Introduction
A few years ago, I helped a friend run HR for their growing startup. It was just a team of 15 people, but the amount of manual work we were doing felt like we had 100 employees. The month ends were especially stressful and exhausting because we had to go through spreadsheets to process payroll and also try our best not to miss compliance deadlines.
Later, when I worked with a much larger company, I thought they would have it all figured out. But to my surprise, even with full HR teams and bigger budgets, they were still dealing with complex payroll cycles and constant compliance problems.
After that, I reached the conclusion that it doesn’t matter if your company is small or it’s a big enterprise, the core HR problems are often the same. What both really need is a way to simplify HR processes without losing accuracy or control.
To simplify the HR processes, PeopleCentral is all you need. It is a cloud-based HR platform, which is designed to handle everything related to HR processes all in one place. Let’s dive into this article and understand how.
What is PeopleCentral?
PeopleCentral is an HR and payroll system that brings everything you need into one place. Payroll, leave, claims, attendance, employee records, performance reviews, and even the training modules are all there.
I personally believe that it is super easy to use. The interface is clean, there is a mobile app, and the self-service features that help the employees to do most of the things themselves without needing to contact HR every single time.
It is ISO 27001 certified, so you know your team’s data is secure and protected. Not just small teams are using it, over 100,000 users are on this platform, including big names, like Daiso and DHL.
Why is it Perfect for SMEs?
From my understanding, I think for small and medium-sized businesses, HR software must be simple, cost-effective, and efficient. PeopleCentral delivers on all three:
Ease of Use
Most SMEs do not have a huge HR team. Most of the time, it is just one person handling everything. PeopleCentral is exactly what you need in such a situation. Its interface is super simple, and you can easily handle and use it, even if you’re not an HR expert.
Automation and Time Savings
With the help, you can save a lot of time. Tasks that used to take hours can be done in minutes. For example, payroll used to be a full day job for some teams, but now with PeopleCentral, it can be completed in about 10 to 15 minutes a month.
Compliance Built In
PeopleCentral takes care of CPF regulations and IRAS filings. It stays updated with Singapore’s rules, so you don’t have to stress about staying compliant.
Cost-Effective and Scalable
It is genuinely priced for smaller teams and is not out of reach. If you’re in Singapore, there is a 50% PSG (Productivity Solutions Grant) subsidy available to help cover the cost. When your business grows, the system scales with you. It adds users, activates new modules, and you are set.
EmployeeSelf-Service
One thing that I like the most is that it takes so much off the HR team’s plates. With self-service, employees can just log into the mobile app and apply for leave or submit their claims. No longer need to email for simple requests.
How PeopleCentral Meets Enterprise Demands
Large organisations need advanced functionality and integration. This is where PeopleCentral really proves itself.
Scalable Management
When you are running multiple branches or departments, you want a system that does not fall apart as things grow. This is why you need PeopleCentral because it is built to scale.
For example, Singapore Petroleum Corporation (SPC) manages HR across 40+ fuel stations using PeopleCentral. It lets their head office be in control and gives each station the flexibility it needs to run operations smoothly.
Enterprise-Grade Payroll
Big teams mean multiple cycles, bonuses, allowances, compliance problems, and much more. PeopleCentral handles all of this without any problem. It processes large volumes, accurately, and quickly, so there won’t be any errors or delays.
Comprehensive Modules
The best part is that all HR functions, from performance management, onboarding training, to leave policies, are integrated in one system. Information flows from one module to another automatically.
Integration with Existing Systems
PeopleCentral will connect easily to your already-in-use accounting tools like Xero, QuickBooks, or biometric attendance devices. It also integrates easily with your current stack. This way, everything stays connected and data flows where it needs to.
Security and Compliance
With large teams, data protection becomes super important. PeopleCentral is ISO 27001 certified, which is a strong mark of data security. You also get audit trials and automatic compliance updates. This means your sensitive information stays protected, and your practices stay within legal lines.
Dedicated Support
Also, you can benefit from live customer support and a 24/7 AI chatbot. A lot of users say the PeopleCentral team actually goes the extra mile when it comes to solving issues quickly.
Key Benefits Across All Business Sizes
Here are the key benefits for all business sizes:
One Unified Platform
HR data is huge, and it often ends up scattered across emails and spreadsheets. With PeopleCentral, you get everything in one place. It brings all the HR work together, and now you will not have to switch between tools..
Data Driven Insights
It is hard to make smart decisions without the full picture. PeopleCentral gives you dashboards through which you can check headcount trends or leave balances, whatever you want to.
Employee Engagement
Which cell service tools, employees can apply for leave or update their personal information themselves. It gives them more control and also saves HR teams a lot of time.
Future Ready
In Singapore, labour laws change with time, and the great thing is that PeopleCentral stays updated automatically. So with PeopleCentral, you’re always in compliance. You will never need to do late-night Googling to check if a rule has changed.
Conclusion
In present times, work is moving superfast, and HR needs to keep up well. With a tool like PeopleCentral, you are all set. It works for both small and big companies in a great way.
What I think is the best part is that you don’t have to change systems as your business grows. It grows with you, and that makes it a smart choice for any size of company.
