We have a rare and exciting opportunity in our country right now, and we’re struggling a bit with how to write about it. With everything so politicized, sometimes it’s difficult for all of us to see the significant wins even when they’re right in front of us. So, we’re going to just...
Wage theft is a broad phrase commonly used to describe worker misclassification, as well as wage and hour violations. The U.S. Department of Labor enforces the Fair Labor Standards Act, but many states are increasing their focus on this issue and have stronger wage theft laws. Wage...
There has been an increased focus on wage theft in states and jurisdictions throughout the U.S. In order to be better advocates for ourselves and others, we should all be educated on what wage theft is and why it is relevant to your firm and projects. What is Wage Theft?...
We can all agree that “an honest day’s work deserves an honest day’s pay.” Unfortunately, millions of workers across the country are victims of wage theft and don’t receive the full benefits of their work. Moreover, general contractor’s who may be completely unaware that wage theft...
As we continue to navigate the effects of the COVID pandemic, businesses have confronted the challenges and opportunities left in the pandemic’s wake. For example, the Great Resignation has created an opportunity for employees and employers to re-think, re-train, and refine what an...
What you should know when searching for DE&I Tracking and Labor Compliance Software.
Power Construction’s implementation of SkillSmart’s InSight technology on more than two dozen projects has allowed them to track workforce and business data and provides a clear view of how and where Power is able to make the biggest impact in the community. Power...
What firms and general contractor’s should know before purchasing certified payroll reporting software for your business.
SkillSmart was selected by the new design-build consortium for Maryland’s Purple Line project. This project will require thousands of workers across 100+ subcontractors and their tiers. As part of the project, all companies must comply and demonstrate compliance with the established...
Our team took the opportunity to highlight nearly all of the areas that the construction industry either should be focused on or are already getting a head-start on elevating these areas within their organizations and how SkillSmart’s technology platform, InSight, can help your firm...
Correctly Submitted WH 347’s – What Data is Needed? And Here’s How SkillSmart Can Help Your Firm Collect It. Incorrectly reporting certified payroll leads to serious consequences from the IRS. But many companies completing a WH347 form are misidentifying staff without even knowing it....
The $1.2T infrastructure bill marks one of the most significant investments in the country’s infrastructure since Congress responded to the Great Recession. The bill, signed into law on Monday, November 15, will send billions of dollars to states and local jurisdictions, over the next...