No matter which vendor you choose, there are some capabilities common to most online payroll systems, which we’ll explore next. Big vendors, such as ADP, offer multiple cloud payroll systems with different levels of functionality. Some are sold as stand-alone payroll applications, while others are included as part of broader human resources (HR) software suites. There are many online payroll solutions out there. Unlike with on-premise deployments, which require users to install software on their own computers and servers, online software lets users log in from anywhere. Online, or “ cloud-based,” payroll software refers to systems hosted in the cloud, on the software vendor’s servers.
The software is hosted and managed by the vendor. Users can access these features via web-enabled devices (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone).
Online payroll software is a web-based payroll application that provides features such as compensation management, tax filing, and time and attendance tracking.
