Time-saving HR software for the retail industry 

Effective retail workforce management and planning is one of the biggest HR challenges facing small retail businesses. But with HR software these processes can be simplified!

  • Keep shop floors fully staffed with smart absence management tools
  • Build fair, conflict free employee schedules for every store
  • Cut out paperwork with simple, unlimited digital document storage
  • Track staff time accurately with an easy-to-use clocking in app

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Software designed for small businesses like yours

From local bakeries to corner shops. Not only is our HR software simple to use, but the system offers a range of HR tools ideal for managing teams:

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Streamline retail workforce management

With HR software, you can improve your operations by streamlining your HR processes. Reducing the physical and hidden costs of managing a team of retail workers.

  • Centralise HR processes and documentation
  • Access HR software from anywhere, on any device
  • Assign training and shifts by sending staff notifications
  • Set reminders for upcoming tasks to stay HR compliant year-round
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Maintain visibility of who’s on the floor

When frontline teams work across multiple shifts and locations, it’s easy for attendance records to fall out of sync especially if store managers use manual methods.

Our HR software gives you reliable records across all stores, helping you track who’s on shift, reduce no-shows, and support consistent attendance standards.

  • See who is present, late, or absent
  • Get real-time attendance data by store
  • Improve HR compliance with accurate records
  • Keep service standards consistent
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Outcomes that matter for retail operations

Align staff scheduling with real customer demand

See attendance and absence at every store

Centralise records and automate key tasks

Ensure safety compliance at store level with BrightSafe

Combine HR software with our health and safety software for total management of employment law and health and safety compliance.

  • Reduce shop floor accidents and near misses
  • Report slips, trips, falls and more with accident reporting
  • Store H&S documentation covering all store safety procedures
  • Get expert advice from the H&S experts on your side
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Effective payroll solutions for retailers

Effective payroll and HR processes help retail teams cut down on admin, support compliance, and keep stores running smoothly.

  • Bring payroll and HR data together in one place
  • Improve accuracy with digital employee records
  • Track employee hours easily for smoother payroll runs
  • Give managers quick access to staff information when they need it
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