Digital transformation has moved HR from the back office to the centre of business strategy. Today’s HR leaders are expected to recruit faster, retain top talent, improve employee experience, manage hybrid teams, track performance, support wellness, ensure compliance and deliver workforce insights in real time.

That is why HR technology has become essential. The right platform can automate repetitive tasks, improve payroll accuracy, simplify recruitment, strengthen employee engagement and help leaders make better people decisions.

As these issues take centre stage, HR leaders will also gather at the upcoming Future HR Summit, where discussions will focus on AI in HR, people analytics, employee engagement, retention, digital learning and the future of work. HR professionals looking to benchmark ideas, meet solution providers and explore practical tools should consider attending.

Here are 10 HR tech companies with a strong presence or relevance in South Africa.

1. Sage