HR Software vs Spreadsheets
Tired of doing HR tasks manually? Struggling to keep up with endless documents and files?
You don’t have to.
Compare HR software with spreadsheets to understand why so many businesses choose to use a digital HR solution.
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Manual spreadsheets vs BrightHR
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Cost | Low cost if you already use the tool. | Subscription with built-in HR tools. |
Employee Records | Simple record keeping in one workbook. | Centralised, secure employee records. |
Shift & Rota Management | Flexible but updated manually. | Easy scheduling with instant updates. |
Absence Management | Manual and time-consuming absence tracking. | Tracks leave and absences automatically. |
Reporting & Growth | Custom reports with manual setup. | Instant reports and insights. |
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Automate HR processes for stress-free people management
Spreadsheets no longer work for HR
From performance management to HR compliance, the role of Human Resources in the modern world is far more complex than it used to be. Choosing to manage all this and more in manual spreadsheets creates a whole host of challenges, including:
- Time-consuming manual processes, from double-checking data to managing recruitment and onboarding
- Limited visibility and employee access to HR information and records
- Prone to errors and compliance risks due to manual data entry and human error
- Difficult to manage securely at scale, with spreadsheets quickly becoming disorganised and increasing security concerns
How can HR Software resolve these challenges?
Cut admin time by automating routine tasks
Streamline and automate your HR processes with tools and features designed for smarter HR.
As your business grows manually updating spreadsheets quickly becomes time-consuming. Eating away at valuable time you could otherwise spent focusing on the development of your business.
By switching from manual spreadsheets to BrightHR, you can streamline and automate your everyday HR processes. Manage staff absences and holiday requests, build and publish staff rotas in minutes, and automatically notify employees of shift changes. Instant alerts and reminders help you stay on top of important tasks, while everything is stored securely in one place. With less time spent on admin and fewer manual processes, you can focus on supporting your people and growing your business.
Manage access to HR data
Empower your employees by giving them greater visibility and control over their own HR data and employee information.
Give your employees visibility of their HR data and employee information. Empower them to make their own leave requests, edit and amend their clock in and out times, and review company policies without having to jump through hoops to get there.
Plus give them access to additional tools to support their wellbeing and development. Including an EAP service from the UK's leading provider, RoSPA and CPD accredited online training courses, and staff perks and discounts with an online perk marketplace.
Centralise your HR tasks and employee records
Close your tabs and clean your filing cabinets. Keep track of everything you need in just a few clicks.
Instead of juggling multiple spreadsheets, documents and paper records, HR software gives you one secure place to manage your people and processes. From employee records and contracts to rotas, holiday requests and absence tracking, everything is stored in a single, easy-to-access platform.
With BrightHR you and your teams can work smarter not harder. Helping you find information faster, reducing human error in your data handling, and ensuring all employees are kept up to date. With fewer files to manage and less manual administration, spend less time organising HR paperwork and more time focusing on supporting employees and growing the business.
Reduce risk with enhanced security features
Protect your sensitive data and employee information with built-in security features.
HR Data and employee information is sensitive. Not only should you strive to keep this data safe but you have a legal duty to adhere to GDPR and Data Protection laws in the UK.
By removing your outdated spreadsheets and choosing HR software to manage your processes, you gain an added layer of protection. At BrightHR we take data security seriously. With safety protocols and security measures in place to ensure the secure storage of client data. Meaning you can rest assured knowing your employee information and sensitive company data is protected against cyber risks.
As your business grows manually updating spreadsheets quickly becomes time-consuming. Eating away at valuable time you could otherwise spent focusing on the development of your business.
By switching from manual spreadsheets to BrightHR, you can streamline and automate your everyday HR processes. Manage staff absences and holiday requests, build and publish staff rotas in minutes, and automatically notify employees of shift changes. Instant alerts and reminders help you stay on top of important tasks, while everything is stored securely in one place. With less time spent on admin and fewer manual processes, you can focus on supporting your people and growing your business.
Give your employees visibility of their HR data and employee information. Empower them to make their own leave requests, edit and amend their clock in and out times, and review company policies without having to jump through hoops to get there.
Plus give them access to additional tools to support their wellbeing and development. Including an EAP service from the UK's leading provider, RoSPA and CPD accredited online training courses, and staff perks and discounts with an online perk marketplace.
Instead of juggling multiple spreadsheets, documents and paper records, HR software gives you one secure place to manage your people and processes. From employee records and contracts to rotas, holiday requests and absence tracking, everything is stored in a single, easy-to-access platform.
With BrightHR you and your teams can work smarter not harder. Helping you find information faster, reducing human error in your data handling, and ensuring all employees are kept up to date. With fewer files to manage and less manual administration, spend less time organising HR paperwork and more time focusing on supporting employees and growing the business.
HR Data and employee information is sensitive. Not only should you strive to keep this data safe but you have a legal duty to adhere to GDPR and Data Protection laws in the UK.
By removing your outdated spreadsheets and choosing HR software to manage your processes, you gain an added layer of protection. At BrightHR we take data security seriously. With safety protocols and security measures in place to ensure the secure storage of client data. Meaning you can rest assured knowing your employee information and sensitive company data is protected against cyber risks.
Expert support and built-in AI technology
HR Software can do more than simply streamline and automate. From instant support with AI, to in-depth guidance from a team of HR professionals. When you choose HR software powered by experts, you get more than just a digital solution.
At BrightHR we strive to deliver an exceptional service for all our clients. Something your spreadsheets definitely can’t do!
- Get access to 24-hour HR support from experts
- Use AI tools within the software to work smarter
- Get instant HR & Health & Safety advice from an AI chatbot
Say goodbye to messy HR administration
Make the switch to an all-in-one digital solution with BrightHR.