The evolution of BrightHR
We started BrightHR with an idea: to create simple HR software that makes people management easier for SMEs. And ever since, we’ve worked hard to improve it. Here are our greatest moments:
2023
Aug 2023
Introducing our BRAND NEW Salary Calculator!
With BrightHR's new salary calculator, you can easily find out the market salary rate for ANY role you're hiring for, instantly. Edge out your competition with REAL TIME insights and make confident hiring decisions.
Aug 2023
NEW release: Open shifts!
Open shifts are finally here—letting you create and notify your staff that an unassigned shift is ready for them to claim on a first-come-first-serve basis.
It’s a fair and easy way to fill up gaps in your roster. Plus, it lets your staff take control of their schedule and earn some extra cash by opting in for more shifts!
Aug 2023
Introducing our NEW Learning Management System (LMS)
We launched on-the-go e-learning as a feature earlier this year, but that was just the beginning! BrightHR is investing in your team’s development – launching BrightLearn, a fully integrated Learning Management System (LMS) that puts you in control of your whole team’s training. Assign courses to staff members, track completion and save certificates, so you comply with your mandated training requirements.
Jul 2023
Shortlist: North West Business of the Year Awards 2023
We've just been shortlisted in the Innovation category of the highly esteemed 2023 North West Business of the Year Awards by The Business Desk!
Jul 2023
Blip now easier than ever to use!
Access Blip from PC, laptop, tablet or mobile. You can also add, edit and remove set geo-locations on all devices, giving you complete control from wherever you are.
Jul 2023
Shortlist: Business Leader South West Awards 2023
We're thrilled to announce we've been shortlisted for the Innovation and Technology Award by the Business Leader South West Awards!
Jun 2023
NEW release: Custom reporting
Game-changing feature ALERT!
Admins and Managers can now create customised reports based on employee and absence data, giving you more control and insight into your HR management.
Jun 2023
40 million clock ins on Blip globally!
Wow, we've hit a major milestone! We're thrilled to announce that we have reached 40 million clock ins on Blip globally, and it's all thanks to our amazing users, thank you!
May 2023
NEW BrightHR release: UNLIMITED CASH REWARDS when you refer a business to BrightHR
Our new Bright Promoter Programme has launched! This is your chance to rack up UNLIMITED cash-building bonuses. Simply tell us who you’re referring, and if they sign up, we’ll reward you with every business you refer.
May 2023
NEW BrightHR release feature: Manage documents in bulk on IOS & Android
Effortlessly manage documents on-the-go with the latest BrightHR app update!
No need to fuss with uploading and deleting files one-by-one. With the latest mobile update, you can now manage documents in bulk just like you would on the web app.
Apr 2023
BrightHR is a TrustRadius 2023 Top Rated Award winner!
We've been recognised as one of the best HR management companies by Trust Radius for Spring 2023! A big thank you to our staff, this wouldn't be possible without you!
Apr 2023
Shortlist: Prolific North Tech Awards 2023
We're thrilled to announce we've just been shortlisted for Medium Tech Company of the year at the Prolific North Champions Awards 2023!
Apr 2023
G2 recognises BrightHR as leaders
We're happy to announce that G2 have recognised us once again as leaders in the Test Automation category!
Apr 2023
Shortlist: Go:Tech Awards 2023
BrightHR has been shortlisted in the Most Innovative Use of Software of Cloud Technology!
Mar 2023
Shortlist: Global Business Tech Awards 2023
BrightHR has been shortlisted in the SaaS Company of the Year category for the second year running!
Feb 2023
Brand-new! Bulk import employee data into your BrightHR
You can now save time on your onboarding by by importing bulk employee data via spreadsheet, making it even easier to swap to Bright!
Jan 2023
Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2023
BrightHR have been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the THIRD year running. Based on 445 service ratings over the past year, BrightHR have managed to maintain a 4.9/5 star rating.
Jan 2023
BrightHR introduces on-the-go e-learning
Our brand-new expert e-learning courses are CPD-accredited and FREE for BrightHR customers, allowing you to encourage consistent training on a wide range of topics.
2022
Dec 2022
G2 recognises BrightHR as leaders and high performers in winter reports
We're happy to announce that G2 have recognised us in FIVE different winter reports, including Core HR Software Leaders, Core HR Momentum Leaders, and more!
Nov 2022
BrightHR: SaaS Company of the Year winners!
BrightHR has been named SaaS Company of the Year at the Computing Technology Product Awards 2022. The awards count public votes to find the winners, so this accolade shows the incredible support from our community and beyond.
