Four reasons to switch from patchwork systems to a single pay and time solution
Here's why organisations across Australia and New Zealand are leaving disconnected systems behind — and what they’re gaining with a single platform.
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Today’s organisations are managing more complexity than ever. Workforces are global, regulations shift quickly, and talent is no longer bound by borders. When pay and time are spread across disconnected systems, it only adds to the challenge — slowing expansion, creating inconsistent data, and making it harder for leaders to get the visibility and control they need.
It's a common pain point. In the 2024 Payroll Complexity Survey ran by Dayforce and PayrollOrg, 74% of respondents struggle with payroll data issues, including limited analysis capabilities (26%), incomplete reporting (23%), and siloed systems (20%).
At the same time, insights from Human Resource Director (HRD)’s inaugural Australia and New Zealand Readers’ Choice Awards for HR 2025 winners show that more leaders are choosing platforms that bring pay and time together. The reason? They want scalability, efficiency, and stronger governance, all in one solution.
Dayforce was named one of HRD Australia and New Zealand’s Readers’ Choice Award winners for 2025 for Time and Attendance.
Here are four key reasons organisations are making the shift.
1. Better data — without the spreadsheets
Relying on multiple systems means endless reconciliations and uncertainty about what’s accurate. Leaders are left asking: Which numbers can we really trust?
A single pay and time solution brings everything into one place, helping improve data quality and accuracy in reporting. Leaders can quickly spot anomalies, drill into trends, and make proactive adjustments before costs escalate. And when stakeholders can see reliable data, decisions on hiring, overtime, and expansion are based on facts, not guesswork.
2. Cut through compliance challenges
Traditionally, payroll teams waited until the end of the pay period to audit and process data in batches — often under time pressure, which led to errors that carried over into the next cycle.
But with authorities cracking down on underpayment and wage theft, those errors can have serious consequences. A single pay and time solution with continuous calculation capabilities enables payroll teams validate in real-time, allowing them to catch errors earlier and close pay cycles faster.
As organisations expand into new markets, this can mean varying legal requirements that can be a challenge to track. Solutions with configurable governance frameworks can help employers stay up-to-date with changing labour laws and privacy requirements without adding extra manual work.
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3. Lower labour costs with a simplified tech stack
Growth is a top priority for CEOs, but it’s difficult to achieve without the right workforce strategies. Dayforce research shows that 66% of ANZ respondents say there’s usually no one to cover when a colleague is absent, and repetitive instances of this can lead to burnout, unplanned overtime, and higher labour costs.
With accurate data in one platform, managers can build fair schedules that align with business needs, labour budgets, and employee preferences. Because pay is tied directly to time data, payroll is calculated in real-time, helping support compliance with local and global policies.
And as organisations grow, they need to scale without rebuilding their tech stack. A single contract and a central support model can help lower the total cost of ownership, reduce integration needs, and make data available across all regions.
4. A smoother experience for every employee
Organisations face the challenge of delivering quality with fewer resources while dealing with labour shortages and employee stress, burnout, disengagement, and turnover. Too often, disconnected systems add friction, making routine tasks harder than they need to be. According to a Dayforce research report, 92% of respondents in ANZ reported experiencing friction at work, with 69% attributing this to technology as one of the causes.
A single pay and time solution can help simplify everyday tasks. Instead of juggling multiple logins, employees can view their pay slip, approve time, or request leave in one place. With mobile self-service, both frontline and back-office staff can manage admin tasks on the go — freeing up time for more meaningful work.
The bottom line
Moving from patchwork systems to a single platform isn’t just about cleaning up IT. It’s about creating a faster, more accurate, and more consistent experience across the business. It helps leaders gain real-time visibility and control, payroll teams reduce errors and compliance risk, and employees get a smoother experience, so they can do the work they are meant to do.
Pay and time are more powerful together. Explore how Dayforce can help optimise your operations with our single platform for pay and time.
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