Discuss the below:
1. Read the following journal articles for further insight into this week's topics:
a. Purcell, P. (2010, April). Income and poverty among older Americans in 2008. Journal of Pension Planning and Compliance, 36(1), 1-29. (Document ID: 1968914871).
b. Purcell, P. (2010, April). Pension sponsorship and participation: Summary of recent trends. Journal of Pension Planning and Compliance, 36(1), 30-48. (Document ID: 1968914881).
1. Benefits.
Discuss the role of benefits in compensation. Review the primary reasons an organization provides benefits to its employees; predict future trends in relation to employee benefits, including national healthcare; identify factors that should be considered when creating a benefits plan.
2. Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans.
Discuss the origins of employer-sponsored retirement plans. Then, discuss the 2-3 most prominent trends in retirement's plans including its impact for both the employee and the organization