Discover essential HR tools for small businesses with PurelyHR. From time tracking to performance reviews, simplify your operations and focus on growing your business.
Wearing multiple hats is part of the job when you run a small business, but human resources management shouldn't take up your entire closet.
Still, from onboarding new hires to tracking vacation time, juggling records, and keeping tabs on hours worked, it's easy for things to fall through the cracks (or get buried under a pile of sticky notes).
Enter PurelyHR. A suite (nay, fleet) of modular tools for time tracking, leave management, performance reviews, and more—all in one centralized platform—simplify your HR tasks so you can focus on growing your business rather than chasing paperwork.
Whether you need one tool or the whole toolkit, PurelyHR flexes to fit your needs.
Modern small business owners without the luxury of a full-on HR department need a solid set of cloud-based HR tools to manage...well, everything. From hiring and onboarding to tracking time off, performance, and employee data, the right HR software can streamline operations, reduce errors, and free up valuable time for actually running your business.
The modular HR tools offered by PurelyHR include:
Manual clock-ins are unreliable, time-consuming, and error-prone—not to mention vulnerable to time theft, buddy punching, and endless back-and-forth when hours don't add up. They can also create headaches for payroll and lead to compliance issues.
Time-Clock makes it easy for employees to clock in and out from any approved device. With features like geolocation, IP restrictions, and punch rounding, every shift is logged fairly and accurately. Plus, managers get real-time visibility into attendance, so nothing slips through the cracks.
Chasing down timesheets and double-checking hours can eat up hours of your own precious time—especially when they're handwritten, emailed late, or missing key details. This creates unnecessary stress, increases errors, and makes it harder to monitor productivity or project costs.
Timesheet lets you automate and customize how employees track their time, whether by project, task, or day. This is perfect for teams with varied workflows or billing needs. Employees log their hours through a user-friendly interface, and managers review, edit, and approve with just a few clicks. Built-in reminders and reporting tools keep everything on track.
Inconsistent or rushed performance reviews don't support growth—they can leave employees feeling undervalued, managers scrambling for feedback, and opportunities for development stymied. Without a structured system, it's easy to overlook wins, miss red flags, and delay important conversations.
The Performance module helps you build a review process that's structured, fair, and aligned with company goals—so feedback becomes a consistent, meaningful part of your culture. With customizable templates, automated reminders, goal-setting tools, and progress tracking, it's easy to tailor reviews to different roles and teams.
Keeping track of employee info across spreadsheets or paper files is a recipe for confusion and frustration—it's easy to lose or misplace documents, and updating or sharing records can become an HR management nightmare. Inconsistent data can lead to errors and compliance issues, not to mention delays in responding to employee inquiries.
The Staff module centralizes all employee records—from job history and certifications to contact info, emergency details, and important documents—into a secure, easily accessible, and searchable system. With features like customizable fields, document upload capabilities, and real-time updates, you can keep all employee information in one organized place.
Without a system in place, vacation requests and sick days can quickly get messy. Employees may forget to submit requests on time, leave balances can be unclear, and managers may struggle to avoid scheduling conflicts. This can lead to misunderstandings, missed time-off approvals, and unnecessary back-and-forth.
Time-Off lets employees request leave through a self-serve portal, making the process quick and hassle-free for all parties. Thanks to customizable leave types, policies that align with your business, and automated approval, the module streamlines time-off management from A to Z. Managers can easily approve or deny requests in real-time while employees have full visibility of their leave balances and history.
Disciplinary action is never easy, and without proper documentation, it can get complicated fast—leading to misunderstandings, inconsistent enforcement, and potential legal risks. When incidents aren't recorded accurately, it's even harder to track behavioral patterns, ensure fairness, or justify decisions.
The Warnings module offers a way to issue, track, and store formal warnings, ensuring fairness and consistency across your team. With customizable warning templates, automated tracking of warning statuses, and a secure storage system, it's easy to document every step. You can also track patterns over time, helping to address issues early and maintain clear records.
Finding the right candidate can be endless and even hellish without HR management tools. Sorting through countless resumes, managing multiple communication channels, and keeping track of interviews can get overwhelmingly fast. Without HR processes, it's easy to miss top talent or experience delays that could cost you a hire.
Talent streamlines your hiring process by helping you post jobs, manage applicants, and collaborate on decisions—all from one easy platform. From job posting templates, customizable application forms, applicant tracking, and team collaboration tools, you can breeze candidates through each stage of hiring. It also lets you store interview notes, track candidate progress, and ensure timely follow-ups.
When it comes to choosing the right HR management software, glowing reviews and real-world results speak volumes. With an average 4.5-star rating on Capterra, users consistently highlight its ease of use, customizable features, and top-notch customer support. One long-time customer called it a "solid, customizable, and scalable platform," while another praised the "modern look" and how "easy to navigate" it is for their entire team.
What sets PurelyHR apart even further? Every account comes with free and unlimited support, access to onboarding and training resources, and live demos to get you started.
Managing HR as a small business doesn't have to be total chaos. With PurelyHR's suite of modular HR tools, you can streamline your day-to-day operations, stay organized, and support your team with confidence. Whether you're tracking hours, managing leave, or improving performance reviews, you'll save time, reduce errors, and build a stronger, happier workplace with PurelyHR.
Ready to simplify your core HR processes and take your team to the next level? Start your free 21-day trial today, or book a personalized demo to actually see how PurelyHR can work for your business!
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