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A rtificial it in headlines, tech roadmaps, and in

administrative and reactive. That’s changing. According to recent projections, 80% of companies now automate at least one key payroll function, and 46% report improved accuracy and data quality post-automation. In 2026, AI is moving beyond process optimization to enable compliance-first, intelligence-driven payroll systems.

So, what’s happening with AI in payroll? To separate hype from impact, it’s important to look at how AI is truly transforming global payroll operations. This analysis highlights proven applications, emerging trends, and the irreplaceable role of human expertise in the evolving payroll ecosystem.

intelligence (AI) is everywhere. We see

C-suite conversations. But while its potential is broadly celebrated, its real-world role in global payroll remains widely misunderstood. For years, payroll has been seen as

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