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Inflation can be a formidable challenge for businesses, impacting various aspects of their operations. The significance of addressing this issue and the concrete ways in which Human Resources (HR) can support organizations during inflationary periods cannot be understated.

Succession planning is a crucial element in any organization's long-term success. It's the roadmap that ensures an organization continues to thrive, even when key leaders step down or move on. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of a robust succession plan, common challenges faced, and how the Career Development module in OrangeHRM can be a game-changer in nurturing future leaders.

One crucial process for any organization is onboarding new employees. Traditionally, onboarding has been a time-consuming and manual task, but with the advent of technology, automation has revolutionized this crucial HR function. In this blog, we will explore the many benefits of automating onboarding and why OrangeHRM stands out as the ideal solution for simplifying this process.

Change is an inevitable part of any organization's journey toward growth and success. In today's fast-paced business world, adaptability and transformation are key. 

The rise of technology, remote work, and the need for agility have brought forth the future of work – a paradigm that demands adaptability and innovation from every corner of an organization. Among the departments facing significant transformations, the HR team stands at the forefront. Is your HR team prepared for the future of work? Let's delve into what this entails and explore how OrangeHRM can play a pivotal role in ensuring your team's readiness.

In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, finding innovative ways to engage and motivate employees is crucial. Enter gamification – a powerful strategy that is changing the game for HR programs. With its ability to tap into the innate human desire for competition, achievement, and rewards, gamification is reshaping how HR initiatives are perceived and executed.

Ensuring the well-being of your employees is not just a legal obligation, but also a moral responsibility. Employee well-being encompasses both mental and physical health, which significantly contribute to their overall productivity and job satisfaction. Let's delve into the importance of safeguarding employee well-being and explore effective strategies to create a safer and healthier work environment and culture.

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving corporate landscape, Human Resources is undoubtedly at the forefront of driving organizational success. As businesses grow and adapt to modern challenges, traditional HR practices may fall short of meeting the demands of today's workforce. This is where cloud-based HR solutions come into play, revolutionizing the way HR professionals, managers, and IT admins handle critical HR processes.

Re-engaging your team is like breathing new life into your company's culture. It's time to ignite the spark and reignite the passion within your employees. In this blog, we'll delve into the significance, challenges, and benefits of re-engaging your workforce.

Mastering the art of leave management is essential for maintaining a harmonious balance between employee needs and organizational requirements. By implementing effective leave management practices, you create an environment where employees feel supported, engaged, and motivated.

Imagine your company as a magnet, effortlessly attracting the best and brightest minds in the industry. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it's not just a fairy tale. With effective employer branding, you can make it a reality. So, what exactly is employer branding?

Businesses may face difficulties during a recession as many struggle to remain afloat and sustain profitability. Organizations sometimes concentrate on cost-cutting measures during these periods, such as lowering employee headcount or freezing compensation. However, professional development is one area that businesses shouldn't ignore.

Imagine having a superpower that enables you to unlock the hidden potential of your workforce, make informed decisions, and transform your HR processes. Well, that's precisely what HR analytics brings to the table! By harnessing the magic of data and analytics, you can unravel patterns, identify trends, and gain valuable insights into your organization's most vital asset: your employees. So how do you get started?

In today's fast-paced and dynamic workplace, nurturing a diverse workforce and fostering career development is essential for organizational success.

Performance management is a continuous process that needs to be continuously monitored, assessed, and adjusted. Both managers and employees must participate in effective performance management, and clear and unbiased performance standards must be implemented.

Version 5.4 has been released, and it's packed with some fantastic new features and improvements that will make managing your HR tasks a breeze.

OrangeHRM's latest version 7.9 upgrade is a game-changer for HR management. With features like hour-based leave, e-signature for documents, and the remember me feature, HR managers and employees can expect a more efficient, secure, and user-friendly experience.

The new OrangeHRM Advanced Mobile App Version 4.6 is designed to cater to the needs of modern businesses by providing HR management solutions on the go.

Performance management is the process of setting goals, assessing progress, and providing feedback to employees to improve their performance.

OrangeHRM is an HR management software that provides organizations with a comprehensive suite of HR tools. The software is designed to automate and streamline HR tasks, enabling organizations to focus on more strategic initiatives.

With the HR department's role becoming increasingly important in a global labor market context, a dynamic and well-functioning HR department can help organizations immensely.

Typically, small businesses employ well below one hundred people, but this relatively small number is still substantial in terms of human resource man

Losing a valued employee provides an important learning opportunity for organizations if leaders are willing to reflect on and identify the root cause of such a loss.

In today's fast-paced and competitive business environment, organizations strive to create a positive workplace culture to increase employee engagement, boost productivity, and retain talent.

In any crisis, it's essential for organizations to find ways to maintain productivity and efficiency while navigating new challenges.

