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A burgeoning water utility consulting and technology practice needs help managing its people functions and payroll
Rippling HRIS, Automation Studio, Payroll
Transition from a bespoke set of systems to an integrated HRIS/payroll provider
Canada
Utilities
JP Joly, CEO
Waterworth, a leading water utilities software and consultancy company, was experiencing rapid growth, necessitating efficient management of high-volume employee onboarding and offboarding processes. Additionally, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and managing payroll effectively were critical challenges. The existing systems were not adequately equipped to handle the increasing demands, leading to potential inefficiencies and compliance risks.
Waterworth sought a comprehensive solution to streamline their human resources operations, particularly focusing on:
Automating and managing large-scale onboarding and offboarding processes.
Ensuring strict adherence to compliance standards within the industry.
Implementing an efficient and accurate payroll system.
The goal was to enhance operational efficiency, reduce manual workloads, and maintain compliance across all HR functions.
To address Waterworth's needs, we implemented Rippling, an integrated platform that unifies HR and IT management. The solution encompassed:
Onboarding/Offboarding Automation: Streamlined processes to handle high volumes efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience for new hires and departing employees.
Compliance Management: Tools to monitor and enforce compliance with industry regulations, reducing the risk of non-compliance.
Payroll Integration: An automated payroll system to ensure accurate and timely compensation for all employees.
This comprehensive approach ensured that all HR functions were centralized, automated, and aligned with Waterworth's operational goals.
Assessment and Planning: Conducted a thorough analysis of Waterworth's existing HR processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
System Configuration: Customized the Rippling platform to align with Waterworth's specific requirements, including setting up workflows for onboarding and offboarding.
Compliance Setup: Integrated compliance management tools to monitor and enforce adherence to industry standards and regulations.
Payroll Implementation: Configured the payroll system to automate salary calculations, tax deductions, and ensure timely payments.
Training and Support: Provided comprehensive training sessions for HR staff and ongoing support to ensure smooth adoption and utilization of the new system.
The implementation of Rippling resulted in significant improvements for Waterworth:
Enhanced Efficiency: Automated onboarding and offboarding processes reduced manual workloads and minimized errors.
Improved Compliance: Real-time monitoring and enforcement of compliance standards ensured adherence to industry regulations.
Accurate Payroll: Automated payroll processing ensured timely and precise compensation for employees.
Scalability: The system is equipped to handle future growth, allowing Waterworth to scale operations without compromising efficiency.
Overall, the solution provided Waterworth with a robust and scalable HR infrastructure, enabling them to focus on their core mission of delivering exceptional water utility software and consultancy services.
Waterworth is a cloud-based platform that enables municipalities to manage utility rates in real-time and make smarter decisions around infrastructure updates. Their solutions are designed specifically for local government leaders in North America, helping communities optimize water rates and save for capital renewal to achieve financially sustainable water systems.