HRIS vs. HRMS vs. HCM: Understanding the Key Differences
As businesses grow and expand their workforce, the need for effective human resource management becomes critical. Terms like HRMS (Human Resource Management System), HRIS (Human Resource Information System), and HCM (Human Capital Management) often arise in conversations, but what do they truly mean, and how do they differ? At PeopleWorX, we aim to simplify payroll […]
Independent Contractor Test
In March of 2024, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) finalized their rule on the guidance used for Independent Contractor (IC) classification. The rule effectively reinstates the longstanding version of the “economic reality” test the DOL used prior to the 2021 IC Rule, striving to provide more consistency with the Fair Labor Standards Act […]
25 must-have HR Policies for Small Businesses
Are you a small business trying to figure out HR functions independently? Do you know that HR policies are one of those areas often overlooked in small businesses? Let’s be clear, HR policies are not paperwork; they are protection. When handled correctly, they help build a productive, compliant workplace. When ignored, they become the cracks […]
15 ways to create a positive work culture
Gone are the days when a job was just a means to make money. Nowadays, emphasis is placed more on job satisfaction, work-life balance, work & personal growth than just a big paycheck. A company’s work culture can truly shape your professional life. During interviews, chatting about company work culture has become normal to attract […]
Do Small Businesses Need an HR Department or an HR Strategy?
A field guide for owners, operators, and finance leaders who want to grow without inviting avoidable risk. Most small businesses don’t begin with HR. They begin with a problem worth solving, a first customer, and the founder doing three jobs before lunch. Hiring is opportunistic. Policies live in inboxes. Performance conversations happen in the parking […]
New Regulations in 2024
New rules affecting business operations will emerge in 2024, reshaping the business landscape. These adjustments aim to instill fairness and transparency in the market. Adjusting to these new regulations is essential for enterprises to keep their competitiveness. Regulations can prove beneficial and problematic equally. They are designed to enhance business transactions, prevent illegitimate and unjust […]
Is Remote Work Dead?
There are countless articles out on the interwebz declaring that remote work is dead. Is it? The real question to ask is why is remote work such a thing, who used it in the past and why are there a ton of topics saying remote work is dead. Remote work has always been a “thing”, […]
Civility in the workplace
“Keep a Civil Tongue in Your Head!” Ever wonder what keeps employees showing up daily (besides a paycheck)? What makes work satisfying depends on the person. Some people are excited to learn new things; some like to engage with a customer and make that sale; some show up because the coffee is better than at […]