UKG Ready - Overview
UKG Ready is a comprehensive, cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) platform tailored for small to mid-sized businesses looking to simplify and unify their workforce operations. It combines core HR, payroll, talent acquisition, time tracking, and employee scheduling into one intelligent and user-friendly system. Built with flexibility and compliance in mind, UKG Ready empowers HR teams to automate manual processes, gain real-time workforce insights, and elevate employee engagement. Whether managing remote teams or navigating complex labor laws, the platform helps businesses make faster, smarter, and people-focused decisions that drive sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
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Core HR Management
Centralize all employee information in a secure, cloud-based system with customisable fields, automated workflows, and intuitive self-service portals. Streamline day-to-day HR tasks like managing benefits, updating records, and enforcing HR policies, all from a single dashboard.
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Time & Attendance
Track employee hours accurately with intelligent time clocks, mobile check-ins, and geofencing. Automate scheduling, manage shift changes, handle accruals, and stay compliant with labor laws while reducing administrative burden.
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Payroll Processing
Run payroll with confidence using automated calculations, built-in tax compliance, and seamless direct deposit functionality. Generate detailed reports, handle multi-state payroll, and manage garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end filings effortlessly.
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Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Hire smarter and faster with UKG Ready’s built-in applicant tracking system (ATS), job posting integrations, and resume parsing. Deliver a seamless onboarding experience with digital forms, task checklists, and personalized welcome workflows.
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Performance Management
Drive employee growth with tools that support ongoing performance tracking, 360-degree feedback, goal alignment, and customizable review cycles. Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement with actionable insights.
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Workforce Analytics
Leverage real-time dashboards and reporting tools to uncover workforce trends, monitor KPIs, and support strategic HR planning. Gain insights into turnover rates, productivity, compensation equity, and more, all at your fingertips.
HR Professionals & People Leaders
UKG Ready empowers HR leaders to move beyond administrative tasks and focus on strategic workforce planning. With unified tools for performance, onboarding, and compliance, it’s ideal for those managing diverse, growing teams.
Small to Mid-Sized Businesses
Designed with scalability in mind, UKG Ready helps growing organizations streamline HR operations without adding layers of complexity. It provides an all-in-one solution that evolves with your business.
Payroll & Finance Teams
For payroll administrators and finance professionals, UKG Ready offers precision, compliance, and automation. From multi-state payroll processing to tax filing and reporting, it simplifies every payroll cycle.
Operations & Compliance Managers
UKG Ready gives operations leaders real-time visibility into labor data, enabling smarter scheduling, cost control, and compliance with labor laws. It’s perfect for those managing dynamic shift-based workforces.
Remote & Hybrid Workforces
With powerful mobile capabilities, self-service features, and cloud accessibility, UKG Ready is ideal for distributed teams. It ensures employees and managers stay connected, productive, and aligned, wherever they work.
Retail & Hospitality
Efficiently manage large, shift-based hourly workforces with intelligent scheduling, labor forecasting, and time-tracking tools. UKG Ready ensures compliance with labor laws while improving workforce productivity and engagement in fast-paced environments.
Healthcare
Navigate the complexities of credential management, union rules, and around-the-clock staffing. UKG Ready supports healthcare providers with automated scheduling, compliance tracking, and workforce planning tools tailored for patient-centric operations.
Manufacturing
Boost operational efficiency by managing labor costs, tracking production time, and reducing overtime. UKG Ready helps manufacturers handle shift rotations, safety compliance, and workforce scalability with ease.
Education
Streamline HR functions across faculty, administration, and support staff. From credential tracking and substitute scheduling to performance evaluations and onboarding, UKG Ready equips educational institutions with the tools they need to thrive.
Government
Empower public sector agencies with secure, scalable HR solutions that meet regulatory requirements. UKG Ready supports workforce transparency, timekeeping accuracy, and budget accountability; enabling efficient service delivery to constituents.
Financial Services
Ensure precision, compliance, and data security across payroll and HR operations. Designed for highly regulated environments, UKG Ready helps financial organizations streamline onboarding, track performance, and meet audit standards confidently.
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Predictive Scheduling & Labor Forecasting
UKG Ready uses AI to forecast labor needs by analyzing historical trends, seasonal demand, and real-time business metrics. This helps reduce overstaffing or understaffing while ensuring compliance with labor laws and optimizing shift coverage.
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AI-Powered Applicant Matching
The built-in applicant tracking system uses machine learning to score and rank candidates based on qualifications, job requirements, and cultural fit. This streamlines recruitment by surfacing the best-fit applicants quickly and accurately.
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Automated Compliance Monitoring
AI detects compliance risks by continuously analyzing employee data, schedules, and time entries. Alerts are triggered for issues like missed breaks, unauthorized overtime, or policy breaches, helping HR teams take timely action.
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Sentiment & Engagement Analysis
Natural language processing tools within UKG Ready analyze feedback from performance reviews, surveys, and communications to gauge employee sentiment. Insights help leaders proactively address morale, retention, and engagement challenges.
QuickBooks, ADP, Kronos InTouch, NetSuite, Benefitfocus, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Teams, Slack
Unique Selling Point
UKG Ready stands out as a comprehensive, cloud-based workforce management solution designed to grow your business. By unifying HR, payroll, time tracking, talent management, and analytics into one intuitive platform, it empowers organizations to simplify complex processes, boost compliance, and improve decision-making. With a strong emphasis on employee experience, scalability, and AI-powered automation, UKG Ready not only streamlines operations, but it also helps foster a more engaged, productive, and future-ready workforce across industries.