Unlock insights into leave of absence and disability trends.

Staying competitive, compliant, and compassionate takes more than just policy updates—it needs a thoughtful, connected approach to managing leave of absence and time-away programs.

Our 2025 Leave of Absence and Time Away from Work Benchmarking Survey provides a clear view of the challenges large employers face today.

Based on these survey results, this key insights report explores three key areas:

1. Compliance: Navigating changing state and federal laws to create flexible, clear policies that reduce legal risks and improve employee experience.
2. Employee experience: Understanding that a positive, seamless leave process boosts morale, retention, and overall organizational health—requiring tailored, holistic solutions.
3. Cost management: Finding ways to stay competitive while controlling costs, especially during economic pressures, by reviewing and improving leave programs.

This overview provides useful insights to inform your approach and support your organization’s success.
 

This report is based on our latest benchmarking survey, which has been conducted for over a decade. It offers large employers valuable insights into their leave and time-away programs.

As situations become more complex—shaped by changing regulations, workforce needs, and organizational priorities—it’s more important than ever to understand how your programs compare to others in your industry.

The survey behind this report covers a wide range of programs, including:

• Leave and time-off benefits strategy and administration
• Bonding and paid family and caregiver leave
• Time off, holidays, and personal leave
• Maternity and pregnancy support
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus individual disability insurance
• Bereavement, sabbaticals, volunteer leave, and military leave

Those who participated in the survey gained a clear view of their program’s strengths and areas to improve. The data helps them see how their policies compare to others and also reveals opportunities for innovation, cost savings, and staying competitive.
 

Over the past ten years, this benchmarking study has shown a changing landscape—becoming more nuanced and demanding. Organizations feel more pressure to balance compliance, costs, and employee well-being while staying competitive.

In an environment where every detail counts, data-driven insights are your best tool for creating resilient, innovative, and employee-focused leave strategies. Let us know if you’re interested in participating in our next survey.

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