Firm Signs First HR BPO Client in Communications Industry
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill. Hewitt Associates (NYSE: HEW), a global human resources services firm, announced today that it has been selected by Omnicom Group Inc. to provide HR solutions and services. Under an eight-year agreement, Hewitt will provide workforce administration, health and welfare benefits and payroll services to Omnicoms
We were impressed with Hewitts ability to understand Omnicoms business and their flexibility in working with us to address our HR needs, said Randall J. Weisenburger, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Omnicom. Hewitts HR expertise and solutions will provide world-class tools to our agencies and their HR and finance professionals that will enable them to more effectively manage their businesses. Our employees will benefit from access to enhanced services and functionality.
Both Hewitt and Omnicom share the same commitment to our employees and recognize what a critical role they play in the success of our companies, said Bryan Doyle, HR BPO business leader, Hewitt Associates. We look forward to providing Omnicom with the best HR solutions in the industry, allowing their employees to focus on delivering superior results to their clients.
About Hewitt Associates
With more than 60 years of experience, Hewitt Associates (NYSE: HEW) is the worlds foremost provider of human resources outsourcing and consulting services. The firm consults with more than 2,300 companies and administers human resources, health care, payroll and retirement programs on behalf of more than 300 companies to millions of employees and retirees worldwide. Located in 35 countries, Hewitt employs approximately 20,000 associates. For more information, please visit www.hewitt.com.
Contact: Jennifer Frighetto, (847) 442-7663, jennifer.frighetto@hewitt.com Joe Micucci, (847) 442-7656, joe.micucci@hewitt.com
