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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.

Interview with Brett Ungashick
Founder at OutSail
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.

Interview with Brett Ungashick
Founder at OutSail
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What Are HR Teams Buying? Key Trends and Solutions
Buying Strategies

What Are HR Teams Buying? Key Trends and Solutions

July 4, 2023
The ROI of Using a Vendor-Agnostic HRIS Broker: Case Studies and Real Data
Buying Strategies

The ROI of Using a Vendor-Agnostic HRIS Broker: Case Studies and Real Data

Learn how a vendor-agnostic HRIS broker delivers real savings. This guide uses case studies and data to show the ROI of making a smarter software choice.

June 6, 2025
Velocity Global Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback
Vendor Reviews

Velocity Global Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback

Velocity Global offers comprehensive EOR, global payroll, and contractor management services with dedicated customer support and compliance expertise. With services in 187+ countries and a new flat-fee pricing model, it provides premium global workforce solutions, though reliance on partner entities and premium pricing may pose challenges.

October 14, 2024
Understanding the Importance of Data Security in HRIS
Buying Strategies

Understanding the Importance of Data Security in HRIS

Explore how safeguarding sensitive HR data ensures confidentiality, integrity, and compliance, fostering a secure and trustworthy environment for managing personnel information effectively

July 24, 2023
Financial Implications of a PEO Exit: OutSail's In-Depth Analysis
Buying Strategies

Financial Implications of a PEO Exit: OutSail's In-Depth Analysis

Learn how OutSail's PEO Exit Analysis tool helps businesses navigate the financial complexities of transitioning from a PEO to in-house HR management

October 9, 2023
Understanding Dayforce Pricing: A Comprehensive Guide
Vendor Reviews

Understanding Dayforce Pricing: A Comprehensive Guide

Dive into the details of Dayforce pricing – from its modules and costs to concrete amounts any business will have to pay. See if this HR software will do for small or mid-sized businesses oriented towards varying HR demands.

December 11, 2023
Unbiased HRIS Software Reviews: Finding the Best Fit for Your Business
Vendor Reviews

Unbiased HRIS Software Reviews: Finding the Best Fit for Your Business

Discover how to select the perfect HRIS software. Consider integrations, customer service, scalability, compliance, and global capabilities for long-term success

February 9, 2024
UKG’s Rebrand Year: Frontline Focus, People-First AI, and Marketing in a Zero-Click World
Newsletter Op-Eds

UKG’s Rebrand Year: Frontline Focus, People-First AI, and Marketing in a Zero-Click World

Our conversation with UKG’s CMO Sarah Hodges, unpacking why she joined, how “Workforce Operating Platform” reframes the category, and what modern marketers must do as AI reshapes discovery.

January 5, 2026
UKG vs Dayforce: Enterprise Workforce Management Head-to-Head
Buying Strategies

UKG vs Dayforce: Enterprise Workforce Management Head-to-Head

UKG vs. Dayforce or UKG vs. Ceridian: A Comparison. This workforce management comparison reviews UKG Ready vs Dayforce for enterprise scheduling software, compliance, and scale.

January 7, 2026
UKG Ready vs UKG Pro: Which Platform Fits Your Company Size?
Buying Strategies

UKG Ready vs UKG Pro: Which Platform Fits Your Company Size?

UKG Ready vs UKG Pro: which platform fits your company? Ready is built for mid-market speed and simplicity. Pro is for enterprise complexity. See our full UKG comparison.

February 8, 2026
UKG Ready Review: Affordable Workforce Management for Growing Businesses
Vendor Reviews

UKG Ready Review: Affordable Workforce Management for Growing Businesses

Explore our in-depth review of UKG Ready, an HRIS suite excelling in workforce management with cost-effective solutions, and understand its impact on businesses.

January 11, 2024
UKG Pro Reviews: Pricing, Pros, Cons & User Feedback
Vendor Reviews

UKG Pro Reviews: Pricing, Pros, Cons & User Feedback

UKG Pro (formerly known as UltiPro) is a household name in the HRIS industry, especially for mid-sized and early-enterprise companies. UKG Pro helped create the HRIS industry and continues to be a leading force today. Learn more about UKG Pro's average customer size, strengths, weaknesses, costs and integration capabilities.

July 4, 2023
TriNet To Lay Off Zenefits Team and Sunset Standalone HRIS Option
HR Tech News

TriNet To Lay Off Zenefits Team and Sunset Standalone HRIS Option

TriNet's recent layoffs and the discontinuation of Zenefits' HRIS-only plan signal a shift away from standalone HRIS solutions. Learn how OutSail can help affected businesses navigate these changes and find new HR solutions.

