Dave U.

Co-founder of an HR consultancy and top university professor; widely regarded father of modern HR; author of 30+ HR books shaping the profession globally.

Articles

29 min

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What Is an Employee Onboarding Portal (and Do You Need One)?

"Onboarding is the first real experience an employee has with your company, make it count. The best portals feel welcoming to new hires while giving HR complete visibility into completion status. If your onboarding relies on email attachments and hoping people fill out forms correctly, you have a gap that costs productivity."

What an employee onboarding portal is, whether your HR team needs one, and how to build it: portal contents, preboarding, role-based paths, equipment and access, automations, dashboards, and launch checklist.

Payroll Workflow Automation: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

"Payroll automation turns payroll from a monthly fire drill into a reliable system you can trust."

Learn how payroll workflow automation reduces errors and saves time. Follow our 7-step guide to implement automated payroll systems and optimize HR efficiency.

15 Employee Onboarding processes to Improve Retention and Productivity

"20% of employee turnover happens in the first 45 days. Great onboarding is your most powerful retention tool for new hires."

Learn how employee onboarding software can improve retention by 82% and accelerate productivity by 70%. Discover 15 processes to automate, the ideal onboarding journey, and implementation strategies.