A compensation strategy is a plan or approach used by organizations to determine how they will compensate their employees for their work.

A well-designed onboarding program can help new employees feel welcome, prepared, and connected to the organization, leading to higher retention rates, increased productivity, and greater overall job satisfaction.

Learn how celebrating Black History Month at work promotes diversity, inclusion & awareness. Discover ideas to create a welcoming workplace culture.

OrangeHRM has done it again! For the fifth time in a row, OrangeHRM has won the SourceForge Spring Category Leader award for HR software. This coveted award recognizes the best free and open-source HR software in the market, and OrangeHRM has been taking the top spot since Spring 2022. 

HR done right can make your company culture thrive and lead to a more efficient and profitable organization. With the latest improvements made to Recruitment, Reporting & Analytics, and Employee Management modules in OrangeHRM’s 7.8 version, you can drive your HR department to success in 2023 with confidence!

Power skills of the workforce can be considered as an accumulated body of knowledge that covers everything that is needed to be successful at work.

The support an organization provides toward an employee’s professional development, particularly when the employee transitions to a new role or assignment within the company is characterized as career development. Coaching, mentoring,

Quiet quitting, what it is, what it isn’t, why you should care, and what you can do about it. The term “quiet quitting” is making the rounds on social media these days.

We are excited to announce the release of the latest 7.7 version of our HR software, which is now better than ever before...

Kevin has been with his company for the past four years. He is a developer at a fast-paced tech company downtown.

According to Effectory, employee engagement is 27% higher among those who feel their training is adequate than among those who feel undertrained. This is critical considering that strong interaction enhances employee retention by 38% and employee performance by 26%. Furthermore,

Diversity, while often a hot-button topic, has become a key factor in today's workplace...

OrangeHRM is pleased to announce the release of version 7.6. This upgrade contains further enhancements to the most recent 7.5 version which was released on 1st April 2022. Some of the main improvements of version 7.6 include an enhanced Candidate List, under-the-hood changes that allow better filtering, more shortcut capabilities, and UI improvements that enable better usability for the end user.

OrangeHRM is a robust and flexible HRMS solution with a wide range of features to help you manage all your HRM challenges. OrangeHRM offers many modules such as Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Management, Performance Management, 

The free & open-source HRMS of OrangeHRM, the OrangeHRM Starter was recently upgraded to the 5.0 version which brings major improvements to its user interface, user experience, and the technology stack. This upgrade will now be available to all 5 million+ OrangeHRM users worldwide and anyone

Further solidifying its claim to be the best free and open-source HR software in the market, OrangeHRM has been recognized as an HR Software Category Leader by SourceForge, a world-leading software reviews and comparison website.

OrangeHRM’s starter version—the free and open source version of the company’s HR software—dominated the SourceForge’s 2022 Community Awards, clinching awards in multiple categories.  OrangeHRM received the following awards:

OrangeHRM’s 7.5 release brings powerful improvements to its system UI, Reporting & Analytics module, and OrangeHRM’s own employee engagement & social media platform the OrangeHRM Buzz.

OrangeHRM recently released version 7.4 bringing in upgrades to its Training, Performance, and PIM modules. 

HR management is not simply maintaining employee records anymore. HRM over the years has evolved into being one of the most important departments helping to direct human resources towards achieving organizational objectives. 

People quit for many reasons. Most of the time, the common perception is that people quit because of having bad relationships with their managers or because they are not paid enough. However, there’s so much more to quitting than what meets the eye.

Spreadsheets, filing cabinets, and document folders are a thing of the past even for HR departments. The development of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) provides HR teams the tools required for multiple HR functions like employee management, attendance and time tracking, performance management, PTO/leave management and so much more.

According to a recent poll conducted by Tjinsite, a division of TimeJobs.com, it has been found that 35% of employees feel that lack of appreciation and recognition at the workplace is a critical factor that decreases their productivity levels over time. Another study conducted by the

We all have been in situations where we want to find the contact details of another employee but it's not available. At least not easily! What would mostly happen is that you would ask another colleague or two who could have the contact information of the person you are looking for. 

It has been over a year since COVID-19 hit the world by surprise and forced all of us into social distancing

In the world of HR, attendance tracking is a basic activity and it is core to almost every other thing you do. Whether it be performance appraisals, payroll, reporting or leave management, you need the attendance data of your employees. 

Version 7.1 of OrangeHRM comes after the most recent release of version 7.0.2 in February and the previous flagship version of 7.0 in December 2020. This latest upgrade brings several improvements to the

The need for quick, precise and convenient decision making based on actual employee data is more important than ever before

With the global pandemic, more and more people working in the safety of their own homes, organizations have come to rethink

25% of businesses say that they don’t even offer a formal onboarding. Take this free test to learn

In today's digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It holds valuable information about customers, operations, and finances. However, not every business takes data security as seriously as they should. In this blog post, we'll explore some common data security risks and why it's crucial to address them. Plus, we'll introduce you to OrangeHRM, your trusted solution that prioritizes data security and compliance with GDPR and ISO regulations.

