Payroll Systems stories
Paying one person is simple. Paying many is harder. Complying with legal requirements including minimum wage, allocations of leave and other benefits, and deductions of taxes, Kiwisaver and other fees, is very difficult at scale. In its simplest form, Payroll systems and tools helps human resources professionals manages and often automate payments to employees. Additional features include legal compliance with applicable employment and tax laws, which often vary by jurisdiction.
Compliance gaps threaten global hiring for AI talent
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data protection
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risk & compliance
Compliance gaps are forcing firms to forfeit scarce AI talent, as most global hirers admit exposure to cross-border tax and labour risks.
EarnIn tops 1m Live Pay uses as real-time wages grow
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payment technologies
EarnIn says US workers have made over 1m Live Pay transactions since July 2025, underscoring rising demand for real-time access to wages.
UKG, HR Crowd partner on SAP SuccessFactors WFM rollouts
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
UKG partners with HR Crowd to deliver SAP SuccessFactors-aligned workforce management for complex, highly regulated employers in ANZ.
FENZ adopts Workday to enhance HR & streamline payroll systems
Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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hcm
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payroll systems
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has adopted Workday HCM to unify workforce management, streamline payroll, and enhance operations for staff and volunteers nationwide.
Donorbees launches to simplify payroll giving for New Zealanders
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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payroll systems
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Donorbees launches a New Zealand payroll giving platform, simplifying donations through employers and offering users a digital wallet to support 32 charities.
Fitness & Lifestyle Group modernises HR & finance with Workday
Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Fitness & Lifestyle Group adopts Workday to streamline HR and finance across 330 clubs in Asia Pacific, supporting growth and over 6,000 staff members.
Deel launches AI Workforce to streamline global HR & payroll
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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hybrid & remote work
Deel launches AI Workforce, offering seven AI agents to automate HR and payroll tasks across 150+ countries, easing understaffing pressures globally.
Rewiring HR: How technology and AI are redefining the HR function
Wed, 21st May 2025
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partner programmes
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ai
Technology and AI are transforming HR in 2025, shifting it from a back-office role to a strategic function vital for organisational success.
New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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healthtech
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licensing
New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid employment law reforms, easing compliance with Leave Act updates, grievance rules, and safety regulations.
Deel secures significant $300 million from new investors
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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saas
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hcm
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payroll systems
Deel has secured nearly $300 million from new anchor investors, pushing its annual run-rate to $800 million, a 70% year-on-year growth.
Fergus & Smartly partner to simplify NZ trades' payroll
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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hcm
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payroll systems
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overtime
Fergus joins forces with Smartly to offer New Zealand tradespeople seamless payroll solutions at no extra cost, easing administrative work and enhancing workflow efficiency.
Deel announces integration with SAP to streamline HR & payroll
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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sap
Deel partners with SAP to synchronise HR and payroll systems, enhancing data integration and decision-making for businesses through a unified platform.
Brands & AI gear up for Olympics spotlight & challenges
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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cx
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martech
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hcm
Brands worldwide prepare to leverage the 2024 Summer Olympics' extensive visibility, with 41% of US adults poised to follow closely.
Deputy launches Shift Pulse+ to boost worker engagement & insight
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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hcm
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digital engagement
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payroll systems
Deputy boosts HR suite with Shift Pulse+ upgrade, enhancing employee engagement and sentiment insights to tackle staffing and retention challenges.
Access Group launches AI-enhanced HR software Access Evo
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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hcm
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data privacy
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Access Group unveils Access Evo, a unified AI-powered software aiming to streamline HR processes and reduce operational inefficiencies for HR professionals.
David Galloreese joins Datadog as new Chief People Officer
Sat, 6th Jul 2024
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siem
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Datadog has appointed David Galloreese as its new Chief People Officer, bringing over 15 years of HR experience from top firms to boost its growth.
Why the future for chief financial officers is no longer just about numbers
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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robots
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digital transformation
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hcm
CFO roles have evolved from mere number crunching to strategic planning, digital innovation, and driving sustainability, per SAP Concur's CFO Insights report.
Logpoint appoints Hemmingsen as SVP of people & culture
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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siem
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hcm
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cybersecurity
Logpoint appoints Gitte Hemmingsen as SVP of People and Culture, aiming to boost workforce engagement and attract top cybersecurity talent under new CEO Mikkel Drucker.
Why specialised AI is crucial to digital transformation
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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hcm
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genai
Specialised AI is essential for digital transformation, delivering precision, efficiency, and cost savings. RSM Australia reports $4.2 million in savings from AI-powered automation.
Workhuman reveals new Admin Hub features to boost programme management
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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devops
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hcm
Workhuman introduces advanced features to its Admin Hub to enhance programme management, offering improved reporting, data accessibility, and customisation for HR leaders.