ASAP Payroll BLOG
Indiana Unemployment Claims Now Online with SIDES
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has officially modernized unemployment insurance claims with SIDES. Effective immediately, traditional paper forms are being phased out and replaced with the SIDES E-Response system. This is a secure, web-based platform designed to streamline claim responses and reduce the administrative burden on employers. Every employer needs to be aware ...
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Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes When Claiming WOTC
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a vastly under-utilized program. It is intended to provide equity to people who have faced barriers to traditional employment, including veterans, the formerly incarcerated, and the long-term unemployed. The WOTC provides an incentive to employers to hire and retain workers in these targeted groups by offering up to ...
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Do Your New Hires Qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit?
New employees are always a valuable investment in your business’s growth. But what if some of those new hires came with a tax credit of up to $9,600? That’s the opportunity many employers miss with the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)—a federal incentive designed to encourage hiring individuals from targeted groups who face barriers to ...
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Fostering a Culture of Continuous Learning
The work world and technology continue to evolve at a lightning-fast pace. For employees to thrive and grow within their fields, they need access to continuous learning opportunities that keep them at the forefront of their industry. Continuous learning and development recognize that entering a field isn’t the end of the road—it’s just the beginning. ...
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H.R. 1 Tax Updates: Key Payroll and HR Changes from the New Federal Law
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R. 1 into law—formally known as Public Law 119-21 and informally referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This sweeping legislation introduces several new tax deductions and credits aimed at easing the burden on working Americans and retirees, while also prompting important changes for payroll and ...
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The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity in HR
Cybersecurity in HR is more important than ever. As businesses become more digital, HR departments are managing an increasing volume of sensitive employee data. That makes them a prime target for cybercriminals—and a critical line of defense for your organization. Today’s threats range from phishing and ransomware to unauthorized data access. Even simple mistakes, like ...
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Indiana’s Small Business Restart Grant Eligibility Criteria
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has approved $30 million in federal funding for Small Business Restart
Best Practices to Reduce Payroll Processing Time
Processing your payroll can be a time-consuming, labor-intensive endeavor. Employers today have employees working various
ASAP Payroll vs ADP: What Business Owners Should Know Before Choosing a Payroll Provider
Choosing a payroll provider is about much more than simply processing paychecks. Your payroll company
Navigating Workplace Conflict: HR’s Role in Conflict Resolution
Conflict is inevitable in the modern workplace, especially when you have employees from many different
Taking on Union Workers?
Collective Bargaining A controversial Supreme Court ruling was issued in late June 2018 stating