If you are having a hard time taking on with the number of appraisal cycles to sort by the end of the period, you can put your game together with Enterprise 6.5.18

As you start to look for an HRM or HRIS for your business, there are a few major details you need to think of before making that jump

When the snow starts to melt, every HR manager knows what time it is

New Jersey based World renowned HR Software Company OrangeHRM, announces a number of new features and enhancements with its latest update

Like customers, employees in your organization too, have many

03 Reasons Why Online Training is Best

OrangeHRM has also made significant improvements to enhance the user experience of the system and enable employees

Whether you're a seasoned HR professional or a business owner looking to expand your team, recruiting remotely can open up a world of opportunities. But to do it right, you need a well-thought-out strategy and the right tools in place.

It’s an ordinary working day at the office and teams are responding to

This latest release of OrangeHRM’s Mobile App - Version 2.5, can now be downloaded.

This latest release of OrangeHRM’s comprehensive, free, feature-rich, and user-friendly Open Source Human Resources Management System covers

Corporates across the world have advised employees to work remotely

No matter what industry sector you’re in, an HR Management System can provide a wealth of information to help you and your organisation perform better. It is of much benefit to an organisation to understand their workforce. Through insights gained from HR Technology, they become aware of where the employee is at, and how they feel about their experiences.

OrangeHRM, the World’s Most Popular & Friendliest HR Management System now has joined forces with one of the fastest, most accurate single touch payroll systems named Definitiv, a Payroll software company. 

In today's dynamic business landscape, a new generation of professionals has emerged, redefining the workplace culture and expectations. Millennials, born between the early 1980s and mid-1990s, have brought fresh perspectives, tech-savviness, and a unique approach to their careers. One notable trend that has caught the attention of HR managers and business leaders alike is the rising retention rate among millennials. But what's the real reason behind this phenomenon?

There are some very very valuable lessons we can learn from this portly, jolly, white-bearded character who is depicted wearing a red coat

The influence of different generations on the labor landscape cannot be ignored. Over the years, a distinct shift in priorities has been observed – from earlier generations being primarily money-driven to the current generation placing a higher emphasis on the quality of life.

Human resource management (HRM) plays a crucial role in an organization's success. However, many HR departments still grapple with a common challenge: managing employee data through cumbersome spreadsheets. While spreadsheets have been a go-to tool for ages, it's time to acknowledge their limitations, such as security risks and time-consuming processes. This blog explores five approaches to bid adieu to the spreadsheet struggle in HRM and embraces the efficiency and security offered by dedicated HR software.

Practicing topnotch prospect management and offering superior candidate care can help HR Teams pick the right person

A couple of days ago the world shook over the declaration of bankruptcy of the German Holiday Airline Giant, Thomas Cook. 

One often overlooked aspect of a productive workplace is humor. Yes, you read that right - humor! Humor at work isn't just about telling jokes; it's about creating a culture where people feel comfortable, engaged, and motivated.

HR Teams can now quantify and present the number of tasks or amount of work done by them.

HR professionals play a critical role in identifying and developing talent within an organization. However, many HR professionals overlook the importance of succession planning. Without proper succession planning, an organization risks losing its top talent and hindering its long-term success. 

Employee Well Being is a vital component of a Healthy Work Place as it contributes to higher Workforce Engagement and Healthier Organisational Growth.

Listening isn't just about hearing words; it's about truly understanding, empathizing, and responding effectively. Great listeners possess a skill that transcends titles – whether you're an employee, manager, supervisor, or any role within an organization, honing your listening skills can make you an invaluable asset. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of being a good listener, how to listen effectively, and the profound impact of active listening in the corporate world.

In today's fast-paced work environment, employee burnout has become a pressing concern for both employers and employees. Burnout can affect productivity, engagement, and overall well-being. But what are the telltale signs?

Internal customers are the most important asset of an organization, without which an organization will not be able to run its business.

In order for an organization to be successful and have an edge over their competition, both these functions need to have the right people

You can now implement dynamic goal setting throughout

You can now experience enhanced project performance under Time module as you can 

New convenient HELP button- OrangeHRM’s new HELP platform replaces OrangeHRM University and includes new source of learning and training from keyword search, product feature articles to FAQs. 

Having a good boss can make a world of difference in your work life. However, not every boss is perfect, and sometimes you may find yourself in a position where you need to train your boss. This can seem like a daunting task, but with the right approach, it can be a great opportunity for growth and development.

You’re probably thinking, the planet with  a ring to it. What I'll be telling you about, does have 

We have a question for you: Why did you hire them in the first place? Those brilliant minds and exceptional talents that dazzled you during the recruitment process? We bet it was because you saw their potential, their ability to contribute to your organization's success.

