The NZPPA annual technology showcase is an event where payroll practitioners and anyone involved in payroll can learn about the latest technology impacting the payroll space.

*Since 2023 the Technology Showcase is a FREE event for NZPPA members.

Payroll technology is not about “keeping up with the Joneses” or “change for change’s sake.” It is about using technology effectively to add value to the payroll function, reduce cost, enhance compliance, and create payroll best practices while always paying employees correctly and on time. Bottom line, payroll manages a business-critical system, and any use of new technology must not undermine but enhance this.

The aim of the technology showcase is not to sell software or show the latest trends or gimmicks; it is to educate payroll practitioners so they can make informed decisions.

Areas that we plan to cover in the Technology Showcase (subject to change) are:

• A Decade of Payroll Technology – What’s hot and What’s not with Gabriella Barbara from Fusion5
• A journey from hand-written wage books and cash, to AI, Machine Learning, and pay-on-demand with Stephan Blumenberg from Alxemy.
• Understanding headless payroll: The rise of open technology. Join Datapay’s Principal Architect Alex Corkin as he delves into the emerging trends of open standards and protocols in payroll technology, exploring what these trends entail, how they might apply to organisations, and their potential impact.

Please note:  NZPPA does not sell or promote payroll software we are neutral.

The technology showcase is a half-day (virtual) event from 9 am to 12.30 pm, on the 20 September 2024.  After the webinar, all attendees will receive the recorded event + webinar presentations.

Summit Programme: 

To see the Summit Programme click here

PLATINUM SPONSOR

 

When it comes to payroll and HRIS, you need a system that meets your needs, and that you can get up and running without significant investment in consultancy, customisation, hardware and software. At the same time, you want a system that can easily be integrated with other related systems in place at your organisation. Datacom payroll has developed a range of products to easily control your payroll. Whether you’re a small, medium or large business; we have a pay system just right for your organisation.

• EasiPay® – Outsourced payroll for businesses of all sizes.
  DataPay® – Sophisticated payroll and HRIS software.

Datacom has been offering payroll and HRIS systems and services for nearly fifty years and has offices in all major cities throughout Australia and New Zealand. Let us provide you with a payroll and HRIS system that you will never grow off and that will leave you with more time for business.

Link to website: https://datacom.com/nz/en/products/datapay

GOLD SPONSOR

 

Employment Hero is the smarter way to manage HR, people, payroll and productivity. Designed for NZ SMEs and outsourced payroll bureaus, Employment Hero services over 200,000 businesses and collectively manages more than 1 million employees across New Zealand and globally. Automate payroll processes via Employment Hero’s platform, so you can save time on manual administrative work while also reducing the risk of human error. You’ll never lose timesheets or leave requests ever again, with everything consolidated on the platform – including Automated pay runs.

• Automated payday filing
• Built-in leave and holiday pay calculations
• Rostering, time and attendance
• So much more

Link to website: employmenthero.com/nz

SILVER SPONSOR

Fusion5 is a New Zealand developer and provider of Payroll and HR solutions, as well as providing whole business consultancy, technology solutions, and managed services.   Our array of solutions includes Jade Star – Payroll & HR, TimeFiler – Time & Attendance, MyWorkplace – Time & Attendance, Org Chart Now – Organisational Charting Solution,  and our premier Payroll and HR solution Jemini.  At Fusion5 you will receive New Zealand-based support and account management combined with a strong team of people who understand the complexities of providing payroll to New Zealand organisations.

Contact details
Charles Bidwell
Sales Executive
[email protected]
Phone 021 824629

Event Speakers

Stephan Blumenberg is a recognised leader in payroll and HRIS solutions with over 20 years of expertise in business systems consulting. As a Director and Principal Consultant at Alxemy, Stephan has successfully guided organizations through complex implementations and strategic transformations, consistently delivering compliant and innovative solutions. His extensive experience with leading software vendors and his passion for solving intricate business challenges make him an invaluable asset to both Alxemy and the broader industry.

Alex Corkin – Principal Architect, Datapay powered by Datacom is an experienced technologist dedicated to helping create and deliver powerful payroll solutions with Datapay. As a Principal Architect, he has successfully led various initiatives, including transforming complex systems into modern solutions and developing new payroll services that enhance the user experience. Alex’s work focuses on making technology more accessible and efficient. Passionate about collaboration, he believes in fostering a culture of innovation that empowers teams to deliver meaningful results.

Gabriella Barbara works with Fusion5 in the HRIS space. She has been working with Payroll, HR and Time & Attendance solutions since 2004 here in NZ and prior to that with Software solutions in Australia. Gabriella has a passion for ensuring customers get the best out of their chosen payroll solutions. Outside of work, she loves to make the most of enjoying the outdoors.

David Corbett, COO at Timecloud, is a seasoned tech executive dedicated to helping businesses thrive. Timecloud’s workforce management platform simplifies complex workflows, empowering companies to enhance productivity and achieve their goals. With a proven track record leading teams at SaaS companies like Fresho and Pushpay, David brings expertise in scaling operations and driving growth. His passion for innovation and building high-performing teams ensures Timecloud remains at the forefront of the workforce management space.

Peter Meafou, General Manager, Timecloud is a results-driven leader with-in the workforce management space. With 20+ years of business growth experience across diverse industries, he brings a unique perspective to simplifying complex needs and unlocking productivity and employee wellness. His contributions at Timecloud have played a key role in the company’s significant growth.  

Vaughan Harrison is a Partner at PwC who enjoys helping the organisations he works with to build trust and confidence in the areas that matter across all parts of their business – strategy, people, process, technology and change.  Vaughan supports his clients in a range of sectors including financial services, public sector and asset management.  Vaughan has a specialist focus on helping his clients understand their payroll strengths and challenges, and has also worked alongside a number of payroll programmes and projects to provide trust and confidence in their delivery and payroll solutions.

 

Paul Orford, Director of Digital Service Providers Australia and New Zealand has been working in the Accounting & Payroll software industry for 25 years. As a Director of Digital Service Providers Australia and New Zealand is an active member of several government working groups in both New Zealand and Australia. He currently co-chairs the New Zealand Payroll working group with the IRD. His day job is the Product Compliance Manager for ReadyWorkforce – Powered by Zambion. He embarrasses his children by posting Payroll Friday Funnies on LinkedIn.

Cost for this event

We are offering this new event at a special rate:

• NZPPA members: FREE
• NZPPA non-members: $75 + GST

Please note: By booking for this event, you have given permission for your contact details can be shared with the event sponsors and they may contact you.
*If you book 2 or more attendees on this event (NZPPA non-members), we can offer 25% off for the 2^nd attendee onwards, just email: [email protected]