Why Outsource?

Administering benefits can be tough and time consuming, and keeping up with all the changes and requirements can be even harder!
As benefits administration becomes more complex and new rules and requirements expand, companies are faced with a choice: either spend more time and money handling benefits administration internally, or outsource administration to a company that provides these services more efficiently than can be handled internally. Many companies outsource because it is proven to save money and increase employee satisfaction.

Driving Benefits Solutions

For more than two decades, Group Associates has specialized in helping companies manage employee benefits programs. Our consultative approach to finding long term solutions related to benefits and Health and Welfare Administration can save your company time and money. With a customized business model and flexible proprietary software, Group Associates is an industry leader offering Health and Welfare Administration and consulting for companies of all sizes.

Benefits Consulting

Group Associates offers experienced Benefits Advisors to assist clients in developing and implementing employee benefits plans. Our consultative process includes discovery, plan design, cost analysis, marketing, contribution strategies, union negotiation assistance, compliance advice and industry benchmarking. We provide initial consulting and ongoing services for both plan design and Health and Welfare administration.

Group Associates Difference

The Group Associates difference integrates technology with personal touch to enhance the entire range of employee benefits administration. It is our unique ability to provide value added outsourcing solutions for you and your employees. Our consultative approach to benefits design and administration enables you to maintain control of your employee Health and Welfare plans while minimizing risks and costs. We offer scalable and customizable solutions in employee benefits. We offer consulting, technology and administration support.

Our Technology

Group Associates provides industry leading technology designed to support and complement existing systems and processes you wish to maintain. Our software is sophisticated enough to safeguard data for complex, decentralized, multi-union and multi-location clients, yet simple enough for employees to access with ease. Our proprietary system, Employee Management System (EMS), was built taking into consideration the various integration, reporting, accounting and systemic needs of Health and Welfare Administration.