These situations are quite common if you have not organised proper leave documentation through a Leave management Software.

Ever came across clients asking for an established Human Resource Management System (HRMS) in your product portfolio or even ask you to recommend and refer one?

In the dynamic world of business, traditional annual performance reviews are losing their charm. Companies are realizing that evaluating employee performance just once a year is simply not enough to drive growth and success. Enter continuous performance management, a game-changer that revolutionizes the way organizations develop and motivate their employees. But how do they do it?

These three timesaving solutions work together and complement each other

A flexible working environment can be a great way to boost employee satisfaction and work-life balance. However, it can also present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining productivity.

OrangeHRM's featured  “Performance Management Module” served the Republic of Uganda

If you have not already started tracking your time spent on activities

In the bustling corporate world, where strategy meetings and sales targets reign supreme, it's easy to overlook the powerful tool that's right in front of you: employee feedback. Yes, you heard it right—those voices from the cubicles, boardrooms, and water cooler conversations are more than just background noise. They hold the key to a thriving workplace and a motivated team. So, let's dive into the art of truly listening to your employees, deciphering their verbal and nonverbal cues, and creating a culture of open communication that resonates with every "Hi, boss!"

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, being technically proficient is no longer enough to guarantee success. Employers are increasingly recognizing the significance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace. Emotional intelligence refers to an individual's ability to recognize, understand, and manage their own emotions, as well as effectively navigate and respond to the emotions of others.

This exciting feature has been reintroduced with more flexibility to allow all PIM related information and custom

Configure what the employee should see in the leave calendar. Set up the calendar to show the data of the same location, department, country, supervisor or the entire organization

If you have employees that are traveling for work, expense module will truly make your life easy. It will allow your employees request for travel and

Managing employee leave efficiently is a crucial task for any business. The process involves careful planning and coordination to ensure smooth operations while accommodating the needs of the workforce. But what is leave planning?

Managing a team can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when unforeseen circumstances throw a wrench into your well-planned schedule. Unplanned absences, whether due to illness, emergencies, or personal reasons, can disrupt the workflow and productivity of any organization.

Time is a valuable asset that often seems to slip through our fingers. As deadlines loom, meetings pile up, and tasks multiply, the need for effective time management becomes increasingly evident. Time management is not just a buzzword – it's a critical skill that can make or break success.

The new year is already moving pretty fast, and many of us will have already thought of how we want to improve this year. But how do you stay motivate

3 questions asked when looking at a new HR solution 2018 has now begun, and the majority are back at work thinking about how to improve in the new

The countdown to the festive season start months in advance, and so does planning for it - and it's now very close by! However, this can impact many

Maintaining a healthy and productive workforce is crucial for organizational success. One often overlooked factor that can negatively impact productivity is employee absence. When employees are frequently absent, it can leave organizations feeling under the weather, struggling to meet deadlines, and falling short of their goals. So, let's explore the impact of employee absence and discover how organizations can effectively manage it.

Today, we're diving into the world of GDPR. Don't worry if you're not sure what that acronym means yet; we'll unravel this mystery together. Prepare to embark on a fun and informative journey where we demystify GDPR and its significance for your organization.

Where competition is fierce and customer expectations are constantly evolving, organizations strive to achieve the elusive formula for success. While various factors contribute to an organization's triumph, one fundamental equation stands out: Happy Employees + Happy Clients = Successful Organization.

Following on from my previous blog ‘The importance of communication and real time feedback in the workplace ’ it made me think how else OrangeHRM

Effective communication is a vital component of any successful workplace. Whether between coworkers, managers, employees, or with customers and clients, communication plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of any business. Communication is essential for achieving common goals and promoting teamwork, from exchanging ideas and sharing feedback to resolving conflicts and collaborating on projects. The capacity to communicate effectively has grown in importance in the fast-paced, constantly-changing workplace of today. Employees are no longer restricted to typical office settings thanks to the growth of remote work and digital communication tools. As a result, communication skills are even more essential for success. Instead, they can interact and collaborate from anywhere in the world.

Lawrence Knowles, Chief Product Officer at OrangeHRM talks about the ever growing importance of using the right tools to recruit the right talent. He

We are excited to announce the new version of OrangeHRM Open Source 4.0 is now available and is ready to be used for production. One of the main high

Sujee Saparamadu Founder & CEO of OrangeHRM speaks about what to look out for in Release 6.2.... Release 6.2 marks an historic point in the his

Welcome to the corporate world, where organizations thrive on constant growth, innovation, and success. It is crucial for businesses to create a clear and effective pathway for their employees' career development. The pathway not only benefits individuals by fostering personal growth and job satisfaction but also plays a pivotal role in driving the overall success of the organization.

