Understanding ERISA Retirement Plan Sponsors & Administrators Responsibilities

What Is the Difference Between a 401(k) Plan Sponsor and a Plan Administrator? Typically, the employer is considered the 401(k) “plan sponsor,” whereas the day-to-day running of the plan may be handled by a third-party “plan administrator.” Understanding the different responsibilities between the plan sponsor and plan administrator is essential to maintain compliance with all … Read more

Cybersecurity, Preventing Plan Leakage Top of Mind for Retirement Plan Sponsors

Retirement Plan Sponsors shared in a survey the steps they have taken, or will take, to reduce plan leakage and retain retiree assets in the plan. Preventing asset leakage and Cybersecurity concerns have been priorities for plan sponsors, according to new research from Callan, and many plan sponsors expect to act further this year. The … Read more

Retirement Plan Participant Lawsuit Against Transamerica for Data Breach

In a lawsuit, he alleges the retirement plan service provider did not take steps to protect the personal information of participants in plans it serves. As the level of awareness of Cybersecurity protection of confidential data has increased, however, so has the size and complexity of the cybersecurity problem from the perspective of plan fiduciary. … Read more

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