The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America (Guardian) has expanded its partnership with Workday, becoming one of its strategic Workday Wellness partners. This collaboration leverages AI-powered solutions to provide employers with real-time insights into employee benefits usage, empowering them to design tailored programs that enhance employee well-being and improve overall workplace experiences.
Key Features of the Partnership
Enhanced API Connections
Guardian introduces new Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) within Workday to streamline benefits management:
- Policy API: Automates plan details and rates, ensuring up-to-date information while reducing errors.
- Member Benefit API: Enables real-time data transfer and updates to employee benefit elections.
- Leave of Absence API: Assists employers in managing complex, state-specific leave requirements for remote workforces.
Workday Wellness Capabilities
- Supports HR professionals in navigating complex benefits landscapes.
- Enables employees to make real-time changes to their benefit elections.
- Enhances both employer and employee well-being through actionable insights.
Impact on Well-Being
Key Findings from Guardian’s Next Digital Renaissance Report
- Employees with access to a digital benefits experience report significantly better well-being.
- Organizations actively using APIs experience a 4x improvement in workplace well-being culture compared to those that do not.
Expert Insight:
“Ninety-one percent of employees say their benefits directly impact their well-being. API connections simplify benefits management and positively influence well-being,” said Anna Roberts, Head of Digital Offerings, Group Benefits at Guardian.
Benefits for Employers and Employees
For Employers:
- Simplifies the administration of benefits and leave policies.
- Reduces errors through automation and real-time updates.
- Provides insights to design programs that meet employee needs effectively.
For Employees:
- Facilitates seamless, real-time updates to benefits elections.
- Supports mental, physical, and financial wellness.
- Enhances the overall employee experience with personalized benefits solutions.
Guardian’s strategic partnership with Workday through the Workday Wellness platform is a step forward in redefining employee benefits management. By leveraging advanced API connections and AI-driven insights, Guardian aims to foster a culture of well-being that benefits both employers and employees, ensuring a more holistic and tailored benefits experience.
