3 trends to look out for when advising your clients on the most effective HRIS

HRIS advisors and consultants are tasked with staying up to date with the latest and greatest HR software. The problem is, this can be tough and time consuming.  With so much noise out there about AI/tech stacks combinations it is not easy pin pointing the perfect solution for different business needs. So what really matters? What does the future of HR hold? What do consultants need to stay on top of? And what features are most important? In this blog, we’ll explore three key HR trends that are transforming the way human resources teams operate. Whether your clients are looking to streamline recruitment, enhance employee engagement, or leverage data for smarter decision-making, these trends will help you stay at the forefront of modern HR practices and drive meaningful change for your clients. Let’s dive into the strategies that can help you to transform your clients businesses, allowing them to focus on the work they are passionate about, without worrying about HR processes. 

AI

AI has become a bit of a buzzword throughout 2024, but don’t let this fool you into thinking it isn’t legitimately helpful. The developments in AI and automation have made it an invaluable tool for any SME to embed into their workplace – our job is to make it as simple as possible for anyone to use it! The evolution of AI has made it the perfect option for ramping up HR processes, which is why we think it’s going to be essential for the future of HR. In fact, according to our Future of Payroll Report, 82% of respondents expressed a desire to leverage AI and automation.  So what will your clients benefit from most with Employment Hero?

Improved data analysis

The Employment Hero platform offers a variety of data driven reports that can benefit SMEs, such as: 

• Leave reporting
• Time and attendance reporting
• Compliance reporting
• Workforce reporting
• Performance reporting

These reports enable SMEs to make informed decisions based on specific insights generated from their business. Not only does effective data analysis reduce human error and streamline complex reporting processes, but it also saves time and helps to more accurately plan for future demand. 

Streamlining HR processes

The Employment Hero platform is already able to reduce the time HR professionals spend on time consuming tasks, such as payroll, leave management and rota management. The benefit of this type of technology is that it allows SMEs to focus on more strategic initiatives. 

Generative AI

Generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, are still in their infancy, but we think that they can eventually be useful tools for even the smallest of companies Some tasks generative AI could help with are: 

• Writing first drafts of job descriptions
• Enhancing copy you have written/ social media content ideas 
• Offering interview questions based on expected knowledge
• Writing forms, letters, and emails
• You can even ask them to help you write AI search queries

Simplified Compliance

Arguably one of the most challenging elements of a HR professionals job is compliance. It is essential for firms to comply with rules and regulations. Unfortunately, this is often complicated and requires continuous attention. Compliance is a headache, and our goal is to make it as easy as possible for SMEs. This is especially true with The Employment Rights Bill, and all the changes to employment law we have seen in 2024.  It is likely that HRIS will increasingly simplify and automate compliance tracking, with the goal of helping organisations stay ahead of labour laws and regulations, and reduce the risk of fines and penalties for non-compliance. How we tackle this with our software is through:

• Alerts to remind HR professionals of upcoming audits and deadlines
• Monitoring for employment law changes
• Messages to remind employees to update their information
• Self-service resources, such as FAQ’s and knowledge bases

Making HRIS more user friendly 

A user-friendly HRIS is no longer a “nice to have”, but instead a non-negotiable, and another key trend for the future of HR. HR professionals and business owners are time poor, and it is essential for any platform they utilise to be effective and simple to use without hours of training.  Some of the key ways we see HR platforms evolving to become more user-friendly are: 

Low-code, no code (LCNC)

The future of HR is LCNC platforms; LCNC stands for low-code, no-code and refers to tools that allow for development or deployment of the application without the need for coding knowledge. This gives the power back to the user and allows them to customise their HR solutions to suit their own needs.  We think the time for clunky, hard to navigate spreadsheets is out, and simple, efficient workflows are in! LCNC will empower HR departments to conduct their day-to-day duties, without the extra faff. 

Integrated platforms

With HR professionals becoming responsible for more than just one singular function, there is a growing demand for integrated systems. In the past, businesses were required to purchase one tool per function, for example, one for HR and one for payroll. Not only does this get costly, but it is inefficient.  We are beginning to see more integrated platforms, such as tools that can handle both HR and payroll. Employment Hero is an all-in-one-solution managing HR, hiring, and payroll. 

Mobile compatible HRIS

Mobile compatibility means that the platform in question was designed with mobile users in mind.  Why is this important?  Well, we are seeing an increasing number of users opting to access HR systems on their phones or tablets, instead of their desktop. Moving forward, mobile compatible platforms will increase to support this move towards mobile usage.  This shift is not only designed to make the lives of employees easier, but also HR professionals. It will mean that everyone can get access to HRIS features on their smartphone, allowing employees to record time worked, make time off requests and sign documents without having to turn on their computer. HR professionals will also benefit from this, making it easier to work whilst travelling, working remotely or out of the office. 

Making the most of Employment Hero

Employment Hero is the world’s first Employment OS (operating system) built to improve the lives of HR professionals, payroll professionals and business owners. Help your clients thrive with our all-in-one integrated system.  Become a partner and learn more about our platform, and how it can benefit your clients today!