State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES)
Alaska's Unemployment Insurance program is proud to offer the State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES) and SIDES E-Response for employers to respond quickly and securely to information request regarding Unemployment Insurance (UI).
SIDES and SIDES E-Response will:
- Reduce paperwork
- Ensure accurate information exchanges
- Reduce administrative cost
- Eliminates postage fees
- Minimize UI rates
- Secure data exchange
- Reduce overpayments and appeals
And both options are free of charge!
SIDES and SIDES E-Response are web-based programs developed through a partnership the U.S. Department of Labor and state UI agencies to simplify and streamline requests and responses for UI information. SIDES and SIDES E-response use a nationally standardized, electronic format to process UI information exchanges. Both options offer employers and Third Party Administrators (TPAs) a free, time-reducing, secure option to filling out paper forms.
How does SIDES and SIDES E-Response work?
- SIDES – A computer to computer interface that allows large employers or TPAs who typically deal with a large volume of UI information data requests.
- SIDES E-Response – A free website which allows employers and TPAs to submit responses electronically.
Information we need to set up SIDES E-Responses
When you email us at dol.sides@alaska.gov, please provide the following information:- Your business name
- FEIN
- Contact name
- Phone number
- The email address where you would like the information requests sent
Additional information:
Benefits of SIDES: Two ways to connect
UI SIDES
General information and fact sheets
SIDES E-Response Earnings Verification User Guide
SIDES E-Response Separation Information User Guide