Alight’s Leave Research Wins Top Honor at AAOHN Conference

Event summary

  • Alight’s MDGuidelines won first place in the AAOHN National Conference poster competition for research on leave of absence and return-to-work (RTW) guidelines.
  • The study analyzed 29 million disability and workers’ compensation claims from 2014 to 2023, identifying top conditions like depression, herniated disc, and low back pain.
  • Key findings show decreasing trends in recovery durations for most conditions, except for herniated discs and knee meniscus tears.
  • The research aims to help employers update RTW policies with evidence-based recovery durations.

The big picture

Alight’s recognition underscores the growing importance of data-driven leave management in workforce health strategies. As employers face increasing pressure to balance employee well-being with operational efficiency, Alight’s research positions it as a key player in shaping return-to-work policies. The study’s insights into prevalent health conditions and recovery trends provide a strategic edge in a competitive benefits administration market.

What we're watching

Data-Driven Strategy
How Alight’s research will influence employer policies on leave and return-to-work timelines.
Market Differentiation
Whether Alight can sustain competitive advantage through evidence-based leave management solutions.
Regulatory Compliance
The pace at which employers adopt Alight’s guidelines to meet evolving workplace health regulations.