Introduction: Why HR Compliance Is Critical for Business Continuity For businesses operating in the Philippines, human resource (HR) compliance is not just a bureaucratic requirement—it is a strategic function that safeguards the organization from legal risks, financial penalties, reputational damage, and employee dissatisfaction. With a complex framework of labor laws enforced by the Department of
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The Future of Work in the Philippines: Trends and Predictions
Introduction: A Defining Decade for Filipino Workplaces As we approach the middle of the decade, the Philippines is undergoing a monumental shift in how work is defined, delivered, and experienced. Global trends like digitalization, automation, and hybrid work are colliding with local realities—urban congestion, overseas employment dependency, economic inequality, and infrastructure challenges. The convergence of
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June 06 2025 Declared as Regular Holiday in Observance of EIDUL ADHA
Malacanang has declared Wednesday, June 28 2023 as a Regular Holiday throughout the Philippines in observance of EIDUL ADHA (Feast of Sacrifice). As stated in Proclamation No. 911: The Importance of Eid’l Adha Eid al-Adha, also known as Eid’l Adha, is celebrated as a holiday for several reasons: Religious Significance: Eid al-Adha is one of
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June 28 2023 Declared as Regular Holiday in Observance of Eid’l Adha
Malacanang has declared Wednesday, June 28 2023 as a Regular Holiday throughout the Philippines in observance of Eid’l Adha (Feast of Sacrifice). As stated in Proclamation No. 258: DECLARING WEDNESDAY, 28 JUNE 2023, A REGULAR HOLIDAY THROUGHOUT THE COUTNRY, IN OBSERVANCE OF EID’L ADHA (FEAST OF SACRIFICE) WHEREAS, Eid’l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice
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The Advantages of Having a Payroll System Software
Introduction Managing payroll is a critical aspect of running a business, and having an efficient payroll system in place can bring numerous benefits. A payroll system automates the process of calculating and disbursing employee salaries, taxes, and benefits. In this article, we will explore the advantages of implementing a payroll system and how it can
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How Does a Payroll System Work?
Introduction Managing employee payroll is a critical function for businesses of all sizes. A payroll system or payroll software simplifies the complex process of calculating and disbursing employee salaries, taxes, and benefits. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of how a payroll system operates and its significance in ensuring accurate and efficient
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All About Tax Annualization
With the end of the year fast approaching, one of the goals of any company is to ensure that its employees pay the right amount of taxes to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) – not a single cent over or under. This is to avoid the hassle of having to issue tax refunds, or
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Top HR Trends During the Pandemic
Uncertainty. Widespread danger. Mandatory masks. Social distancing. Remote work. Lay-offs and furloughs. – COVID-19 is re-architecting every aspect of our lives in a way that no predictions or analyses could have imagined last year. The HR industry didn’t have the luxury of being excluded from these unprecedented changes. As the pandemic started to stall the
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APEC Holiday Pay Rules for November 18 and 19 2015
Pay Rules for APEC Holidays on November 18 and November 19, 2015 Malacañang declared a special non-working holiday for workers in the private sector in the National Capital Region on November 18 and 19, 2015. In the meantime, classes were cancelled from Nov. 17 to 20. This is to ease traffic for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
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Benefits of a Payroll System Part 2
What are the other benefits of using a Payroll System? Accountability and Audit-Tracking The second benefit to using a Payroll System is Accountability and Audit Tracking. Imagine – an employee was mistakenly paid for 20 hours of overtime, only to find out that the overtime was not approved in the first place. Or someone’s salary
