HCM Buyer’s Guide
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The PayEscape HCM Buyer’s Guide, taken by our industry expert Steven Jones, is designed to simplify this journey. Drawing from years of experience and real-world insights, this guide provides a structured approach to evaluating HCM solutions, ensuring you make an informed choice that aligns with your business goals.

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 Human Capital Management Buyers Guide Index

Below, you’ll find an overview of each section, with links to the full content for deeper insights.

Introduction & Planning

Below, you’ll find an overview of each section, with links to the full content for deeper insights.

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  • HCM Features
  • ROI Considerations
  • Business Pains
  • Behavior Plan

HCM Core Components

Find out all you need to know on the essential elements that make up a comprehensive HCM system.

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  • HCM Cycle Overview
  • HCM Reporting
  • Compliance Data Security
  • Integration & System Considerations

HCM Functionality

Exploring the key features that drive workforce efficiency and engagement.

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  • Time & Attendance
  • Payroll
  • Access Control
  • Scheduling and workforce management
  • Recruitment and onboarding
  • Performance management and succession planning

Selecting an HCM Provider

Choosing the right provider is just as important as selecting the right software.

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  • Sales process and RFQ/RFP considerations
  • Sign off

Implementation & Success

Rolling out your HCM system smoothly and ensuring long-term success.

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  • Building an implementation team
  • Training
  • Budgeting and timeline considerations
  • Employee adoption and change management
  • Transitioning to Accountability: Change Management

Author Bio

Steven Jones, the HCM expert,  has spent over 20 years in the technology and business solutions industry.

“As a customer I felt fully supported, valued and confident that Timescape & Payescape were the right provider for our needs. I would have no trouble in recommending both services to friends, customers and suppliers. With their support all of our staff were paid and on time.”

Kelly Alison

“Customer service with Payescape is brilliant. All the staff are so helpful and efficient and provide a great service. I would recommend to anyone who isn't experienced in payroll, as it makes the payroll process very quick and easy.”

Viking Direct

“PayEscape are one of the best! Having used some of the many other payroll companies out there over the years, I can honestly say they are without a doubt one of the most attentive, helpful and inventive. There is always someone on hand to help and quickly get any issues resolved in good time!”

Yves Mathurin

“The move across was made easy with a dedicated team member to help with any queries and training. Customer support replies to queries quickly and the system is straightforward to use. It is so much better than our previous provider.”

Leatherhead

“Set up and onboarding was relatively easy with a great team always available to support and guide along the way. System is easy to navigate and use even for someone like me who has not previously had any experience of processing payroll”

Robert Baillie

“My experience with Payescape has been, and continues to be, outstanding. Having first used their services in a previous employment, Payescape were the 'goto' Payroll & HR provider for my new company. All the staff are knowledgeable, helpful and professional and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.”

Ann Harding

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