Brace for Impact: Why State Unemployment Tax Changes Could Hit Employers Hard in 2026 and Beyond
Key Takeaways The majority of state unemployment trust funds are facing unprecedented pressure, with two-thirds dipping below federal solvency standards as we approach 2025. This signals potential trouble ahead for employers. Replenishment rates are plummeting with trust funds paying out nearly as much as they are collecting. This critical shift hints at looming […]
Transforming HR, Payroll, and Tax Management: Thomas & Company Eliminates Frustration and Drives Results
Key Pain Points for HR, Payroll, and Tax Leaders Manual processes and administrative overload slow down teams, making unemployment claims management cumbersome and error-prone. Poor customer service and lack of responsiveness from vendors lead to frustration, wasted time, and unresolved issues. Navigating complex and ever-changing compliance regulations creates stress and risk for organizations […]
SHIELD: Elevating Accountability, Transparency, and Operational Effectiveness
Key Takeaways SHIELD is designed to enhance accountability, transparency, and operational efficiency for HR, payroll, and tax professionals by streamlining Unemployment Cost Management (UCM) processes. The platform provides comprehensive oversight through data-driven insights, enabling employers to track actions, ensure compliance, and make informed decisions. Thomas & Company can shoulder more burden in the claims process, […]
Listening, Learning, Leading: The Secret Behind Our Exceptional Service
We turn client insights into skilled people, simplified processes, and efficient technology, resulting in measurable improvements that save time and reduce risk. Key Takeaways Commitment to Personalized Feedback Deep client understanding drives actionable, efficiency-boosting solutions. Empowering Clients Clients sharing honest feedback leads to more responsive service, product updates, and organizational growth. Strengthen Partnerships and […]
6 Ways to Mitigate UI Tax Exposure: Strategies for Employers
How Strategic Collaboration Maximizes Savings and Efficiency Key Takeaways You are in ControlEmployers have more control over State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) tax exposure than they may realize, and Thomas & Company outlines six proven strategies to help organizations reduce costs and strengthen compliance. Protect Your AccountsReducing turnover, maintaining consistent HR practices, and proactively managing […]
Unlock Business Agility Through Seamless Integrations: How Thomas & Company Meets You Where You Are
Key Takeaways Flexible integrations are now a compliance and operational necessity, organizations need implementation methods that reduce risk, eliminate friction, and adapt to rapid business change. Thomas & Company meets clients where they are by supporting APIs, flat files, hybrid methods, and custom workflows that ensure fast, clean, and low-lift onboarding, no matter the system environment. Thomas […]
Raising the Standard in Unemployment Management: Why SHIELD Leads in Speed, Usability, and Insight
Key Takeaways Automated Claims Management SHIELD by Thomas & Company revolutionizes unemployment claims management with advanced automation, real-time insights, and role-based dashboards. Effortless User Experience SHIELD’s intuitive, user-friendly interface allows for quick information access, record updates, and clear case overviews, boosting productivity and user satisfaction. Faster Claim Turnaround Organizations benefit from more lead-time, reduced […]
The Power Behind SHIELD: How Exceptional Customer Service Makes All the Difference
Key Takeaways Technology + Expertise Delivers Results The most effective unemployment cost management programs combine cutting-edge technology with direct access to knowledgeable professionals, ensuring nuanced guidance and superior outcomes. Industry Experience Matters With a client services team boasting an average tenure exceeding 21 years of industry experience, you have experts who understand both unemployment […]
Unemployment Fraud: Indicators, Reporting, and Next Steps
Over the last several weeks, Thomas & Company has continued to see an increase in unemployment fraud claims, specifically in Texas, Connecticut, and Illinois. Rest assured, Thomas & Company has not experienced a data breach, but any data breach that exposes sensitive information can lead to an increase in unemployment fraud. Therefore, it is important […]
Multi-State Compliance Navigator™: Employment Compliance at Your Fingertips
A smarter way for payroll tax professionals to stay ahead of multi-state rules, filings, and obligations. Key Takeaways Compliance Without the Guesswork The Multi-State Compliance Navigator delivers state-specific tax rules, forms, and workflows in one intuitive interface—keeping payroll leaders compliant and eliminating blind spots. Built for Today’s Complex Workforce From remote work to multi-state […]