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UKG has been named the 2024 Global Payroll Supplier of the Year by the Global Payroll Association for its innovative UKG One View solution, which simplifies multi-country payroll processes for global organizations. The award highlights UKG'
Venture CapitalUK's CloudPay Secures $120M to Revolutionize Global Payroll with AI and Automation
CloudPay , a leading global payroll and payment solutions provider, has secured $120 million in funding led by Blue Owl Capital, with participation from existing investors Rho Capital Partners, The Olayan Group, and Hollyport Capital. This
Venture CapitalZipRecruiter Acquires People-Powered Job Comparison Site Breakroom
ZipRecruiter has acquired Breakroom, a UK-based employer review platform focused on frontline industries. ZipRecruiter plans to launch Breakroom in the U.S., providing job seekers with transparent insights on pay, work conditions, and cultu
Company NewsAdecco Group Reports Resilient Q2 2024 Performance Amid Market Challenges
The Adecco Group reported a Q2 2024 revenue of €5.84 billion , down 2% on an organic and trading days adjusted basis, reflecting market challenges. Despite a 5% drop in gross profit, cost savings measures helped maintain a stable EBITA marg
Product NewsNFP Launches Totalis Benefits - Life, Absence and Disability Expertise for Employers - and Welcomes Nate Schoedel to Lead It
NFP , an Aon company and a prominent broker and consultant in the insurance and benefits sector, has introduced Totalis Benefits, a new national employee benefits practice. Totalis Benefits will provide specialized expertise in life, absenc
Company NewsWorkday Transforms How Companies Hire and Manage Talent with New AI-Powered HR Solutions
Workday has announced the integration of HiredScore AI for Recruiting and Talent Mobility into its platform, aiming to boost recruiter productivity and streamline talent management. These AI enhancements will assist organizations in acceler
Venture CapitalWorkJam Announces $20 Million Investment from Export Development Canada to Expand International Operations
WorkJam , a global leader in digital frontline workplace solutions, has secured a $20 million investment from Export Development Canada to accelerate its growth in the EMEA region. This funding will support WorkJam's efforts to equip hourly
Company NewsUKG Names Jennifer Morgan as Chief Executive Officer
UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture solutions, has appointed Jennifer Morgan as its new CEO. Morgan, a former Co-CEO of SAP and a member of UKG's Board of Directors since 2021, succeeds Chris Todd, who
Venture CapitalPassionfruit Closes $9m Series A Funding to Scale its Platform for Independent Work
Passionfruit , a London-based start-up founded in 2022, has secured $9 million in Series-A funding from prominent investors, including Seaya, Firstminute, and Playfair Capital. The platform connects freelance workers with companies such as
Venture CapitalCultureAI Secures $10M to Transform Human Risk Management in Cybersecurity
CultureAI, a leading Human Risk Management Platform, secured $10 million in Series A funding led by Mercia Ventures and Smedvig Ventures, with continued support from Passion Capital and Senovo. Despite extensive investments in security trai
EarningsManpowerGroup Q2 2024: Navigating Challenges, Showcasing Resilience with $4.5B in Revenues
ManpowerGroup reported its Q2 2024 results, revealing a 7% year-over-year decline in revenues to $4.5 billion, affected by a challenging environment in North America and Europe, yet solid demand in Latin America and the Asia-Pacific. The co
Product NewsLattice to Become the First Company to Introduce Digital Worker Employee Records
Lattice has made a groundbreaking announcement as the first company to introduce official employee records for digital workers. Recognizing the profound impact of AI on the global workforce, Lattice aims to ensure transparent and accountabl
Product NewsZappyhire Launches ZappyVue: Revolutionizing US Talent Acquisition with Automated Video Interviewing
Zappyhire , a leading provider of AI-powered recruitment automation software, has launched ZappyVue in the US. This innovative automated video interviewing platform aims to revolutionize talent acquisition by enhancing the efficiency of scr
Venture CapitalTokyo's HR Tech Leader SmartHR Secures $140 Million Series E Funding
KKR and Teachers' Venture Growth (TVG) have announced a $140 million Series E investment in SmartHR , a leading cloud-native human resources management platform in Japan. This funding will drive SmartHR's growth, including new solution deve
Company NewsUKG: 27.5 Million Employed Americans Plan to Miss Work to Watch 2024 Summer Olympics
The UKG Workforce Institute survey reveals that the 2024 Summer Olympics could significantly impact workplace productivity in America. Over 27.5 million employed Americans plan to miss work to watch the games, with various forms of absentee
