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outRageous HR: Plan Now or Pay Later

OutSolve : Oct 21, 2025 11:29:03 AM

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The countdown to 2026 starts now. Don’t wait until the new year to scramble — smart HR leaders are already mapping out their strategy. Whether you're navigating seasonal hiring, budgeting for new laws, or refining your compensation strategy, a solid plan now means fewer headaches later.

In this episode of OutRageous HR: Planning for HR Compliance in 2026, host Catherine Boudreaux sits down with Annette Alvarado, VP of Operations, and Warren Johns, Senior Director of Operations, to talk about how HR professionals can proactively prepare for 2026. Spoiler alert: waiting until January isn’t the right move.

This episode highlights:

Why Q4 is the time for proactive planning for HR compliance
How to prepare for seasonal and high-volume hiring, including I-9 tools and remote onboarding support
What to include in your 2026 HR compliance budget
Federal and state reporting (EEO-1, VETS-4212)
Compensation benchmarking
Pay equity audits
Salary structure development
How to build a future-ready compensation strategy
Best practices for creating a compliance roadmap, including audit readiness and cross-functional planning
OutSolve’s role in supporting you from planning to execution

How OutSolve Can Help

Don’t wait for the calendar to flip — start building your HR compliance strategy now. From I-9 solutions to compensation and federal reporting, OutSolve has the solutions to help you plan smarter and stay ahead of risk.

Join our waitlist today for our 2026 HR Compliance Calendar. This calendar will help you prepare for all upcoming HR compliance needs.

OutSolve

Founded in 1998, OutSolve has evolved into a premier compliance-driven HR advisory firm, leveraging deep expertise to simplify complex regulatory landscapes for businesses of all sizes. With a comprehensive suite of solutions encompassing HR compliance, workforce analytics, and risk mitigation consulting, OutSolve empowers organizations to navigate the intricate world of employment regulations with confidence.