Making the Cut: Impact of Cost Cutting Measures on Immigration Programs | Sessions

Seating Instructions: Seating is first-come, first-served. Reserved seating options are available for accessibility and accommodations. For detailed accessibility information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.

In an economic downturn, cost cutting measures such as layoffs, wage and benefit reductions, and furloughs are often necessary to maintain the bottom line. In this session we discuss the interplay between common labor-related cost cutting measures and immigration rules and requirements. We will explore the limitations of cost cutting measures when dealing with immigration programs and some alternatives to help achieve financial objectives and fair treatment of employees while remaining compliant.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand immigration laws and regulations governing wages, hours, reporting and terminations for common visa classifications.
• Identify and manage risk concerning common payroll-related cost cutting measures.
• Propose and develop alternative strategies for reducing costs when managing a global workforce.

Direct Link to Session Materials: If the speaker provides session materials, you can access them via the app, web format or at https://presentations.shrm.org/.

Live Streaming and Recording: Unless marked 'in person only,' all sessions are live-streamed on the app or web format and available for replay 30 days after the event.

Acknowledgment of Technical Issues: While rare, technical issues may occur during sessions. We appreciate your patience as we quickly address them.

Accessibility & Accommodations Information: For detailed accessibility & accommodations information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.