Real-world analysis of HR software. Deep dives into what actually happened, what the press releases didn't say, and what it means for buyers.
The per-employee price is the number everyone fixates on during HR software evaluation. It's clean, it's comparable, and it fits neatly into a spreadsheet. It's also maybe half the actual cost of the decision you're about to make.
Most teams walk into demos with a clear problem and walk out excited about features that don't solve it. Here's what to clarify first.
Implementation doesn't stall because teams are unprepared — it stalls because systems require decisions that haven't been made yet.
What BambooHR and Gusto actually shipped in 2025, what the press releases didn't say, and which updates matter for teams evaluating HR software.
A decision framework for when to use an Employer of Record, what to watch for in each scenario, and when to reconsider.