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Niural AI Is Building Payroll Infrastructure for the AI Era
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Niural AI Is Building Payroll Infrastructure for the AI Era

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How Paychex Is Bringing AI to One of HR Tech's Largest Customer Bases

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Observing HR Tech Buying Behavior in 2026

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BambooHR’s Brian Crofts on AI, Trust Layers, and Why HR Software Is Being Rewritten in Real Time

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Deel's CEO on Global Payroll, AI and the Future of HR Tech
Deel's CEO on Global Payroll, AI and the Future of HR Tech

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.

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Why Rippling was Built for the AI Era with Chief Product Officer, Matt MacInnis
Why Rippling was Built for the AI Era with Chief Product Officer, Matt MacInnis

Rippling COO Matt MacInnis breaks down how Rippling is approaching AI, global payroll, and the next evolution of HR software.

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What Were the Buying Trends in HR Technology?
Buying Strategies

What Were the Buying Trends in HR Technology?

After assisting with over 150 HR software purchases in 2019, here are the key HR tech buying trends we learned from our clients

July 4, 2023
What to Look for When Choosing an HRIS System
Buying Strategies

What to Look for When Choosing an HRIS System

There are over 60 HRIS platforms listed on G2 and even more viable options across the internet. How can one person or one team be tasked with finding the right one? Having the right strategy for your HRIS search is critical:

July 4, 2023
What Makes a Great Global HRIS System? Key Considerations
Buying Strategies

What Makes a Great Global HRIS System? Key Considerations

More businesses than ever before are embracing a global employment strategy. With the advent of remote work and the talent scarcity in the US, businesses are happy to hire great talent wherever they can find it. But managing a global workforce requires a global HRIS and not every buyer knows what a global HRIS entails.

July 4, 2023
What Is the Best HRM System? Key Features and Comparisons
Vendor Reviews

What Is the Best HRM System? Key Features and Comparisons

It can be challenging to keep up with the ever-changing HR Management software market. OutSail helps hundreds of businesses buy new HRM systems each year, and these are the most popular platforms in 2022:

July 4, 2023
What Is the Best HRIS for Mid-Sized Companies?
Vendor Reviews

What Is the Best HRIS for Mid-Sized Companies?

The HRIS market is always changing with new companies coming to market and others getting acquired. In 2022, these are the best HRIS systems for mid-sized companies in the market today.

July 4, 2023
What Is Semi-Monthly Payroll? A Simple Guide for Employers
Buying Strategies

What Is Semi-Monthly Payroll? A Simple Guide for Employers

Explore what semi-monthly payroll is. Learn the pros, cons, and legal tips. Compare semi-monthly and biweekly payroll frequencies to find the right HRIS system.

April 25, 2025
What Is PeopleSoft? Legacy and Current Status in the HRIS Landscape
Vendor Reviews

What Is PeopleSoft? Legacy and Current Status in the HRIS Landscape

Explore the enduring legacy and evolving role of PeopleSoft in the HRIS landscape. This comprehensive article examines PeopleSoft's history, its innovations, and Oracle's impact after acquiring it. It also addresses how PeopleSoft compares with modern cloud solutions and provides strategic advice for organizations navigating the transition from legacy systems to cutting-edge HR technologies.

April 29, 2024
What Is HR Outsourcing? Understanding Its Functions and Benefits
Buying Strategies

What Is HR Outsourcing? Understanding Its Functions and Benefits

Unlock efficiency with HR outsourcing. Delegate tasks like payroll, compliance, and benefits administration to experts while focusing on core business activities. Consult OutSail for tailored HR outsourcing recommendations aligned with your organization's needs

May 6, 2024
What Is Biweekly Payroll? Pros & Cons for Employers
Buying Strategies

What Is Biweekly Payroll? Pros & Cons for Employers

Discover what biweekly payroll is, how it compares to semi-monthly, and the pros, cons, and compliance tips for managing your payroll calendar effectively.

April 30, 2025

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