Here are five signs that it might be worth a try:

1. Deadlines are missed– If employees aren’t getting critical documents — like W-2s, paychecks, health care information, etc. — on time, it might be a good idea to have an outside provider perform some of those administrative tasks.
2. Recruiting doesn’t get enough focus — One of the benefits of outsourcing is that it lets HR pros use their talents in ways that really benefit the company, like finding and hiring the best talent.
3. HR staffers are angry — No one likes to work in a department that can’t get all its work done. If that describes your team, you could have a big retention problem soon.
4. Employee relations are suffering — Again, administrative work often gets in the way of what HR is really there for — keeping employees happy and productive.
5. Everyone’s on the same page about what to outsource — Companies often report less than satisfactory results when outsiders handle critical functions like recruiting and training and development. That’s why its important for HR and top brass to come up with a plan that lets HR remain a strategic partner within the company.