Editor’s Note

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to an inevitable surge in the use of digital technologies due to social distancing norms and nationwide lockdowns.
 

However, the inability to quickly adapt technologies that support digital transformation processes, including identity-based segmentation, virtual desktop interfaces and full-stack cloud, is hindering a business' ability to adequately address new threats and even to test new security systems and protocols.

This month’s cover article, 5 Digital Transformation-Driven Cybersecurity Considerations by Merilee A. Kern, talks about top security strategies organizations need to consider to enhance post-pandemic preparedness.

Mention sexual harassment, and you’re likely to picture a sleazy boss acting inappropriately with an unwilling female associate. However, harassment often assumes many forms and can occur with both male and female workers and is not always easy to identify. Read Aparna Sharma’s article, How To Deal With Sexual Harassment In The Workplace, to understand ways to deal with sexual harassment and discrimination at workplace. 

Colorado State workers will be able to access up to 12 weeks (as much as 16 weeks in certain cases) of job-protected, paid family and medical leave from 2024 onward. Read Lisa Burden’s article, Colorado’s New Family And Medical Leave Law, to know more.
 
Several new and amended employment laws will go into effect in California on January 1, 2021. Steven Gallagher and Michaela Goldstein, in their article Top 10 Employment Laws To Look Out For In California In 2021, share a summary of some of these laws that employers should make themselves aware of while heading into the New Year. 

This is not all. This month’s issue of HR Legal & Compliance Excellence brings to you the best practices and tools to keep yourself protected and compliant. 

Wish you all a happy New Year in advance.

Stay Safe!
 

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