Zoho People: Simplified HR and Employee Management
Digitize your human resources processes and improve employee experience, without bureaucracy.
Zoho People powers HR operations for 45,000+ businesses and over 1 million users across 165+ countries, backed by 15 years of HR technology development.
The platform covers the full employee lifecycle - recruitment, onboarding, attendance, performance reviews, payroll integration, analytics, and HR helpdesk - starting at just $1.50 per user per month.
AI-powered Zia chatbot handles routine HR queries, while self-service portals let employees manage leave requests, documents, and personal data independently.
As a Zoho Partner since 2011, Svennis configures Zoho People for European companies with GDPR-compliant workflows, multi-country leave policies, and localized holiday calendars across EU jurisdictions.
The Svennis team brings 200+ implementations and 5 Marketplace extensions rated 5/5, ensuring every HR digitization project delivers measurable efficiency gains.
This application from the Zoho suite is also included in the Zoho One license.
Why Choose Zoho People?
Smart and flexible HR
Managing HR across European offices means navigating different labor laws, leave policies, and compliance requirements in every country - a challenge that spreadsheets and legacy systems simply cannot handle at scale.
- Zoho People solves this for 45,000+ businesses globally by providing a unified HR platform covering attendance tracking via web, mobile, and biometric devices, flexible multi-country leave policies, and AI-powered analytics across the entire workforce.
- The platform has been refined over 15 years of HR technology development and supports 165+ countries with localized holiday calendars, shift scheduling, and region-specific compliance settings.
- Employee self-service portals dramatically reduce administrative burden, while Zia AI chatbot answers routine HR questions instantly, freeing HR teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than paperwork.
- Svennis configures Zoho People specifically for European organizations, setting up GDPR-compliant workflows with EU data hosting, encryption, granular permission controls, and full audit trails.
- With 200+ Zoho implementations since 2011, the Svennis team integrates People with Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, and Zoho Recruit to create a connected HR ecosystem where employee data flows seamlessly across departments.
Automated HR processes
Zoho People automates approval workflows for leave requests, expense claims, and document approvals across 45,000+ businesses worldwide, saving HR teams hours of manual processing every week.
- Employee self-service portals empower staff to update their own profiles, check leave balances, and access pay slips without HR intervention.
- The Zia AI chatbot handles routine HR queries instantly, dramatically reducing administrative overhead and freeing HR professionals to focus on strategic workforce initiatives.
Total visibility
Zoho People provides real-time workforce reports covering attendance patterns, leave utilization, performance metrics, and headcount trends across 165+ countries and regions.
- Customizable dashboards give HR leaders and managers the visibility they need to make data-driven decisions about staffing, compensation, and organizational development.
- Over 1 million users rely on these analytics to track employee engagement, identify retention risks, and optimize workforce planning.
Scalability
Zoho People adapts to organizations of every size, starting at just $1.50 per user per month and scaling effortlessly as your workforce grows from 5 employees to 5,000+ across multiple countries.
- The modular design lets you activate only the features you need today - attendance, leave, performance, or payroll integration - while keeping room to expand tomorrow.
- Backed by 15 years of HR technology development and trusted by 45,000+ businesses, the platform's architecture ensures stability and reliability at any scale.
5 key reasons to choose Zoho People
HR workflow automation
Zoho People lets you define customized processes for onboarding, performance reviews, leave approvals, and expense claims using a visual workflow builder trusted by 45,000+ businesses globally.
- Multi-level approval chains route requests to the right managers automatically, while notifications and escalation rules ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
- The platform covers the full employee lifecycle - recruitment, onboarding, attendance, performance, payroll integration, and HR helpdesk - from a single unified dashboard.
GDPR Compliance
Zoho People protects employee data with EU-hosted servers, AES-256 encryption at rest and in transit, and granular permission controls with a full audit trail across 165+ supported countries.
- The platform supports data export, anonymization, and deletion requests as required by GDPR, ensuring transparent management of employee data rights for over 1 million users worldwide.
- Svennis configures all privacy and compliance settings during implementation, ensuring European organizations meet GDPR requirements from day one.
Extensive integrations
Zoho People connects natively with Zoho CRM, Books, Recruit, and Sign, creating a unified HR ecosystem where employee data flows seamlessly across departments without manual re-entry.
- External ERP, payroll, and identity management platforms integrate through custom REST APIs, webhooks, and SSO through Google Workspace or Azure AD.
- Svennis has built custom integrations for European clients connecting Zoho People with local payroll providers, SAP, and regional compliance systems across 200+ implementations.
Self-service portal
Zoho People's branded self-service portal lets employees update their personal data, request leave, view pay slips, and access HR documents anytime from web or mobile - a feature used daily by over 1 million users in 165+ countries.
- The Zia AI chatbot answers routine HR questions instantly, further reducing repetitive inquiries.
- This self-service approach empowers staff to manage routine tasks independently, freeing HR teams to focus on strategic talent management and organizational development.
Local support from Svennis
Svennis Cloud Solutions brings 200+ Zoho implementations since 2011 (including the World Class Romania digitalization project) and 5 Marketplace extensions rated 5/5, providing hands-on assistance with HR digitization tailored specifically to European businesses.
- The Svennis team configures multi-country leave policies, localized holiday calendars across EU jurisdictions, and GDPR-compliant workflows with EU data hosting.
- From data migration and custom payroll integrations to recruiter training, Svennis ensures every Zoho People deployment delivers measurable efficiency gains starting at just $1.50 per user per month.
Services offered by Svennis for Zoho People
Transform your HR department with our expertise
Zoho People Consulting
We analyze your processes
We understand your HR objectives and operational challenges.
We define the architecture
We propose the optimal module and permission structure.
We plan the implementation
We establish a detailed plan with clear milestones and deliverables.
Implementation & Data Migration
We configure the account
We set up time policies, leave policies, and access roles.
We migrate the data
We import personnel files, timesheets, and leave history.
We validate accuracy
We verify data integrity and legal compliance.
Custom Integration & API
We analyze integrations
We identify third-party systems (ERP, Payroll, SSO) that require integration.
We develop the API
We build custom REST/GraphQL connectors and webhooks.
We automate processes
We automate data synchronization to eliminate manual work.
Training and Ongoing Support
We train the team
We organize hands-on sessions for HR, managers, and employees.
We provide technical support
We provide fast assistance via email, phone, or a dedicated portal.
We continuously optimize
We monitor usage and propose periodic improvements.
Zoho People Pricing
Flexible solutions for any type of organization
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Key Features of Zoho People
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Time and Attendance Management
Track hours worked, shifts, and timesheets in real time.
- Check-in/out via web, mobile, or biometric devices.
- Flexible attendance policies and cost-center allocation.
- Automated reports for overtime and absenteeism.
Leave Management
Simplify leave requests, approvals, and planning.
- Multiple leave types and automatic accrual rules.
- Visual calendar for teams and managers.
- Alignment with labor legislation.
Performance Reviews
Goal setting, 360° feedback, and development plans.
- Configurable KPI and OKR templates.
- Automated approval workflows and reminders.
- Dashboard for tracking progress in real time.
GDPR & Security
Protect employee data with advanced security measures.
- Encryption at rest and in transit.
- Granular permission control and audit trail.
- Anonymization and data export features on request.
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Zoho People anywhere, anytime
The Zoho People mobile app lets you clock in, request leave, and access personal information directly from your smartphone. Stay connected with your team, no matter where you are.
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Answers to the most common questions about Zoho People
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