For many organisations, payroll is just another back-office activity that needs to get sorted at the end of every month. However, such an approach to payroll management leaves a window of opportunity to boost an organisation’s competitive advantage significantly.

And that’s because payroll is functionally strategic to the success of any organisation. Not many business activities can impact the employee experience, government relations, and organisational reputation like payroll.

This guide has been prepared to help you navigate the complexities of setting up and managing a functional payroll system in your organisation.