Many clients have asked about the reliability of our compensation data in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting market volatility. We share that concern and are taking action now so that the surveys we publish in Q3 are relevant and accurately reflect the market. In this brief video Belinda Roberts, Survey Leader for the US and Canada, talks about some of the specific things Mercer is doing now to address these concerns.

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Times of uncertainty naturally make us feel overwhelmed and anxious. It's tempting to spend time on other essential activities and choose not to participate in compensation and benefits surveys and maybe to even consider compensation surveys as a variable cost that you can reduce this year. Not now; you’re going to need this data.

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Regardless of your organization’s rationale for providing outplacement services, how you do it and for whom matters more at this point in history than at any other time. In this article, explore 4 key considerations. Read now.

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Change has been on the horizon for the mining industry for a while now. Beyond the increasing number of retiring workers, mining companies have gradually adopted technology to improve data and safety. These two factors have been slowly transforming the work as well as the workers required. Read on to hear about the challenges and solutions in the mining industry.

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Global Mobility teams have been front and center dealing with the COVID-19 developments around the world. Companies are striving to keep assignees safe while complying with corporate policies that are changing daily. At Mercer, we have been in ongoing conversations with our clients, discussing a variety of issues flowing from the COVID-19 outbreak, which affect global mobility programs.

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For leaders and managers in many organizations, the coronavirus outbreak is raising questions and concerns. What’s the best way to help employees during a global health crisis? Based on research from various fields—including crisis management, workplace wellness, and organizational leadership – here are four steps to consider.

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The most recent and ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak highlights the need for companies to have a clear plan in place with identified triggers to set it in motion, particularly companies with employees living and working outside of their home country. Here are some resources to help you think through your approach.

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