Dayforce HR / HCM core
Unified employee record and self-service on a single data model.
Core HRSelf-servicePosition managementAnalytics
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✓ Verified profile · 2026-08-22
Dayforce
Dayforce, Inc. (NYSE/TSX: DAY; rebranded from Ceridian in 2024) is a global human capital management vendor whose flagship single-application platform unifies HR, global payroll, workforce management, talent, benefits and people analytics on a continuous-calculation data model, complemented by Dayforce Wallet on-demand pay.
Toronto, Ontario; Minneapolis, MinnesotaFounded 19925001-10000 employees
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Legal nameDayforce
Founded1992
FoundersDavid Ossip
HQToronto, Ontario; Minneapolis, Minnesota
Employees5001-10000
ChannelsLinkedIn
Decision snapshot
Facts, vendor evidence and marketplace signals are labeled separately · verified 2026-08-22Best for
Mid-to-large and global enterprises that want one system for HR, payroll and workforce management.
Strong when
Complex or global payroll and shift-based workforce needs benefit from continuous real-time payroll calculation on a single data model.
Validate before buying
Pricing is quote-based; breadth means implementation is a project, and review scores vary by platform, so fit versus simpler point tools should be validated.
Live customers6,876
On the Dayforce platform as of Dec 31, 2024, up 7.6% year over year
Dayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)Employees on platform7.62M
Global employees live as of Dec 31, 2024
Dayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)Gross revenue retention98.0%
Dayforce annual gross revenue retention for FY2024
Dayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)Who should evaluate Dayforce?
Employee size
Mid-marketLarge enterpriseGlobal enterprise
Operating context
RetailManufacturing and distributionHealthcareFinancial servicesProfessional servicesAviation
Regions
North AmericaGlobal via Dayforce Global Payroll
Primary use cases
Payroll consolidationWorkforce scheduling and timeTalent lifecycle managementBenefits administrationOn-demand pay
Product portfolio
A portfolio vendor — compare the product and package that matches your workforce, not the company name alone.
Global Payroll
Continuous real-time payroll calculation across countries on the Dayforce platform.
Real-time gross-to-netTax complianceMulti-country paySingle data model
Dayforce global payrollWorkforce Management
Time, attendance and scheduling for shift-based and hourly workforces.
SchedulingTime trackingTime clocksLabor compliance
Dayforce workforce managementTalent and benefits
Recruiting, onboarding, performance and learning plus benefits administration.
Recruiting (ATS)OnboardingPerformanceLearningBenefits enrollment
Dayforce official websiteDayforce Wallet
On-demand pay extension of Dayforce Payroll giving access to earned wages before payday.
Earned-wage accessEarly direct depositPrepaid card
Dayforce WalletCore capabilities
Core HRGlobal payrollOn-demand payTime and attendanceSchedulingBenefits administrationRecruiting and onboardingPerformance and learningPeople analyticsOpen API integrations
Where Dayforce is strong
Single unified data model
HR, payroll, workforce management and talent share one continuous-calculation data model.
Dayforce global payrollStrong customer retention
Dayforce reported 98.0% annual gross revenue retention for FY2024.
Dayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)Included on-demand pay
Dayforce Wallet provides earned-wage access as an extension of Dayforce Payroll.
Dayforce WalletWhat buyers should validate
Quote-based pricing
Pricing is not public and requires sales engagement.
Dayforce official websiteImplementation is a project
The platform's breadth means deployment is a program supported by a partner network rather than plug-and-play.
Dayforce software and technology partnersRatings vary by source
Third-party review scores vary; validate fit versus simpler point solutions.
G2: Dayforce reviewsCommercial & implementation
Pricing modelCustom and quote-based; not publicly listedDayforce official website
Public companyNYSE/TSX: DAYDayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)
Integrations
Open APIs and iPaaS
Open APIs plus import/export, OData and iPaaS support for third-party integration.
Dayforce software and technology partnersSoftware Partner Program
Partners build and deploy integrations and solution extensions on Dayforce.
Dayforce software and technology partnersSecurity & compliance
ISO and SOC 2 Type II
Dayforce states it maintains certifications and attestations including ISO and SOC 2 Type II, with reports available via its customer due-diligence portal.
