Human Resources
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7 Warning Signs of an Unhappy Employee
Key takeaways What are the signs of an unhappy employee? Many factors could cause disgruntled employees. Some are organizational — they’re dissatisfied with the workload, the pay, or the company culture. Others are personal — their home life situation changed, or they have health concerns. And still others could be a mixture of both, resulting…
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Onboarding Rethought: Why Your Company Should Preboard New Hires
What is preboarding? Preboarding is the employee life cycle phase that starts when a new hire accepts a job offer and transitions to onboarding on the employee’s first day. The preboarding process involves a range of various administrative tasks and engagement activities that generate enthusiasm and help new hires feel more comfortable in their new…
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Gusto vs Zenefits
Key takeaways Gusto vs Zenefits: Which is better? Gusto and TriNet Zenefits are two of the most popular HR software platforms for small and medium-sized businesses. They’re not too complex for small teams to manage, and they both balance functionality and cost. However, each one stands out for different reasons — Gusto for its payroll…
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Top 5 Zenefits Alternatives & Competitors
TriNet Zenefits is one of the best human resources (HR) software for small businesses to scale up their HR functions efficiently. However, companies that want full-service payroll, robust reporting, native recruiting tools, and performance management might want to switch from Zenefits or compare it to alternatives. If none of the Zenefits’ competitors presented here seem…
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Rippling vs Gusto
Key takeaways: Also read: HRIS vs HRMS vs HCM: What Is the Difference? Rippling vs Gusto: Which is better? The better overall pick is Rippling. Rippling’s more extensive product portfolio enables companies to do more over a longer period of time. So, unless your business is in an industry where it will reach maturity at…
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Top 26 HR Metrics to Track
Human resource (HR) metrics are a necessary starting point for assessing the health of the current workforce and ways the company manages its people. Beyond that, however, HR metrics drive the visions and goals for strategic human resource management by aligning HR processes and people management with business goals. With so many different metrics an…
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HRIS Implementation Guide: The Steps for Success
A human resources information system (HRIS) is an increasingly necessary tool to run an effective business. It serves as a database for personnel records and aids businesses in streamlining core business operations, such as payroll and benefits, with overarching company objectives, such as talent development and employee satisfaction. Nowadays, running a business without an HRIS…
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What is Expense Management?
What is expense management? Expense management involves planning for, paying, tracking, reporting, and reimbursing business expenses. These may include recurring expenses necessary to keep facilities running and teams operating effectively. They may also include discretionary spending on things like employee perks, engagement activities, and travel. In most cases, an employee incurs an expense that is…
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Employee Relocation Policy 101
Key takeaways: Global payroll solutions can help you pay and manage employees in different states and abroad — check out our top picks in our video below: What is a relocation policy? A relocation policy outlines the processes for moving a new or current employee from one location to another. Companies typically move their employees…
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How to Conduct a Skills Gap Analysis
Key takeaways How to conduct a skills gap analysis in 6 steps A skills gap analysis reveals talent deficiencies in your company that lead to stagnation, lack of innovation, and burnout. Based on the analysis results, you can take appropriate steps, such as upskilling, reskilling, or recruiting, to remain competitive and adapt to the changing…
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Why Is Performance Management So Important?
Key takeaways: Ready to jumpstart your company’s performance management program? Start by browsing software solutions in our Performance Management Software Guide. What are the benefits of performance management? A well-designed performance management program offers benefits for employees, managers, and the organization at large. In particular, performance management: Creates opportunities for 360-degree feedback Compared to traditional…
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Employee Bonuses 101: Everything You Need to Know
Key takeaways: Explore solutions that can help you manage your total compensation strategy in our payroll, performance management, and employee engagement software guides. What are the types of employee bonuses? There are several types of bonus structures that benefit and motivate employees in different ways: 1. Non-discretionary bonus Non-discretionary bonuses are outlined in the employment…
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Top 6 ADP Vendor Competitors & Alternatives
ADP is one of the world’s largest providers of payroll and HR software, but it may not be the best option for your business. We’ve reviewed the top ADP alternatives on the market and narrowed it down to the best of the best: Top ADP Alternatives ADP’s strengths as a payroll software solution are hard…
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Navigating Injuries in the Workplace
Despite employers’ best efforts to protect their employees from workplace injuries, it’s impossible to prepare for every scenario that might put a worker at risk. Accidents can happen to anyone at any time, and there are numerous ways an employer may be liable, even if the injury doesn’t happen on company property. When preventative measures…
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Employer’s Guide to Drug Testing in the Workplace
Before starting a workplace drug testing program, employers must be mindful of federal and state laws and employees’ civil liberties.