Infor CloudSuite HR & Payroll
Infor CloudSuite confirms 7 of the 29 hr & payroll capabilities we track, with a further 5 partially covered. Its deepest coverage is in Employee Management; it is thinnest on Talent Management.
HR & Payroll is a core strength for Infor CloudSuite — a primary capability included in standard deployments. The product is best suited to large enterprises wanting industry-specific cloud erp.
- 7of 29
- Capabilities confirmed
- 86
- Documented features
- Employee Management
- Strongest area
- Talent Management
- Thinnest area
How Infor CloudSuite scores against the 29 hr & payroll capabilities we track across every ERP in our catalogue.
- Employee Management4 of 7
- Time & Attendance2 of 7
- Payroll & Compensation1 of 7
- Talent Management0 of 8
“Not documented” means our research has not confirmed the capability either way — it is not a finding that Infor CloudSuite lacks it. Coverage is scored against one shared capability list, so it is comparable between products.
The hr & payroll scope Infor CloudSuite ships, grouped as the product itself organises it.
Human Resources28
Covers setting up and maintaining employee records, direct deposit, workers' compensation, self-service access, and configurable onboarding processes managed through the Process Manager.
- Human Resources OverviewProvides a broad set of tools for tracking employee information across every stage of the human resources lifecycle.
- Initial Human Resources SetupWalks administrators through the initial configuration steps, including HR parameters and employee categories, needed before employee records can be added.
- Maintaining employees in Infor Global HRSynchronizes employee records with Infor Global HR through business object documents when the system is configured to use an external HR source.
- Specifying initial information about a new employeeAdds a new employee's essential starting details, entered on the Employees form or Employee 360.
- Example: Determining the Difference between Earnings and Pre-Deduction EarningsWalks through a worked example that illustrates how regular earnings differ from pre-deduction earnings in payroll calculations.
- Human Resources OverviewProvides a broad set of tools for tracking employee information across every stage of the human resources lifecycle.
- Initial Human Resources SetupWalks administrators through the initial configuration steps, including HR parameters and employee categories, needed before employee records can be added.
- Maintaining employees in Infor Global HRSynchronizes employee records with Infor Global HR through business object documents when the system is configured to use an external HR source.
- Specifying initial information about a new employeeAdds a new employee's essential starting details, entered on the Employees form or Employee 360.
- Example: Determining the Difference between Earnings and Pre-Deduction EarningsWalks through a worked example that illustrates how regular earnings differ from pre-deduction earnings in payroll calculations.
- Setting Up an Employee for Direct DepositCovers configuring, disabling, and removing direct deposit bank accounts for employees, including support for multiple accounts per employee.
- Setting Up an Employee for Direct DepositLets administrators assign an employee multiple direct deposit bank accounts, provided the combined deposit total does not exceed pay.
- Disabling Direct DepositTurns off an employee's direct deposit setup by clearing a single check box on their record.
- Deleting a Direct Deposit Bank AccountRemoves a bank account used for direct deposit from an employee's record or from a dedicated accounts form.
- Viewing, Adding, and Changing Employee InformationSupports viewing, adding, and updating employee data using either the Employees form or Employee 360.
- Workers' CompensationCovers configuring workers' compensation codes and deductions and recording employee injuries for compensation claims.
- Setting up Workers' Compensation InformationGuides administrators through the several forms needed to capture everything required for a workplace injury claim.
- Workers' Compensation CodesDefines the codes needed to configure and report on a company's workers' compensation data.
- Setting up Workers Compensation DeductionsConfigures workers' compensation as an employer tax, letting different codes reflect varying liability levels across job positions.
- Reporting an Employee Injury for Workers' CompensationRecords details of a workplace injury, including the employee and incident information, to file a compensation claim.
- Employee Self ServiceCovers configuring and administering the Employee Self Service portal, including user setup, announcements, and custom hyperlink menus.
- Employee Self Service OverviewGives employees web access to their own payroll and HR information, time-off requests, company announcements, and a way to contact HR.
- Setting Up Users for Employee Self ServiceConfigures user access to the self-service portal once employee and position records already exist in SyteLine.
