Sage HRMS Payroll & US

Time to Migrate from Sage Abra Suite Is Running Out Fast

The last full product update for Sage Abra Suite was issued last month. Sage has announced that there will be a limited legislative update in December 2020. After that, nothing. No more updates. No more security fixes. No more tax and legislative updates. If you're still using Sage Abra Suite, the time to move is now. Do you have plans for your next step? Are you already on your way? If not, it’s time to get started. Read for important dates and information that will help.

Ease Employee High Deductibles with Health Savings Accounts

Healthcare costs in the U. S. are a significant concern for employees and employers alike. This year, you may be offering high deductible health plans to your employees. Those plans usually mean lower premiums for both groups, but employees face paying more up front before their insurance kicks in. Health saving accounts can help. Read for statistics on the rate of increased costs, 2021 deductible requirements, out-of-pocket maximums, and for tips on how to manage HSA deductions.

About Out of Time: Migrate from Sage Abra Suite

If you're still using Sage Abra Suite, the time to move is now. Sage has announced that there will be a limited legislative update in December 2020. After that, nothing. No more updates. No more security fixes. No more tax and legislative updates. Are you ready for your next step? If not, it’s time to make plans. Read for important dates and information to help you get started.

Updated – Sage HRMS / Sage Abra Setup Guidelines for Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA/HR 6201) 

We have updated our guidelines that Sage Abra Suite and Sage HRMS administrators can use to set up their system to address the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act law, which provides employees with three (3) new paid leave banks for eligible employees.

Sage Abra Suite: Coming to the Finish Line

Sage Abra Suite has had a long run, but the finish line is in sight. Abra Suite has reached end of life and will no longer be supported by Sage North America. A limited legislative update will be available in December, 2020. Access to the support center ends on December 28. Are you ready for your next step? If not, it’s time to make plans.

Countdown Update – How Many Workdays Until Sage Retires Abra Suite?

Time goes by quickly, and the countdown to Sage Abra Suite's retirement has begun. While December 28, 2020 sounds like the distant future, it will be here before you know it. And you don't have long to plan and move to a new system. Sage HRMS and its add-ons will provide plenty of new features, but to get there, you have to start now. Read for the Abra Suite retirement timeline, product links, and more.

Take the Mystery Out of Reading Pay Stubs

Receiving an accurate, timely paycheck is expected by employees of any organization. Problems with payroll can erode trust and morale. Making sure your employees understand the information on their pay stubs is one way to reduce concerns and questions brought to HR/Paryoll. Read for 7 tips on how to clarify the payroll process and de-mystify the numbers on pay stubs.

Streamline Your Sage HRMS Payroll Process

If you've worked with payroll, you know there are complicated calculations to be done. You might have tip allocations, benefit accruals, and overtime to consider. Maybe some of your employees work in multiple job types, each with its own pay rate. Entering all that information from a variety of sources is time consuming and as with any manual data entry, mistakes are easier to make. Read how Sage Time and Labor Import streamlines the payroll process and can be customized for your specific needs.