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What Are Prevailing Wages? A Construction Payroll Guide

April 16, 2025

Learn what prevailing wages are, why they matter, and how construction companies can simplify certified payroll compliance with Sage HCM.

Why 2025 Should Be the Year You Say Goodbye to Mediocre HR Platforms

January 9, 2025

Transform your HR operations in 2025 with a modern platform that streamlines processes, boosts engagement, and empowers your team to succeed.

Unethical Behavior in the Workplace: 10 Examples and How To Handle Them

December 4, 2024

Discover what unethical behavior in the workplace looks like, what causes it, and how HR teams can implement solutions that prevent unethical behavior.

Which States Have At-Will Employment?

November 5, 2024

A guide to at-will employment states. Learn the rules of at-will employment, key legal exceptions, how to manage compliance, and how Montana is different.

What Is Blended Overtime (and How To Calculate It)?

October 15, 2024

What is blended overtime? Learn how to calculate blended overtime rates, when to use them, and other tips for payroll compliance — with examples.

Disciplinary Procedures: A Guide for HR Professionals and Managers

September 25, 2024

Learn how to implement a disciplinary procedure that upholds company standards, ensures fairness, and avoids legal risks in your HR practice in this guide.

Shift Work Schedule Types: Different Ways To Structure Work

June 25, 2024

Learn different types of shift work schedules to improve productivity and compliance, plus strategies for structuring shifts for different goals and industries.

Overtime Pay Laws in California for 2024: How Are They Different?

May 30, 2024

California has strict laws regarding overtime pay. Make sure you understand your obligations as an employer with this comprehensive guide.

5 Real Examples of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

May 28, 2024

Learn about different examples of sexual harassment through common scenarios to help you recognize and prevent it from happening in any work environment.

What are Discretionary Bonuses? (And How To Use Them)

March 1, 2024

What is a discretionary bonus? Discover the difference between different kinds of bonuses and how your HR and accounting teams can remain compliant with FLSA.

What Is Imputed Income and How Does It Work?

December 7, 2023

Learn all about imputed income, which benefits qualify as imputed income, and how it can impact your company’s payroll and accounting processes.

What To Do if an Employee Is Not Eligible for FMLA: Your Ultimate Guide

October 24, 2023

What do you do if an employee is not eligible for FMLA? Learn how to support workers who need extended leave for family-related or medical reasons.

Understanding the Pre-Adverse Action Process: A Beginner's Guide

September 20, 2023

New to the pre-adverse action process? Learn more about what pre-adverse action entails, and how FCRA guidelines can help you navigate this HR challenge.

2024 Sexual Harassment Training Requirements by State

February 15, 2023

Learn the training employers must provide employees in this complete guide to sexual harassment training requirements by state for 2024 — provided by Sage HCM.

The Best HCM Workflows for Achieving Compliance

May 11, 2021

Learn about key features for a winning HCM software. The best HR workflows that help companies remain in compliance for payroll, benefits, safety, recruitment,

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