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How to solve your payroll woes: tips for switching to a better system

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Published

October 28, 2021

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June 18, 2025

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Many business owners feel like they just can’t quite get payroll right. They may be inclined to blame themselves when, really, it’s the inefficiency and legacy payroll systems, and their inability to integrate easily with other systems, that have failed business owners for a long time. And many of the simpler, more modern systems lack the features that support your business as it grows.

So what exactly should business owners look for in a modern payroll system? Our newest guide to switching payroll systems spells out the why, what, and when. Here’s a preview of some of our top tips. 

Disclaimer

Rippling and its affiliates do not provide tax, accounting, or legal advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide or be relied on for tax, accounting, or legal advice. You should consult your own tax, accounting, and legal advisors before engaging in any related activities or transactions.

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