The year 2020 changed the way many companies and therefore, employees, conduct business. Employees were previously accustomed to dedicated office spaces, personalized office equipment, and separation between their professional and personal lives. Today, however, about 4.3 million people in the United States work from home at least half the time, mainly due to the new social distancing rules that are in effect because of COVID-19. Remote work is a great alternative to working in-office, especially in today’s climate, although there has been an adjustment period for many companies and employees.…

The Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) deadline is fast approaching for Home Health Providers. While dealing with COVID-19 impact and new safety procedures, HHA's are now mandated to implement a Caregiver EVV solution that complies with the 21st Century Cures Act. Onboading a new EVV management system for your home care agency that will be easy to roll out to your Caregivers is most important during these challenging times. Look for a Timesheet App that exceeds Electronic Visit Verification requirements and integrates with your State's aggregators. States are now in the process of EVV roll-outs and implementing the rules and regulations set forth in the 21st Century Cures Act. Deadline to implement electronic visit verification (EVV) for personal care services has been extended for many states until January 1, 2021. This means that homecare agencies must have plans to implement EEV solutions now, or face reductions to federal Medicaid assistance. The deadline for home health services is 2023.…

When you start a business of your own, one of the things you have to figure out quickly is the best way to put your profits to use. Naturally, where necessary, you’ll need to infuse some of them back into day-to-day operations. Additionally, as soon as it’s appropriate, you’ll want to pocket your share so that you can actually benefit from the business. But if your business is really starting to generate some income, you may well want to look into various forms of investment as well.…

Remote employees and work at home is now the way of the land— which can bring about certain challenges for managers. With over 4.7 million US employees working outside of the office, companies must find unique ways to monitor employee behavior. While it is true that 77 percent of remote employees feel more productive while at home, working outside of the office does provide the opportunity for your workers to use their time unwisely. Below are a few tips to ensure that your employees are giving their best effort while they’re working away from the office.…

Whether you’re a solopreneur, enterprise corporation, or somewhere in between, smart growth and a flexible workforce is the key to securing a solid future for your business. However, far too often, business owners and managers fail to adequately address and prepare for the various challenges that come with a growing business in post COVID-19 times.…

In today’s increasingly competitive, technology-driven business world, all organizations looking to improve their operations and productivity are seeking to leverage the benefits offered by the new and emerging technologies. In fact, Spiceworks’ 2020 State of IT report found that 88% of businesses expect IT budgets to either grow or stay steady over the next 12 months.Technology offers opportunities to improve efficiency and differentiate your business from the competition, while also motivating your workforce and equipping them with new tools to help them in their day-to-day responsibilities.…

The 21st Century Cures Act deadlineto implement electronic visit verification (EVV) for personal care services is January 1, 2020, this means that homecare agencies must figure out plans to implement EEV solutions now, or face reductions to federal Medicaid assistance. The deadline for home health services is 2023.…

In today's tight labor market, it’s a challenging time to be in the construction and remodeling business. In order to attract more qualified workers, construction and remodeling companies need to raise hourly wages or invest in training programs to develop employee skills. Every efficiency you gain in productivity is invaluable. Fortunately, there a many technology solutions available ranging from employee time and attendance to drones that can boost productivity and lower costs. There are other helpful construction apps that reduce the time and effort it takes on nearly every construction-related task imaginable, from soliciting and comparing bids to holding safety meetings for employees. Here are five of our favorites.…