This Just In ... Time to Prepare for 2023 Benefits Open Enrollment Period
Now that remote work has become more common in the wake of the the pandemic, the options for open enrolment are to do it in person, remotely, or a combination of the two. In-person open enrollment meetings can be costly and time-consuming, but they allow employees to ask questions and get personalized help with benefits enrollments.
And for some, it might be an excellent and highly desirable opportunity to meet with coworkers and leaders. For others, in-person meetings might not be possible or desirable, so remote open enrolment might be the best solution.
To accommodate both sides, some employers are offering a mix of in-person and remote open enrollment. Some are even offering the possibility of doing both.
Whatever option you choose, it’s essential to ensure that communication is clear and concise and that employees understand the process and what they need to do. It’s also important to issue reminders about the open enrolment period and deadlines.
Get Ready for Open Enrollment
Experts recommend employers begin to plan and strategize for January 1 effective date as early as June. At this stage, companies should set outreach goals and metrics, meet with employees to discover their needs, and develop a communication plan.
Then, starting in September, employers should send employees communications about benefits changes and coverage whether through emails, webcasts, or even postcards.
Finally, when open enrollment period begins, employers should be available to answer any questions employees might have.
Offering a mix of in-person and remote open enrollment can be an excellent way to accommodate employees' needs and maximize participation.
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