PBS’ Frontline had a scathing report on 401(k) plans called “The Retirement Gamble”. The Retirement Gamble had no roulette tables or free drinks; it was a rather sobering look at the troubles affecting 401(k) plan and employees who participate in them. Like most exposes, the Retirement Gamble had plenty of accusations and very little advice on how plan sponsors could improve their odds, which helps the retirement savings of their employees and limits their liability. So this article is how plan sponsors can improve their odds in the retirement gamble