Nov 2022
30 million global clock ins
Blip now has over 30 million global clock-ins!
This means that there's been over 20 million clock-ins in just over a year!
Oct 2022
BrightHR win SaaS Company of the Year for the SECOND year running
For the second year in a row, we've scooped up the prestigious SaaS Company of the year award by the UK Business Tech Awards!
Oct 2022
We've been ranked in Best Companies Q3 League Tables!
We're happy to annouce that we've been ranked in three different 'Best Companies to work for' categories! #19 in the UK Business Service sector, #95 in the North West and #121 of large companies in the UK.
Oct 2022
BrightHR: Trust Radius Best Relationship Summer 2022
We've been recognised as one of the best HR management companies by Trust Radius for Summer 2022! A big thank you to our staff, this wouldn't be possible without you!
Sep 2022
Updated: PoP on web application
This will provide admins & managers with the ability to view expenses submitted by employees, review the details, and update the status of the expenses record on the web, in addition to doing this via the PoP mobile app.
Sep 2022
Shortlist: Prolific North Tech Awards 2022
BrightHR has been shortlisted in the Software-as-a-Service company of the year category again!
Sep 2022
BrightHR ranked #58 in the TechRound SaaS for 2022
BrightHR have been ranked #58 in the TechRound SaaS for 2022. This award highlights the innovation and success of SaaS companies in the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world!
Sep 2022
Updated: Second COVID-19 booster
Users can now record the date of their second COVID-19 booster, allowing employers to track the vaccination status of their employees.
Sep 2022
Shortlist: Computing Tech Product Awards 2022
BrightHR's innovative suite of HR software has been shortlisted for Best Software-as-a-Service Provider at the Technology Product Awards 2022.
Aug 2022
Enhancement to rotas
Admins, managers and employees now have the option of accepting and declining their shifts on a person-by-person or team-by-team basis.
Aug 2022
Updated: Document Enhancements
Users can now upload documents in bulk within all folders, saving users time when they are looking to upload multiple documents.
Aug 2022
BrightSafe's e-learning courses given stamp of approval
We’re pleased to announce that we have now received RoSPA Assurance and CDP Accreditation for another 18 e-learning courses in BrightSafe in the UK!
Aug 2022
BrightHR launch FREE rota software for businesses across the globe
Whether you're managing, shift workers, 9 to 5ers, flexible or remote, our brand-new FREE rota management software saves time for every manager, in every business.
Aug 2022
BrightHR awarded Best Relationship in HR Management
BrightHR have won the TrustRadius Summer 2022 award for Relationship in HR Management. It's no surprise we've passed 1 million users when we provide top-notch services to our clients!
Aug 2022
BrightHR named in the UK Business Tech Awards shortlist
The UK Business Tech Awards celebrate the top UK businesses that are leading on implementing future tech applications and innovations. We're delighted to reveal that we've been shortlisted in the SaaS Company of the Year category again!
Jul 2022
BrightHR shortlisted at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards
BrightHR has been shortlisted at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards for the second year in a row! This year we've been selected as Technology Innovation finalists, celebrating businesses leading the tech evolution.
Jul 2022
BrightHR shortlisted AGAIN for the Personnel Today Awards
Having taken home the title in 2021, we’re elated to have been shortlisted AGAIN for HR Tech Provider of the Year at the Personnel Today Awards. The awards recognise excellence in people management.
Jul 2022
One million users worldwide!
We're proud to annouce that we now serve one million users globally! Thank you to everyone who has made this possible, we couldn't do it without you.
Jun 2022
Updated: Document Enhancements
BrightHR admins can now see who has access to documents, set and view the status of any read receipts.
Jun 2022
Updated: PoP attachments
We've made filing for expenses even more flexible. You can now submit an expense with zero to five attachments, compared to having to attach only one receipt previously!
Jun 2022
25th fastest growing tech company in the North
We're super proud to have ranked as the 25th fastest growing tech company in the Northern Tech Awards. Here's to ranking even higher next year!
Jun 2022
BrightBase E-Learning
BrightAdvice customers can now access 4 exclsuive e-learning courses, providing an extra resource to enhance HR knowledge.
May 2022
New: Near Miss Reporting
In addition to the ability to reports hazards and accidents in BrightSafe we have now added the ability to report near misses, making BrightSafe the ultimate incident management tool.
