How to ... Prepare to switch payroll providers

If you've been considering switching payroll companies but hesitated because the fiscal year is already underway, relax. You can change payroll companies at almost any time of the year. Best of all, many payroll companies are happy to help small business owners manage the transition.

The hassle is gone

Years ago, changing payroll software was a nightmare. Most of the payroll data that you provided to your outsourcing partner had to be inputted manually. Changing vendors meant late nights keying…