### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Topics**](#resources-topics) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Payroll Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, Topics, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Payroll Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, [topics](#resources-topics) to contrast viewpoints, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Topics**](#resources-topics) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Payroll Software Articles [![W-9 vs. 1099 Forms: What's the Difference?](https://sell.g2.com/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-11-06%20at%2012.04.20%20PM.png "W-9 vs. 1099 Forms: What's the Difference?")](https://www.g2.com/articles/w9-vs-1099) [ ### W-9 vs. 1099 Forms: What's the Difference? ](https://www.g2.com/articles/w9-vs-1099) Is there anything more confusing or nerve-wracking than doing your own taxes? [ ![Lauren Pope](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Lauren Pope") LP ](https://learn.g2.com/author/lauren-pope) by Lauren Pope [![Payroll Management vs. Processing: The Difference Matters](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI002_Backlog_Images-%5BPayroll_Management%5D_V1b.png "Payroll Management vs. Processing: The Difference Matters")](https://www.g2.com/articles/payroll-management-and-processing) [ ### Payroll Management vs. Processing: The Difference Matters ](https://www.g2.com/articles/payroll-management-and-processing) With so many options from payroll software to outside services to manage payroll, paying employees shouldn't be a challenge. [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu [![What Is Payroll? (+How to Do It Yourself)](https://learn.g2crowd.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Payrolls%20-%20Folder%20Register%20Name%20in%20Directory.%20Colored,%20Blurred%20Image.%20Closeup%20View.%203D%20Render-1.jpeg "What Is Payroll? (+How to Do It Yourself)")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-payroll) [ ### What Is Payroll? (+How to Do It Yourself) ](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-payroll) Whether you’re a small business or a large enterprise, a streamlined payroll process is crucial to keeping your employees happy and your finances in order. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante ## Payroll Software Glossary Terms [![Payroll Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI679_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bpayroll_management%5D_V1b.png "Payroll Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/payroll-management-definition) [Payroll Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/payroll-management-definition) Payroll management is an administrative process that ensures employees are financially compensated for their work. Learn more about its types and benefits. by Holly Landis [![Combat Pay](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI362_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BCombat_Pay%5D_V1a.png "Combat Pay")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/combat-pay-definition) [Combat Pay](https://www.g2.com/glossary/combat-pay-definition) Combat pay is extra military compensation for qualifying dangerous-duty service, including hostile fire, imminent danger, and combat-zone tax benefits. by Whitney Rudeseal Peet [![HRIS](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI492_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BHRIS%5D_V1a.png "HRIS")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/hris-definition) [HRIS](https://www.g2.com/glossary/hris-definition) Human resource teams use HRIS solutions to manage employee data and streamline tasks. Learn about the types, best practices, and features to consider. by Alyssa Towns [![Payroll](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI466_Glossary_Article_Images-%5BPayroll%5D_V1b.png "Payroll")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/payroll-definition) [Payroll](https://www.g2.com/glossary/payroll-definition) Payroll refers to the system a company uses to manage employee compensation and payment. Learn the essential elements and best practices. by Kelly Fiorini [![In-House](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI379_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BIn_house%5D_illustration_V1b.png "In-House")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/in-house-definition) [In-House](https://www.g2.com/glossary/in-house-definition) In-house refers to an activity performed within an organization using its employees and resources. Learn more about its advantages and disadvantages. by Amanda Hahn-Peters [![Wage Expense](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI251_Glossary_Article_Images-%5BWage_Expense%5D_V1b.png "Wage Expense")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/wage-expense-definition) [Wage Expense](https://www.g2.com/glossary/wage-expense-definition) A wage expense is the cost organizations incur to pay hourly employees and contractors. Learn more about the types of wage expenses. by Amanda Hahn-Peters [![Pre-Tax Deduction](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI141_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BPre-Tax_Deductions%5D_V1b.png "Pre-Tax Deduction")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/pre-tax-deduction-definition) [Pre-Tax Deduction](https://www.g2.com/glossary/pre-tax-deduction-definition) A pre-tax deduction is money subtracted from an employee’s gross pay before taxes are withheld from their paycheck. Learn the types, benefits, and rules. by Martha Kendall Custard [![Admin Services](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-1RT4txDDAbM-unsplash.jpg "Admin Services")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/admin-services-definition) [Admin Services](https://www.g2.com/glossary/admin-services-definition) Admin services are practices needed for employee management within an organization or industry. Learn more about admin services and best practices for HR administration. by Keerthi Rangan [![Wage Garnishment](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI002_Wage_garnishment_V1b.png "Wage Garnishment")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/wage-garnishment) [Wage Garnishment](https://www.g2.com/glossary/wage-garnishment) Wage garnishment can take its toll not only on employees but also on employers. Learn more about wage garnishment, how it can impact a business, and what to do if an employee receives a garnishment of their wages. by Mara Calvello ## Payroll Software Discussions 0 Question on: UKG Workforce Central [What is Kronos Workforce Central?](/discussions/what-is-kronos-workforce-central) What is Kronos Workforce Central? I will no longer participate as you did not send the conversation that you promised Answered: Brandon Stevens on April 8, 2022 I will no longer participate as you did not send the compensation you promised Answered: Brandon Stevens on April 8, 2022 [See more answers (1)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-kronos-workforce-central/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Inova Payroll [What does a payroll software do?](/discussions/what-does-a-payroll-software-do) What does a payroll software do? Inova is not software per se but a payroll processing company. With Inova, you can do as much or as little of the payroll HR that you want. For me, I let Inova do onboarding set up of our new hires but I submit and run the payroll myself. Takes about 15 minutes to submit payroll. Answered: Paul Schultz on April 7, 2022 [Your answer](/discussions/what-does-a-payroll-software-do/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Justworks [What is Justworks?](/discussions/what-is-justworks) What is Justworks? As a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), Justworks can bundle payroll, compliance, HR, and benefits under our umbrella, and help to administer employment-related responsibilities for you. Plus, with our group buying power, you get access to health insurance and other perks at more affordable rates. 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