Exploring People Team as a Service

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February 6, 2024
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10 minutes read

What you'll learn

What is People Team as a Service (PTaaS)?

How PTaaS drives cost savings and business efficiency

Why Choose PTaaS? Key Benefits for Your Business

Who Can Benefit from PTaaS?

How much does it cost?

People Expertise for the Next Stage of Your Business Growth

Is managing People demands holding back your business growth? For CEOs of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) looking to scale, People Team as a Service (PTaaS) offers a flexible, expert solution tailored to your company’s needs. It provides strategic People support without the financial overhead of full-time hires, allowing you to focus on growth while ensuring compliance, building a positive culture, and supporting your people with ease.

What is People Team as a Service?

People Team as a Service (PTaaS) is a Fractional HR solution where businesses bring in experienced People (HR) professionals on a flexible, part-time basis. Designed especially for startups, growing businesses, and those with variable People (HR) needs, PTaaS provides the same strategic value as a full-time HR team but at a fraction of the cost. Our professionals engage directly with your leadership team and employees, bringing expertise without the full-time commitment and helping you to scale People (HR) functions as your business evolves.

How it drives cost savings and business efficiency

Our PTaaS process is tailored to fit your specific goals and challenges, providing a seamless, four-step approach to achieving measurable People (HR) outcomes:

1. Assess Needs

Our experts first evaluate your existing People (HR) functions, identifying gaps and assessing areas where you need support to determine the best path forward.

2. Design Customized Solutions

We create a tailored People strategy based on your specific needs—whether it’s compliance, recruiting, employee engagement, or culture-building.

3. Implement & Deliver Results

PTaaS professionals integrate with your team, executing on key People (HR) tasks and addressing challenges to drive results across your organization.

4. Continuous Review & Adjustments

We continuously review outcomes, gathering feedback to refine strategies and ensure your People solution remains aligned with your evolving business goals.

Why Choose PTaaS? Key Benefits for Your Business

Cost Savings

Full-time HR hires can cost upwards of $100k annually in the US or EUR 80–100k in the EU. With PTaaS, you only pay for the expertise you need, reducing costs while ensuring strategic HR support. This makes it a smart choice for businesses looking to maximize resources while controlling overhead.

Scalable, Flexible People Solutions

PTaaS allows you to adjust your level of People support as your business needs change, providing the flexibility that’s ideal for growth stages, seasonal demand, or project-based workloads. Scale up or down based on demand without committing to a full-time team.

Access to Specialized Expertise

Our PTaaS professionals bring deep knowledge of People (HR) compliance, workforce engagement, and culture-building strategies, keeping your company competitive and compliant. They’re constantly updated on the latest trends, laws, and best practices to bring cutting-edge solutions to your business.

Broader Perspective for Better Decision-Making

External People experts can spot issues and opportunities that internal teams may overlook. PTaaS provides an objective viewpoint, identifying potential risks, operational inefficiencies, or growth opportunities to help your business thrive.

Increased Focus on Core Business Activities

With PTaaS managing People complexities, CEOs and business leaders can concentrate on core activities like product development, sales, and customer service—driving growth without distraction.

Enhanced Company Culture & Employee Engagement

PTaaS professionals actively support a healthy company culture, implementing strategies to improve morale and handle employee grievances, building an engaged and productive workforce.

Proactive Compliance Management

Keeping up with evolving People laws is essential but complex. PTaaS professionals ensure your business stays compliant with regulations, minimizing the risk of penalties or legal challenges.

Who Can Benefit from PTaaS?

PTaaS is a strategic choice for:

Startup CEO

Gain critical People expertise to establish sound People processes and build a positive company culture from day one.

Small and Medium-Sized Business (SMB) CEO

SMB CEOs: Access experienced People professionals without the high cost of full-time hires, aligning People strategies with growth goals.

Businesses with Seasonal or Project-Based Demand:

Scale People support to match seasonal needs or project timelines, ensuring resources are used effectively.

Companies Facing People Staff Shortages

When internal People professionals are on leave or during restructuring, PTaaS provides continuity and guidance.

Meet Our PTaaS Professionals and how they bring strategic value

Our People Success Leaders and Talent Acquisition Leaders bring decades of People experience to your team, with expertise in everything from compliance and recruiting to strategic workforce planning. They seamlessly integrate with your team, providing leadership and guidance without the need for full-time executive commitments.

How Much Does PTaaS Cost?

PTaaS offers customized pricing to suit your needs and budget, allowing you to balance costs with the level of support required. Factors influencing costs include:

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Experience and Expertise: Rates vary based on the experience level of your fractional HR professionals.

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Scope of Services: Strategic roles may cost more than ongoing administrative support.

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Additional Services: Specialized tasks like compliance audits or technology implementation may affect the overall pricing.

Let us be part of your success story

We invite you to get in touch with us and let us be your partners in achieving your business goals. Your success story is waiting to be written, and we’re here to help you craft it.

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