The power of HRIS integration: Simplifying benefits and boosting ROI

A benefits provider that offers deep integration between their system and your Human Resources Information System (HRIS) can provide significant value compared to one that simply offers a lower cost but lacks seamless connectivity with your established processes. API-enabled integration allows for real-time updates not only to basic employee information but also to enrollment, plan design, evidence of insurability and absence management. Any changes made in one location are automatically updated everywhere.

By implementing smart integrations, organizations can:

Eliminating manual processes not only frees up HR and employees to engage in more meaningful work but also reduces the chance for errors. Hours saved and errors avoided may not be immediately apparent on a balance sheet, but they contribute to smoother workflows and more productive employees, ultimately raising your ROI.

With deep integration, employees can complete enrollment and even evidence of insurability (EOI) in the same system where they access their pay slips or request time off. This eliminates the need for tedious paper forms and streamlines decision-making processes. HR teams, who are also employees, can benefit from reduced manual data entry, allowing them to focus on more important work such as recruiting top talent and creating a supportive work culture.

In today's competitive labor market, employees expect more from their employers when it comes to caring for and understanding their needs. In fact, 87% of employers recognize that their employees expect more from them in this regard.¹ Providing good benefits and making it easy for employees to access and understand them is a simple way to show you care.

While cost may be a primary consideration when everything is straightforward, it’s crucial to have a benefits provider with deep expertise and experience when faced with complex questions or challenging situations. A provider with industry-specific knowledge can offer thoughtful answers, clear guidance and keep up with constantly changing state and federal statutes. Access to expertise through an online platform further enhances the benefits experience by eliminating the need to navigate through phone trees to find the right person for assistance. Lastly, choose a carrier that offers access to certified consultants specific to your HCM who can guide you and help configure your system.