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Back The World is Not One – Even India is Not OneBy Rajendra Sappa, CDO, AscentHR Technologies January 28, 2026 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in When you manage payroll delivery across countries and cultures, one truth stands out early — the world is not one. And if you

Back The Power of Internal Certifications: From Training to Trusted CapabilityBy Bareena Irwin Tamang, L&D Lead, AscentHR Technologies December 19, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Organisations are increasingly realising that training alone can no longer guarantee or meet the required capability. What truly drives performance is

Back Governance: The Cornerstone of Client Engagement ExperienceBy Kranthi Kumar, Experience Transformation Leader, AscentHR Technologies December 9, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In any long-term client relationship, the real differentiator is not just what we deliver, but how we deliver it. Governance is the framework that

Back The Significance of Learning & Development in Today’s Enterprise LandscapeBy Bareena Irwin Tamag, L&D Lead, Ascent HR Technologies November 19, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In today’s fast-changing business environment, Learning and Development (L&D) has evolved from being a support function to becoming a strategic

Back From Delays to Digital Ease: How EPFO’s New Reforms Put Employees FirstBy Rajendra Sappa, Chief Delivery Officer, AscentHR Technologies November 4, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has taken an important step toward simplifying social security for India’s workforce. For

Back From Custom-Built to Configurable: The Future of HR Systems in the AI EraBy Ravi Sathyanarayana, CTO, Ascent HR Technologies November 3, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in For years, HR technology has been defined by complexity – custom-built systems, endless integrations, and long upgrade cycles. But

Back Delivering Delight through Experience-Led Service ModelsBy Kranthi Kumar, Experience Transformation Leader, AscentHR Technologies October 30, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in For decades, Service Level Agreements (SLAs) have been the backbone of IT and service delivery contracts. They brought predictability and accountability, defining uptime, restoration timelines,

Back AI and Automation Redefine Payroll Outsourcing in IndiaBy Rajendra Sappa, CDO, AscentHR September 3, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Today, that mindset is outdated. With AI and automation maturing, payroll outsourcing is evolving from a cost centre to a strategic lever that strengthens compliance, sharpens

Back Future-Proofing India’s Youth: Digital Apprenticeships & Hybrid Skilling PathwaysBy Sudeep Subramanyam, Principal Consultant – Compliance Practice, AscentHR July 15, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in India’s Demographic Dividend: An Opportunity and a Challenge With over 65% of the population under the age of 35, India is

Back The Future of Hiring in India: From Volume to ValueBy Murali Santhanam, CHRO, AscentHR June 30, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in India’s hiring landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditionally driven by sheer volume — especially in IT services, BPOs, and manufacturing — the focus

Back Cloud-Native & Blockchain-Backed HR Operations: The Future of Trust and AgilityBy Ravi Sathyanarayana, Head of Technology, AscentHR June 18, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in As organizations evolve to become truly digital enterprises, the transformation of HR operations has become pivotal—not just for efficiency, but for

Back From Tedious To Seamless: Benefits Of HRMS-Payroll SynergyBy Rajendra Sappa, Chief Delivery Officer – AscentHR Technologies May 19, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Handling HR-related tasks can be highly tedious, due to which companies aiming to become successful have already implemented HRMS software into their

Back Work-Life Balance in India-Based CompaniesMurali Santhanam, CHRO, AscentHR March 21, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Work-life balance is becoming a key priority for employees across various sectors in India. While traditionally associated with the IT industry, other sectors are now embracing the need for a

Back The Global Race to AI: A Cautious Approach to AdoptionRavi Sathyanarayana, CTO – AscentHR February 21, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The global race to artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited a frenzy across industries, as organizations compete to harness its transformative potential. As businesses explore

Back Fortifying Your HRMS Data SecurityRavi Sathyanarayana, CTO – AscentHR February 20, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Employee data is vital information that every organisation must preserve securely at all costs from unauthorised access and breaches. Data security in HRMS encompasses various aspects like data encryption,

Back Dual Entity Salary & Bonus Processing with Tax Slab AdjustmentBy Rajendra Prasad Sappa, Chief Delivery Officer, AscentHR February 20, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Objective The objective of this concept note is to address the scenario where employees of a company (Entity A) receive their

