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HR Tools

Optimize your human resources processes with high-quality HR software solutions. From HRIS and time and attendance software recommendations to our picks for the best professional employer organizations and HR outsourcing partners, these highly rated HR tools will revolutionize how you manage your human capital.

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Time Doctor Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 20, 2026
Time Doctor boosts productivity by 22% with features like task tracking, distraction alerts, and screen recording but lacks phone support and GPS tracking.
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TriNet HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 14, 2026
TriNet is a digital human resources (HR) solution for small and midsize businesses, and its features make it especially useful for startups.
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How PEOs Are Behind Companies With the Best Benefits
By Skye Schooley | July 14, 2026
Want happy employees? Learn how working with a PEO can help you provide them with the best perks and benefits.
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TriNet vs. ADP Comparison
By Skye Schooley | July 14, 2026
The right HR solution can simplify your small business's HR processes. Here's how TriNet's and ADP's HR solutions compare.
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Veriato Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 10, 2026
Veriato provides AI-based technology for employee monitoring and company security for companies and organizations. This review offers pros, cons and pricing.
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What Is an Administrative Services Organization (ASO)?
By Matt D’Angelo | July 08, 2026
If you’re searching for HR outsourcing services, an ASO can provide great benefits in a flexible service model.
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Bambee HR Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 08, 2026
As an HRO solution with payroll software, Bambee is a great resource for tackling risk mitigation and other HR matters. See a detailed pricing breakdown.
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TimeClock Plus Review
By Skye Schooley | July 07, 2026
Read our TimeClock Plus review to learn about its customizable time and attendance features, pricing, customer support and workforce management tools, and discover why it's our top pick for scaling...
Best Pick
The Best Employee Monitoring Software of 2026
By Skye Schooley | July 07, 2026
Teramind, Hubstaff and ActivTrak provide employee monitoring solutions with activity tracking, productivity analysis and compliance features.
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SentryPC Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | July 07, 2026
Read our SentryPC review to learn about its pricing, employee monitoring features, reporting tools, support and why it's our pick for affordable employee monitoring software.
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8 Tips for Building a Successful Remote Company
By Jennifer Dublino | July 06, 2026
Create a remote operation that runs like clockwork.
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RingEX Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | June 26, 2026
RingCentral is an excellent business phone service because of its ease of use, wide selection of features and multiple price points.
Best Pick
Best Business Employee Retirement Plans of 2026
By Kimberlee Leonard | June 25, 2026
Top retirement plans for small businesses include Human Interest, Guideline and Paychex, offering low fees and easy setup.
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Guideline 401k Review and Pricing
By Lori Fairbanks | June 23, 2026
Guideline provides small businesses with affordable, fully bundled 401(k) plans, and you can choose from traditional, Roth and safe harbor varieties. The company is a fiduciary and does the heavy...
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10 Benefits of Paperless Payroll
By Max Freedman | June 23, 2026
Payroll tasks are going digital. Here’s why this trend may make sense for your business.
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BambooHR Employee Monitoring Software Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
BambooHR combines HR management, performance tracking, onboarding, payroll and employee experience tools in one platform, making it a strong choice for businesses focused on employee development.
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Teramind Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | June 23, 2026
Teramind offers a comprehensive and powerful solution for tracking employee activity and managing company policies.
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Small Business 401(k) Plans: What to Know About Employee Retirement Plans
By Jennifer Dublino | June 22, 2026
Your employees will appreciate a robust retirement plan — and your business will benefit, too.
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4 Questions for a Successful HRIS Audit
By Chad Brooks | June 22, 2026
When evaluating a human resources information system or auditing your current one, keep these four things in mind.
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Bambee vs. BambooHR Comparison
By Skye Schooley | June 18, 2026
The right HR solution can greatly simplify a small business's HR processes. Here is how Bambee and BambooHR compare.
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16 HR Tools Every HR Manager Needs
By Sean Peek | May 12, 2026
These HR tools help businesses streamline their processes and provide HR departments with quick access to employee information, from onboarding to productivity.
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What Is Employee Benefits Management and Administration?
By Sean Peek | May 12, 2026
Managing employee benefits can take a lot of time and energy, but numerous software options can help you with employee benefits administration.
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7 Challenges to Outsourcing HR (and How to Overcome Them)
By Skye Schooley | May 01, 2026
If you're considering outsourcing your HR, be aware of specific challenges and know what to look for in your partner.
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Should You Offer Your Employees a PPO?
By Julie Ritzer Ross | March 19, 2026
A PPO healthcare plan offers advantages and disadvantages to employers and employees.
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ADP Retirement Services Review
By Kimberlee Leonard | March 16, 2026
ADP offers a wide range of retirement plans for businesses of every size, from simple 401(k) to pooled employer plans (PEP).
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ADP TotalSource Review: HR Outsourcing and PEO
By Skye Schooley | February 27, 2026
ADP TotalSource is a comprehensive PEO with bundled HR features. Both provide an intuitive benefits administration process.
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Paycor Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Paycor is the ideal HR software to view workforce analytics in addition to managing traditional HR processes. See a full breakdown of pricing.
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How to Offer Employee Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
A comprehensive employee benefits plan can improve employee satisfaction, productivity and retention. Learn how to offer and administer employee benefits.
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8 ADP Payroll Alternatives
By Julie Thompson | February 10, 2026
ADP is a great all-in-one payroll solution, but it's not right for every business. See if an ADP alternative fits your needs.
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Switching to an Automated HR System? Here’s How to Prepare
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Automated HR systems are key to compliance. Here's how to prepare for the transition.