By Trüpp Organizations today face a difficult balancing act. Leaders are tasked with enhancing workplace productivity, reaching challenging business targets, and staying competitive amid economic uncertainty. Meanwhile, employees are increasingly experiencing chronic stress, heavier workloads, and ongoing change. For [...]
By Trüpp The rise of remote work and distributed teams has fundamentally changed how organizations build their workforce. Employers are no longer restricted by geographical boundaries in their hiring process, and numerous organizations routinely operate in multiple states. While [...]
By Trüpp Economic pressure is forcing organizations to scrutinize every line of spending, and HR is no exception. Yet the stakes are uniquely high. Unlike other departments, HR decisions directly shape employee experience, engagement, and ultimately business performance. This [...]
By Trüpp A strong onboarding process is one of the most important investments organizations can make in employee success. Effective onboarding does far more than complete paperwork and introduce policies. It helps new hires feel connected, confident, and prepared [...]
By Trüpp Workplace investigations are crucial for organizations to uphold integrity, foster a safe and respectful environment, and mitigate risks. By promptly addressing allegations of misconduct, discrimination, or harassment, employers demonstrate a commitment to fairness and accountability. They help [...]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to engage in a collaborative, timely, and well-documented interactive process when an employee requests a workplace accommodation due to a disability. Similar processes [...]
By Trüpp HR compliance risks continue to rise as employment laws expand, employee expectations evolve, and enforcement activity increases across federal, state, and local agencies. For HR leaders, CHROs, founders, and executives, compliance is no longer a checklist exercise. [...]
By Trüpp Addressing complaints in a timely manner is a crucial responsibility for HR professionals. However, the time and resources required for an investigation can significantly impact other priorities within an organization. Factors like the complexity of the complaint [...]
By Trüpp In today's rapidly changing and diverse work environments, leadership plays an essential role in fostering a positive work environment and addressing workplace complaints. Leaders can make a positive impact by implementing fair policies and procedures, promoting open [...]
By Trüpp The role of the HR leader has evolved dramatically over the past few years. Once focused mainly on policies and compliance, today’s leaders now play a central role in business strategy, culture, and organizational agility. As industries [...]
By Trüpp Advances in technology and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming how work gets done, redefining not just roles but the very skills organizations need to thrive. At the same time, employees are rethinking what they [...]
By Audra Hedberg, PHR, PHRca, SHRM-CP, Senior Compliance Consultant at Trüpp Workplace investigations are an important part of mitigating organizational risk and maintaining compliance with employment law. Our recent article, When to conduct a workplace investigation, provides valuable information [...]
By Trüpp Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming HR operations by automating tasks, improving efficiency, and reducing administrative burdens. However, when it comes to the backbone of HR, compliance with employment laws, the stakes are very high. HR decisions directly [...]
By Trüpp As organizations bring employees back to the office or implement hybrid models, requests for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are increasing sharply. Employees have shown that essential functions can often be performed remotely, shifting [...]
By Trüpp During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we celebrate the value and talent workers with disabilities add to America’s workplaces and economy. NDEAM’s purpose is to confirm our commitment to ensuring disabled workers have access to good jobs, [...]
By Trüpp As organizations evolve, their HR needs often become too complex for the standardized approach of a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). A PEO co-employment model can be invaluable for smaller businesses by bundling payroll, benefits, and compliance into [...]
By Trüpp Employee turnover is costly. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) estimates that replacing an employee can cost between 50% and 60% of their annual salary. One of the most effective ways to address this challenge? A [...]
By Trüpp Employee relations are the cornerstone of a productive, engaged, and satisfied workforce. For CHROs and HR leaders, fostering strong relationships between employees and the organization is essential to ensuring long-term success. Effective employee relations drive higher retention [...]
By Jean Roque, President/CEO at Trüpp In the current workforce, individuals without formal college degrees still encounter invisible barriers that hinder their career progression. Known as "paper ceilings," these obstacles limit opportunities for many employees who possess the skills [...]
By Michaela Aguilar, Operations Director at Trüpp Navigating employee separations—whether they’re voluntary or involuntary—can feel challenging but handling them thoughtfully can make all the difference. A well-managed process helps ensure legal compliance, protects your organization, and fosters a respectful [...]
By Trüpp Layoffs are an unfortunate reality for many businesses at some point. Whether driven by an economic downturn, strategic restructuring, or shifts within the industry, there are times when organizations need to realign their workforce. HR staff are [...]
Portland, OR – April 2024 – Trupp HR, Inc. has renewed its good faith effort toward HIPAA compliance by completing Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA compliance process. Trüpp is pleased to announce that it has renewed compliance with the Health Insurance [...]
By Trüpp One of the key challenges facing HR professionals today is orchestrating the return of employees to the office. While remote work has proven its viability, for some organizations, there are compelling reasons to return to in-person work [...]
By TrüppThe traditional landscape of work has undergone a remarkable transformation. With the emergence of remote work as a more acceptable option, employers are now faced with determining the best workplace mode for their organization: a fully remote team, requiring [...]
By Audra Hedberg, PHR, PHRca, SHRM-CP, Senior Compliance Consultant at Trüpp It's been a productive week, and you're just a few hours from sailing into the perfect weekend when you hear a knock at your door. A sense of [...]
Six indicators that warrant a workplace investigation By Audra Hedberg, PHR, PHRca, SHRM-CP, Senior Compliance Consultant at Trüpp and Elizabeth Berg As a business owner, manager, or human resources professional, it is important to recognize “red flags” that could [...]
By Trüpp The terms “job description” and “job posting” are often used interchangeably, but they differ. There is some overlap since both describe a specific role within a company and a bit about the company itself. But a job [...]
Portland, OR – 02 June 2023 – Trüpp HR, Inc. has demonstrated its good faith effort toward HIPAA compliance by completing Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA compliance process. Trüpp is pleased to announce that it has taken all necessary steps [...]
Are your job descriptions accurate and up to date? Maintaining job descriptions is a time-consuming task that is easy to let slip down the priority list. A recent study by a global staffing firm found that 57% of employees [...]
By Trüpp The world of work was transformed literally overnight at the start of this decade. While some employers had been slowly transitioning to remote or hybrid work for some time, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic forced companies [...]
What is HR? At its core, human resources is responsible for an organization's most valuable asset, its employees. The team members responsible for HR manage the entire employee lifecycle and oversee fundamental HR programs that facilitate employee development and [...]
This article provides employers with a framework for qualifying accommodation requests, applying the interactive process, and implementing an accommodation if it is determined that one is appropriate. PLEASE NOTE: State and local laws with unique requirements may apply in [...]
Spring cleaning for your HR program. By Calvin Gower, Trüpp. Has your organization undergone significant changes over the last few years? Perhaps you have remote employees or have a modified approach to the way you do business. Let’s face [...]
By Audra Hedberg, HR Compliance Consultant, Trüpp. While employee handbooks may not be center of mind when it comes to business priorities, they are very important documents for compliance and setting the tone of your company. With the many [...]
By Calvin Gower, Trüpp. As the CEO of Uber steps down following a flurry of complaints, a revealing investigation, and cultural issues, we are reminded of what happens when HR is overly influenced by internal culture and takes a biased [...]
Portland, Oregon – August 25, 2016 – Trupp HR, Inc. has recently moved to the newly developed Framework building, located in the thriving Central Eastside Industrial District of Portland, OR. Only a short drive from their previous location, Trüpp now occupies the [...]
