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![Types of payroll software Two businesswomen chatting about different types of payroll software at a table with a tablet.](https://www.datocms-assets.com/23428/1719836579-types-of-payroll-software.jpg?auto=compress)
Payroll: What are your options? The four types of payroll
Effective payroll management is crucial for businesses of all sizes, impacting employee satisfaction, financial stability, and regulatory compliance. ...
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Simple payroll solutions for busy small business owners
Running a small business is no easy feat. With limited resources and time, its important to find efficient solutions for various tasks. One such area ...
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Payroll: In-house Vs Outsourcing
Whether you’re a business owner or a SME employer you’ll appreciate the importance of paying your staff on time and with 100% accuracy. But is it ...
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Maximising Business Efficiency with Open Shifts
Traditionally, managers schedule shifts patterns based on expected workload and employee availability. However, assigning shifts weeks or months in ...
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Embracing automated payroll
Payroll management is not only time-consuming, but it also demands efficiency and attention to detail to ensure that individuals are paid correctly ...
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The power of integrated HR and payroll software
Are you considering combined HR & Payroll software for your business? You’re in the right place. This guide delves into how combining your human ...
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Rota planning and your business: How to plan a staff rota
Job flexibility is important for many employees, and mastering the art of rota planning can make a world of difference to your business operations, ...
![payroll software features Female business owner itting at a table with papers and coffee, working on her laptop utilizing essential payroll features](https://www.datocms-assets.com/23428/1718899071-essential-payroll-features.jpg?auto=compress)
Unlocking the essential components of great payroll software
Searching for the best payroll software for your business? It starts with knowing what features are non-negotiable. So, let’s break down the ...
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What is managed payroll?
When it comes to running a business, payroll is one of those things you have to do. And with that comes all the complexities that makeup what payroll ...
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Types of Leave
From sickness to professional development, there are various reasons why employees might request time out from work. While some leave types have to ...
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What is a staff rota?
As the famous American pioneer Benjamin Franklin once said, “For every minute spent organising, an hour is earned.” And it’s true—a carefully ...
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What is HR Software?
Managing a massive team of people isn’t straightforward. It’s something businesses have to dedicate enormous resources to achieving, including whole ...