01/121129981/bill-giving-whistle-blower-protections-to-federal-employees-signed 20121128/NEWS01/121129981 The act includes provisions that amend the scope of protected disclosures, tightens requirements for nondisclosure agreements, expands the penalties imposed for violating whistle-blower protections, and establishes a Whistleblower Protection Ombudsman... Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121128/NEWS01/121129982/big-lots-settles-sexual-harassment-lawsuit-with-eeoc-for-155-000 20121128/NEWS01/121129982 The settlement resolves a 2011 lawsuit filed against a Big Lots store in Fort Smith, Arkansas, for allegedly violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 after a store manager sexually harassed a class of female employees. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121128/NEWS02/121129984/depression-leads-in-top-risk-factors-for-employer-health-spending 20121128/NEWS02/121129984 Annual medical spending for an employee with depression is $2,185 higher, or 48 percent more, than for a worker without depression, according to a new study. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 03:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121128/NEWS02/121129985/time-off-plans-an-alternative-to-comp-time 20121128/NEWS02/121129985 'Time-off plans' may be an efficient and economic way to manage employee pay. But how does an employer ensure a plan complies with the Fair Labor Standards Act? Wed, 28 Nov 2012 03:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121127/NEWS01/121129986/medicare-beneficiaries-face-boost-in-out-of-pocket-expenses 20121127/NEWS01/121129986 Medicare beneficiaries will face higher out-of-pocket expenses next year, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121127/NEWS01/121129987/wal-mart-expands-fcpa-probe-to-brazil-china-india 20121127/NEWS01/121129987 The FCPA, a federal law with criminal and civil penalties jointly enforced by the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC, punishes foreign bribery, inaccurate financial records and inadequate controls. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121127/NEWS01/121129988/how-linkedin-plans-to-solve-the-worlds-skills-gap 20121127/NEWS01/121129988 Matching people and skills with available jobs Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121126/NEWS01/121129989/400-laid-off-at-ellis-island-statue-of-liberty 20121126/NEWS01/121129989 Damage from Hurricane Sandy has forced the popular tourist attractions to close. Repairs could take months. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121123/NEWS01/121129993/workers-inability-to-speak-english-appropriately-considered-in 20121123/NEWS01/121129993 The case of Merivic Inc. and Zurich North America v. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121121/NEWS01/121129994/hhs-proposes-rules-on-employee-wellness-essential-health-benefits 20121121/NEWS01/121129994 Officials said the proposed rules on wellness programs are designed to give employers greater flexibility to design programs that will positively affect their employees' overall health while providing individuals with enhanced protections against... Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121120/NEWS02/121129999/health-care-reform-timeline 20121120/NEWS02/121129999 Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has been slow since its passage in March 2010. That will change starting in January when more regulations and requirements begin kicking in. Here is a list: Tue, 20 Nov 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121120/NEWS02/121129998/obamacare-carries-on-whats-next 20121120/NEWS02/121129998 Leaving legal and political hurdles behind, employers still worry there's no clear-cut path to health care reform. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121119/NEWS02/121119957/costly-degrees-in-hr-could-be-wise-choice-vs-certification 20121119/NEWS02/121119957 A certificate isn't enough in today's business climate, in which expectations of human resources professionals have never been higher, experts say. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121119/NEWS01/121119958/hostess-brands-to-terminate-pension-plan-as-part-of-liquidation 20121119/NEWS01/121119958 Hostess suspended payments to the 42 multiemployer pension plans to which it contributes in August 2011. The company's IBC Defined Benefit Plan had about $56 million in assets and $111 million in liabilities as of April 30, according to the PBGC. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121119/NEWS02/121119961/inaugural-virtual-career-fair-for-veterans-gets-a-salute-from 20121119/NEWS02/121119961 Chicago-based energy provider Exelon was among the 24 companies across the United States that participated in the October event. About 1,100 veterans visited Exelon during the job fair, 205 of whom were in states where Exelon has openings. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 02:20:04 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121116/NEWS02/121119962/the-employer-match-is-back 20121116/NEWS02/121119962 Recent data show that employers have not only restored the matching 401(k), but also that employees are contributing more to their retirement plans as well. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121116/NEWS01/121119963/pbgc-deficit-hits-record-34-billion-in-2012-fiscal-year 20121116/NEWS01/121119963 The deficit in the PBGC's insurance program for single-employer plans climbed to $29.1 billion in fiscal 2012, up from $23.3 billion the previous year. