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Why UTA Experience Matters More Than You Think in a Migration
Ultimate Time and Attendance (UTA) environments are rarely simple. Years of customizations, integrations, and configuration changes make each one unique. Some UTA systems are highly customized. Others connect to payroll, scheduling, or third-party systems your team added over time. Many also support complex labor rules and union agreements that have evolved through the years. This…
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Is Your UKG Sytem Working For You? How To Know It’s Time To Optimize
When your UKG project goes live, it’s a time for celebration. Most teams can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing they have a new system in place to support their organization. Except there’s a quiet truth that we have seen after decades in the HCM consulting business. The true performance and requirements of your UKG…
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Sunsets Aren’t the End: UTA Migration to UKG Pro WFM Made Simple
Every sunset signals the end of a day, but also the beginning of something new. For organizations still running on Ultimate Time and Attendance (UTA), the sunset is on the horizon. Which means planning your UTA migration to UKG Pro WFM should start now. Why the urgency? Beyond the sunset, payroll errors aren’t just inconvenient;…
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UKG Pro Configuration: Uncovering Hidden Value
When it comes to Human Capital Management technology, too many teams are working harder and not smarter within their UKG Pro systems. That’s why we recently hosted a webinar, UKG Pro Mythbusters: Discover the Real Power of Your System, to clear up common misconceptions and showcase the hidden value of smarter UKG Pro configuration. In…
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Simplify Your Summer: 3 Ways to Lighten Your HR Load with UKG System Optimization
As summer heats up, your UKG system optimization strategy should be just as hot. This season is often filled with employee vacations, leaner internal teams, and shifting project timelines, making it the perfect time to simplify, automate, and optimize. At Covalence Consulting, we believe even small changes can lead to major efficiency gains. Below are…
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Spring Cleaning for Your UKG System: How to Tidy Up the Tech Mess
Anyone who’s worked with a UKG system long enough knows it evolves over time. Business rules grow more complex, roles shift, reports pile up, and workflows adjust to meet changing needs. It’s a sign of a system being used, adapted, stretched, and shaped to support real people doing real work. Sometimes that evolution happens fast,…
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Harnessing the Power of Workforce Management Consultants
Keeping up with today’s evolving workforce demands is not easy, and staying ahead is even more challenging. That’s where workforce management consultants come in. These experts help organizations handle tough labor challenges, improve how they operate, and boost overall efficiency and productivity. Companies can stay ahead of the competition by using their deep understanding of…
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Mastering The Art Of HCM Consultant Conversations
Working with an HCM consultant can be a game-changer for your business, but starting on the right foot is essential. Before you bring in a consultant, take a step back and think about what’s working and what isn’t. Identifying your challenges, setting realistic goals, and agreeing on what success looks like for your organization will…
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OPTIMIZE Your UKG Pro for Maximum Efficiency
The key to getting the most out of UKG Pro lies in optimization. When you optimize, you ensure your system works for you, not vice versa. Because when it comes to HCM technology, having the right tools is only half the battle. Optimizing isn’t just about fine-tuning settings; it’s about transforming your HCM tech into…
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The Strength of Two: Why UKG Pro WFM & UKG Pro Are the Ultimate Pair
Finding the right HCM solution is like finding the perfect partner, where communication, compatibility, and long-term support are key, and with UKG Pro WFM and UKG Pro, you get a partnership that simplifies workforce management and HR operations effortlessly. Let’s talk about finding the perfect match this Valentine’s Day, not just in love but in…
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Fuel Your HCM Technology Strategy With People-Power
HCM technology may constantly change with new features, upgrades and innovations, but one truth remains constant: people will always be your organization’s greatest asset. Your people create the processes, drive the technology, and are a major source of ROI. Your people are the innovators, the problem-solvers, and the driving force behind every success story. Employees don’t…
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Creating a Great Place To Work In 2024
What defines a great place to work? Is it compensation, the company culture, mission, and identity, or a combination of several factors? In today’s technological climate, a great place to work can sometimes be blurry and indefinite, especially for those in remote or hybrid work models. The need for shared spaces and consistent social interaction…
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Consulting Above and Beyond: How To Choose The Right HCM Consulting Partner
As system consultants, our mission is clear: to solve problems and offer expert advice to organizations. But at Covalence Consulting, our consultants believe in more than just meeting expectations; we strive to exceed them. We use many strategies to deliver unparalleled value and an excellent client experience. In this blog post, you’ll discover the characteristics…
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The Art of HCM: Simplifying the Complex for Your Employees
Over the last few years, Human Resources publications, analysts, and even the mainstream press have been talking about how the workplace is changing and, more importantly, how it’s affecting the mental well-being of workers… and that’s a good thing. The more we explore what’s causing the meteoric rise of stress in the workplace, the better…
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Winning HR’s Battle Against Tech Overload
Let’s face it: today’s workplace isn’t exactly easy to navigate. Different work models, increasingly stringent regulatory policies, and contending with multiple generations in the workforce – along with the communication, work/life balance, and career path expectations each brings – are just a few of the challenges you face on a daily basis. To contend with these changes…