December 9, 2024
TriNet Reviews: Pricing, Pros, Cons & User Insights
Vendor Reviews

TriNet Reviews: Pricing, Pros, Cons & User Insights

TriNet is one of the nation's largest Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs). TriNet support companies across every industry, typically focusing on smaller businesses and offering a full suite of HR technology, benefits plans and payroll outsourcing.

July 4, 2023
Leading HRIS Vendors for System Security
Vendor Reviews

Leading HRIS Vendors for System Security

HRIS security is vital to protect sensitive employee data from breaches. Essential features include unified database architecture, regular audits, access controls, and certifications like SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Top vendors like Workday, Dayforce, and Paylocity offer strong security practices, ensuring data protection and trust.

May 28, 2024
Top HRIS Vendors for 2025: A Comprehensive Comparison
Buying Strategies

Top HRIS Vendors for 2025: A Comprehensive Comparison

Compare the top HRIS vendors for 2025 by cost, features, pros, and cons. Discover the best HR software for payroll, compliance, analytics, and workforce growth.

April 4, 2025
Key Characteristics to Look for in a Benefits Broker
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Key Characteristics to Look for in a Benefits Broker

Selecting the right benefits broker is crucial for finance and HR leaders. Learn from top executives on the seven key characteristics to look for: expertise, value alignment, fiduciary duty, custom solutions, cost transparency, comprehensive service, and proactive HR support. Make informed choices today!

August 6, 2024
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Switching from a PEO to HRIS
Buying Strategies

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Switching from a PEO to HRIS

PEO to HRIS transition guide: 5 mistakes to avoid when leaving a PEO. Get your complete PEO exit checklist for switching from PEO services successfully.

June 25, 2025
Best HRIS Systems with Time and Attendance Tracking
Guest Posts

Best HRIS Systems with Time and Attendance Tracking

In addition to the standard employee management functions found in an HRIS, many companies also want the system to help them recruit new employees and pay those employees accurately. Systems that have strong Applicant Tracking Systems and Time & Attendance features can provide a one-stop-shop for most HR needs. Here are some top vendors:

July 4, 2023
Top 5 HRIS Systems for Every Business Size: A Comprehensive Guide
Vendor Reviews

Top 5 HRIS Systems for Every Business Size: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the best HRIS systems for your business size - SMB, Mid-Market, or Enterprise. Explore BambooHR, Rippling, Gusto, Paychex, Factorial, ADP Workforce, and many more.

January 25, 2024
Top 5 HRIS Systems for Comprehensive Recruitment and ATS
Vendor Reviews

Top 5 HRIS Systems for Comprehensive Recruitment and ATS

In today’s HR landscape, integrated HRIS systems with ATS functionalities are crucial for efficient hiring and onboarding. This article highlights five top HRIS vendors that excel in recruitment and ATS solutions, providing comprehensive features to help businesses attract and retain top talent

May 20, 2024
Top 5 HRIS Platforms Integrated with Lattice for Enhanced Employee Engagement
Vendor Reviews

Top 5 HRIS Platforms Integrated with Lattice for Enhanced Employee Engagement

‍Are you looking for the best performance management and employee engagement software? Look no further than Lattice. The HRIS marketplace offers a wealth of choices with 15 different integrations available. Here we will discuss the five best HRIS companies that integrate with Lattice: ADP, Rippling, BambooHR, UKG, and Workday. Each platform offers different features to help organizations enhance performance management processes and improve employee engagement. Read on to learn more about how each one can benefit your organization!

July 4, 2023
Top 5 HRIS Platforms Integrated with Greenhouse
Vendor Reviews

Top 5 HRIS Platforms Integrated with Greenhouse

Many mid-sized companies use Greenhouse for their recruitment and applicant tracking needs. When they are shopping for new HRIS systems, an important consideration is which systems will integrate well with Greenhouse. This article provides an overview of the Top 5 HRIS Platforms integrated with Greenhouse:

July 4, 2023
Top 5 HRIS Platforms with Advanced Talent Management Tools
Vendor Reviews

Top 5 HRIS Platforms with Advanced Talent Management Tools

Discover how Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) empower mid-sized companies to streamline HR operations and foster employee growth. Explore key features of top platforms like Darwinbox, HiBob, Rippling, Factorial, and Lattice, each offering unique solutions for talent management, scalability, and comprehensive HR functions. Choose the right HRIS to enhance efficiency and support strategic business goals

May 28, 2024
Best HRIS Systems for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Vendor Reviews

Best HRIS Systems for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

The HRIS landscape is always shifting, with familiar companies changing their stripes and new vendors showing up on the scene. Let's check in on the HRIS market for mid-sized companies

July 4, 2023
Top 10 HRIS Pain Points for Companies Over 500 Employees (and How to Solve Them)
Buying Strategies

Top 10 HRIS Pain Points for Companies Over 500 Employees (and How to Solve Them)

Struggling with HRIS inefficiencies? Discover the top 10 pain points for companies over 500 employees—and how to solve them with strategic tools, integrations, and vendor support.