Apr 2022
G2 recognises BrightHR as a Core HR Software Leader
We're happy to announce that G2 have recognised us as a Core HR Software Leader for Spring 2022. A big thank you to all the team at BrightHR, we couldn't do it without you!
Apr 2022
A new look for the mobile dashboard
We have refreshed the BrightHR app on iOS and Android. The dashboard is now super-streamlined with a swish new look!
Apr 2022
BrightHR awarded HR Specialist of the Year
Corporate LiveWire have named us HR Specialist of the Year at the Innovation & Excellence Awards 2022! The award celebrates the success of firms that have taken an innovative approach to demonstrate exceptional business performance.
Apr 2022
Release of the Education Navigator
The Education Navigtor is a tailored health and safety solution, to meet education standards and protect staff and students. Select your education regulator and filter information so that it is relevant!
Apr 2022
BrightHR recognised in Capterra's Pricing Value Report
We're happy to annouce that we have been placed in Capterra's Value Pricing Report for Human Resources Software. We are recognised as an outstanding product with a Value For Money rating of 4.8/5 & a Functionality rating of 4.7/5!
Apr 2022
Prolific North recognises BrightHR in award shortlist
We’re proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for this year’s Prolific North Champions Awards. The award recognises the organisations putting the North on the map in the creative & digital sector.
Mar 2022
Global Business Tech Awards, we made the shortlist!
We're proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for SaaS Company of The Year at the Global Business Tech Awards, celebrating the best in business across the globe.
Mar 2022
BrightHR shortlisted for innovation award
Management Today shortlisted us for the Management Today Business Awards in the ‘Best Use of Innovation in Business' category!
Mar 2022
Updated: Blip timesheets
We've added absences and employee working ours to our timesheets, enabling managers to include more information that can help with timekeeping and payroll.
Mar 2022
BrightHR: Crozdesk HR Scheduling Award
Expert software comparison site Crozdesk has, named us leaders in rota and shift scheduling software!
Mar 2022
BrightHR named in Crozdesk Workforce Management Awards
BrightHR has been recognised as a product leader in workforce management software for the THIRD year in a row by Crozdesk.
Feb 2022
Most Popular Software in 2022
What goes around comes around, and we love SMEs! SaaSworthy named us as the 8th most popular software at the start of 2022, and it's got us feeling all warm and fuzzy.
Feb 2022
Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award
We've been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the second year running—meaning we’ve achieved GOLD for 4 years straight. Feefo only collects genuine customer reviews, so we’re very proud to have maintained a 4.9 star rating acorss 400 reviews.
Feb 2022
Fastest Growing Software in HR
SaaSworthy have named us the Fastest Growing Software in HR. And since they help stakeholders make better product decisions based on unbiased reviews, product comparison, and social popularity, this one means a lot. Thanks SaaSworthy!
Jan 2022
Colour coding for rota!
Now managers can colour code and label shifts in our rota software—meaning you can manage your staff by where they’re working, their pay, role, the possibilities are endless!
Jan 2022
Blip just got an exciting update!
Our mobile clocking-in app now lets you filter your team to see ‘Who’s in’—letting you manage attendance quicker than ever.
Jan 2022
Updated: Table View Rota
This intuitive update makes seeing details of your rota even easier. Plus, you can now duplicate shifts between staff or days, assign shifts across multiple days and employees in bulk, and filter your search to show specific shift types.
2021
Dec 2021
Best HR Management Solution 2021
Thank you SME News for crowning us ‘Best HR Management Solution 2021’. We can't wait to support even more businesses in 2022!
Dec 2021
Updated: Bright Lightning Question History
We’ve added a ‘Question History’ to Bright Lightning, so now it’s even easier to keep track of your expertly answered HR queries. Simply log in and find ‘Your Question History’ in the drop-down menu.
Dec 2021
Enhanced: Rota details report
Admins and managers now have access to a more comprehensive rota details report through BrightHR’s web application. It covers shift and break times, payroll info, annual leave and sickness history and much more!
Dec 2021
Updated: Mobile rota view
Shifts are now grouped to ‘Today’, ‘Upcoming’, and ‘Further ahead’, alongside a new list allowing admins and managers to see all employee shifts on one dedicated screen, making team management even easier.
Dec 2021
BrightSafe: Introducing the method statement navigator
Our new navigator lets you create high-risk method statements in flash. Easily drag and drop hazards and tasks, get notified when staff accept and complete tasks, and update method statements without losing previous versions.
