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Conversations Shaping HR Tech
Watch candid discussions with the founders, executives, and product leaders building the future of HR technology.
Deel Co-Founder & CEO Alex Bouaziz shares how the company grew into one of the fastest scaling startups by rethinking global hiring, payroll infrastructure, and the traditional “system of record” model.
BambooHR Announces Their New Benefits Admin Module - What It Means for Customers
In mid-February of 2023, BambooHR announced a surprising addition to their product suite: a new benefits administration module. Benefits administration has historically been the major functional gap preventing BambooHR from being an all-in-one option for customers. Learn more about what this update means:
Avature Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback
Discover how Avature’s configurable talent management platform enhances recruiting, onboarding, and internal mobility for large enterprises. Explore its standout CRM, advanced AI, and internal career marketplace, designed for complex HR needs. Find out if Avature suits your organization’s goals!
Ashby Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback
Ashby is an all-in-one ATS for high-volume recruiting, combining sourcing, scheduling, and analytics in a user-friendly platform. Ideal for tech-focused companies, Ashby offers flexible month-to-month pricing and standalone analytics. Explore if Ashby aligns with your recruiting needs
Ascentis HR Software: Comprehensive Reviews, Pricing, and User Feedback
Ascentis is a mid-sized payroll and HRIS provider that often competes with the large, public vendors in the HRIS space. They've increasingly won over clients due to their support model, flexibility and cost-effectiveness. Learn more about where they fit into the marketplace!
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Alight’s Strategic Divestiture: Key Insights on the $1.2 Billion Deal
Alight Inc. divests its payroll and professional services for $1.2B to focus on its Benefits Administration technology. Alight will focus on their higher-margin tech offerings. The sale, valuing the services business at impressive multiples, underscores the growth seen across the Managed Payroll industry.
ADP Workforce Now vs. Paylocity: Best HRIS for Your Business
ADP Workforce Now and Paylocity are two of the most popular HRIS & Payroll companies in the world. This article takes a look at the features, functions and pricing between the two systems to see which one makes the most sense for your business
ADP Workforce Now: In-Depth Reviews, Pricing, and User Feedback
ADP is perhaps the most well-known vendor in the HRIS industry due to their unique expertise around payroll. 1 out of every 6 Americans is paid by ADP. Workforce Now is their flagship HRIS solution. Learn more about ADP Workforce Now's average customer size, strengths, weaknesses, costs and integration capabilities
ADP vs. UKG: Comparing Pricing, Technology & Customer Service
UKG and ADP are two of the most famous brands in the HRIS industry. Understanding which vendor is the right fit for your business requires knowing the areas where each one shines. Learn more about the differences between ADP and UKG
ADP vs. Paylocity in 2024: A Comprehensive Comparison of Pricing and Features
ADP and Paylocity are two of the leading HRIS and payroll platforms in the mid-market. Both companies are large, public companies with global footprints. Learn more about which is the right fit for your business
Activpayroll Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback
Activpayroll offers in-country payroll services across 46 countries, providing greater control over compliance and service quality. With global mobility support and a hands-off payroll management experience, it's ideal for multinational companies, though higher costs and limited HR tools may pose challenges.
Step-by-Step HRIS Implementation Guide for 2024
Many customers that we work with experience increased anxiety as they finish their buying process and move into implementation. Much of the anxiety that surrounds HRIS implementations comes from the fact that most HR professionals do not know what is coming next, since the implementation process is often under explained in the sales process. Here is a brief overview of what you can expect as you transition into implementation:
Budgeting for a New HRIS in 2024: A Complete Guide
Ensure successful HRIS transitions by accurately budgeting for Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Discover hidden costs, manage ongoing expenses, and optimize your investment. This guide offers strategies to plan effectively and maximize ROI, avoiding unexpected financial pitfalls
9 Key Benefits of an HRIS for Employees in 2024
Although an HRIS is the foundational system for businesses to manage and pay their employees, some companies are still hesitant to invest in the right system. These are the benefits companies can gain by investing in an HRIS.
8 Essential Questions CFOs Should Ask When Evaluating HRIS & HCM Systems in 2024
This guide outlines key questions for CFOs during the HCM evaluation process, including: assessing integration capabilities, payment terms, scalability, compliance, and cost management. Ensuring the right HRIS/HCM system supports operational efficiency, financial goals, and long-term business growth is essential.
8 Key Questions CIOs Must Ask When Assessing HRIS & HCM Systems in 2024
A CIO must ensure their next HRIS offers advanced technology capabilities and robust security features. Key questions focus on system scalability, integration with existing tools, compliance documentation, data encryption, access controls, user activity monitoring, and internal security teams.
7 Strategies for Building a Budget-Friendly HR Tech Stack in 2024
From entering information quickly to limiting your app ecosystem, here are seven answers to the question, "In 2023, what are the most effective things that ensure you're getting the most 'bang for your buck' with your HR software spending?"
6 Ways a Subpar HRIS Can Harm Employee Experience & How to Fix It in 2024
The right HRIS can have a strong effect on your employee's day-to-day experience and can increase retention, engagement and productivity. The wrong HR systems can do the opposite. Here's how it might look if your HRIS system isn't working for your business:
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5 Key Questions to Ask When Choosing a Cannabis Payroll Provider
There are unique challenges that cannabis or cannabis-adjacent companies face when evaluating payroll solutions. The federal restrictions on cannabis have led many leading payroll companies to avoid working with cannabis companies. Finding the right provider in a narrow pool of options can be a challenge for businesses. Here's how you can make the most of your evaluations.
5 Common Challenges When Selecting a New HCM System How to Overcome Them
Buying a new HCM system requires a wide range of skills and knowledge. If you are starting an HCM buying process, here are some of the key challenges you'll face and the ways that OutSail can ease those challenges:
Top 20 SaaS HR Software Solutions of 2026: Features & Pricing Guide
OutSail maintains the industry's best data set on HR Tech vendor pricing. This report covers the main categories of Saas HR software, complete with pricing and details on which solutions work for which types of companies
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