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Making informed HR choices: MyHR vs. HR consultants

Written by Julian Hackenberg, HR Manager | May 08, 2024

Effective human resources management is the backbone of organisational success. It helps ensure you’re complying with all workplace laws and employment standards and ensures you manage your relationships with employees correctly.

As your business grows, so do your HR needs, prompting the crucial decision between hiring an HR consultant or implementing a wraparound HR system like MyHR.

Let's explore why MyHR emerges as the superior choice for scalable businesses.

1. Constant access

MyHR provides uninterrupted access to a comprehensive, cloud-based platform, empowering you to manage HR tasks seamlessly at any time, from any place.

Whether you are updating employee records, conducting a performance review, or addressing compliance issues, the tools are available whenever you need them.

Using an HR consultant or lawyer for ad-hoc HR advice requires time and effort each time you need it, and is dependent on their availability. You may also have to wait while they attend to your issue and send responses.

2. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees

HR consultants are a costly resource, charging hefty rates for their time and expertise.  Engaging them can also result in extra hidden charges for certain work.

MyHR offers transparent pricing structures, without hidden fees or unexpected costs. With clear subscription plans based on company size, you can budget effectively and allocate resources strategically, building trust and optimising your HR investment.

3. Proactive vs reactive HR

The cost of HR consultants can create barriers, with employers reluctant to engage them for anything but crucial workplace issues or when something has gone wrong in the employment relationship. The HR consultant will typically only respond to the matter they have been asked to resolve.

MyHR provides complete oversight and guidance of all HR matters, over the entirety of the employment lifecycle. From the HR health check provided on sign-up to the ongoing support, you can rest assured your people processes and documentation are fit-for-purpose and legally compliant with all industrial relations laws.

4. Consistent support and expertise

HR consultants may not always be on hand, and you are often reliant on one person who is familiar with your business and its systems.

MyHR has a team of experienced HR professionals ready to provide consistent, dedicated support whenever you need it. Whether troubleshooting technical issues or providing HR advice on an employment matter or documentation, you can ensure that your people processes are always efficient and meet all current legal requirements.

There are no extra charges for the on-demand support, eliminating the need to negotiate additional fees or worry about exceeding consulting hours.

5. MyHR takes care of HR so you can focus on building the business

In navigating the complexities of HR management, the choice between MyHR and HR consultants is pivotal for business growth. While consultants can offer expertise on selected issues, MyHR stands out as a far more cost-effective option. With constant platform access, transparent pricing, consistent support, and on-demand assistance, you have a virtual HR department at your fingertips.

By embracing MyHR, businesses can streamline operations, mitigate risks, and focus on driving innovation and growth. Make the informed choice for your evolving HR needs.