Plan Development and Design

Strategic vision, vendor support and planning that reflect your financial goals and corporate values are as important for your benefits program as they are for your business as a whole. The challenges are varied and complex:

  • The burden of compliance with constantly changing regulations.
  • A competitive marketplace for top talent continues to fuel rising expectations from your employees and those you hope to hire.
  • There is a near relentless struggle to manage rising healthcare costs.

Collectively, these and other challenges you may face, make a compelling case for seeking expert help from experienced professionals.

By utilizing the resources and skills of the exceptional team of benefit professionals at Jenkins, you have the advantage of an experienced partner to help articulate and implement a benefits program that embodies the quality and performance you seek.

Your Jenkins team is led by a dedicated Consultant whose focus is to coordinate the services and assistance you need for a successful program by drawing on sophisticated resources including, but not limited to:

  • Powerful Pricing and Cost Analysis Resources (more)

    Management reports to track the impact of plan changes and projected costs based on trend and claim information. From sophisticated analyses using actual claims costs and drill-down utilization experience, to simplified management reports for easy-to-interpret results, Jenkins has the strongest professional tools available.

  • Benchmarking Tools (more)

    Jenkins provides benchmarking information that identifies trends and analyzes costs for planning that best suits your needs. We deliver personalized solutions utilizing current and historical information, industry comparison data and actuarial factors to support informed decision-making.

  • Strong Carrier Relationships (more)

    Jenkins has developed a long history of quality relationships with vendors and carriers that deliver employee benefits products to our clients. The advantage to our clients is a superior level of service and greater support in pricing and issue resolution.

  • Expertise in Plan Development and Design (more)

    In every client partnership, Jenkins identifies areas of potential exposure and implements solutions. We focus on optimal plan design, administrative efficiencies, program enhancements, and management tools to address areas of concern. Short- and long-term planning – and programs such as wellness education and personal health management support – are among the ways the Jenkins team works to deliver a positive and long-term impact on workplace productivity and plan satisfaction.

  • Administrative Resources (more)

    When a client needs the additional assistance of a professional team to help with the day- to-day management of their benefits program, Jenkins has a long list of administrative support services to close that gap. Invoice Reconciliation, COBRA, Wellness programs, HR support services, and on-line benefits management, are just a few of the popular programs we offer as part of our value-add service plan.

The Benefits Performance Process™

Jenkins Benefit’s proprietary approach to maximizing the performance of your benefits program is dynamic and valuable. Many companies feel trapped with disappointing results because their benefits program lacks appropriate vision and structure. As a solution, Jenkins developed The Benefits Performance Process where, as your strategic partner, we work with you in developing and maintaining a benefits program that truly meets your needs.

What We Do

  • Provide expertise, knowledge and guidance to align your benefits vision with your enterprise-wide objectives.
  • Collaborate with you on clearly defined goals and provide tools to achieve them.
  • Develop a system for communicating the value of your benefits program.
  • Guide creation of a streamlined and efficient benefits administration system.

The Result

A benefits program that genuinely supports your defined objectives, makes the best use of your benefits dollars, and enhances employee satisfaction.

How It Works (more)

The Starter Kit: The introductory questionnaire to begin the analysis.
The Workshop: Assesses your current situation and clarifies your vision of an ideal benefits program.
The Benefits Audit: A comprehensive audit of your current benefit plan, processes, tools, compliance and systems.
The Planning Session: Develops a step-by-step strategic plan to achieve your benefits vision.
The Benefits Audit: Documents the recommended plans, processes, tools, and systems needed to achieve your benefits plan.
The Performance Stage: Provides professional assistance and coordination to ensure the timely and successful implementation of your benefits plan.
The Review and Coaching Session: Regular progress reviews help you stay on track toward your vision.