A PEO provides an integrated, cost-effective approach to the management and administration of the human resources functions of its customers. It does this through the practice of “co-employment” - contractually assuming substantial employer rights, responsibilities, and risk by establishing a long-term, employer relationship with its customer's employees.

Under a co-employment relationship, the PEO:

• Handles payroll and employment taxes
• Ensures human-resource compliance
• Manages workers’ compensation, work place safety, and risk management
• Provides and manages employee benefits and retirement programs
• Monitors changes in and provides guidance regarding compliance with employment-related laws
• ...and much more

Yet, the customer retains sole responsibility for such key functions as managing worksite employees, product development, distribution, marketing, sales, and services.