Fast-growing companies face a crucial decision: should they stay with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) or move to a more flexible model like Paylocity managed services? With payroll, compliance, benefits administration, and talent management all on the line, the right choice can directly impact growth, costs, and employee experience.
At EmphasisHR, we specialize in Paylocity managed services. Unlike a PEO, we don’t co-employ your team or lock you into one-size-fits-all benefits. Instead, we deliver customized HR solutions built on the Paylocity platform, helping you maintain control while offloading the administrative burden.
PEOs vs. Paylocity Managed Services: The Core Differences
1. Ownership and Control of HR Functions
- PEOs operate under a co-employment model. This means the PEO becomes the employer of record for tax and benefits purposes, creating a shared responsibility arrangement.
- Paylocity managed services allow your business to remain the employer of record. With EmphasisHR as your partner, you retain full control over your company’s HR policies, brand, and culture, while we handle the back-end execution.
2. Benefits Administration
- PEOs offer pre-packaged benefits plans that may not always align with your company’s needs or budget.
- With Paylocity managed services, you can bring your own broker or use your own plans. EmphasisHR helps manage benefits administration seamlessly on the Paylocity platform, giving you flexibility and cost transparency.
3. Pricing Model
- PEOs typically charge based on a percentage of payroll or per-employee fees bundled with benefits costs.
- Paylocity managed services are often more cost-effective. You pay for the services you need, not a bundled, opaque package.
4. Scalability and Flexibility
- PEOs can work for very small companies but may become restrictive as you scale.
- Paylocity managed services grow with your business. EmphasisHR’s team scales its support and expertise as you add employees, expand locations, or enter new markets.
Why Growing Companies Choose Paylocity Managed Services
Expertise on the Paylocity Platform
At EmphasisHR, our team lives and breathes Paylocity. We know the platform inside and out, from implementation to your first paycheck and beyond. This expertise means fewer headaches, smoother onboarding, and the ability to fully leverage Paylocity’s powerful features, something many PEOs can’t provide.
Mutually Exclusive to the Paylocity Platform
We’re not a generic HR outsourcing firm. We specialize in Paylocity and are mutually exclusive to its platform. This deep specialization translates to consistency, reliability, and peace of mind for your team.
Consistent Support, Not Call-Center Service
Unlike large PEOs where your account is one of thousands, EmphasisHR provides a dedicated team that understands your business. You’ll have experts who know your payroll cycles, compliance requirements, and culture.
Cost Transparency
We help you understand exactly what you’re paying for. With Paylocity managed services, you’re not locked into opaque pricing. This transparency helps you budget more effectively and reinvest in growth.
How EmphasisHR Makes the Transition Easy
1: Assessment
We evaluate your current HR setup and PEO contract to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements.
2: Implementation
Our Paylocity experts handle the migration process, from payroll to benefits administration, ensuring a seamless transition with no disruption to your employees.
3: Ongoing Management
Once live, our team manages your HR functions on the Paylocity platform, providing consistency and peace of mind.
4: Strategic Guidance
Beyond day-to-day HR, we help you plan for growth. From compliance updates to talent management strategies, EmphasisHR is your ongoing partner.
Case in Point: Moving from a PEO to Paylocity Managed Services
We’ve seen countless companies experience the same transformation: cost savings, regained control, and improved HR performance after moving from a PEO to EmphasisHR’s Paylocity managed services. Our expertise ensures a smooth transition without the common pitfalls of going it alone.
The Bottom Line
If you’re currently in a PEO arrangement and questioning whether it’s the right fit as your business grows, Paylocity managed services offer a compelling alternative. EmphasisHR gives you the freedom to maintain control, the expertise to run HR efficiently, and the scalability to grow without limits.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Ready to see how Paylocity managed services can outperform your PEO? Schedule a free consultation with EmphasisHR today. We’ll evaluate your current setup, identify opportunities for savings and efficiency, and chart a clear path to HR success.
