Canadian HR Software Features and Benefits

An HRMS is an online HR software that acts as your all-in-one digital filing cabinet and HR assistant. It replaces paperwork, scattered files, and email threads with a secure, cloud-based system. Accessible from anywhere, it eliminates repetive task, saves time, reduces errors, and significantly cuts down on administrative costs. 

What does it include? 

Features for Administrators

The following are tasks HR administrators already handle— an HRMS simply lets you do them with enhanced efficiency, reduced manual work, less errors, and better compliance management. 

  • Centralized Employee Data:
    Easily manage all employee records in one place, including relevant documents and training. 
  • Employee Signatures:
    Get all required documents signed by employees. 
  • Time Off Management:
    Track and approve vacation, sick days, and other leaves seamlessly. Configurable vacation, sick leave, and other time-off policies + automated accrual calculations.
  • Recruitment Tools:
    Post job openings, manage candidates, conduct reference checks, present offer letters, and streamline the hiring process.
  • Onboarding and Offboarding:
    Simplify transitions with automated checklists, signatures, and workflows.
  • Performance Management:
    Facilitate goal-setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
  • Surveys and Feedback:
    Collect and analyze employee feedback through surveys to improve engagement.
  • Announcements:
    Share company-wide updates and announcements through the platform.
  • Compliance Tracking:
    Stay up-to-date with employment laws and regulations.
  • Custom Reporting:
    Generate insights with customizable reports for data-driven decisions.
  • Document Management:
    Store and organize important documents and policies securely in one system.
  • Org Chart: 
    Seamlessly create an automated org chart.

Optional: 

  • Streamlined Payroll:
    Automate payroll calculations, tax filings, and direct deposits, minimizing errors.
  • Benefits Administration:
    Manage benefits enrollment and tracking with ease.

Features for Employees/Managers

The following functions are already accessed by your employees and managers. However, instead of dealing with scattered, outdated or hard-to-find information, this platform brings everything together in  user-friendly self serve portal. 

  • Employee Data:
    Access/update personal data, time-off balances, pay stubs, tax forms, and benefits details anytime.
  • Time Off Requests:
    Submit and track vacation, sick leave, or other requests with transparency.
  • Streamlined Communication:
    Stay informed with announcements and updates from HR and leadership.
  • Onboarding Experience:
    Seamlessly complete onboarding tasks with clear guidance and minimal hassle.
  • Recruiting Transparency:
    Track the status of applications (for internal hires) or refer candidates.
  • Performance Reviews:
    Engage in regular feedback cycles with clear expectations and documentation.
  • Employee Directory:
    Access the company org chart and a searchable directory for contact information of colleagues.
  • Surveys:
    Participate in company surveys to share feedback and influence workplace decisions.
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