June 2024: a month of exciting new acquisitions and partnerships
Lots has been happening at Ciphr HQ – and we can’t wait to tell you all about it. From new partnerships and acquisitions to internal initiatives and events, we’ve got loads to shout about this month. So let’s get straight to it!?
It’s official: we’re joining forces with the team at Shape Payroll to deliver market-leading, cutting-edge payroll and HR solutions .?
“Building out Ciphr’s payroll business is a key focus for us this year, and part of our longer-term growth strategy,” says our CEO Sion Lewis . “The acquisition of Shape will further enhance our payroll proposition and help us to continue to support and empower the payroll professionals who use, and rely on, Ciphr’s software and managed service solutions.”?
Adds our MD of payroll, Julie Lally : “This acquisition underscores our commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and technological excellence, as we continue to empower businesses with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.”?
And Alex Bartlett , co-founder of Shape Payroll, says: “With the help of the amazing team at Ciphr, we will be able to take our application to the next level. Being part of the Ciphr brand, will enable us to help customers we couldn’t have reached before.”
Read more about the acquisition here .?
A new acquisition isn’t all. We’ve got even more exciting news - we’ve got a new partner, the DE&I software specialists Fair HQ .
We’re partnering with FairHQ to deliver research- and data-backed solutions that’ll help make your workplace fairer. ???
FairHQ’s tech platform is designed to equip HR leaders with:?
Whether you’re new to DE&I or looking to streamline your existing strategy, we’ve got you covered.?
Learn more about this exciting partnership here .?
Women's wellbeing is super important. And there are so many issues women face every day, from safety and mental health to being a woman in the corporate world.?
We want to look after each other and create a positive support network within Ciphr. But how??
Introducing: CipHERS, a safe space to talk about all things women-related, a great initiative by Caitlin Earnshaw and Lauren Scott-Jackson .?
Once a month, the women (and the people who support women) of Ciphr meet for an informal chat to discuss:?
We had the best time at the Independent Schools' Bursars Association annual conference this year!?
Angela Reda , Sarah Kerr and Amanda Barnden loved meeting existing customers, making new connections and chatting all things education. We also had the chance to catch up with our partner WCBS !?
Missed us at ISBA but still want to learn more about what we can do for educators? Join Philip King for a free webinar on 12 June. He’ll help you solve HR challenges specific to the education sector. Register here. ?
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3 July – moving mountains: the secrets behind a successful office move?
Although well worth it in the end, moving is never an easy task. And an office move is no exception.?
In February, we moved offices from Marlow to Reading. It went off without a hitch, ticking along smoothly and seamlessly every step of the way. And that was because of our talented people team and their organised and well-thought-out approach behind the scenes.?
Join Claire Williams and Jessica Scully (Foundation CIPD) (key players in the success of our office move) as they share how you can make yours a success as well.?
9 July – HR and payroll solutions for legal, finance, insurance and other professional services firms?
HR teams in professional services firms – such as legal firms, finance, insurance, and consulting companies – need to pick an HR software partner that will help them make the case for strategic HR initiatives while also delivering on crucial compliance requirements. Join Marc Greggains for a webinar packed full of practical tips for solving the HR and payroll challenges specific to this sector.???
11 July – the UK general election result: what might it mean for HR and payroll??
As the dust settles on the UK general election, it’s time to assess the expected impact of the result on the HR and payroll profession.?
We’ll scour the winning party’s manifesto and election pledges so you don’t have to. Join our panel of experts for a lively, interactive discussion on what the election might mean for policy and practice over the coming months. This could include flexible working, the minimum wage, tax, immigration, workers’ rights, skills, and so much more.?
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16 July – signs you've outgrown your HR system?
If your HR system is hindering growth and performance, or simply your quest to work more efficiently, then it might be time to switch to a different provider.?
Join Amanda Barnden and Shirley Bousfield MCIPD as they discuss the five signs it's time to make the change - and the benefits of upgrading your software.?
That’s a wrap for June! Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you never miss an edition of HR Boost. Have a great month, and we’ll catch you in July.?