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October 2025

Considerations For Employers

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Open enrollment is an opportunity for business owners to review and communicate their benefit offerings, ensuring employees can make informed decisions. To ensure a smooth process, employers should start by reviewing plan options, costs, and compliance requirements, including updates to healthcare laws or regulations. Clear, transparent communication is essential—provide detailed plan summaries, FAQs, and enrollment guides to help employees understand their choices.


USE TECHNOLOGY
Employers should also consider leveraging technology, such as online enrollment platforms, to streamline the process and reduce administrative burdens. Offering educational sessions or webinars can increase employee engagement and understanding of their benefits. It’s important to set deadlines and send reminders to ensure timely enrollments by employers.


FEEDBACK
Collect feedback from employees post-enrollment to identify areas for improvement. As a business owner you should review your budget allocations and negotiate with providers if needed to offer competitive and comprehensive benefits. Proper planning and communication during open enrollment can enhance employee satisfaction, improve benefits utilization, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.


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