Media outlets around the country were in a frenzy this week as the news broke about the “secret” lap band surgery of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. While the Governor dismisses the attention and says “My weight is no one else’s business,” the incredible reaction from media and those focused on his public image clearly prove otherwise.

There are some stunning statistics that speak to the fact that most employers are not prepared to handle a disaster.

As an employee benefit firm, we are overcoming cost issues through a sophisticated system of data analysis. But, as an employer, it’s important to look at your current Human Resource Information System (HRIS) or you’ll be sure to be run over by the reporting provisions of Healthcare Reform.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation recently published a report from key health care stakeholders on what their suggestions are to control costs and improve quality.