Zalaris, a leading global HR and payroll solutions provider, today announced an expanded HR as a Service (HRaaS) model designed to transform HR from an operational function into a strategic growth driver for enterprises. The enhanced offering combines day-to-day HR operations with on-demand expertise, enabling organizations to simplify processes, strengthen compliance, and improve employee experiences.
With HR teams under mounting pressure to manage regulatory requirements, fragmented systems, and rising expectations for employee experience, Zalaris’ HRaaS aims to provide a more agile and efficient alternative to traditional outsourcing. According to Gartner, 76% of HR leaders report that their teams are operating at or beyond capacity, while 72% highlight that existing HR processes are not user-friendly.
“HR should act as a strategic driver of business goals, not just an administrative function,” said Hans Petter Mellerud, Founder and CEO of Zalaris. “Our expanded HRaaS gives companies the flexibility, expertise, and reliable operations they need today, while building capability for the future.”
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The HRaaS model is structured around two key components:
HR Operations: Centralized, multi-location delivery of payroll, case management, and HR transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
HR Partner Plus: On-demand access to experienced HR Business Partners to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, organizational design, and change initiatives without adding permanent headcount.
The service also integrates consulting capabilities, including policy design, process governance, and transformation support, helping HR teams modernize and align with evolving business priorities.
Enterprises adopting Zalaris’ HRaaS can expect:
Reduced operational costs through standardization and shared services
Faster payroll and HR case resolution with clear service-level agreements
Stronger compliance via consistent processes and documentation
Enhanced employee experience with intuitive, consumer-grade interfaces
Greater scalability and flexibility to support changing business needs
More time for HR to focus on strategic initiatives such as workforce transformation and talent development
The expanded HRaaS model positions Zalaris as a partner for organizations looking to streamline operations while unlocking the strategic potential of HR in driving growth and organizational performance.
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