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Payroll Software Articles
Payroll Software Glossary Terms

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 is extra military compensation for qualifying dangerous-duty service, including hostile fire, imminent danger, and combat-zone tax benefits.
by Whitney Rudeseal Peet

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 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 refers to an activity performed within an organization using its employees and resources. Learn more about its advantages and disadvantages.
by Amanda Hahn-Peters

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

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 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 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
I agree with Karen. I don't know what you have now but we have been happy with the HR Module, Benefits Administration, Tax filing, Report Writing, Tech support, Applicant tracking, Time and attendance. ADP is a world wide operation and has pretty much anything you need unless you are working with Federal Contract and need more detail time keeping, they have an upgraded product that would do that.
Answered: Barbara Nativo on June 16, 2020
ADP offers a comprehensive payroll service. They are up-to-date with the latest legislature and offer many learning tools & reports to keep you compliant.
Answered: Marilyn Milby on April 7, 2020
ADP provides a multitude of services: PR, HR & Benefits Mgmt., Tax Svcs.; Time & Labor; PTO Tracking & EE self-service just to name a few!
They are in constant communications with the IRS to ensure compliance for all clients. The 'Bridge' is their portal providing a huge database of tools/guides, as well as a Q&A forum where ADP consultants & clients takes place. I've worked with ADP's different software since 2002 & as they constantly upgrade with the times they are able to keep it user-friendly. It's everything you need from A to Z and worth the investment.
Answered: Linda C Palermo on April 9, 2020
As a HRIS Implementation Consultant I work with ADP WFN and several other industry leaders. All of the systems have similarities and differences when it comes to modules offered, ease of use, customer service, implementation, etc. To fully answer a question like this I would need to know what other system I was comparing ADP to (Ultipro, Paylocity, Workday, etc.) .
Answered: Karen Groover, SPHR on April 20, 2020
To be honest we were with ADP for several years and 2 years ago we switched to a different provider. We only used the Payroll, Time & Attendance and Tax Filing services with ADP. Reason for the switch was their service, we were constantly moved to different service reps. Also when everything switched due to Obama Care there were long wait on the phone just to talk to someone (one time it was almost 3 hours). We made the decision to switch and when I notified them it was almost as if they did not care. I hope their service has changed back to the wa it was when we bgan with.
Answered: Christine Caracci on May 26, 2020
Answered: Christine Caracci on May 26, 2020
Hello, we would love to provide more information about WFN! Compared to many payroll providers that focus mainly on pay processing, Workforce Now differentiates itself by offering a single, integrated system that combines payroll, HR, time & attendance, benefits administration, compliance support, and workforce reporting. This makes it well‑suited for organizations with growing headcount, multi‑state operations, or increasingly complex HR and payroll needs. You can learn more by visiting our product page at https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/adp-workforce-now.aspx
Answered: Jacob Farfan on May 18, 2026
This would be a huge benefit from my perspective. Every time we call with question, it would be helpful to get someone who knows us.
Answered: Karen Alsop on February 22, 2021
Each Client has a Service Team of 2-4 people depending on the products purchased. In addition, you also have a Client Support Manager and a Client Success Manager. If for some reason the team doesn't help, you can go to either of these people (or both). I have not had any issues with our team!!
Answered: Ursula Lehman on February 22, 2021
You should be able to have a dedicated service rep. We currently use Paycor, and I have a name and number of our service rep; however, if I am in a time-sensitive situation when I call in for help, and my rep is busy, I can elect to speak with the next available rep. They are knowledgeable, and if I reach a "trainee", they consult with an experienced rep to get me the best solution to my issue.
Answered: Brenda Renicker on February 22, 2021
Hi there, we see you've been in touch with several customer support advocates and managers to help go through the situation as well as provide options for assisting with getting your employees paid. Please don't hesitate to reach out to them if you have any further questions!
Answered: Andrea Garcia-Vargas on January 2, 2024
I have experienced tax payment issues continuously with Gusto. They have screwed up my quarterly reports. Taken and sat on my money for over a month before submitting it to the IRS. Causing me to personally have to deal with the IRS, pay penalties and late fees. The latest: The math on the report to my State is wrong. How the hell do you screw that up ???? Their customer support takes weeks before they contact you... buy that time you have more penalties and fees with the government. This is not acceptable at all... I will be looking for a new payroll company. I STRONGLY urge anybody to look elsewhere. Does anybody think it is acceptable for a payroll company to take weeks (several weeks) to contact you about errors in reporting payroll taxes ? NOTE: I've never been late in taxes availability in my bank account. They do take it out on time... they just don't pay it on time and do the reports properly either. Forgetting a Schedule B on a 941 is payroll skills 101. They even changed my reporting type and schedule without my authorization too !!!
Answered: Richard Laframboise on May 2, 2020
Payroll Software Reports
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Payroll
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Grid® Report for Payroll
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Enterprise Grid® Report for Payroll
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Momentum Grid® Report for Payroll
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G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Payroll
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Enterprise Grid® Report for Payroll
Summer 2026
Small-Business Grid® Report for Payroll
Summer 2026
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Payroll
Summer 2026
Grid® Report for Payroll
Summer 2026
Momentum Grid® Report for Payroll
Summer 2026
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report