Global Payroll Survey

2026: The State of Global Payroll
We continue to navigate through a landscape of groundbreaking digital transformations and payroll remains a pivotal element in enhancing employee engagement and experience. These advancements are revitalising traditional payroll practices and redefining their role within organisations. In light of these shifts, global payroll leaders increasingly take on pivotal roles in guiding their teams through the intricacies of managing payroll worldwide. As a result, payroll professionals are encountering unprecedented levels of complexity, heightened expectations, and continuous evolution in their field, making it a significant time in the industry's history.

Join us as we delve into the findings of the 2026 "Getting the World Paid" survey. This year's insights promise to offer a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving landscape of payroll management.

In this enlightening session, you will gain insights into:

• The various global payroll in-house and outsourcing strategies, including in-house software, global payroll providers, accountancy networks, EORs, and PEOs
• Identifying and prioritizing key strategic objectives for global payroll, such as improving accuracy, delivering a better employee experience, and using payroll data to drive business intelligence
• The essential skills that are important for hiring new global payroll talent, such as AI literacy, country compliance knowledge, and a solution-focused mindset
• The industries that are adopting AI within their global payroll technology stack, and whether it is for end-to-end payroll processes or specific tasks or regions

View the video slide deck.