- Setting Up Hyperlink Menus for Employee Self ServiceBuilds custom menu categories with links to useful resources, available on the Benefits Connect page and the Employee Links page.
- Creating Announcements for Employee Self ServicePublishes notices that show up on the ESS Home page and in the Announcements Viewer.
- Process ManagerConfigures reusable, multi-step processes such as employee onboarding, assigns tasks to specific people, and tracks completion through the Process Manager.
- About the Process ManagerDefines configurable, multi-step processes, such as onboarding a new hire, and assigns individual tasks with due dates to the people responsible.
- Completing Assigned Tasks with the Process ManagerNotifies assigned users by email and lets them view and complete their outstanding Process Manager tasks.
- Using the Process ManagerHandles the day-to-day procedures for managing processes and tasks through the Process Manager form.
- Searching for Processes or Templates with the Process ManagerFilters and searches for processes or templates, including those owned by the current user, from the Process Manager tabs.
- Example: Setting Up a Workflow to Use with the Process ManagerShows how to attach a workflow event to a Process Manager task so that starting the task triggers the workflow.
- Deleting a Process or Template with the Process Manager Purge UtilityBulk-deletes a set of processes or templates built in the Process Manager, using a dedicated purge utility.
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Build my requirements →Payroll29
Automates end-to-end payroll processing, from setup and parameter configuration through check printing, tip credit calculation, and year-end reporting.
- Payroll OverviewAutomates the creation and ongoing maintenance of complete employee payroll records.
- Payroll SetupEstablishes the accounts and tax codes required before payroll can run, set up on the Chart of Accounts and related forms.
- Setting Payroll ParametersSets default values, used throughout payroll processing, from the Payroll Parameters screen.
- Payroll ProceduresCovers the standard procedures for printing, posting, and voiding paychecks during payroll processing.
- Compute Payroll ReportLists, by employee, any errors that occur when payroll is computed from the Payroll Processing or Generate Payroll forms.
- Payroll OverviewAutomates the creation and ongoing maintenance of complete employee payroll records.
- Payroll SetupEstablishes the accounts and tax codes required before payroll can run, set up on the Chart of Accounts and related forms.
- Setting Payroll ParametersSets default values, used throughout payroll processing, from the Payroll Parameters screen.
- Payroll ProceduresCovers the standard procedures for printing, posting, and voiding paychecks during payroll processing.
- Compute Payroll ReportLists, by employee, any errors that occur when payroll is computed from the Payroll Processing or Generate Payroll forms.
- Calculating Tip CreditExplains how tip credit is calculated for tipped employees during payroll processing.
- Importing and Exporting FilesCovers exporting and importing payroll data files between SyteLine and external payroll systems such as ADP and Grampian.
- Exporting CSV Files from this Application to ADP PC/Payroll For WindowsExports payroll transaction records generated by the standard payroll run to ADP PC/Payroll for Windows.
- Example: Paydata RecordShows a sample employee paydata record to illustrate the export file format.
- Exporting Payroll Data from this Application to the Generic Payroll InterfaceSends payroll data out of SyteLine into the Generic Payroll interface so third-party payroll systems can use it.
- About Data Exported from this Application to the Generic Payroll InterfaceSummarizes payroll transactions into a comma-separated file stored in a configured export folder, viewable in any spreadsheet application.
- Importing CSV Files from ADP PC/Payroll To this Application For WindowsBrings CSV files generated by ADP PC/Payroll for Windows back into SyteLine.
- Importing CSV Files from Grampian To this ApplicationImports payroll data from Grampian database tables into SyteLine.
- Processing PayrollCovers running a payroll cycle end to end, including check printing and posting, ACH file generation, and preparing for the next pay period.
- Printing and Posting Payroll ChecksPrints and posts payroll checks tied to a selected bank code, run from the Print/Post Payroll Checks screen.
- What Happens During Payroll PostingDescribes the account and record updates that occur automatically when payroll is posted.
- Processing PayrollSteps through setting parameters, entering pay period details, and computing payroll on the Payroll Processing form.
- Produce Unbalanced ACH FilesGenerates unbalanced ACH files for financial institutions that require them, using a dedicated payroll parameter setting.
