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time management

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Introducing the Touch2 Timeclock from Swipeclock

Horizon Payroll is excited to introduce the Touch2 Timeclock from Swipeclock – a cost-efficient, modern, and robust solution for workforce time tracking. Designed with today’s fast-paced and adaptable work environment in mind, the...

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time management

2 min read

The New Overtime Rule and What It Means For Your Workers

Employee rights are constantly evolving, and one recent change is the new federal overtime rule. With this update, millions of workers could...

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time management

2 min read

Employee Burnout: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

Recognizing burnout early and implementing solutions can help create a healthier, more productive work environment. Let’s explore the symptoms,...

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time management

2 min read

Is HR Software Sprawl Costing Your Business?

In today's digital workplace, businesses rely on a range of software solutions to streamline HR functions—from payroll and benefits administration to...

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time management

6 min read

Texting or Email: Which is More Secure for Business Communication?

In today's fast-paced business world, ensuring that your communication methods are secure is crucial. With increasing concerns about data breaches...

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time management

6 min read

Why Should You Audit & Update Employee Handbooks

Employee handbooks are the cornerstone of clear communication between employers and their teams. But as time goes on, those handbooks can become...

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peo cost savings

3 min read

Six Cost Savings of a PEO

Partnering with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) can bring significant cost savings to your business. By outsourcing various HR functions...

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workplace monitoring

6 min read

Workplace Monitoring: Dos and Don'ts

Employee monitoring is becoming increasingly common throughout a variety of companies and industries. In fact, 67.6% of employers in the United...

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hr outsourcing

6 min read

What Type of HR Outsourcing is Right for Your Company?

Regardless of your industry, company size, or business goals, a solid HR platform is critical to any successful organization. Study after study has...

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skills-based hiring

4 min read

How Skill-Based Hiring Elevates Talent

Imagine you’re a part of a hiring team looking to fill job openings in your company. You post your job description and your requirements. You go...

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time management

4 min read

Time Management Techniques Your Business Must Use

Effective time management is one of the most important aspects of business productivity and success, no matter what industry you’re in. With the...

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transition to management

3 min read

How Employees Can Transition from Peers to Managers

Transitioning from a peer to a manager is a significant career milestone that comes with its own unique set of new responsibilities and...

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hourly workers

3 min read

How to Recruit and Retain Hourly Workers

Recruiting and retaining hourly employees is a critical challenge for many businesses, especially in industries that rely heavily on a flexible...

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contractor compliance

4 min read

The ABC’s of Independent Contractor Compliance

In today’s evolving business environment, the use of independent contractors has grown across many industries. While this shift offers various...

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probationary periods

5 min read

How to Handle Employee Probationary Periods

Few topics generate as much discussion and debate in human resources and workforce management as employee probationary periods. These initial phases...

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screening

4 min read

Drug Testing and Pre-Employment Screening to Protect Your Business

Ensuring the safety and productivity of your workplace often starts with your company’s onboarding process, specifically pre-employment screening. At...

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small business

5 min read

How Small Businesses Can Save Money on Payroll

There’s one key fact that all small business owners should know: the average cost for a typical company to run payroll in-house is almost 1.5x the...

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hr data

4 min read

A Quick Guide to Defining Value in HR Data

In today's data-driven business environment, the ability to harness and interpret HR analytics and data has become a critical asset for organizations...

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perception hr

5 min read

Changing the Role and Perception of HR

The days of HR as a simple payroll processing and timekeeping department are long gone. In modern organizations, HR leaders – backed by countless...

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background checks

4 min read

Why Employee Background Checks are Important

Background checks can be an integral component of the hiring process for businesses across all industries. By delving into a potential candidate's...

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