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Technology and AI
Look before you leap: Choosing the right tools for cross-functional success across payroll, human resources and finance
To streamline processes, limit redundancies and find efficiencies, many organizations turn to integrated software systems as a solution to align operations across payroll, human resources and finance departments. However, selecting the right system is not an easy process and requires thorough research and planning. Whether organizations are looking to adopt a new system or replace […]
Share the wealth: Leveraging shared metrics across payroll, human resources and finance to make better data-driven decisions
Few areas of an organization collect as much data as payroll, human resources and finance. Given the sheer number of daily interactions with employees, it’s no surprise that organizations that take the time to collect, analyze and share metrics can benefit immensely. However, these opportunities are often missed due to competing priorities, siloed working styles […]

Red light, green light: Understanding AI and automation at the intersection of payroll, human resources and finance
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation forces many organizations to remain in a constant state of research and analysis. Sometimes it can feel like every new approach becomes outdated as soon as it’s adopted into an organization. However, there is no denying that AI and automation can save time, energy and resources […]

AI has promise to reshape payroll, but it still needs human oversight
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping work across almost every industry — automating tasks with promises of increased efficiency in areas that just a few years ago seemed unthinkable. In the world of payroll, the integration of AI has the potential to streamline time-consuming tasks, reduce errors, and allow more focus on strategic decision-making. However, navigating […]
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Professional Skills and Development
Embracing the calm before the storm: How HCM professionals can get ahead of year-end challenges

Professional Skills and Development
Shareholders almost always approve ‘Say on Pay’ votes – but that doesn’t make them meaningless

Supporting Employees Through Financial Stress: How HCM Can Help Tackle Money Worries in 2025
As we head into 2025, financial worries are affecting many employees. For HCM professionals, understanding what’s causing financial stress and implementing supportive measures can help create a workplace that takes the pressure off employees and builds a more resilient team. The Financial Landscape: What Employees Are Worried About As We Head Into 2025 1. Economic […]
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Post-Covid Employee Benefits Program Redesigns
Join the discussion about the latest employee benefits programs and how they changed after the COVID pandemic. Discover what employees are demanding and how employers can offer creative and competitive benefits programs!

6 Essential Skills Every Payroll Professional Should Have
Payroll professionals have a critical role within organizations as they are responsible for ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time. This is not an easy job and requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities. Here are the six main skills every payroll professional should have for a […]

10 Payroll Professionals Share the Crucial Skills You Need to Excel
Payroll professionals must master essential payroll skills to ensure employees receive accurate and timely pay while maintaining compliance with ever-changing regulations. As payroll administration becomes more complex with evolving laws and technologies, having the right expertise is crucial for success. To gain expert insights, we asked members of the HCM Dialogue community to share the […]

Pay transparency is coming. Are you ready to lead the way?
Over the past few years, pay transparency has gained momentum. With B.C.’s Pay Transparency Act breaking the ice in 2023 and other provincial and national initiatives in various stages of rollout, it’s no wonder that people are talking about it. Pay transparency is one of many factors impacting overall trust within an organization, and human […]

Use it or lose it: Dealing with leftover vacation days as year-end approaches
Unused vacation days can pile up like those tangled holiday lights you just pulled out of the dusty box in the recesses of the attic — ignored for too long and suddenly a mess that needs to be untangled by a specific date. For employers, the countdown to Dec. 31 often brings the challenge of […]