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Automating payroll tasks , to avoid professionals crunching numbers and managing spreadsheets , is key to Digital Transformation and creating a positive experience for your people . And when integrated with the full HR suite , such as talent , workforce management and expenses , businesses can obtain one version of the truth to guide strategic decisions . Yet we found in our research that only 9.4 % of UK businesses have implemented a fully automated , digitalised and / or integrated HR and payroll process or system .
New tools to cope with modern challenges – and those yet to come
For the next few months , most organisations will be navigating the tricky challenge of bringing employees back to the office while COVID-19 remains in circulation .
While some will relish the opportunity to spend time back in the workplace re-connecting with colleagues , many will enjoy some of their newfound flexibility and look forward to a life with less time spent commuting .
To offer flexible options , companies need to first accommodate the return to the office in the right way – so that options are there for the workforce who want to return to central physical spaces . Our research found that health is a top concern and well over half ( 57.7 %) of employers have started or are planning to start new welfare and health initiatives .
Transformation in the office is also key . Over half ( 55.5 %) of employers are on the road towards the digitalisation of human resource management , recognising the benefits of improved efficiency and productivity and having improved insights into people data to ensure employee wellbeing .
To contact trace effectively , you must ensure you have a clear view of all employees present at any given time , either through a physical register or a desk-booking system . immediately available to automatically create a list of possible contacts who were also in the office during the period in question .
Such a tool can help with more physical requirements , too . As soon as it is possible to return to the office , controlling maximum occupancy will be important to reduce the risk of a spread in infection and ensure employees feel safe .
Understanding how your employees use your spaces – by gathering data automatically using your integrated digital tool – will help you deliver the best experience .
What does the future hold for HR ?
In the coming months and years , much remains uncertain – but more change is guaranteed .
For businesses and workforces managing the intricacies of people management as our working lives become ever more fluid and flexible , a strong foundation of HR and payroll management will be crucial .
New digital systems that reduce the need for mundane administrative tasks while providing access to rich and up-to-date data can prove to be vital tools , meeting unforeseeable challenges while also making the company more efficient .
Cathy Geerts , Chief Human Resources Officer , SD Worx
THIS IS BECAUSE LEGACY SYSTEMS OFTEN SIT IN SILOS , LEADING TO A POOR EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE AS EMPLOYEES NEED TO MANAGE SEVERAL SEPARATE SYSTEMS AND LOG-INS .
Again , this points to the usefulness of a single , integrated and digital HR application that your employees can use to manage their daily requirements – and that management can use to respond to risks and emergencies . Should someone fall ill , all the information is
This leaves HR and payroll professionals with time to focus on what is most important – ensuring employees are happy , healthy and engaged as we meet the challenges and make the most of new opportunities in our changing world of work . x www . intelligentcxo . com
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