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WorkSmarter is the affordable all-in-one HR platform.

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WorkSmarter overview

What is WorkSmarter?

WorkSmarter is a cloud-based integrative HR software platform, providing trusted, easy to use and affordable online HR services to thousands of UK businesses.

Independent and founder-led, WorkSmarter creates and designs innovative HR services that are loved by users and offer the very best in everyday business software.

One secure and reliable platform connects teams of all sizes, helping them manage even the most complex admin more efficiently.

Whether you’re getting started or growing your business, WorkSmarter’s simple and scalable pricing means you choose the services you want and need: from leave, sickness, expenses, recruitment and HR documents to timesheets and attendance, onboarding, training records, employee data and so much more.

Flexible features and simple, streamlined workflows keep teams happy and on schedule wherever they’re located.

You only pay per user and there are no contracts, setup fees or hidden costs. Setup is quick and simple, we can import your data, and our friendly support team is there every step of the way. Price starts from £1.00 per user per month.

WorkSmarter is GDPR-compliant and we go above and beyond to ensure your company’s data is protected, using military-grade security and nightly remote backups.

Flexible user permissions give you precise control over who sees what and when; employee data is encrypted; and personal data is automatically redacted when an employee leaves.

Key benefits of using WorkSmarter

Keep teams happy and on schedule with WorkSmarter’s simple, flexible, stress-free HR software.

Store, manage and secure all your HR and people management admin on one easy-to-use platform.

•Secure, unlimited cloud storage – access from anywhere, on any device, for safe, streamlined workflows.

•All your HR admin made simple, in one easy-to-locate place: Holiday Planner, Absence Tracker, Timesheets & Attendance, and so much more.

•Protection for your crucial documents: Digital HR Files & Signing.

•Stay compliant with current UK HR law: HR Document Library, HR Advice & Guidance.

•Connect your teams, achieve more: Applicant Tracking System, New Employee Onboarding, Company Announcements.

•Perfect for hybrid work: Staff Timesheets & Check-Ins, Visitors’ Check-in Service, Mobile App.

•One powerful platform staff will love: easier Expenses & Mileage, more effective Staff Training Records, self-reporting Absence option.

•Full visibility for managers: at-a-glance Holiday and Absence calendars, automatic alerts and notifications, HR Insights and MI Reports.

•Exceptional Support: enterprise level capabilities at an affordable price, expert advice from our friendly support team, WorkSmarter integrations let you connect to your business software.

WorkSmarter is used, trusted and loved by thousands of organisations. Whether you're new to HR software or needing an innovative platform that's more flexible, intuitive and puts customers first, WorkSmarter's here to support you.

What Next?
Check out the WorkSmarter site. Get in touch or book a no-obligation demo to see how the platform works.

Starting price

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  • Likelihood to recommend9.5/10
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WorkSmarter's features

Features rating:

Access controls/permissions
Activity dashboard
Alerts/Notifications
API
Applicant tracking
Approval process control
Attendance tracking
Calendar management
Compliance management
Customizable branding
Customizable reports
Customizable templates
Data import/export
Document management
Employee database
Employee engagement
Employee management
Employee scheduling
HR management
Learning & development
Leave policy management
Mobile app
Offboarding
Onboarding
Overtime calculation
Payroll management
Performance management
Real-Time data
Recruitment management
Reminders
Reporting/Analytics
Role-Based permissions
Search/Filter
Self service portal
Sick leave tracking
Status tracking
Succession planning
Task management
Third-Party integrations
Time off management
Time tracking
Timesheet management
Training management

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WorkSmarter pricing

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Pricing plans

Pricing details:

Free plan
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Subscription

Time Tracking

1

/user

Per month

Features included:

  • Holiday Management
  • Employee Holiday Tracking
  • Absence Tracking
  • Absence Management
  • Timesheets and Attendance

Complete Package

2.5

/user

Per month

Features included:

  • Employee Record Keeping
  • Expenses & Mileage Tracking
  • Training Records
  • HR Files & Document Library
  • New Employee Onboarding
  • Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
  • Company Announcements
  • HR Insights
  • Digital Signing
  • Holiday Management
  • Absence Management
  • Timesheets and Attendance

User opinions about WorkSmarter price and value

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WorkSmarter support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

Chat
Knowledge Base
FAQs/Forum
Email/Help Desk
Phone Support

Training options

Live Online
Documentation
Webinars
Videos

WorkSmarter FAQs

Q. What type of pricing plans does WorkSmarter offer?

WorkSmarter has the following pricing plans:
Starting from: £1.00/month
Pricing model: Free, Subscription
Free Trial: Available | (No Credit Card required)

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Q. Who are the typical users of WorkSmarter?

WorkSmarter has the following typical customers:
Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Non Profit, Public Administrations, Small Business


Q. What languages does WorkSmarter support?

WorkSmarter supports the following languages:
English


Q. Does WorkSmarter support mobile devices?

WorkSmarter supports the following devices:
Android, iPad, iPhone


Q. Does WorkSmarter offer an API?

Yes, WorkSmarter has an API available for use.


Q. What level of support does WorkSmarter offer?

WorkSmarter offers the following support options:
Chat, Knowledge Base, FAQs/Forum, Email/Help Desk, Phone Support

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