- Preparing for the Next Payroll PeriodSets the next pay period's start and end dates, frequency, and check date, then shifts them into the current period.
- Maintaining Expenses and Liabilities from Payroll ParametersMaintains the account numbers for payroll-related expenses and liabilities directly from the Payroll Parameters screen.
- Working with ChecksCovers the different procedures for voiding payroll checks, whether a single posted check, unposted checks in a pay period, or a range of posted checks.
- Voiding a Posted Check ManuallyManually voids a single posted payroll check to reverse the transaction.
- Voiding Checks in a Pay PeriodVoids a batch of unposted payroll checks that fall inside a chosen pay period.
- Voiding Posted Payroll ChecksVoids a specified range of already-posted payroll checks.
- Making Periodic DeductionsDetermines which deductions and earnings apply in a given pay period, based on frequency settings tied to that pay cycle's own record.
- Year-end ProceduresCovers closing the payroll year, including running required reports and processing employee W-2 forms.
- Closing the Year for PayrollCloses out the payroll year by processing the final pay period and running the required quarterly and year-end reports.
- Processing W-2 Forms at Year EndGenerates W-2 forms on a calendar-year basis, which can be reprinted any number of times before payrolls are purged.
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Build my requirements →About Employee Self Service7
Gives employees on-demand web access to key HR and pay-related information through the Employee Self Service site.
- Using the Home FormServes as the landing page for common Employee Self Service tasks.
- Using the MenuProvides a menu bar on every Employee Self Service page with buttons for navigating between tasks.
- Checking Performance Review DatesLets employees check their upcoming performance review dates from the Personal menu.
- Contacting Human ResourcesLets employees send a subject and message directly to the Human Resources department.
- Maintaining Emergency ContactsLets employees add, update, or remove their emergency contact records.
- Using the Home FormServes as the landing page for common Employee Self Service tasks.
- Using the MenuProvides a menu bar on every Employee Self Service page with buttons for navigating between tasks.
- Checking Performance Review DatesLets employees check their upcoming performance review dates from the Personal menu.
- Contacting Human ResourcesLets employees send a subject and message directly to the Human Resources department.
- Maintaining Emergency ContactsLets employees add, update, or remove their emergency contact records.
- Maintaining Personal InformationLets employees review and update their own personal information.
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Build my requirements →Payroll5
Lets employees review their own deductions, earnings, direct deposit, and hours and pay history, and print related reports.
- Reviewing Deductions and Earnings HistoryLets employees review their deductions and earnings history for a selected period.
- Reviewing Direct Deposit HistoryLets employees review their direct deposit transaction history for a specified date range.
- Reviewing Hours and Pay HistoryLets employees review their hours worked and pay history for a specified date range.
- Printing Payroll InformationPrints payroll reports, including deductions and earnings history and paycheck detail, from Employee Self Service.
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Build my requirements →PO Requisitions4
Lets employees create, track, and approve purchase order requisitions from Employee Self Service.
- Creating or Updating a PO RequisitionCreates or updates a purchase order requisition and submits it for approval.
- Viewing PO Requisition HistoryLets employees, and managers reviewing their direct reports, view the history of submitted purchase order requisitions.
- Approving or Rejecting PO RequisitionsLets managers approve or reject a direct report's purchase order requisition.
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Build my requirements →Time Off7
Lets employees and managers request, review, and approve time off, including checking request details and team-wide time-off history.
- Requesting Time OffLets an employee, or a manager on behalf of a direct report, submit a time-off request.
- Changing a Time-Off RequestReplaces an existing time-off request, approved or not, by submitting a fresh request against the same date.
- Checking Details of a Time-Off RequestShows the full type and hours detail of a time-off request beyond what the default monthly calendar view displays.
- Reviewing Time Off HistoryLets an employee, or a manager for a direct report, review past time-off history.
- Reviewing Team Time OffGives managers and supervisors a single view for checking time-off records across their direct reports.
- Requesting Time OffLets an employee, or a manager on behalf of a direct report, submit a time-off request.
- Changing a Time-Off RequestReplaces an existing time-off request, approved or not, by submitting a fresh request against the same date.
