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Benefit Technology: Rip and Replace? | Part 3 Of 3

Episode #087

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05/18/2020

As we wrap up the HR Technology series with Kelly Zimmerman from BTR, we discuss how companies that have HR Technology in place may be spending too much on the wrong products. What is the shelf life of technology? What you needed in 2010 may not be what you need now. Side Affects Producer, Kenzie, Co-Host, Anne Marie, and Kelly highlight how important it is to build a relationship with your HR Tech vendor and ask them as experts the questions you don’t know. You may not know what you need! Tune in to fix those red flags that are draining your budget and make sure the technology is working for you and you are not working for the technology.

About Our Guest

Kelly Zimmerman

Kelly Zimmerman is an HR Technology Consultant. She has over 25 years of experience in administration and management of Human Resources, Benefits and Payroll in a variety of industries gaining in-depth knowledge of the entire life cycle of the employee from an employer perspective. Kelly has utilized several technology platforms including Paychex, ADP, Ultipro, PeopleSoft and Ceridian as well as implemented new technology at her employers. Prior to joining BTR, Kelly spent almost three years in the Group Benefits practice of a regional insurance brokerage firm in Nashville, Tennessee with responsibilities for both Account Management and Benefit Administration of two large books of business. During this time, Kelly was recognized for her dedication to the clients and the entire Group Benefits area along with her strong client service. She is known for her broad knowledge in HR law and policy as well as its application to benefits and technology. Kelly received her Organization, Leadership & Supervision degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, and has earned her PHR Certification and Tennessee Insurance License in Life and Health.

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