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Latest News & Resources
Read the latest news about integrated disability and absence management including insights, strategies, and best practices.
Building Smarter Stay-at-Work and Return-to-Work Strategies
After more than two decades in the leave and accommodation management space, one thing has become increasingly clear: the conversation around stay-at-work and return-to-work (SAW/RTW) strategies is evolving in meaningful and productive ways.
DMEC News: June-August 2026
DMEC and Unum released a new white paper on evaluating leave program impact, alongside the 2025 DMEC Annual Impact Report. A new SAW/RTW Certification launches soon, plus a fresh microcredential course tackles D.C.'s complex leave requirements.
Thinking Outside the Box to Reduce Leave
Absenteeism remains one of the biggest pain points for organizations today. The yearly cost of employee absenteeism has been estimated to exceed $600 billion1 in the U.S. alone, driven by lost productivity, temporary staffing expenses, overtime pay, and the administrative burden of managing unplanned leave. While some absenteeism is unavoidable, its growing frequency and impact signal a deeper challenge within modern workplaces.
The Disability Compliance Audit: Why Your Organization’s Program Needs a Health Check
Most organizations assume their disability accommodation processes are legally sound. Policies are in place, managers have been trained, and HR has handled requests before without incident. It feels like the system works—until a lawsuit proves otherwise.
