Plan advisors, sponsors, administrators, and record keepers are continually looking for smarter ways to meet the retirement needs of millions of American workers. Amid economic, social, and industry turbulence, they find themselves revisiting even long-standing provider relationships — and utilizing operating models forever changed by the pandemic.

Yet, continued industry consolidation heightens competition and margin pressure. Technology and security requirements continue to rise. Plan sponsors and participants expect more products and improved experiences. And recently enacted laws have added new regulations and savings incentives for retirement plan providers to consider.

The Retirement Trends article series helps make sense of it all. Download all three to explore the major movements impacting the industry today.

ARTICLE 1
The engagement imperative

Explore how more effective outreach and journey management can boost plan participation and investment. The first article takes an important look at legislative opportunities and how digitized tools, workflows, and communications make accelerating digital transformation more important than ever.

ARTICLE 2
Product opportunities in the evolving retirement landscape

Discover the types of investment plans and products that can help increase plan assets under management by capitalizing on new rules, regulations, and investor interests. The second article places a focus on opportunities like small-business incentives, the role of annuities, and the democratization of alternative investments.

ARTICLE 3
The critical path to financial wellness

Dive into financial wellness — and how its various aspects, retirement included, are increasingly being considered through a more holistic lens. The last article uncovers potential legislative changes and engagement strategies that can help boost retirement enrollment and participation. You’ll also read about the investments employers are making to address rising employee expectations.