Nov 2021
BrightHR: The TechRound Top 100
We're so excited to be ranked 5th in the TechRound Top 100 which celebrates the best in UK startups and tech.
Nov 2021
Updated: Single Sign-On
Users can now link all their BrightHR products with both their Google account and Microsoft account. And, if single sign-on is enabled you can login across all BrightHR products.
Nov 2021
Documents is now even easier to use
This new update allows users to move documents between sub-folders within the ‘Company’ and ‘Admin’ folders- making managing HR documentation a breeze.
Nov 2021
Bright Exchange update: Search offers
Using our brand new search box you can now find details of specific businesses, exclusive offers and discounts, all at the click of a button!
Nov 2021
BrightHR: Crozdesk HR Scheduling Award
We’ve only gone and won another award! Crozdesk are experts in business software, and after sizing up the competition they’ve named us leaders in rota and shift scheduling software.
Nov 2021
BrightHR: HR Tech Provider of the Year
We're thrilled to have been named 'HR Tech Provider of the Year' at the Personnel Today awards 2021. We’re so proud to be consistently recognised as leaders in HR and H&S software and support services, and even prouder to be a market-leading ally to businesses across the globe.
Nov 2021
Bright Exchange update: Edit advert
You can now edit your adverts with a click, giving you the flexibility to change details to suit your business growth plans.
Nov 2021
BrightHR: Northern Tech Awards 2021
We’re very proud to have ranked 18th out of the top 100 fastest growing technology companies at the Northern Tech Awards.
Oct 2021
BrightHR: Prolific North Tech Awards
We’re so proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for ‘Innovation of the Year’ at the Prolific North Tech Awards, celebrating the incredible innovation of the North’s tech sector.
Oct 2021
Updated: Two-factor authentication
Employees now have to use two-factor authentication to login to their BrightHR account. Showing every one of our users across the globe that we’re more secure than ever!
Oct 2021
Updated: Edit overtime
Users can now update overtime details, in a click and ensure that all the details needed for payroll are up to date and accurate.
Oct 2021
New feature: Single Sign-On
Users can now link their Google account with their BrightHR and BrightSafe accounts and use this to login—giving users peace of mind their data is safe.
Oct 2021
BrightHR: SaaS Company of the Year
We're so proud to have been crowned 'SaaS Company of the Year' at the UK Business Tech Awards 2021! The awards celebrates the UK's finest tech businesses and rewards innovative and exceptional applications of technology to transform and grow business.
Oct 2021
You can now request an appointment in BrightHR & BrightSafe
Submit appointment requests with ease with our HR and Health & Safety Consultancy teams.
Oct 2021
Shortlisted: Lloyd's Bank British Business Excellence Awards
We're so proud to have been shortlisted for 'The Technology Innovation Award' at the Lloyd's Bank British Business Excellence Awards. To be included in such a prestigious award is a huge honour and rewards our efforts to develop innovative technology to help businesses throughout the pandemic.
Oct 2021
Introducing the People Navigator
The People Navigator is our brand new hub to help users manage staff through their employment journey. More updates coming soon...
Oct 2021
We're pleased to announce the launch of the Care Navigator
We want our clients to provide the best care possible. That's why we have the Care Navigator, to give them tailored a health and safety solution, to meet care standards, and protect their staff and residents.
Oct 2021
Introducing Bright Exchange
Bright Exchange promotes your products and services to over 40,000 business owners and 450,000 consumers, and it's completely FREE. Become part of an exclusive community to advertise your business, list offers and work with our team to co-market and sell together.
Oct 2021
Bright Lightning has landed - the UK’s first AI platform!
Lightning fast AI powered HR answers from our expert advisors with 30+ years of experience. Simply type your HR query into the search bar and our smart AI software will show you the answer most closely matched to your question in seconds.
Sep 2021
BrightSafe: E-learning Courses Assured By RoSPA Qualifications
We are pleased to announce that 25 of our BrightSafe e-learning courses have now been assured by RoSPA Qualifications, a leading name in health and safety and nationally recognised Awarding Organisation.
Sep 2021
BrightHR: North West Tech 50
Business Clouds annual North West Tech 50 ranked us 12th amongst some of the most exciting tech firms in the North West.
Sep 2021
Introducing our new Overtime Tracker
Track the extra hours your staff work, and repay them with a click, thanks to our new overtime tracker.
Sep 2021
100,000 VaccTrak statuses
We've reached 100,000 VaccTrak statuses recorded in the UK! That means over 10,000 businesses have been able to open safely thanks to our vaccine tracker tool.
