TriNet PEO Product Review
August 20, 2024

TriNet PEO Product Review

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
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Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with TriNet

Our company uses TriNet's PEO product. We run our payroll, use the Time and Labor Management platform, PTO function, utilize TriNet HR Specialists for complex HR consulting, Worker's Compensation, and employee benefits through the open market. TriNet's open market approach to benefits has been very helpful.

Pros

  • Customer Service - in general their team responds very quick. Our platform/payroll and HR specialist have been particularly helpful. Our designated platform specialist responds right away and seeks out solutions quickly - if he is out he always has a backup. Our HR specialist has practical and straightforward advice, I appreciate too that TriNet one 30 minute free legal consultation per issue as needed, this is a perk of the plan.
  • Benefits - their carrier connection platform and open market broker connection with NFP has been one of the best parts of working with TriNet. It was one of the main reasons we moved over to TriNet. Moving from a PEO group benefits process to the open market is a significant change; NFP has helped with that change. Our NFP representative is amazing, she answers questions, assists with any new paperwork, and so helpful.
  • Payroll - TriNet's payroll system is efficient and easy to learn. I've worked with other platforms in the past and can say TriNet does a great job with this.

Cons

  • Time & Labor Management (TLM) Platform - the TLM and main platform do not sync. So when an employee requests PTO, it doesn't appear on their timecard, only the platform. It is also has limited codes, so you can't write in codes such as "Sick No Pay" or "FMLA" for easy tracking. People get used to it, but it is something I have to walk new hires through and has been a pain point for our managers/supervisors. I really hope in the future these platforms sync. The positive the Customer Service team is eager to help provide reporting solutions and help where they can.
  • PTO Function - the PTO function can sometimes be confusing to employees. Your time doesn't deduct until it has been paid and can be difficult to calculate at times. There is an estimate balance calculator that is helpful, but requires additional training to show employees how to use it instead. The PTO customer service team is so busy that it can take up to 15 business days for a response/solution - once you work with someone they are great, but the wait time can be very frustrating. I think this is a team that could use more staff in the future - as a company, 15 business days is way too long of a response time.
  • Implementation - TriNet's implementation process as a whole was a very positive experience. We had a great implementation specialist and sales representative that answered every question and tried to make the transition smooth. Where there is a gap is when you are passed over to your permanent team - our experience felt very abrupt, I'd recommend TriNet scheduling a group welcome meeting with the Implementation Team and permanent team to explain everything.
  • Payroll efficiency and time saved
  • HR compliance - straightforward and quick response rate
The platform is easy to learn/navigate, the offboarding wizard is well done, FMLA process well put together, the new hire onboarding process user friendly, and payroll platform efficient.

The reporting function is a little limited and complex. The TLM platform not syncing with the main platform is cumbersome as you need to look at TLM and then PTO to be sure everything is right when approving timecards. PTO functions can be confusing to employees.
TriNet's response rate is great, their customer support team really tries to find you a solution. If you have any customer service problems, they have a relationship manager you can work with to try and find a solution.

Do you think TriNet delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with TriNet's feature set?

Yes

Did TriNet live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of TriNet go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy TriNet again?

Yes

Overall TriNet is a good PEO to work with, especially with their responsive customer service team, payroll system, HR support, and benefit options.

Where TriNet could use improvements is some of their platform functions - in particular TLM syncing and PTO function.

TriNet Feature Ratings

Employee demographic data
10
Employment history
10
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.
10
Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)
10
Pay calculation
10
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment
10
Benefit plan administration
10
Direct deposit files
10
Salary revision and increment management
10
Approval workflow
7
Balance details
5
View and generate pay and benefit information
10
Update personal information
10
View job history
10
View company policy documentation
10
Pre-built reports
8

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