Dayforce information securityCustomer evidence
Outcomes reported in the vendor's customer stories — treat as vendor-supplied case-study evidence.
Unified time and pay
The bike-share operator deployed Dayforce for unified time and pay with app-based clock in and out.
Vendor case study reports a 33% reduction in time to commit payroll and time saved per shift.Dayforce customer story: MotivateVendor-commissioned ROI study
A Dayforce-commissioned Forrester study modeled a composite customer.
Vendor-commissioned study reports 176% ROI and $6.8M NPV over three years.Dayforce Forrester Total Economic Impact studyCommon alternatives
A shortlist starting point; the right comparison depends on size, geography and the exact product.
Methodology
Company facts, product claims, customer evidence and independent marketplace signals are separated. Time-sensitive data is a dated snapshot. Review all sources →
Latest Dayforce coverage
View all →Oct 20, 2026Implementing Dayforce as the HCM Platform For the Americas
Brother International, the global home and office equipment manufacturer, partnered with HR technology consultancy HRchitect to implement Dayforce as its unified HCM platform across the Americas. HRchitect led the US and Canada rollout — covering modules including Payroll, Time, Benefits, Learning, Onboarding, and Succession Planning — while Dayforce directly managed the Latin American implementation, integrating with local payroll providers. The engagement replaced a fragmented multi-instance HCM environment that required manual cross-country data consolidation.
Oct 20, 2026Implementing Dayforce as the HCM Platform For the AmericasBrother International, a global manufacturer with over 2,000 employees in the Americas, deployed Dayforce as its unified HCM platform across the US, Canada, and Latin America, replacing fragmented country-level systems, according to HRchitect. Consulting firm HRchitect led the US and Canada implementation, covering payroll, time, compensation, learning, benefits, onboarding, and succession planning modules.
Oct 13, 2026The Ultimate Guide to Implementing DayforceHRchitect has released a practitioner-focused implementation guide for Dayforce HCM, covering six phases from defining organizational goals through post-go-live expectations. The guide, available as a downloadable resource, is positioned to help HR teams maximize the platform's value for their specific business needs.
Oct 13, 2026The Ultimate Guide to Implementing DayforceHRchitect has published a practical implementation guide for Dayforce, covering topics from requirements gathering to post-go-live expectations — though the piece reads as promotional content for the consulting firm rather than a concrete product or market development.
Sep 19, 2026HR Path Strengthens Its Dayforce Capabilities in the UK & Ireland with the Acquisition of ModusForce - PR NewswireHR Path has acquired ModusForce, a UK & Ireland-based specialist in Dayforce (Ceridian) HCM implementation and consultancy. The move deepens HR Path's regional delivery capabilities for Dayforce as demand for the platform grows across British and Irish enterprises. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Sep 17, 2026HR Path acquires UK Dayforce consultancy ModusForce to expand HCM capabilities in the UK & IrelandThe deal adds ModusForce's Dayforce, payroll and workforce-management expertise as HR Path builds out its Dayforce practice across the UK and Ireland. Terms were not disclosed.
Sources & verification
Verified 2026-08-22. Source type is shown so buyers can distinguish official, regulatory, marketplace and legacy evidence.
- officialDayforce official website
- officialDayforce global payroll
- officialDayforce workforce management
- officialDayforce Wallet
- officialDayforce information security
- officialDayforce software and technology partners
- officialDayforce customer story: Motivate
- officialDayforce Forrester Total Economic Impact study
- regulatoryDayforce Q4 and FY2024 results (SEC 8-K)
- marketplaceG2: Dayforce reviews
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founders · executives- David OssipChair & CEO
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What does Dayforce do?
Dayforce, Inc. (NYSE/TSX: DAY; rebranded from Ceridian in 2024) is a global human capital management vendor whose flagship single-application platform unifies HR, global payroll, workforce management, talent, benefits and people analytics on a continuous-calculation data model, complemented by Dayforce Wallet on-deman…
Where is Dayforce headquartered?
Dayforce is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario; Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
When was Dayforce founded?
Dayforce was founded in 1992.
Who founded Dayforce?
Dayforce was founded by David Ossip.
How many employees does Dayforce have?
Dayforce has 5001-10000 employees.
What kind of HR technology is Dayforce?
Dayforce is categorized under HCM, Succession Plan on DHRMap.
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