Preceda has been a long-standing payroll system for many Australian and New Zealand enterprises. But with its end of life approaching, organisations face a critical decision: how to manage their Preceda payroll migration without disrupting compliance or operations.
For payroll and HR leaders, this isn’t just a system change. It’s a business-critical decision that impacts compliance, employee experience, and operational efficiency.
The risks of staying on an unsupported payroll system
Remaining on Preceda after its retirement date exposes your business to significant risks:
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Compliance gaps – missed AU & NZ legislation updates and award changes.
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Security vulnerabilities – unsupported systems are prime targets for cyber threats.
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Rising costs – increased manual workarounds and higher maintenance expenses.
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Service limitations – slower vendor response times and reduced access to expert help.
Why migration is an opportunity - not just a challenge
Migrating payroll is often seen as disruptive. But handled correctly, it’s a chance to modernise and future-proof your operations:
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Move to a modern SaaS payroll platform with automation and real-time insights.
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Eliminate manual processes and reduce payroll errors.
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Improve employee engagement with self-service tools and pay on demand.
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Gain flexible delivery options — from in-house payroll to supported payroll or fully managed payroll services.
Steps to a stress-free Preceda migration
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Assess your current payroll processes
Audit workflows, data quality, and compliance requirements. Identify inefficiencies that can be resolved during migration. -
Choose your future SaaS payroll platform
Select an enterprise-grade solution with proven AU/NZ compliance expertise, scalable features, and strong vendor stability. -
Plan your migration timeline
A structured migration minimises risk. Most enterprise transitions take 8–12 weeks, including parallel runs to ensure accuracy. -
Migrate and configure
Work with your new vendor to securely map awards, agreements, and historical data, configuring the system for your unique needs. -
Go live with expert support
Ensure your provider offers strong post-go-live support to quickly resolve issues and maintain business continuity.
Why Affinity is the ideal Preceda replacement
At Affinity, we’ve guided organisations through seamless Preceda payroll migrations. Our platform is purpose-built for enterprise payroll in Australia and New Zealand, offering flexible delivery models and ongoing expert support.
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Local compliance expertise to keep pace with AU & NZ legislation.
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Configurable workflows for even the most complex payroll requirements.
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Migration specialists with deep knowledge of Preceda data structures.
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Post-go-live support to keep payroll running smoothly from day one.
Our products and services are designed to give enterprises the flexibility to choose the right model – SaaS, supported, or fully managed.
Make your move from Preceda with confidence
Don’t wait until support for Preceda disappears. Your payroll migration is an opportunity to modernise, strengthen compliance, and ensure accuracy for the future.
➡️ Book a Preceda Migration Consultation with Affinity today.
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