- Checking Details of a Time-Off RequestShows the full type and hours detail of a time-off request beyond what the default monthly calendar view displays.
- Reviewing Time Off HistoryLets an employee, or a manager for a direct report, review past time-off history.
- Reviewing Team Time OffGives managers and supervisors a single view for checking time-off records across their direct reports.
- Approving or Rejecting Requested Time OffLets managers and supervisors approve or reject time-off requests from their team.
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Build my requirements →Setting Up Work Shifts6
Defines the work week, shift exceptions, and overrun handling used by MRP, APS, and the Scheduler.
- Defining the Work WeekSets up the work-week calendar and shift ID that the Scheduler, MRP, and APS all reference.
- Defining Shift ExceptionsSets exceptions to standard shift patterns for APS and the Scheduler to handle special situations.
- Shift Exception ExamplesShows worked examples of shift exceptions.
- Handling Shift OverrunLets an operation incapable of pausing mid-run continue past shift end so it finishes before the resource clocks off.
- How "Must Complete" and "Allow Overrun" Affect Resource Allocation DecisionsIllustrates how the Must Complete and Allow Overrun settings shape which resource-allocation choice the engine makes.
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Build my requirements →Infor CloudSuite HR & Payroll screens
What hr & payroll actually looks like in Infor CloudSuite.
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HR & Payroll coverage across the systems most often shortlisted alongside it, scored against the same capability list.
| Area |  |  |  | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Management | 4+1/7 | 4+1/7 | 4+2/7 | 0+1/7 |
| Time & Attendance | 2+2/7 | 4+2/7 | 3+3/7 | 3+3/7 |
| Payroll & Compensation | 1+1/7 | 2+2/7 | 4+2/7 | — |
| Talent Management | 0+1/8 | 8/8 | 0+1/8 | — |
Each cell reads confirmed+partial/scored. Grey reflects capabilities our research has not confirmed either way — it is not a finding that a product lacks them.
HR & Payroll — strength by vendor
| Vendor | Strength | Best for | Starting price | Implementation | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ★★★ strong | Large enterprises moving from on-premise Oracle to cloud | Custom | 9–18 months | |
 | ★★★ strong | Mid-to-large companies in the Microsoft ecosystem | $50/user/mo | 6–14 months | |
| ★★★ strong | Large enterprises wanting industry-specific cloud ERP | Custom | 9–18 months | |
 | ★★★ strong | People-centric organisations needing unified HR + finance | Custom | 6–12 months | |
 | ★★★ strong | Public sector, education, and professional services organisations | $95/user/mo | 5–10 months | |
 | ★★★ strong | Government contractors, A&E firms, and project-centric businesses | $75/user/mo | 4–9 months | |
| ★★★ strong | Large manufacturers and distributors with complex operations | Custom | 9–18 months | |
| ★★★ strong | Existing GP customers planning migration to Dynamics 365 Business Central | $75/user/mo | 3–6 months |
Evaluating hr & payroll on Infor CloudSuite
What to put in front of the vendor before you commit.
- 1Country-specific payroll and tax compliance
- 2Multi-country and multi-currency payroll
- 3Integration with time clocks and biometric systems
- 4Talent management depth (recruiting, performance, learning)
- 5Employee self-service and mobile access
Infor CloudSuite starts at a custom quote with a typical total cost of $300K–$2M+ and a 9–18 months implementation.
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Infor CloudSuite HR & Payroll FAQ
Does CloudSuite process payroll directly, or hand off to a third party?
Payroll processing is native, including direct deposit setup, year-end procedures, and workers' compensation handling — this is one of CloudSuite's stronger HR capability areas even though HR overall is a smaller module by capability count than finance or manufacturing.
Is employee self-service available for HR requests?
Yes — employee self service is a distinct capability, letting staff handle routine HR tasks (time off, personal data updates) without going through HR directly, which reduces administrative load in larger workforces.
Does CloudSuite support importing payroll data from external files?
Yes — importing and exporting files is supported for payroll, useful when time and attendance data originates in a separate timekeeping system that needs to feed payroll runs.
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