employee well-being
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Sun Life U.S. Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by The Baltimore Sun
Sun Life U.S. has earned a spot on the 2025 Top Places to Work list by The Baltimore Sun, adding to previous recognitions across multiple U.S. locations. This award highlights the company’s commitment to employee well-being and growth through its supportive culture, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work model. Sun Life U.S. focuses on valuing employee contributions and fostering a purpose-driven environment, as evidenced by its high engagement and retention rates.
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Washington Trust: 9-Time Recipient of Exemplary Worksite Health Award
Washington Trust has received the Exemplary Worksite Health Award for the ninth year in a row from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce. This award recognizes the bank’s commitment to employee well-being, as demonstrated by its comprehensive wellness program spanning physical, emotional, and financial health. Employee resource groups and consistently high satisfaction survey results further highlight Washington Trust’s dedication to a positive and inclusive workplace. The bank has received the award for over 15 years.
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From Heat Relief to System Building: How Chinese Companies are Tackling High-Temperature Production
As extreme heat intensifies, Chinese businesses are integrating employee health and safety management. Companies like Haier and JD.com are providing cooling measures – drinks, medicine, and protective gear – to factory workers, delivery riders, and service personnel. This shift from summer perks to systematic support, driven by rising temperatures and government guidelines aims to protect workers, maintain productivity and mitigate risks of heat-related illnesses, ultimately impacting supply chain resilience and operational efficiency.
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Liu Qiangdong: Yu Donglai and JD Share Similar Philosophies; Exploiting Employees Doesn’t Breed Good Service
JD.com’s CEO, Richard Liu, discussed parallels between JD.com’s operational philosophy and a successful retail chain’s employee-focused approach. He highlighted prioritizing employee well-being, fair treatment, and customer service. This retailer’s model emphasizes no sales targets, significant profit allocation to employees, and generous benefits like short workdays, ample paid leave, and store closures, fostering a positive work environment.
