Choosing a Real Partner for Measurable UI Program Results

Jan 27, 2014 | Blog

There’s a lot of misinformation in the marketplace about what it takes to reduce unemployment costs. That’s where UTCA comes in.  Our role in the industry as an honest information broker and Thought Leader focuses on clearing up areas of legitimate confusion or...

Big Data, Big Confusion Part II: Hearing Run-Off Factor v. Win Percentage – The Real Measure of Wasted Time and Resources

Jan 13, 2014 | Blog

In the previous post  we discussed the Disputed Claims Percentage (DCP) as a key metric and its relevance in gauging your organization’s UI program. This week we’ll take a look at the always-dreaded, over utilized, and deceiving appeal process.  Viewpoints on hearings...

Achieving Unemployment Savings & Good Corporate Citizenship

Dec 5, 2013 | Blog

Isn’t this an oxymoron? The reality: Successful organizations aggressively and proactively manage their unemployment program and costs. They are engaged and knowledgeable as to trends and key data points ultimately impacting their unemployment spend, and then mobilize...

Learn How to Reduce Unemployment Costs Through Outplacement Programs

Apr 2, 2013 | News & Press

UTCA’s March Topic of the Month outlines how to use outplacement programs to reduce on-going unemployment costs.  Many employers believe when a claim has been approved and they’ve chosen not to appeal, there is nothing further they can do to reduce or eliminate...

Record Overpayments Prompt Penalties for Employers and Their Unemployment Vendors

Mar 21, 2013 | News & Press

Springfield MA, March 19, 2013 – Billions in Unemployment Insurance overpayments recorded nationwide, have prompted the Federal Government to mandate state agencies to levy significant penalties on employers and their agents.  In an effort to combat egregious...