# HR and payroll built for small business growth Bring HR, payroll, time, scheduling, and talent together in one flexible platform for your organization. Simplify everyday work with AI-guided insights and support that can grow with your business. [Watch a 2-minute demo](/apprendre/demos/petites-entreprises) Experience results like these with UKG Ready -------------------------------------------- - 9-12x ROI with payback in under five months - 40-65% less staff time required for manual HR and payroll administration - 75% faster scheduling Source: Benchmarks from Nucleus Research, Forrester TEI studies, UKG customer data, and independent research of SMB adopters. ### When spreadsheets and disconnected tools stop keeping up Spreadsheets and separate systems may work for a while. As your team, locations, and requirements grow, they can create more manual work, more room for errors, and less visibility. A unified HR and payroll system can replace that complexity with simpler processes, greater accuracy, and a clearer view of your workforce. What should small businesses look for in HR and payroll software? ----------------------------------------------------------------- Look for a connected system that brings core processes together, helps reduce compliance risk, gives employees self-service access, surfaces practical insights, and scales without forcing you to start over.
One connected platform for your next stage of growth ---------------------------------------------------- For organizations with fewer than 200 employees, UKG Ready® brings HR, benefits, payroll, talent, time, and scheduling together in one solution. Automate routine work, give employees easier access to what they need, and make faster decisions as your business grows. [Explore UKG Ready](/node/66666) [Find the right UKG Ready plan](/node/56881)
See what HR and payroll software can make possible -------------------------------------------------- Explore how small businesses like yours use UKG to reduce manual work, simplify daily processes, and support growth. - [KC CARE](/node/69446) Boosts Retention 92%, Efficiency 60% with UKG - [Yoga Joint](/node/34316) Champions its People, Powers Aggressive Growth Plans with UKG Ready - [Boba Tea Company](/node/35861) Elevates People-centric Culture and Frontline Worker Experience with UKG, Driving Business Growth [Watch a 2-minute video](/node/966) ### Resources for small businesses #### [The HR and Payroll Buying Toolkit for Small Business Leaders](https://www.ukg.com/learn/resources/ebook/hr-and-payroll-buying-toolkit-small-business-leaders) Choosing HR and payroll software is a high-stakes decision, especially when resources are limited and you’re planning for growth. This toolkit is designed to help you cut through the noise, evaluate vendors realistically, and choose technology that works today and scales with you for tomorrow. #### [Guide du cadre supérieur : les logiciels de RH et de paie pour les PME](/apprendre/ressources/livre-electronique/guide-du-cadre-superieur-les-logiciels-de-rh-et-de-paie-pour-les-pme) Dialoguez avec votre équipe des ressources humaines pour découvrir les lacunes technologiques que vous pouvez combler au profit de l’équipe et de l’organisation entière. #### [Is Your HR Team Ready for What’s Next? How AI Can Help Growing Businesses Work Smarter](https://www.ukg.com/learn/article-library/smb-leaders/your-hr-team-ready-whats-next-how-ai-can-help-growing-businesses-work-smarter) Learn where growing businesses can start with AI in HR to reduce manual work, improve hiring and onboarding, and make smarter workforce decisions. ### Frequently asked questions #### What is the best HR and payroll software for small business? The best HR and payroll software for small business is an all-in-one platform that unifies HR, payroll, time tracking, and talent management, so you're not stitching together separate tools. It should automate compliance, use AI to guide decisions, and scale as your headcount grows, without forcing you onto a new system every time you hit a milestone. [UKG Ready](/node/66666) is built for exactly this: one system for small teams with big ambitions. #### What should growing companies should look for in HR management software? Growing companies should look for HR management software that can [scale with headcount,](/node/73791) locations, and business complexity. Key capabilities include automated compliance updates, employee self-service, workforce analytics, configurable workflows, and integrations with payroll and other business systems. The platform should also be easy to implement, flexible enough to support future needs, and backed by reliable customer support. Choosing a scalable solution helps growing businesses reduce administrative work, manage risk, and make better workforce decisions without replacing their system as they expand. #### How does an HR solution help manage time and attendance for small businesses? An all-in-one HR solution can automate [time tracking](/node/66481), approvals, [scheduling](/node/66506), and time-off requests while keeping employee and [payroll data](/node/61956) connected. This can reduce manual entry, improve accuracy, support compliance, and give managers and employees real-time access to the information they need. #### How can HR and payroll software help my small business maintain compliance? HR and payroll software can [automate compliance-related tasks](/node/66516), centralize employee and workforce records, and apply current pay, time, and policy rules within everyday workflows. It can also track certifications and training deadlines and send reminders, helping reduce the risk of errors, missed requirements, and penalties.