Jul 2021
BrightHR: Crozdesk Absence & Leave Management Award
We're thrilled to announce another award win for BrightHR. Crozdesk have awarded us as a product leader in absence and leave management category for the second year in a row.
Jul 2021
Blip – who’s out!
You can now head to the ‘who’s in’ section of the Blip app to see who’s clocked in or on a break and who is out, giving you full visibility of attendance in a click!
Jun 2021
Blip has a new look
Following user feedback we’ve redesigned our app to make it even more user friendly when navigating across multiple screens.
Jun 2021
We are pleased to introduce our Everything Button!
We’ve added a handy new button to the top of your dashboard, it's easily accessible and available from anywhere on BrightHR. Just click it to do everything from requesting time off to logging a sickness. Simple.
May 2021
10 million global clock-ins
We've reached 10 million global clock-ins!
Thank you to all of our customers and everyone at BrightHR who made it possible to reach this huge milestone.
May 2021
VaccTrak: Mobile passes
Issue exclusive VaccTrak passes to staff to save in their smartphone wallets, so they always have quick and easy access to vital information.
May 2021
Updated: BrightSafe Responsibilities Navigator
New statutory responsibilities added:
- COVID-19 Employee Lateral Flow Tests
- White heavy check mark COVID-19 Premises Check
Monitor responsibilities each day to ensure your business is COVID-secure and have an audit trail to prove it.
Apr 2021
New BrightSafe feature: Hazard reporting
Our brand new tool helps keep track of workplace hazards whether staff are at home or back in the office.
Apr 2021
9 million global clock-ins!
Blip has surpassed 9 million global clock-ins. Won't be long till we hit the 10 million milestone!
Apr 2021
New Blip Feature: Shift Adjustments
Employees can now request an adjustment to their clocking in and out times with their manager directly from the app.
Mar 2021
BrightHR: TechRound SaaS 66
We’re very proud to be ranked 6th out of 66 finalists at the TechRound SaaS 66 Awards which recognises the fastest growing tech start-ups in the UK.
Mar 2021
VaccTrak is now even better!
See who’s partially or fully vaccinated at a glance and update employee vaccination statuses in the new COVID-19 vaccine tab. Plus, you can now issue employees with VaccTrak passes—all you have to do is hit send and it goes straight to their email inbox.
Mar 2021
We’ve released a superb new upgrade to your BrightHR rotas.
When creating a new rota, you can now choose a duration period of up to 14 days, helping to make your shift planning even easier.
Mar 2021
BrightHR: Crozdesk Workforce Management Award
We're proud to share that we've been recognised as a product leader in workforce management software for the second year in a row by Crozdesk. Thanks to everyone at BrightHR for their hard work in achieving this!
Mar 2021
8 million global clock-ins!
Blip has now surpassed over 8 million global clock-ins. We're so proud to support small businesses around the world with their employee time management. #NowIsTheBrightTime!
Feb 2021
New: Responsibilities Navigator
BrightSafe customers can use the brand-new Responsibilities Navigator to set up task reminders, delegate responsibilities, and save task records.
Feb 2021
New to VaccTrak
You can now record proof of employee vaccination in VaccTrak, and store any supporting documents in unlimited document storage.
Feb 2021
New BrightSafe On The Go feature: Accident reporting
BrightSafe On The Go users can now record the basic details of an accident via the menu, and can attach photos and videos as supporting evidence. Once the record is created, an e-mail notification is sent to the responsible person letting them know they need to conduct an investigation.
Feb 2021
New BrightSafe On The Go feature: Task reminder notifications
Task reminder notifications will now be sent to users who have assigned tasks when the task is overdue, plus once a week in a handy summary. Tapping on the notifcation will take you directly to the task screen on BrightSafe On The Go, so users can make updates with ease.
Feb 2021
PoP is included in the HMRC list of record-keeping software applications
PoP is included in the HMRC list of record-keeping software applications—helping small businesses, like yours with simple record keeping.
Jan 2021
BrightSafe update: 189 new risk assessment templates added
We are pleased to announce that we have added 189 new risk assessment templates to the BrightSafe Risk Assessment Library, bringing the total number of risk assessment templates to 655.
Jan 2021
Updated: BrightAdvice
This update adds the ability for users to request advice directly from the app. Users can choose to request online advice, telephone advice or a video conference. For telephone advice, users also have the option to set a preferred time for the call.
