isolved Blog

December marks Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month, a timely reminder that identity theft doesn’t just affect consumers; it’s a growing risk for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), too. At isolved, our Fraud, Cyber & Security Smarts series exp...

As we close out 2025, one theme has shaped every enhancement, release and conversation: focusing on what matters most. This year, we embraced a people-centered vision guided by the realities that human resources (HR), payroll, benefits and talent&nbs...

Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered recruiting tools can help companies increase productivity by up to 40% and reduce time-to-hire by 39%, proving that data-driven hiring isn’t just faster—it’s smarter. The competition for top talent is increasing; candidate expectations are higher than ever, and m...

Employees are increasingly stressed about finances, and looking to their organizations for help. isolved's Business Owners Report found that 67% of business owners believe most employees live paycheck to paycheck. The good news? Over 80% of organizations&n...

As the end of the year approaches, HR and payroll teams have a lot on their plates. Between managing holiday schedules, reconciling benefits and preparing tax forms, it’s easy to feel the pressure of closing the year accurately and on time. But with the right payroll best practices, framework and a...

An organization’s security is only as strong as its partners’. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), third-party vendors play a vital role in everything from payroll and HR to IT and finance, but each new connection can also introduce new vulnerabilities. Cybercriminals increasingly target vend...

An effective fraud response is only the beginning to combatting fraud: the real challenge comes after the immediate threat has been contained. Recovery requires more than restoring systems or reconciling losses; it’s about rebuilding trust, strengthening internal controls and learning from what happ...

No matter how strong the safeguards are, even the most prepared businesses can find themselves facing a fraud incident. The real test isn’t just how fraud happens, it’s how a company reacts when it does. For small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), an effective response requires preparation, clarity...

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, or DEI&B, is not a spectator sport. In addition to developing a diverse population of workers, effective efforts require intentional action and advocacy for underrepresented groups—and these days the support, even the quiet support, of DEI&B progra...

Fraud rarely begins with a dramatic cyber heist or a shadowy criminal network—it often starts quietly with a small oversight or a single deceptive transaction. Sometimes it starts with a single invoice, a familiar-looking email or an employee shortcut that slips through the cracks. For small and mid...

People who work in human resources (HR) are heroes for their organizations. On any given day they face a multitude of challenges, from sourcing top talent and supercharging employee development to battling paperwork and streamlining inefficient HR processes. That’s why we call our customers and part...

The employment law landscape shifts rapidly, making it difficult for employers to keep up. From the sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that’s introducing major compliance requirements to clarification for the salary threshold for exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the imp...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how businesses manage and support their people, and human resources (HR) professionals are leading the way. The tools they use are making all the difference, and many are turning to third parties—like analysts and peer reviews—to evaluate where to invest...

In the current job market, speed, candidate experience and efficiency make the difference in attracting and retaining top talent. But with limited resources and increasing expectations, even the best teams can struggle to keep hiring on track. isolved Talent Acquisition Demo Day is a unique opportun...

Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to face the same sophisticated cybersecurity risks as large enterprises, but often without the same level of resources or expertise. Effective cybersecurity requires more than damage control after an attack; it demands strategic planning, proactive prev...

As cyber threats evolve at an alarming pace, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face growing pressure to not only respond to cyber-attacks but to stay one step ahead of them. From ransomware and phishing schemes to sophisticated social engineering tactics, the current threat landscape demands...

When organizations are looking for human capital management (HCM) solutions, they’re looking for more than just software. They need a true partner that will augment their human resources (HR) function and take it to the next level. Not surprisingly, the top expectation for an HCM vendor is to suppor...

For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), cybersecurity incidents are often not a matter of if but when. Limited resources and growing digital footprints make SMBs prime targets for cyber-attacks, but how an organization responds can determine how quickly the business recovers. In this installme...

Starting a new business in human capital management (HCM) has always been difficult. The systems required to run payroll, stay compliant and support clients are complex and expensive. Ask any entrepreneur who has tried to build an HCM business from scratch, and they’ll tell you the same: the barrier...

People often say Coca-Cola® tastes better at McDonald’s®. Beyond the science of how it’s served, the real difference comes from the close relationship between the two companies that makes the end product better for the customer. As my 13-year-old son said, “It’s because of their friendship.” In the...

Our Fraud, Cyber and Security Smarts series invites industry experts to share timely insights into current security challenges and opportunities. In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re launching a special series dedicated to helping businesses and individuals strengthen their defense...

HR people pros, especially those working for small and medium-sized businesses, find themselves at a crossroads.  Recruiting remains a struggle, employee expectations are rising and compliance continues to grow more complex. SMBs need a trusted partner to help them solve challenges and identify...

Employees are feeling the weight of burnout, economic uncertainty and maintaining a work-life balance. Selecting benefits shouldn’t add to that stress, yet 72% of employees find open enrollment stressful. Even more concerning is that more than half say a poor enrollment experience would prompt them...

isolved has been recognized in Constellation Research’s 2025 Payroll ShortList™ for North American SMBs. The recognition highlights isolved’s strengths in employee self-service, payroll manager efficiency and modern cloud delivery that help SMBs run accurate, on time payroll. Why it Matters In the y...

Cybercriminals seek out payroll vulnerabilities and businesses that fail to act quickly leave themselves susceptible to cyberattacks. Protecting sensitive data has never been more critical and requires awareness, vigilance and the right safeguards in place. As part of an ongoing blog series, “Fraud,...