Back Approach Document: Treatment of Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) for internationally mobile employeesBy Rajendra Prasad Sappa, Chief Delivery Officer, AscentHR January 13, 2025 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Background Multinationals worldwide frequently offer shares under ESOP to their employees as part of their reward and retention

Back The Impact of Ai on the hiring processBy Jaianand Harikrishnan, Senior Manager, HRMS, AscentHR December 17, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In today’s fast-paced, data-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer in various industries, however, recruitment is no exception. As organizations strive

Back Payroll Statutory Reports in IndiaBy Rajendra Prasad Sappa, Chief Delivery Officer, AscentHR December 4, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Payroll statutory reports are specific reports that employers need to generate and file periodically in prescribed formats with concerned government authorities depending on the employer company’s

Back Ensuring Compliance In Employee Onboarding Through UAN, Aadhaar Integrationby Rajendra Sappa, CDO, AscentHR November 20, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The integration of the Universal Account Number (UAN) with Aadhaar has become a critical requirement for compliance in India’s Provident Fund (PF) system. Over the

Back Flexible Work Policies as a Pathway to Gender Equalityby Murali Santhanam, CHRO, AscentHR November 13, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The conversation surrounding flexible work policies and gender equality has gained significant traction in recent years. While some believe that flexible arrangements hinder gender equity,

Back Retain or regret: Winning the talent tug-of-warby Murali Santhanam, CHRO, AscentHR November 4, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Proactive strategies in growth, management, and support are key to retaining top talent. Addressing employees’ professional and personal needs builds loyalty and strengthens the workforce. Employees are

Back How an Effective HRMS Enhances Staffing, Contractor, and PEO Managementby Rajeev Ranjan, Ascent Staffing October 8, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In the staffing and PEO industry, a smooth and efficient onboarding process is crucial for contractors and staffing employees placed at client companies. An

Back Building an Excellence Culture: Approach to Attracting, Engaging, and Keeping Talentby Bareena Irwin Tamang September 20, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In a fast-changing workplace, keeping and hiring good employees is still a big challenge. The question of how to keep employees has been around

Back The impact of AI on talent managementby Bareena Irwin Tamang, L&D Lead (AscentHR) September 4, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Artificial intelligence (AI) and predictive algorithms have a significant impact on several aspects of talent management, including recruitment and onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, learning

Back Enhancing Analytical Thinking in the Workplaceby Bareena Irwin Tamang August 8, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Digital and AI technologies are transforming the world of work, requiring today’s workforce to constantly upskill or reskill to adapt to the ever-changing world of work. Moreover, the massive

Back The Surge of Competency-based Hiring Navigating the Shiftby Murali Santhanam, CHRO August 2, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in We are living in an era marked by shifting competency demands. The evolving digital landscape is resulting in an unprecedented demand for competent tech workers across business

Back Improving CX in the HR Service Industry for Organisational Successby Machaiah Kaverappa July 1, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in According to a very recent global customer experience (CX) study conducted by a multinational computer technology company, 74% of senior executives believe that customer experience significantly

Back HR Values and Policies: Navigating the New Era of Work Cultureby Murali Santhanam June 10, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Mr. Murali Santhanam, CHRO of AscentHR, discusses the evolution of HR practices and their critical role in today’s dynamic workplace. HR values and policies have

Back Income Tax: Filing ITR early this time? Here are 8 key strategies to optimise tax savingsby Narendra K.S. (Financial Wellness) May 26, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in A new financial year (FY) has begun, and with it comes the opportunity to strategically manage your taxes.

Back Balancing Talent Mobility Debunking the No-Poaching Policy Conundrumby Rajeev Ranjan (Ascent Staffing) May 1, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The movement of talent across organizations or industries is a natural phenomenon in any labor market. Several factors propel this external talent mobility. One such factor

Back Merits and Challenges of a Strategic Allianceby Prabhakar Sourirajulu April 1, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Business ties such as strategic alliances are not just enablers of business strategies, they are the catalysts for growth and expansion. These strategic partnerships, whether between large corporations or

Back Boosting Employee Retention: AscentHR’s Proven Strategies for Building a Devoted Workforceby Murali Santhanam March 31, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In the domain of modern corporate challenges, employee retention stands out as a pivotal concern, increasingly recognized for its critical role in sustaining organizational growth and innovation.