Major product improvements with automated upgrades New Jersey, USA— Release 6.1 — Recently at the HRTech in Chicago, OrangeHRM announced

Amidst the hustle and bustle, a subtle but potent force often lurks in the shadows: Vulture Marketing. This blog delves into the world of Vulture Marketing, shedding light on what it is, why it matters, and how to avoid falling victim to its allure.

Businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to streamline their operations and optimize their workforce. One such solution that has gained significant traction in recent years is Human Resource Management System (HRMS) software. HRMS software plays a pivotal role in managing and enhancing HR processes within an organization. But with a plethora of options available in the market, how can businesses make the right choice?

The trend of hiring telecommuters or remote employees continues to grow year after year.  At OrangeHRM, over 25% of their workforce telecommutes. 

In this blog, we'll take a lighthearted look at the top 14 insane inquiries that can push HR executives to the edge of their sanity.

1 - Celebrate Everything, Not Just The Goals A series of skill plays or a great shot attempt will often get the fans applause. The team didn't

The success of an organization relies heavily on its ability to manage and align the performance of its employees with its strategic goals. Two popular methods that have gained prominence in this domain are Objectives and Key Results (OKR) and Management by Objectives (MBO). In this blog, we'll dive into these two approaches and explore how they can drive organizational success.

Pokemon Go is changing the world we live in.  It's on pace to be the most popular game and most popular app of all time. There have been many stori

A driver of success, engagement, and profitability, company culture is much more than a popular catch-phrase. Human resources managers are responsi

In many talent areas, the job market is tightening.  A positive candidate journey—even when the hire is not made—is important.  Screening techni

When you implement a new HR platform, it is important to plan ahead. As a leader in HRM solutions, OrangeHRM offers products and services for 

Along with the upgrade of its professional HR solution, OrangeHRM released its application program interface (API) for vendors and developers

Applicant tracking systems (ATS) bring a lot of benefits with them as a recruitment tool. The most popular benefit of an ATS is that of improving

So you've been asked to look into Human Resource or HRMS software for your organization. A quick internet search turns up a large number of compan

l'utilisation croissante des médias sociaux sur les lieux de travail est la nouvelle tendance. Votre entreprise peut elle toujours dire «non?"

Gone are the days when HR departments relied solely on paperwork and spreadsheets to manage their workforce. The introduction of HR technology, commonly referred to as HR tech, has revolutionized the way companies handle their HR functions. But where does your company stand in this tech-driven HR revolution?

Como nuevas aplicaciones y SaaS ofrecen un mayor servicio en el campo de reclutamiento, será hora de que las personas se salgan del juego?

Tendencias del lugar de trabajo apuntan a la creciente utilización de las redes sociales durante horas laborales. ¿Está su empresa diciendo "no"?

Workplace trends point to the increasing use of social media in the workplace. Is your company still saying “no?” In 2012, the Society for Huma

As apps and SaaS offer greater service in the recruiting arena, is it time for humans to get out of the game? A recent study from the National Bure

Comme les organisations s’adaptent aux données, les RH ont pris le pas. Les systèmes de ressources humaines se sont transformés, de centres de

As hiring managers and recruiters access top talent via social channels like LinkedIn, social media is expanding within enterprise. Once banned as a

From information technology to automobiles, disruption is a game-changer.  Taking on the topic of change, Lee Congdon discussed industry challenges

Speaking at OHRMCon in New York last month, Red Hat CIO Lee Congdon offered insight into the open organization and the shift from an industrial to

As organizations adapt to data, HR has kept pace. HR systems have transformed from stagnant storage centers to self-service cross roads, enabling 

Future vision is essential to address todays’ rapidly changing world.  For this series, we have had the opportunity to speak at length with Lee Con

Sujee Saparamadu, CEO at OrangeHRM, was a recent guest on the TechnologyAdvice Expert Interview Series. The series, which is hosted by Technology

As an advocate for business readiness, digital innovation, and global information strategies, Lee Congdon, CIO, Red Hat, is an experienced voice in

Catching up with Lee Congdon, CIO of Red Hat, we had a chance to talk with him about his views on how IT organizations and their business

In October, OrangeHRM invites you to OHRMCon in New York City. At the conference, you’ll have access to the voices, vision, and best practices t

For businesses of all sizes, talent analytics has become a crucial tool for making informed decisions about their workforce. But what exactly are talent analytics, and why should they matter to you? In this blog, we'll explore the world of talent analytics, its significance, and how to harness its power to optimize your organization's performance.