June 13, 2025
Top 10 Workday Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies
Vendor Reviews

Top 10 Workday Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies

Workday is one of the leading HRIS & Payroll providers in the enterprise market today, but many businesses in the mid-market do not a system as large and robust as Workday. Here are some other options to consider:

July 4, 2023
Top 10 Alternatives to Paylocity for Mid-Sized Companies
Vendor Reviews

Top 10 Alternatives to Paylocity for Mid-Sized Companies

Paylocity is one of the leading HRIS & Payroll providers in the mid-market today, but some Paylocity users will find themselves looking for alternatives that can provide a different value prop. Here are some alternatives to consider:

July 4, 2023
Top 10 Paylocity Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies
Vendor Reviews

Top 10 Paylocity Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies

Paycom is one of the leading HRIS & Payroll providers in the mid-market today, but some Paycom users will find themselves looking for alternatives that can provide a different value prop. Here are some alternatives to consider:

July 4, 2023
Top 10 Namely Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies
Vendor Reviews

Top 10 Namely Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies

Namely is a well known HRIS & Payroll providers servicing the mid-market today, but some Namely users will find themselves looking for alternatives that can provide a different value prop. Here are some alternatives to consider:

July 4, 2023
Top 10 ADP Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies
Vendor Reviews

Top 10 ADP Alternatives for Mid-Sized Companies

ADP is one of the leading HRIS & Payroll providers in the mid-market today, but some ADP users will find themselves looking for alternatives that can provide a different value prop. Here are some alternatives to consider:

July 4, 2023
TimeClock Plus (TCP) Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback
Vendor Reviews

TimeClock Plus (TCP) Reviews – Pricing, Pros/Cons, and User Feedback

Streamline workforce management with TimeClock Plus (TCP). Features include time tracking, AI-driven scheduling, and compliance tools. Ideal for shift-based industries like retail and healthcare.

January 7, 2025
Leading Global HRIS Vendors and Their Standout Features
Vendor Reviews

Leading Global HRIS Vendors and Their Standout Features

As a business expands internationally, it becomes increasingly important to have a Human Resource Information System (HRIS) that can support a global employee experience. In this blog post, we will be discussing the key features to look for in a global HRIS and some of the top vendors that offer these features.

July 4, 2023
The Top 8 Global Payroll Platforms for Seamless International Operations
Vendor Reviews

The Top 8 Global Payroll Platforms for Seamless International Operations

Due to the increase in remote work and the tight US labor market, many organizations are starting to expand their horizons when it comes to hiring talent. For companies that have set up entities outside of the US, finding the right global payroll partner can be a huge benefit. These are the top 8 global payroll platforms in 2022:

July 4, 2023
Comprehensive Review of the Top 10 HRIS Systems
Vendor Reviews

Comprehensive Review of the Top 10 HRIS Systems

Explore the top 10 HRIS systems of 2023 with features, pros, and cons to find the right fit for your organization's HR needs.

August 14, 2023
Navigating Employee Reward Changes After the Blueboard Closure
HR Tech News

Navigating Employee Reward Changes After the Blueboard Closure

Blueboard, an influential experiential rewards company with $24M in venture capital, abruptly shut down on March 12, 2024, impacting 200 employees and 500 clients. Learn how businesses are transitioning to Wishlist Rewards, a financially stable provider, to ensure continuous employee engagement and reward programs.

April 15, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Software Integrations for Buyers
Buying Strategies

The Ultimate Guide to Software Integrations for Buyers

Integration is the biggest buzz word in software buying. And yet, most buyers have no idea what it means or how they work. This guide will help you understand integrations and make better buying decisions

July 4, 2023
Maximizing Employee Onboarding and Offboarding with HRIS
Buying Strategies

Maximizing Employee Onboarding and Offboarding with HRIS

Discover how HRIS can revolutionize employee onboarding and offboarding processes, making them more efficient and engaging for everyone involved.

July 4, 2023
How an HRIS Can Enhance the Employee Experience
Buying Strategies

How an HRIS Can Enhance the Employee Experience

An HRIS is no longer considered a transactional tool for ensuring employees get paid properly and compliance reports are tracked. With modern workforces, HRIS's are the first substantial tool your employee will interact with when they apply for a job, onboard and begin building their employee experience. The HRIS also is the place where employees go to understand their role in the organization, how they're performing and how they're compensated

July 4, 2023
The Role of AI in Modern HRIS Platforms
Buying Strategies

The Role of AI in Modern HRIS Platforms

Explore how AI transforms modern HRIS platforms—boosting efficiency, enhancing decision-making, personalizing HR, and preparing businesses for future growth.