Back Expanding Focus on Mental Health and Addressing Burnout at Work March 14, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In recent years, there has been a significant shift in workplace culture and practices as organisations recognise the importance of employees’ overall well-being, with a specific emphasis on

Back Performance review is not an employee’s enemyHere’s how you can use it to your advantage. February 20, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Synopsis Performance reviews can cause anxiety among employees who are evaluated based on their performance and given feedback. Presenting strengths, leveraging feedback, and

Back How Effective Employee Management Can Drive Organisational SuccessBy Mr Rajendra Sappa January 31, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Employee management plays a crucial role in driving organisational success in several ways, as it is an essential component for maintaining a healthy and effective workforce. Although

Back AscentHR has evolved into a mature and robust HR service provider Subramanyam S | Founder & CEO | AscentHR January 12, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in At the core of an organisation’s success is the efficiency of its workforce. At AscentHR, a leading HR Tech

Back Relieving letter: All you need to know about this document January 11, 2024 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Synopsis A relieving letter is vital to show that an employee who has resigned has cleared all dues and has no work pending, says Sarbojit Mallick, co-founder, Instahyre,

Back The Rise Of AI In HR: 3 Reasons Why Soft skills Are Now More Important Than Ever December 22, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Soft skills have always been important, whether in the workplace or in life. From an organisation’s perspective, developing employees’ soft skills

Back Revolutionising people practises: The power of data-driven insights November 11, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In the dynamic landscape of business, where the consequences of each choice reverberate through an organisation’s journey to prosperity, the role of the Human Resources (HR) department has evolved into

Back How Creativity Fuels Growth and How to Encourage It September 14, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Creativity in the workplace, whether stemming from an individual or a collective, stands as an indispensable ingredient for an organisation’s innovation, driving its ultimate growth. In essence, creativity becomes

Back Why Holistic Skills Are Essential For Young Talent? August 12, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The global pandemic triggered a scarcity of workforce across organisations, resulting in phenomena like the ‘great resignation’ and ‘moonlighting’. The World Economic Forum predicts that 85 million jobs will be

Back Reduce a lag in productivity – Reskill August 2, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Our workplaces, and the work itself, are changing faster than ever, and the skills learned in academic settings are becoming less and less relevant. Recently, companies have been compelled to swiftly

Back Optimise The Potential of HR tech: A Guide For Business Leaders July 4, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In this article, Jaianand HariKrishnan, Senior Manager, HRMS at AscentHR, provides a detailed guide on optimising HR technology to add maximum value to an organisation.  Just like technology enhances

Back 14 tips for millennials to navigate finance, investing and retirement planning May 14, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Millennials have unique financial challenges and opportunities compared to previous generations. Many are burdened with student loan debt, face rising living costs, and have limited job security.

Back Check-list to draw up your personal finance strategy May 14, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Personal financial planning is a process that involves evaluating your current financial situation, setting financial goals, and developing a plan to achieve those goals. It involves creating a budget, managing

Back Unlocking the Potential of the Contingency Workforce April 24, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in In today’s rapidly evolving economy, businesses are finding it increasingly challenging to keep pace with the shifting landscape of talent acquisition and management. Companies are looking for ways to stay competitive

Back Basic Social Media Etiquette to Expand Your Reach March 27, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Social media is an incredibly powerful tool for individuals and businesses to expand their reach and connect with a wider audience. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and it

Back 2023 Dawns with Limitless Possibilities to Manage Employee Experience February 28, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in The farewell of 2022 was packed with more challenges and acceptances after two years of the existential crisis of the pandemic. Behavioural change is one of the most apparent

Back Employee Wellbeing Contributing To Healthy Organization January 29, 2023 Posted by: AscentHR Categories: Authored Article, In the Press No Comments Published in Employee well-being is a term used to describe an employee’s physical and emotional health at their workplace. It encompasses factors such as work-life balance, job security, job satisfaction, and the ability to