Cloud-based payroll software refers to payroll management systems that enhance traditional payroll management by moving processes to distant servers accessible via the Internet. This software is used to streamline and automate the process of managing employee payroll and allow firms to efficiently manage employee pay, tax deductions, and related chores online, providing unparalleled flexibility and scalability.
Cloud-Based Payroll Software Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global cloud-based payroll software market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The Cloud-Based Payroll Software market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The cloud-based payroll software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $11.56 billion in 2023 to $12.85 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased adoption of cloud computing technologies, growth in the demand for streamlined payroll processes, growth of the gig economy, increased focus on cost reduction, and growth of subscription-based software models. The cloud-based payroll software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.87 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising adoption of advanced AI, increasing demand for predictive analytics, rising demand for integrated forecasting solutions, increasing use of IoT devices, and the increasing reliance on big data analytics. Major trends in the forecast period include cloud-based payroll solutions, technological advancements, integration of artificial intelligence, adoption of integrated HR and payroll systems, and adoption of blockchain technology.
The growing trend of remote workforce is expected to propel the growth of the cloud-based payroll software market. As organizations embrace remote work, facilitated by advancements in technology and changing workforce preferences, there is a heightened demand for flexible, cloud-based payroll solutions. These solutions integrate seamlessly with other HR tools, enabling efficient management of remote workforce operations. For instance, the Office For National Statistics reported a significant increase in hybrid working, rising from 13% in early February 2022 to 24% in May 2022. This shift in work dynamics highlights the increasing adoption of cloud-based payroll software to streamline processes and enhance workforce management, thereby driving market expansion.
Get Your Free Sample of the Global Cloud-Based Payroll Software Market ReportThe cloud-based payroll software market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product Type: Free And Open-Source Software, Subscription-Based Software
2) By Organization Size: Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises, Large Enterprises
3) By Industry: Manufacturing, Information Technology And Telecommunications, Healthcare, Retail, Banking, Financial Services, And Insurance, Government , Other Industries
Companies in the cloud-based payroll software market are focusing on advanced solutions such as platform-based payroll systems to enhance payroll management efficiency. A platform-based payroll system operates on a digital platform, typically as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering. For instance, in February 2024, Ramco Systems Limited, an India-based tech company, launched Ramco Payce, a platform-based payroll system designed to transform business payroll administration. It incorporates AI, machine learning, data analytics, and serverless in-memory technologies to accelerate payroll processing and improve accuracy. Key features include AI-driven payroll compliance, on-demand reporting, integration with top HCM systems, and no-code rule development.
North America was the largest region in the cloud-based payroll software market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cloud-based payroll software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.