Product NewsLattice Adds Payroll, Powering Strategic Pay Cycles for High-Growth Companies
Lattice, a leading people platform, has announced the launch of Lattice Payroll, an end-to-end payroll solution integrated into its HRIS and Talent Suite. This solution aims to help mid-sized and growing companies streamline payroll process
Product NewsCulture Amp Introduces People Analytics
Culture Amp , a leader in employee experience platforms, announces the launch of its new People Analytics product, available from June 30, 2024. This innovative solution, following the acquisition of Orgnostic, integrates with Culture Amp's
Product NewsHubStar Launches H2O, a Revolutionary New Approach to Optimizing Occupancy in the Hybrid Workplace
HubStar has launched H2O, the first hybrid occupancy platform designed to enhance in-person connections, collaboration, and employee experiences while minimizing costs and carbon emissions. H2O integrates workplace experience, intelligence,
Venture CapitalNomad Health Lands $22 Million Investment: A New Era Under CEO Justin Lambert
Nomad Health , a leading digital marketplace for healthcare jobs, has successfully raised $22 million in a funding round led by HealthQuest Capital with participation from several notable firms. With this investment, Nomad Health has also a
Venture CapitalMercer to Acquire Cardano
Mercer, a Marsh McLennan business, announced its agreement to acquire Cardano, a UK and Netherlands-based long-term savings specialist with approximately $66 billion in managed assets. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance Mercer's cap
ColumnBroad Market Reach, Customers Expanding UKG Investments Fuel Second-Quarter Fiscal 2024 Momentum
UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture solutions for all people, today provided a business update for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, ending March 31, 2024. “We continue to see strong demand for UKG so
Product NewsSage Intacct unveils new updates to advance productivity and control for SMBs
New features streamline operations, from AI-powered timesheets to advanced financial controls, ensuring smoother workflows and compliance TORONTO, May 29, 2024- Sage , the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for smal
ColumnWorkday's Q1 FY2025: A Surge in Revenues and AI-Driven Growth
Workday, Inc. reported impressive fiscal 2025 first-quarter results, showcasing strong revenue growth and significant improvements in profitability. Total revenues reached $1.990 billion, an 18.1% year-over-year increase, while subscription
ColumnhireEZ Partners With Leading Job Boards, Introduces 'Sourcing Hub' Feature
hireEZ has introduced Sourcing Hub, a new platform feature providing direct access to candidate profiles from job boards like Monster, Resume-Library, and CV-Library. This innovation integrates active talent from these job boards with hireE
ColumnFast-Growing 250-Employee Business Decreases Payroll Processes up to 75% with UKG Ready
UKG, a leader in HR and payroll solutions, has enabled Purple Wave Auction to streamline operations and enhance employee experience using the UKG Ready suite. The rapidly growing online equipment auction marketplace, with 250 employees, has
Product NewsHarri Announces Product Innovation Designed to Propel the Frontline Employee Experience and Restaurant Profitability
Harri , a leading Frontline Employee Experience platform, has announced its latest product release, featuring 70 new features and updates designed to enhance the efficiency and engagement of hospitality organizations. The Summer 2024 Releas
Venture CapitalAnthropos raises $2.7M to help companies build the workforce of the future using AI
Anthropos , a startup with offices in the US and Switzerland, has raised $2.7 million in pre-seed funding to address the pressing issues of talent shortage and skills development. The platform, founded by Stefano Bellasio and Giacomo Marina
Company NewsUKG to Transform Payroll Reporting with Generative AI
UKG announced at the 42nd annual Payroll Congress Convention and Expo the enhancement of payroll reporting with generative AI, termed GenAI, in its UKG Pro suite. This development introduces conversational AI capabilities, allowing payroll
EarningsHeidrick & Struggles Reports Strong Q1 2024 Earnings, with Strategic Acquisitions Boosting Growth
Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. reported an 11% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue, totaling $265.2 million for Q1 2024. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share. Despite the acquisitions of
Venture CapitalUK-based startup Tangent Gains $1.1M Pre-Seed Funding to Enhance Social Mobility in Tech Sector
Tangent , a UK-based startup co-founded by LinkedIn and EE alumni Gary Izunwa and Joe Adams, has secured $1.1 million in pre-seed funding to support social mobility within the tech sector. The company's innovative platform facilitates emplo
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