Part 2: Five HR Services Providers for Small Businesses
by Bradley Mix | July 26, 2023
By leveraging the expertise and resources of Human Resource (HR) service providers, small businesses can optimize their HR management and create a more productive and engaged workforce, therefore, choosing the best HR services provider for your business is a very important task for small business owners. Part 1 of this series discussed the benefits of outsourcing HR functions. Although there are several companies that provide HR functions for small businesses, this article will examine the top five companies.
Human Resource (HR) Service Providers to Consider
- Paychex: offers a wide range of HR and payroll solutions for small businesses. Their services include payroll processing, benefits administration, HR compliance, time and attendance tracking, and employee onboarding. Paychex provides scalable solutions suitable for businesses of all sizes, and their platform is known for its user-friendly interface. For detailed pricing and tailored solutions, it is advisable to visit the Paychex website directly.
- ADP (Automatic Data Processing): a leading provider of HR solutions, offering services such as payroll processing, benefits administration, time and attendance tracking, talent management, and HR analytics. Their platform is robust and can handle complex HR processes. ADP offers different pricing tiers based on the specific needs and size of businesses, ensuring that businesses can choose the most suitable plan.
- TriNet: specializes in tailored HR solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. They offer comprehensive services, including payroll processing, benefits administration, risk management, compliance support, and employee onboarding. TriNet’s platform is known for its user-friendly interface and customizable features. Pricing for TriNet’s services varies based on the specific needs of each business, and they offer personalized quotes upon consultation.
- Gusto: provides a user-friendly HR platform that simplifies payroll, benefits, and HR tasks for small businesses. Their services include automated payroll processing, benefits administration, time tracking, and integration with other business tools. Gusto offers transparent and straightforward pricing, with different plans available based on the number of employees. The pricing structure is publicly available on their website, allowing businesses to easily evaluate the costs.
- Insperity: specializes in HR outsourcing solutions tailored to small and mid-sized businesses. Their services encompass payroll administration, employee benefits, HR compliance, recruiting and onboarding, training and development, and performance management. Insperity’s platform offers a range of customizable features to meet specific business needs. Pricing for Insperity’s services is typically based on a per-employee, per-month basis, and they provide personalized quotes upon consultation.
It is important to note that pricing, features, and platforms may be subject to change. It is advisable to visit each company’s website, explore their offerings, and contact them directly to obtain the most up-to-date and detailed information based on your specific business requirements. Overall, choosing to use an HR service provider will create an optimized your HR management duties and create an efficient workforce.
Brad Mix
Consultants, Growth Acceleration Consultants, Manatee, Mix, SarasotaFlorida SBDC at USF
Specialty: Disaster Assistance, SBA Lending, Startup
Brad Mix has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and as a business consultant. Prior to joining the Florida SBDC at USF, Mix provided consulting services to more than 2,500 businesses and assisted business owners in securing more than $100 million in capital and $60 million in government contracts. He has extensive experience with SBA loans, including 504s, Community Advantage loans, and microloans. In addition, he assists business owners in preparing business plans, financial projections, profitability improvement, business acquisitions, business valuations, marketing and capital solutions.