As the world goes mobile, HR functions are poised to go with it. In the United States, searches on mobile devices outnumber those from laptops 

Across industry and enterprise, applicant tracking systems (ATS) help hiring managers and recruiters attract, manage, and hire desirable talent. To st

Open Source by OrangeHRM is a leading, full-featured HR environment—and it is free. Open Source Version 3.3.1 is the second Open Source release 

A recent survey revealed 70 percent of American workers are not engaged in their work, or workplace. As an HR professional, it is your job to recruit

We discussed ways to improve employee engagement through company culture.  Companies with high employee engagement are more profitable, innovative,

OHRMCon is a first-class opportunity to meet open source newsmakers and network in the growing open source community.  It is also a chance to 

In October 2015, OrangeHRM brings OHRM Con to New York City. At the world’s first open source human resources software conference, you can netwo

Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software has become an indispensable tool for organizations in their quest to streamline the hiring process and enhance the candidate experience. In this blog, we will explore how ATS software improves the candidate experience and why OrangeHRM is the ideal choice for your recruitment needs.

Companies across the globe are taking advantage of LinkedIn and all it has to offer when it comes to recruiting talent. One such way companies use

What is the POODLE Vulnerability? Security researchers from Google recently identified a bug that affects SSL 3.0. Despite SSL 3.0 is over 17 years

OrangeHRM recently spoke with Erin Osterhaus, a human resources industry expert and researcher. Erin works as the HR market research associate for

HR professionals are no longer just focused on managing personnel; they play a pivotal role in driving organizational success. To support this transformation, many companies are turning to customized HR software solutions. But before you dive headfirst into customization, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons. In this blog, we'll explore the advantages and drawbacks of customizing HR software.

Staying competitive means staying agile. One critical area where this is especially true is Human Resources Management. As businesses evolve, so do their HR needs. This is where an HR Management System (HRMS) on the cloud comes into play, offering a range of benefits that can make a world of difference.

When an organization is staffed with highly engaged employees, it’s a fact that the team becomes more productive. This increases overall reven

Having access to the most up-to-date Human Resource Management software can make a big difference to any organization. This is why Orange HRM, 

Choosing the right HRM software can significantly impact your company's efficiency and growth. So, how do you ensure you select the best HRM solution for your organization? In this blog, we'll explore five essential factors to consider when making this crucial decision.

Many companies are now realizing the benefits of implementing on-site HRM solutions to streamline their HR processes. In this blog, we will explore the key advantages of on-site HRM implementation and take a closer look at how OrangeHRM can offer a seamless on-site implementation experience.

Onboarding new employees can be time-consuming and challenging, but it's critical to ensure that new hires are successfully integrated into the organization. Effective onboarding can help save time and money in the long run by reducing turnover, improving employee retention, and increasing productivity.

As you may know the heartbleed vulnerability has been a major concern during the past week. We are please to inform you that we and our service prov

OrangeHRM has been translated to many languages during the past few years; however most of the other OrangeHRM add-ons didn’t have translations for

OrangeHRM continuously keeps on updating its products in order to provide the best solution to customers and also to make sure that the system 

ERP systems aren’t complete with an HRM component in it. HR being a vast domain on its own, ERP software companies aren’t really able to pioneer

High employee turnover can lead to increased costs, reduced productivity, and a negative impact on company culture. But what is employee turnover?

Confidence can make all the difference between landing your dream job and missing out on a great opportunity. Confidence is not something that only a select few are born with; it's a skill that can be developed and honed over time. In this blog, we'll explore some effective strategies to boost your confidence for your next interview, helping you put your best foot forward.

Extreme programming(XP) is one of many Agile software development methodologies which makes the development process responsive for changing customer

According to a recent survey, around 60% of the people from around the world are not satisfied with their jobs. In most cases, people select wrong job

At OrangeHRM we continue to strive and create solutions to cater to your pain points in managing you day to day human resources. We are pleased t

The OrangeHRM training program gives you the knowledge and expertise on using the OrangeHRM system productively.Individuals undergoing this training 

The latest stable version of OrangeHRM is now available. The release was made after two candidate releases, which helped us get valuable feedback

Due to our community’s  overwhelming demand of a payroll system and to further bring OrangeHRM to the next level; OrangeHRM has now joined hands

The release candidate for OrangeHRM 2.7.1 is now available. This release features enhancements made to boost the performance of the system.

As the world leading and fast growing HRIS Solution for SMEs, OrangeHRM has been very confident in targeting and catering our products and services to

OrangeHRM has released user guides for it's latest stable version, OrangeHRM 2.7. It is a comprehensive user guide segmented by the 3 main user

Upon the many on-site training requests and potential OrangeHRM users reporting from the Bali region, we are hoping to conduct our next on-site train

We are pleased to inform that the 3rd training for Indonesia this year will be held in Surabaya, Indonesia. After two successful training events in

Coming to an end of another flourishing year for OrangeHRM, we are happy to reminiscence the many successfully completed training programs that were

Last but not the least the admin module has been re-engineered with a list of many improvements and also adjustments that were needed to make it more

Keeping our community updated on OrangeHRM is very important to us. We have been able to interact with them via facebook, twitter and linkedin. Orange

A few vulnerability issues were identified in OrangeHRM version 2.6.11, by a company named Advisory Htbridge Ch and these issues were analyzed and fix

Among the emerging HRM practices, Video interviewing or Virtual Interviewing has taken precedence in the market place. OrangeHRM will provide BSI's

OrangeHRM is used by a global community ranging from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe, hence the importance for the system to be

Are you a creative individual? Are you familiar with PHP & Smyfony? OrangeHRM is on the hunt for creative and productive HR apps that can

Country based settings were a frequent request throughout the last year; this includes date format configurability and language selection. OrangeHRM 

Transforming OrangeHRM’s diverse user community into qualified and skilled HR Personnel is the prime objective of OrangeHRM Training programs.

