Employers’ education about workplace benefits has fallen off, according to a study by Harris Interactive on behalf of Unum Group Corp., Chattanooga, Tenn.
The insurer’s online survey of over 1,100 working adults found fewer employees said they had received helpful education about their benefits compared to 2008. In 2009, 29% gave their benefits education good ratings, down from 39% in 2009.
“Efforts to help employees understand their benefits apparently suffered as companies worked day-to-day to navigate unpredictable economic conditions,” said Bill Dalicandro, vice president for enrollment with Unum.