Hire Contractors Without the Risk.
We audit the classification. We document the evidence. We cover the penalties. $25,000 in protection—plus defense costs.
Classification Shield
ProtectedLow Risk — Properly classified
We Do the Work. You Get the Peace of Mind.
A rigorous four-step audit process that validates contractor classification and builds an evidence-backed defense.
Questionnaire
Behavioral control, financial control, and relationship type analysis for each contractor engagement.
Evidence Collection
Contract review, invoicing patterns, work schedules, and equipment/tools assessment documented.
Risk Scoring
IRS 20-factor evaluation, ABC test application, and state-specific rule compliance analysis.
Ongoing Monitoring
Quarterly re-certification, relationship drift alerts, and annual comprehensive review.
Our Promise: $25,000 in Covered Penalties + Defense Costs
We're so confident in our process, we put our money behind it.
Coverage requires active Shield subscription. Classification audit must be completed and passed. Coverage applies to audited contractors only. Terms and conditions apply.
The Real Cost of Getting It Wrong
Misclassification penalties are growing, and enforcement is intensifying. The risk isn't theoretical.
$27,000+
Average cost per misclassified worker in penalties and back taxes
60%
of companies using contractors have classification risk exposure
3x
increase in IRS contractor audits over the past 5 years
Who Vectis Shield Is For
Built for companies that rely on contractors and refuse to leave classification to chance.
Tech companies
Engineering teams with contractor-heavy workforces need classification confidence.
Creative agencies
Freelancer-dependent businesses facing growing regulatory scrutiny.
Consulting firms
Professional services with complex independent contractor arrangements.
Scaling startups
Fast-growing teams adding contractors faster than compliance can keep up.
Shield is just the beginning.
Once your contractors are classified and protected, expand into full contractor management, global payroll, or PEO services—all from the same platform.
Vectis Shield
Classification audit + financial guarantee
Contractor Management
Compliant contracts + global payments
Vectis PEO
Enterprise benefits + HR co-management
Stop Worrying About Misclassification.
Get your contractors audited, classified, and protected—backed by a $25,000 financial guarantee.