Managing Personal Information of all the employees and populating the data into a centralized data repository is a key role of HR Management. 

OrangeHRM featured in “Human Resource Information Systems” by Michael J. Kavanagh, Mohan Thite and Richard D. Johnson The Human Resource Inform

OrangeHRM constantly monitors the demands of its diverse user community. The feedback given by the community base had aided in implementing an

OrangeHRM constantly acknowledges the demands of its diverse user community, thus giving rise to a flexible application that fulfills HR requirements

If you have made the right choice of using OrangeHRM as the HR solution for your company, here is your chance to step forward along with us. We are

2.6.5 was a successful and was well received by the global user base. The version contained a modernized PIM and useful feature additions. Like any

If acquiring knowledge on Human Resource Management is your motive, then OrangeHRM On-Site Training is the best option for you.  Our goal is to

We have laid the foundation for users to becoming a trusted and valuable resource for OrangeHRM users around the world. The program started 

It's one thing to build a robust HR software, but it's a totally different thing to make it usable and help users get the most out of it. OrangeHRM

Version 2.6.4 was marked stable and released to the community today. The release features enhancements and usability improvements made to the Personne

OrangeHRM 2.6.2 was released yesterday with some significant usability improvements to the personnel information module. We are proud to announce

OrangeHRM 2.6.4 will be released this week. The continuous usability improvements have proven to be very successful, existing users are slowly being

How much time do you spend or waste managing leave in your organization? How accurate are these calculations? Are those in compliance with your

2011 has been a key year for OrangeHRM in terms of enhancing the system by identifying and improving the usability of the system. OrangeHRM is feature.

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We are pleased to unveil OrangeHRM 2.6.1 is now stable and is ready to be used for production. Since the first beta and through the release candidate

Thanks to the OrangeHRM community's feedback, we have done some minor changes that were highlighted in 2.6.1-rc.1 which will increase the usability

The OrangeHRM engineering team has made available a looming new version. The release serves as a trial-candidate before 2.6.1 is released on 20th Janu

The more your business matures and flourishes the more challenges it is going to face. People management is by far one of the earliest challenges you

Over the past few years, we’ve seen the community grow and member contributions have driven OrangeHRM to become the "World's Most Popular Human 

The emergence of HR portals and self-service technologies has created a major new opportunity for the HR function. Paper-based, "central-office"

What is SaaS? Software as a service, sometimes referred to as "software on demand," is software that is deployed over the internet and/or is deplo

Are you looking for an efficient and cost-effective way to train your team on using OrangeHRM? Pick a location and let us come to you. More and

Since the successful launch of OrangeHRM Live we have many companies using OrangeHRM Live to over come their HRIS needs without having to worry about 

We are pleased to announce the release of OrangeHRM 2.6, the latest stable release of our open source version. The key feature being the OrangeHRM 

OrangeHRM has been continuously receiving lots of support from its community members around the world. Students from PUCIT & SERC, Age De Gong

Web-Based Software is a software you use over the internet with a web browser. You don’t have to install any CDs, download any software, or worry

Our launch of OrangeHRM Live was such a hit that there were over 500+ visitors who stopped by to get more information about the product. Another

A leading Open Source blog ranked OrangeHRM as one of the top 25 projects on Sourceforge.net. Earlier in 2008 OrangeHRM was selected as the Project

The soccer world cup is scheduled to take place in South Africa from the 11th of June to the 11th of July. While in contact with James Abrahams a 

In our endeavor to make OrangeHRM a highly secure enterprise application, we'll soon be releasing a patch (2.5.0.5) for the latest stable version of

Many users have been requesting for this feature, as we always answer to calls of our esteemed community we have done the necessary template changes

Yet another group of IT research developers have joined hands with OrangeHRM to assist us with some key development projects. These young talents are

2010 for OrangeHRM took off with the release of 2.6 and the performance module. Adding icing to the cake MySQL Co-Founder David Axmark and one of MySQ

A performance evaluation is a stressful time for a manager. With the OrangeHRM performance module we make performance evaluation a walk through

PUCIT Lahore is a set of Pakistani contributors. They have proposed a Meeting Module for OrangeHRM. Requirements spec and UI spec are already posted

