Equator provides easier HR event management

The latest update of the modular Equator human resource management system from K3 Business Technology Group (K3) simplifies event management for busy HR professionals. Easy to use diary triggers automatically remind staff and personnel managers of important dates for reviews, training and other important events such as disciplinary hearings. The software integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Outlook's Calendar module for easy communication.

"K3 is committed to continual development of Equator to provide the most comprehensive, user-friendly HR solution on the market. The system has been developed from the ground up by K3 to cover all the key areas for personnel management, making it much easier to gain a clear picture of the workforce. Being able to automatically administer diary dates for reviews, meetings and training sessions lightens the burden for HR departments and also ensures that all people involved are kept up to date of forthcoming events," says Kevin O'Donnell, HR Development Director, K3 Business Technology Group.

Other enhancements to the comprehensive HR package include the ability to capture Serial and/or Lot numbers when performing a Job Receipt directly from the shop floor in real-time, automatic population of the Payroll module from easily configured payroll spreadsheets, and the easy integration with third party software products. This makes it simple to use with existing tools such as T&A systems, either using Equator's fully integrated T&A module, or a 3^rd party solution. Equator offers a complete HR package, including payroll, personnel, shop floor data capture and T&A.

"Ease of use, while providing complete integration, all without the need to rely on the IT department is a keystone in Equator development. Serial and Lot traceability, for example, is an important issue for many of our customers. With the Shop Floor Data Capture module, we have made it straightforward to enter Serial and/or Lot information in real-time. By using this module, the customers systems are automatically updated and there is no need for additional data entry into the ERP system.

A lot of work is done deep down within the program's architecture so that each update brings significant enhancements to the user experience. An important part of this is constant improvements in the system's ability to integrate with other important programs that customers may rely on for the smooth running of their companies," concludes Kevin O'Donnell.

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About K3 Business Technology Group

K3 Business Technology Group employs 80 people at its Manchester head office and its branches throughout the UK and Ireland. The company offers solutions in enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management, advanced planning and scheduling, warehouse management, human resources and e-business. SYSPRO is used by some 14,000 sites across the world. K3 Business Technology Group is part of K3 Business Technology PLC which is a global leader in providing next-generation enterprise software for businesses in the retail, manufacturing and distribution sectors. With more than 3,000 customer installations in over 30 countries, K3 is recognised as a safe, innovative and reliable provider of world-class solutions, backed by world-class service.

For further information, please contact:-

Editorial - Ellen Hoefste, Marketing Manager, K3 Business Technology Group on 0161 876 4498, or Gary Lillistone, Bridge PR on 024 76 520025, or e-mail garyl@bridgepr.co.uk.