Jan 2021
BrightSafe On The Go update: New COVID-19 e-learning courses
Three new courses are available on the BrightSafe On The Go dashboard. These being:
Coronavirus Awareness For Senior Managers & Business Owners Coronavirus Awareness For Employees Coronavirus Vaccine Awareness
Jan 2021
New launch: BrightSafe On The Go
The exclusive mobile app that lets you manage health & safety tasks—wherever you are.
Jan 2021
We won Feefo's Platinum Trusted Service Award!
Having secured Gold status for three years running we have achieved the platinum award! A huge thanks to all of our clients who left us 5-star reviews and to all at BrightHR who have supported our clients throughout 2020.
Jan 2021
Updated: Permission page
This update gives BrightHR Admins a full list of what user roles their staff have and makes it easier for the Admins to revoke or assign permissions.
Jan 2021
New e-learning course: Work Equipment Awareness
This new e-learning course covers the actions required to legally comply with Work Equipment Regulations and to help minimise and control risks associated with the use of work equipment.
Jan 2021
NEW BrightHR release: VaccTrak
Our brand-new tool makes it easy for you to record who’s had the COVID-19 vaccine and who’s still on the waiting list—helping you to protect your people and your business through the pandemic.
Jan 2021
The Rota Report is even easier to use
We’re pleased to announce a brilliant improvement to our new Rota Report. This update includes a handy new column to see whether a rota is published or unpublished at a glance!
Jan 2021
Improved: Payroll glossary
We’ve extended the payroll glossary list with even more terminology, helping you run payroll with ease.
2020
Dec 2020
7 million Blips!
We're so excited that Blip keeps growing. There have now been over 7 million global clock-ins!
Dec 2020
BrightHR's payroll navigator is here!
Use it to store employee details and run reports, so you can generate important information quickly whenever you need to submit payroll reports to HMRC.
Dec 2020
New Rota report
Our handy new 'Rota report' gives you a summary of the daily hours your staff have worked over a set period. It also includes the total hours worked, helping you speed up your HR tasks.
Dec 2020
BrightSafe update: 102 new risk assessment templates added
We are pleased to announce that we have added 102 new risk assessment templates to the BrightSafe Risk Assessment Library, bringing the total number of risk assessment templates to 466.
Nov 2020
New e-learning course: Preparing method statements
This course gives you an understanding of what a method statement is, how to create a method statement and the difference between a method statement and a risk assessment.
Nov 2020
BrightHR: Computing Tech Product Awards
We’re so excited to be shortlisted for Best Software-as-a-Service Provider at the Technology Product Awards this year.
Nov 2020
BrightSafe update: Risk assessments
You can now add attachments to hazards in risk assessments, which allows you to add supporting evidence as part of your risk assessments creation and review processes.
Nov 2020
New accessibility feature
We’ve integrated Android’s TalkBack and Apple’s VoiceOver screen reader features with the BrightHR mobile app, helping to make your BrightHR even more accessible!
Nov 2020
New e-learning course: Infection Control in Care
BrightSafe users can now stay up-to-date with the latest control measures and best practices to reduce infections in their workplace—including sections on COVID-19.
Nov 2020
Announcement: BrightHR’s brand-new integration with Starling Bank
We've teamed up with Starling Bank to help support even more small businesses navigating their way through the coronavirus pandemic.
Oct 2020
Updated: PoP
You can now approve or decline your staff expenses in bulk.
Oct 2020
Updated: Blip
Following client feedback, users are now able to add notes to their shift when clocking in. We've also updated the Blip event screens, making it even easier for our users to see their shift, break and reminder details.
Oct 2020
New gender diversity update
Our new non-binary gender identity update helps you promote an inclusive workplace.
Oct 2020
Blip integration with BrightHR
Admins and managers are now able to see who's clocked in on Blip directly from their BrightHR dashboard.
Oct 2020
BrightSafe helpline is now available 24/7
BrightSafe users can speak to our qualified health & safety experts anytime, 24/7, so they can always be confident the right information is just a phone call away.
Oct 2020
6 million Blips!
We've reached 6 million blips! We're so proud to have achieved this global milestone #NowIsTheBrightTime.
Oct 2020
Updated: Redundancy navigator tool
Admins and managers can now create a handy redundancy folder from any of the redundancy plans that have been created on BrightHR.
Oct 2020
Get expert advice even quicker
Now you can use your BrightHR app to call one of our expert HR advisors in a tap.
Oct 2020
Enable notifications via the new Settings page
Get handy notifications about new updates and features via the BrightHR app. This is will be automatically enabled and can be managed via the new Settings page.
