04:05 FOREWORD
Beyond the Jargon
on Empowering Global Payroll and HR to Lead Responsible AI Adoption . Tracee Bowles is Proving Payroll’s Strategic Value . And Stacey Kavanagh reveals Payroll’s Hidden Role in Mergers and Acquisitions , highlighting the often-overlooked influence payroll decisions can have on major business outcomes. Together, these articles demonstrate that strategic payroll work can combine knowledge, influence, and practical execution. Understanding where payroll fits in the broader business picture allows professionals to make decisions that drive real, meaningful impact rather than just ensure compliance. We hope such insights can inspire fresh approaches, reinforce your strategic perspective, and give you the tools to continue shaping payroll’s role in ways that leave a lasting impression.
I ’ve noticed that the word in this month’s magazine. It’s easy to roll our eyes when something starts to sound like industry jargon. But for global payroll professionals, this is a word that has genuine power and intention behind it. Being strategic means demonstrating how our work adds value, informs decision-making, and shapes outcomes across the wider organisation. It demands clarity, foresight and confidence. strategic has been appearing more frequently in recent issues, and it takes centre stage This issue sees strategic thinking in action. Joanne Foster shares her Blueprint for Global Payroll Migration , providing a structured approach to complex, multi-jurisdictional moves. Rick Hammell offers a nuanced take
Melanie Pizzey
Melanie Pizzey GPA CEO
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ISSUE 21 GLOBAL PAYROLL MAGAZINE
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