April 4, 2025
The Rise of Skills-Based Organizations: HRIS Features You'll Need
Buying Strategies

The Rise of Skills-Based Organizations: HRIS Features You'll Need

Discover essential HRIS features for skills-based organizations—AI-driven taxonomies, talent marketplaces, and analytics to build agile, future-ready workforces.

August 27, 2025
The Real Cost of HRIS Implementation: What Vendors Don't Tell You
Buying Strategies

The Real Cost of HRIS Implementation: What Vendors Don't Tell You

Discover the hidden costs of HRIS implementation including data migration integration and internal labor and learn how to build a realistic budget beyond vendor estimates.

June 13, 2025
The Pros and Cons of Your 4 Global Payroll Options
Buying Strategies

The Pros and Cons of Your 4 Global Payroll Options

As more mid-sized companies go global, it is important to understand what solutions exist for expansion, global hiring and global payroll

July 4, 2023
Pros and Cons of the Four Global Payroll Models
Buying Strategies

Pros and Cons of the Four Global Payroll Models

Discover the benefits and challenges of remote work for HR professionals. Explore how remote work enhances flexibility, talent acquisition, and cost efficiency while presenting challenges in tax compliance, payroll, and regulatory adherence. Learn strategies for effective remote team management

June 30, 2024
The Ongoing Deel Saga - One Month Later
Newsletter Op-Eds

The Ongoing Deel Saga - One Month Later

Rippling vs. Deel: Espionage, lawsuits, and leadership fallout. A shocking HR Tech saga that’s reshaping trust in global payroll and compliance.

April 17, 2025
Most User-Friendly HRIS Systems for Easy Adoption (with screenshots)
Vendor Reviews

Most User-Friendly HRIS Systems for Easy Adoption (with screenshots)

One of the biggest priorities for an HRIS buyer is finding a system that is intuitive, so that their employees and managers can easily navigate the system and take on more self-service tasks. However, it's not always easy to figure out which systems are best from a user interface standpoint. Here's the top 10

July 4, 2023
Top Cost-Effective HR Software Solutions
Vendor Reviews

Top Cost-Effective HR Software Solutions

If you're interested in new HR software but want to find the best value and most cost-effective option, partner with companies like these, who can deliver a great service at a competitive price

July 4, 2023
Best Budget-Friendly HR Software Platforms for Challenging Times
Vendor Reviews

Best Budget-Friendly HR Software Platforms for Challenging Times

As our economy heads into a recession, it can be an important time for businesses to analyze their software spend. Finding a solution that can do what you need it to, without the inflated price tag, can help your dollar go further in 2022. Here are some of the most budget-friendly options in the HR software market today:

July 4, 2023
The Mid-Market HR Tech Audit Guide: From Overlapping Tools to Optimized Systems
Buying Strategies

The Mid-Market HR Tech Audit Guide: From Overlapping Tools to Optimized Systems

Simplify HR systems with our HR tech audit checklist. Optimize your tech stack, improve HRIS performance, and streamline processes for mid-market success.

August 4, 2025
The Impact of AI on Modern HRIS Systems
Buying Strategies

The Impact of AI on Modern HRIS Systems

Explore the transformative effects of Artificial Intelligence on HRIS. Discover how AI is revolutionizing HR processes, enhancing efficiency, and shaping the future of workforce management.

July 24, 2023
The Future of HR Tech: Trends Shaping 2025
Buying Strategies

The Future of HR Tech: Trends Shaping 2025

Discover key HR tech trends shaping 2025—from AI and embedded payroll to HR-finance integration and service decoupling. Stay ahead in the evolving HRIS landscape.

April 4, 2025
The Future of Global Payroll Aggregators
Guest Posts

The Future of Global Payroll Aggregators

Andres Safdie, global payroll expert, explains how AI, compliance changes, and employee expectations are disrupting the global payroll landscape.

April 28, 2025
The Future of Data Privacy in HRIS: 2025 Trends & Compliance Risks
Buying Strategies

The Future of Data Privacy in HRIS: 2025 Trends & Compliance Risks

Explore 2025 HRIS data privacy trends, compliance risks, and best practices. Ensure GDPR, CPRA, and global law alignment to protect employee data and avoid fines.

July 22, 2025
How AI is Shaping the Future of HRIS Systems
Buying Strategies

How AI is Shaping the Future of HRIS Systems

Discover how AI is revolutionizing Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) by enhancing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and workforce planning. AI tools streamline processes, provide data-driven insights, and enable HR professionals to focus on strategic activities. Learn about key features, benefits, and future trends in AI-driven HRIS

July 6, 2024

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