OrangeHRM currently doesn't have a proper mechanism to allow third party modules and plugins to be integrated. However certain community users have ta

The target set to be reached in the 1st quarter of next year was achieved much earlier with ease and just before the closure of a successful year for

Just after releasing alpha.2 version of the upgrader, a failure to upgrade was identified when a customer defined in OrangeHRM has more than one proje

You can download orangehrm-2.5-upgrader-alpha.2 at Source Forge now. Following issues were fixed in this release. Failure of importing data from

We released much awaited OrangeHRM 2.5 on October 6th. The urgency to release 2.5 did not give us much time to explain our plans to provide upgraders

The much awaited OrangeHRM version 2.5 was released today. OrangeHRM 2.5 was designed to meet the needs of the community. Making OrangeHRM more user

Your dedication and respect for OrangeHRM is unprecedented. OrangeHRM would like to thank you for your incredible support. Your stunning outpouring 

A group of students from the Software Engineering Research Center, National University of Computers and Emerging Sciences, Lahore Campus, Lahore

We are proud to announce that OrangeHRM has reached yet another major goal on its successful path. Reaching 250,000 downloads since its first release 

Thank you all for nominating us to compete as “Best Project for Enterprise” in the SourceForge Community Choice Award 2009. Now, it is time to

Now you have a valuable opportunity to get involved in QA Testing OrangeHRM. We are planning to share the process, tasks, tools and techniques we 

Many of you had asked a grid view of timesheets where ESS users can enter time for whole week in a single view rather than entering event by event.

OrangeHRM version 2.4.1 contained automated upgraders for version 2.2.2.2, 2.3 and 2.4. But it didn't support version 2.4.0.1. OrangeHRM 2.4.0.1 

For the ease of users, when installing OrangeHRM, its installer creates the required MySQL database. For this OrangeHRM requires MySQL root details.

We're considering some enhancements to the OrangeHRM Leave Module to make it more user-friendly and more useful for large organizations. Please have 

We are in the process of introducing a new and more meaningful set of menu icons to OrangeHRM. As an initiative, we included 22 new icons in 2.5-beta

OrangeHRM 2.5-alpha.8 development release is now available. The punch in/out feature which was combined with timesheets, is now separately available

OrangeHRM 2.5-alpha.5 development release is now available with more user interface bug fixes in Admin and Leave modules. Click here to download

Of all requests for new features in OrangeHRM, 46.4% have been for an Employee Performance Review module. Now we have started the requirements phase

The new OrangeHRM support plan: "Basic Support" is now avaiable for $49.00 per year. The objective of introducing this low price support option is to

In an attempt to improve the usability of OrangeHRM, we have made it possible to expand and collapse the job description in a vacancy. This improvemen

We received a few requests from users suggesting that OrangeHRM should implement employee scheduling with shifts and rosters. We would like to get 

We are proud to announce that OrangeHRM has reached yet another major milestone on its successful path. Reaching 200,000 downloads since its first

OrangeHRM 2.5-alpha.2 development release is now available to download from SourceForge. The following enhancements are there in this release: (1)

OrangeHRM has released the first alpha version of the much awaited OrangeHRM 2.5, which has the new look user interface. The user interface 

The first stable version of OrangeHRM 2.4.1, which has an automated upgrader is now available to download from SourceForge. Download OrangeHRM 2.4

A number of users of OrangeHRM have asked us what's next in OrangeHRM. This post is an attempt to give you an overview of what's being developed now

You can now follow OrangeHRM on Twitter, and get to know about latest product releases, new features being developed, and other news items about Orang

Each month, the SourceForge community chooses one project from the hundreds of thousands hosted at SourceForge.net to be the Project of the Month

We're happy to announce that today, OrangeHRM is ranked 5th on Sourceforge based on activity. Sourceforge hosts hundreds of thousands of projects

We're happy to announce that a web based upgrader has been added to OrangeHRM 2.4.1 which upgrades your previous stable version of OrangeHRM to Orange

In the current version of OrangeHRM, project time and punch in/out time entry mechanisms are integrated in a single timesheet. The punch in/out was 

After months of testing, bug fixes, and seven beta releases, we have released OrangeHRM 2.4 as a stable release to SourceForge. This is the first stab

Based on user feedback, we have decided to improve the look and usability of OrangeHRM user interface. The initial prototypes are now available. 

We just released OrangeHRM 2.4-beta.7 to SourceForge. This continues our effort to raise the bar for product quality. We have been focusing a lot on

Ostatic is a blog devoted to open source software. The name is supposed to mean "Ecstatic" about "Open Source". Its goal is to increase the adoption

OrangeHRM is a product that matures fast with the help of the collective intelligence of its large community of users all over the world. We have a race

We are happy to announce that OrangeHRM is now supported on the latest and best Firefox version 3. This was added in OrangeHRM 2.4-beta.5