Analysis and Strategy

Cost effective strategies that support your business plan

img_8We become fully absorbed in your operation to get a hands-on understanding of your business, objectives, operations and critical success factors. We take a long, hard look at where you’ve been, where you are and where you want to be — and provide creative solutions on how you can get there.

Our analysis/strategy services include:

  • Benchmarking of your current plan design (e.g., contributions, costs, eligibility, etc.) against other organizations in your industry and geographic area to determine competitiveness and cost effectiveness.
  • Claim and utilization data analysis to pinpoint trends, analyze exposures and diagnose potential problems.
  • Post retirement benefit obligation analysis, including performing FASB and GASB liability calculations and reviewing/restructuring eligibility provisions.
  • Plan design, including:
    • guidance on selecting appropriate funding/cash flow mechanisms
    • analysis of the impact of the proposed strategies
    • evaluation of programs, products and vendors in terms of
      cost, benefits, networks, access and service
    • review of eligibility and termination provisions to limit
      employer liability