Human Resources has changed quickly in recent years. HR metrics, which help not only HR but the whole organization, keep evolving. Managing a workforce that works remotely can be hard, and HR teams need tools to understand and analyze that work. This article looks at human resources trends and rules that HR teams need to know.
Why are dress codes a sensitive issue?
For HR, dress codes are always sensitive because they shape how the company presents itself. Most employees don’t see them as a concern. They become a serious issue when an organization overlooks discrimination tied to dress codes, especially on religious grounds.
Dress codes can also lead to discrimination based on gender and color. With a better-informed workforce, it is surprising that such cases still arise, and they need to be addressed right away.
New York State Paid Family Leave
New York State offers paid family leave to eligible employees. Since the program was phased in, benefits have grown. In 2020, eligible employees could take up to 10 weeks of paid family leave.
In 2026, eligible employees can take up to 12 weeks of paid family leave at 67% of their average weekly wage. Benefits are capped at 67% of the New York State Average Weekly Wage, which is $1,833.63 for 2026, giving a maximum weekly benefit of $1,228.53.
Onboarding plans for new employees
Employee onboarding works well in organizations that have clear management strategies for employees from the moment they are hired. A dedicated onboarding program is effective when managers actively support new hires.
Some HR teams believe onboarding plans are not needed to make new employees punctual or productive. In practice, onboarding pays off when it is carried out consistently.
What are the FLSA overtime salary thresholds?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets the conditions an employee must meet to be exempt from overtime pay, including a minimum salary. Employees who earn less than that level are generally entitled to overtime.
The Department of Labor currently enforces a standard salary level of $684 per week ($35,568 a year) for the executive, administrative and professional exemptions, up from the earlier $455 per week ($23,660 a year). The threshold for highly compensated employees is $107,432 a year.
Key takeaways
The coronavirus pandemic pushed employers to change how they manage employees and keep them productive and agile. Following current laws and good practice gives employers and employees a clear view of HR’s plans and goals.
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