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Applied Business Solutions

Regional PEO
Jacksonville, FL·Founded 1998·Serving 5-500 employees
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7
States Served
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Services
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Industries
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About Applied Business Solutions

Applied Business Solutions (ABS) is a Jacksonville, Florida-based PEO providing co-employment services including payroll, employee benefits, HR administration, workers' compensation, and compliance support to businesses across Florida and the Southeast.

Certification Status

Not IRS CPEO Certified

Applied Business Solutions does not currently hold IRS CPEO certification. This does not necessarily indicate a problem — many reputable PEOs operate without it. We recommend verifying their financial stability, NAPEO membership, and state licensing directly.

Why businesses choose Applied Business Solutions

✓Full-service PEO covering payroll, benefits, HR administration, and compliance
✓Business-focused approach that aligns HR outsourcing with operational goals
✓Dedicated HR professionals assigned to each client for consistent support
✓Strong compliance expertise to reduce employment law risk for business owners
✓Competitive benefits access through established carrier relationships
✓Flexible service model designed for small and growing businesses

Company Details

Headquarters
Jacksonville, FL
Founded
1998
Serving
5-500 employees
CPEO Certified
No
Coverage
7 states
Company Type
Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

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Pros
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Business-aligned HR approach
Applied Business Solutions frames HR outsourcing around business outcomes and operational goals rather than purely compliance and administration, providing more strategic value.
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Dedicated HR support
Consistent HR professionals assigned to each account build familiarity with the client business, delivering more relevant and responsive support over time.
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Full-service coverage
Comprehensive PEO services covering payroll, benefits, HR administration, and compliance in a single co-employment arrangement.
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Compliance depth
Strong focus on employment law compliance reduces risk for small business owners who lack dedicated in-house HR or legal expertise.
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Cons
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Regional scale
Smaller employee pool than national PEOs may limit health insurance pricing competitiveness for certain coverage types.
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Technology platform
Smaller regional PEOs typically invest less in proprietary HR technology than national providers, which may matter for businesses with advanced platform needs.
PEO Authority Editorial Note

Applied Business Solutions takes a practical, business-first approach to HR outsourcing that resonates with owners who view HR as a business function rather than just a compliance requirement. Their emphasis on operational alignment makes them a solid choice for businesses that want HR support integrated with their broader business strategy. Businesses prioritizing platform sophistication should also evaluate larger providers.

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