Oct 2020
Celebratory animations
Employees will now see fun animations on their birthday or work anniversary, helping to improve employee engagement!
Oct 2020
New Sensitive Information Report
This helps you identify the employee documents set to expire before the Brexit transition period ends on 31st December 2020. Head to the Report page to download it now.
Sep 2020
Smart Reminders
With our new Smart Reminders feature, users will receive a handy reminder to clock out when they’re due to finish their shift, all based on their BrightHR working pattern or rota!
Sep 2020
New BrightSafe dashboard
Check the status of your tasks, view risk assessments, and create accident reports - all from one central hub.
Aug 2020
5 million Blips
Just 3 months after we hit 4 million global clock-ins, we've now surpassed a massive 5 million!
Aug 2020
Read receipts
Admins and managers can now request read receipts from their employees when uploading documents into the company folder. Plus with real-time updates, check the date and time that your employee has viewed the document.
Aug 2020
Now updated: Redundancy navigator tool
Use the new redundancy planner to lead you safely through each step of the redundancy process. Check off tasks as you go and download regular reports to track your progress help avoid costly legal mistakes.
Aug 2020
Blip reminders
You asked for it, and we listened. You can now set reminders to end your breaks and clock out. Just set the duration of your shift or break and Blip will send you an automatic notification.
Jul 2020
BrightHR: Technology Provider of the Year
We’re thrilled to have been shortlisted for Tech Provider of the Year at the British Small Business Awards 2020. This category recognises the tech providers that best places SME services at the heart of their offering.
Jul 2020
New product: Redundancy navigator
Introducing our new redundancy navigator tool. Get expert online tools and 24/7 advice to help make redundancy as stress-free as possible.
Jun 2020
New look ‘Who’s off today’ dashboard tile
Our newly designed 'Who's off today' tile gives clients a detailed insight into the absences within their business, making the approval process much easier.
Jun 2020
BrightHR now supports flexible furlough absence
Admins and managers can now add flexible furlough absences through BrightHR's Furlough Navigator. This information will then be available in the furlough report, supporting clients in making claims through the Government Job Retention Scheme.
Jun 2020
Introducing BrightSafe
It's brand-new health & safety software that helps you to meet the latest government guidelines & get your people back to work safely.
Jun 2020
Update to the Blip timesheet report
Admins & managers can now generate a report that will show the number of shifts and hours worked, break duration & the total hours worked excluding breaks.
May 2020
4 million Blips
Another milestone for Blip! After reaching 3 million global clock-ins in February, we have now surpassed 4 million.
May 2020
Get your business back on it’s feet with BrightHR’s Back to Work Navigator
The brand-new hub that helps you manage all your back to work processes in one place.
Apr 2020
Protect your staff’s privacy with Blip
Admins can now set geolocations as private so the details of employees' home addresses remain hidden.
Apr 2020
Furlough navigator tool
BrightHR’s brand-new furlough navigator tool gives employers one place to record all their essential staff information and reduces the time it takes to submit wage claims.
Apr 2020
Send alerts with BrightHR
Admins and Managers can now use BrightHR to send alerts directly to employees through the notifications tab in settings.
Mar 2020
Blip geo
Blip's geolocation feature is now available to help you manage staff working from different locations.
Feb 2020
3 million Blips
Blip usage keeps growing. Less than 3 months after passing 2 million global clock-ins, we surpassed 3 million.
Feb 2020
BrightHR: HR Software Awards
Thank you Crozdesk for awarding us as a product leader in the HR Software Awards. It's great to see our hard work is being recognised.
Jan 2020
New feature: Employees requesting absences using TOIL balance
Employees can now create absence requests using their TOIL balance and submit to their Manager for approval.
2019
Dec 2019
New feature: Notification of personal information updates
Managers and Administrators are now alerted of updates to employee personal information to help you make sure records are kept up to date.
Nov 2019
2 million Blips
Blip usage keeps growing. Less than 6 months after passing 1 million global clock-ins, we surpassed 2 million.
Oct 2019
Australia and New Zealand launch
BrightHR's award-winning software is now available in Australia & New Zealand.
Sep 2019
New product: BrightInsure
Now you can safeguard your business's future with BrightInsure. It’s optional legal expenses insurance that gives you cover in unfair dismissal and indirect discrimination claims for up to £1 million.
Aug 2019
New feature: PoP by BrightHR
Manage staff expenses with ease and approve them on the go.