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121116/NEWS01/121119964/workers-take-aim-at-walmart-with-strikes 20121116/NEWS01/121119964 Walmart Stores Inc. workers are beginning strike actions in a lead-up to Black Friday (the shopping day after Thanksgiving) citing company attempts to squelch efforts by workers speaking out for better jobs. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121116/NEWS01/121119965/obamacare-health-exchanges-could-take-a-big-bite-out-of-broker 20121116/NEWS01/121119965 State-run health care exchanges could offer one-stop shopping experiences for small businesses, which usually pay more for insurance because they lack the buying power of bigger companies. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121116/NEWS01/121119966/fixing-patients-the-first-time-holding-health-care-costs-down 20121116/NEWS01/121119966 New York hospitals face steep revenue cuts for readmissions that are preventable. Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:15:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121115/NEWS01/121119971/chicago-boardrooms-lag-nation-in-diversity 20121115/NEWS01/121119971 Overall, minorities account for only 12 percent of the boards of directors at Chicago's 50 largest firms, versus 15 percent at the 200 largest S&P 500 firms, said a new report by Chicago United, a not-for-profit group that advocates diversity in... Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121115/NEWS01/121119975/facebook-launches-social-jobs-app 20121115/NEWS01/121119975 The app provides a central location where recruiters post open positions sorted by industry, location and skills. The app launched yesterday with more than 1. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121115/NEWS01/121119976/manpowergroup-ceo-sheds-president-title 20121115/NEWS01/121119976 ManpowerGroup Inc. Chairman, President and CEO Jeffrey Joerres is handing off the president role to Jonas Prising and Darryl Green. Both executives will still report to Joerres, who will keep the chairman and CEO roles. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121115/NEWS01/121119978/california-department-of-industrial-relations-provides-information-on 20121115/NEWS01/121119978 California recently adopted workers' compensation reform laws that could help employers reduce their costs, but only if they understand how to take advantage of the changes. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS02/121119979/hr-policy-association-takes-down-shrm-s-human-capital-metrics 20121114/NEWS02/121119979 The association's continuing opposition to guidelines for human capital metrics means the standard will likely never make it to an American National Standards Institute review. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS01/121119980/rance-crain-to-be-inducted-into-advertising-hall-of-fame 20121114/NEWS01/121119980 Rance Crain, president, Crain Communications Inc., and editor-in-chief of Advertising Age, Crain's Chicago Business, Crain's New York Business and TelevisionWeek. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS02/121119981/corporate-weight-loss-initiatives-motivational-or-stigmatizing 20121114/NEWS02/121119981 Amid the proliferation of corporate weight loss efforts, some researchers worry that well-intentioned initiatives can risk employee backlash. Sprint Nextel and O'Neal Steel leaders describe how they strive to marry motivation and results. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS01/121119982/employers-struggle-to-develop-rules-policies-around-social-media 20121114/NEWS01/121119982 Best practices for employers navigating social media rules, policies and local and federal regulations include a dedicated and well-communicated policy on social media and a clearly stated policy on social media monitoring in the workplace, which should... Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS01/121119983/group-health-plan-costs-up-4-1-percent-in-2012-smallest-increase-in 20121114/NEWS01/121119983 The 4.1 percent increase brought health plan costs to an average of $10,558 per employee in 2012, compared with $10,146 per employee in 2011, according to the survey. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121114/NEWS02/121119985/whirlpool-warms-up-to-e-learning 20121114/NEWS02/121119985 Until the recession hit, the U.S.-based appliance-maker steadfastly avoided online training in favor of classrooms. Now, it's a proponent of virtual online learning. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 02:01:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121113/NEWS01/121119989/ihop-franchisee-settles-eeoc-sex-discrimination-lawsuit-for-1-million 20121113/NEWS01/121119989 After complaints were made about Lee Broadnax's behavior, IHOP failed to take reasonable measures to prevent and promptly correct sexual harassment allegations, according to court documents. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121113/NEWS01/121119990/healthpass-new-york-selects-bswift-to-provide-exchange-technology 20121113/NEWS01/121119990 Bswift Inc. will provide HealthPass New York clients and members with functions and capabilities including reporting tools, dashboards and alerts for employers, as well as shopping tools, decision and enrollment support for employees. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:00:00 EST http://www.workforce.com/article/20121113/NEWS01/121119992/robert-half-survey-shopping-at-work-ok 20121113/NEWS01/121119992 Thirty-three percent of chief information officers said their companies block access to online shopping sites, down from 60 percent last year. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:00:00 EST