Move payroll and time to the cloud without disrupting operations
ADP helps you move payroll and time to the cloud in a structured, controlled way – so you can improve access, reduce system overhead and run more consistent operations without disruption.
When on-premise systems start to hold you back
On‑premise payroll and HR systems are often built around fixed environments, local access and manual maintenance. Over time, this makes them harder to adapt.
Common challenges include:
- Increasing cost and effort to maintain legacy infrastructure
- Limited flexibility when responding to organisational or regulatory changes
- Manual updates and upgrade cycles that interrupt operations
- Difficulty connecting payroll and HR with finance, time and benefits systems
- Restricted access to systems outside specific locations or networks
These issues don’t just affect IT. They create friction across payroll and HR – making it harder to maintain consistency, respond to change and support the organisation effectively.
“Because of the integration between ADP and Workday, there’s no manual handling of data, no ‘hands-on’ effort at all. None of that pulling down information from legacy systems and transferring it to venders by email, which left it wide open to security threats.”
Director, EMEA Payroll, Dell Technologies
A more flexible way to manage payroll and time
Moving to the cloud changes how payroll and time systems are delivered and maintained. Instead of relying on fixed infrastructure, you move to a model where systems are continuously updated, accessible across locations and easier to integrate.
ADP supports this shift through a structured approach:
Access across teams and locations
Enable payroll and HR teams to access systems securely from any location, supporting distributed teams and multi-site operations
Reduced reliance on internal infrastructure
Move system hosting, maintenance and updates outside internal IT environments to reduce overhead and ongoing system management
Connected systems and data flows
Integrate payroll and HR with finance, time and benefits systems to reduce duplication and improve data consistency
Continuous updates and compliance support
Apply system updates and regulatory changes automatically, removing the need for manual upgrades and intervention
Scalable system architecture
Adapt payroll and HR systems as your organisation grows or changes, without needing to rebuild or redesign your setup
Supporting a controlled transition to the cloud
Moving from on‑premise to cloud-based systems requires more than a system change. It requires coordination across data, processes and teams.
ADP supports this through:
- Structured migration and deployment aligned to your organisation
- Data handling processes designed to maintain accuracy and continuity
- Phased rollout options to reduce disruption across teams and locations
- Training and change support to help teams adapt to new systems
- Ongoing service and platform updates once systems are live
Explore ADP’s cloud solutions for payroll and time
Moving from on‑premise systems to the cloud involves replacing fragmented or ageing tools with connected solutions that support payroll, HR and workforce operations in one environment.
With ADP, cloud-based solutions include:
Payroll software
Manage payroll with built-in compliance, automation and reporting in a secure cloud environment.
Workforce management software
Manage scheduling, time and attendance in a connected system that integrates with payroll and HR data.
Moving to cloud doesn’t need to be complex – here’s how it works:
1
Speak to our team
Understand your current systems, constraints and timing for moving to the cloud
2
Define your transition approach
Review how data, workflows and integrations will be migrated and aligned
3
Move to cloud delivery with structured support
Implement your new setup with guided transition, ensuring continuity across payroll and HR
FAQs
What does moving payroll and time systems to the cloud involve?
Moving to the cloud involves transferring payroll and time data, processes and reporting into a cloud-based platform through a structured migration process.
How disruptive is the transition from on premise to cloud systems?
With phased deployment and controlled migration, the transition can be managed to minimise disruption and maintain payroll continuity.
Can cloud payroll systems integrate with existing tools?
Yes. Cloud-based systems are designed to connect with finance, time tracking, benefits and other business systems to improve data consistency.
What support is available during the transition?
Support includes migration planning, data handling, phased rollout, training and ongoing service once systems are in place.
Talk to ADP about moving payroll and HR to the cloud
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