Jun 2019
New feature: Document reminders
Get instant notifications for important dates, such as when it’s time to renew an employee’s driving licence.
Jun 2019
New feature: Notes
Make notes against employee profiles so you can jot down any important information.
May 2019
1 million Blips
Soon after celebrating Blip's 1st birthday, we surpassed more than 1 million global clock-ins.
Apr 2019
New feature: BrightInform
Access thousands of resources, guides, and tools for professionals in one easy-to use online platform.
Jan 2019
New BrightAdvice mobile app
The BrightAdvice app lets BrightAdvice customers get quick legal support on the go. Plus, keep tabs on the support we’ve given them.
2018
Dec 2018
Added mandatory leave to BrightHR
This new improvement makes booking mandatory leave for your staff easy.
Nov 2018
Launched: Bright Wellbeing & Counselling
Our complete employee assistance programme Bright Wellbeing & Counselling now offers face-to-face counselling. Plus, access to online self-help tools to put your people in control of their wellbeing.
Oct 2018
New feature: Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
This new feature lets you keep a record of the TOIL your staff earn and help them to book TOIL as an absence.
Sep 2018
New calendar
Enjoy an easier-to-use calendar with a grid view and new filters.
Sep 2018
Launched: BrightSafe
We launched BrightSafe our health & safety advice line to help protect businesses with jargon free advice from qualified health & safety specialists.
Sep 2018
Ireland launch
BrightHR’s now available in Ireland.
Jul 2018
Variable hour employee lateness
Check lateness for casual workers on your app.
Jul 2018
Extra absence types
Choose from more absence types like adoption and shared parental leave.
Jul 2018
New and improved employee profile
Based on customer feedback, we made the employee profile easier to use and with a clearer absence tab.
May 2018
GDPR report
Export all the information you hold on your staff in our employee details report.
May 2018
Update to mobile planner
Based on customer feedback we improved the planner on our mobile app.
May 2018
Assign start date to working time pattern
Set a working time pattern from a specific date in the past.
May 2018
Holiday entitlement in hours
Regular employees can now enter their holiday request in hours and minutes.
Apr 2018
Share documents securely
Control whether to share or hide important documents from your staff.
Apr 2018
New feature: Blip by BrightHR
Free clocking in and out app available to BrightHR customers.
Mar 2018
Canada mobile launch
BrightHR’s now available on mobile in Canada.
Jan 2018
Employee start date and leave year
Amend an employee’s start date or leave year on their profile.
Jan 2018
New feature: HR documents
Use document templates to create your own. Exclusive to BrightAdvice customers.
2017
Dec 2017
Holiday carryover
Carry over leftover annual leave into the next year for your staff.
Oct 2017
Payroll exceptions report
Download this new report to see all approved absences over a set period. This will help you to complete payroll.
Sep 2017
Variable hour employees
Set up BrightHR for staff that work casual or irregular hours.
Sep 2017
Canada launch
BrightHR’s now available on desktop in Canada.
Aug 2017
Rota improvements
Update includes being able to remove shifts from rotas, add notes to shifts and access rotas on your mobile.
Aug 2017
BrightHR Alexa skill
Ask Alexa who is absent today and get a response without stopping your work. Plus, say “brewlette” and Alexa will randomly pick one of your team to make a cuppa.
Mar 2017
New feature: BrightEAP
Confidential wellbeing advice line launches for BrightHR customers.
Jan 2017
New feature: Shifts and rotas
Enjoy a simpler way to make shifts and rotas. Plus, share them with your staff instantly.
2016
Aug 2016
Holiday requests conflict
Get a notification when multiple staff request the same time off.
Aug 2016
Peninsula integration
Peninsula clients can now use their Portal through BrightHR.
Aug 2016
Sickness timeline
View a timeline of logged sickness.
May 2016
Ongoing absence notifications
Get prompts to ask an employee for a fit note or to record their first day back to work.
May 2016
New Feature: BrightAdvice
Employment law helpline with qualified legal advisors launches for BrightHR customers.
Mar 2016
Android mobile app
BrightHR’s mobile app now available to Android users.
Mar 2016
New feature: Document storage
Keep all of your employee documents in one place with unlimited HR document storage.
2015
Nov 2015
First release of BrightHR
Features include:
- Regular employees.
- Seven-day working time patterns.
- BrightHR iOS mobile app.
- Instant notifications for managers and employees.
Nov 2015
BrightHR Launch
BrightHR Launch Party