Posts tagged “hr

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February 25, 202613 min read

Employee Attendance and Timekeeping: Philippine Rules and Best Practices

Complete guide to attendance and timekeeping rules in the Philippines — legal requirements under the Labor Code, DTR documentation, grace periods, absence handling, overtime tracking, and DOLE record-keeping standards.

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February 25, 20265 min read

Are Contractual Employees Entitled to Benefits?

Yes. Contractual employees in the Philippines are entitled to the same statutory benefits as regular employees — 13th month, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and leave.

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February 25, 202615 min read

DOLE Labor Inspection: What Philippine Employers Must Prepare

Complete guide to DOLE labor inspections — what triggers an inspection, documents to prepare, common violations and penalties, and how to ensure compliance with Philippine labor standards.

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February 25, 20265 min read

How to Handle Employee AWOL in the Philippines

AWOL alone is not automatic grounds for dismissal. Abandonment requires absence without valid reason AND clear intent to sever employment. The twin notice rule still applies.

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February 25, 202612 min read

Employee Loans and Cash Advances: Policy Guide for Philippine SMEs

Complete guide to employee loans and cash advances in the Philippines — SSS salary loans, Pag-IBIG multi-purpose loans, company loans, payroll deduction rules under Art. 113-116, and policy templates.

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February 25, 20268 min read

What Records Must Philippine Employers Keep? (DOLE Requirements)

Philippine employers must keep payroll records and DTRs for at least 3 years. Here are the 6 record categories DOLE inspectors check and how to organize them.

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February 25, 202616 min read

Hiring and Onboarding Compliance in the Philippines

Complete guide to hiring and onboarding compliance — pre-employment requirements, employment contract essentials, probationary vs regular employment under Art. 295-296, 201 file setup, and data privacy obligations under RA 10173.

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February 25, 202612 min read

How Much Does an HRIS Cost in the Philippines?

HRIS pricing guide for Philippine businesses — per-employee costs, setup fees, hidden costs, ROI framework, and total cost of ownership at 20, 50, and 100 employees.

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February 25, 202614 min read

What to Look For in an HRIS for Philippine Companies

HRIS features checklist for Philippine businesses — must-have PH compliance features, nice-to-haves, red flags, and 10 questions to ask any vendor.

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February 25, 202612 min read

HRIS vs Spreadsheets vs Outsourcing: Which Is Right for Your SME?

Compare HRIS software, Excel payroll, and outsourced payroll for Philippine SMEs. Cost analysis at 5, 20, 50, and 100 employees with break-even calculations.

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February 25, 20266 min read

How Many Days of Leave Am I Entitled To? (Philippines)

Philippine employees are entitled to 5 days of Service Incentive Leave (SIL) under Art. 95 of the Labor Code, plus special leaves under various laws.

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February 25, 20265 min read

Maternity Leave in the Philippines: 105 Days Under RA 11210

RA 11210 grants 105 days paid maternity leave for live childbirth, 60 days for miscarriage. Solo parents get 15 extra days. Up to 7 days transferable to the father.

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February 25, 20264 min read

Paternity Leave Philippines: 7 Days Under RA 8187

RA 8187 grants 7 days paid paternity leave to married male employees for the first four deliveries of the legitimate spouse. Non-cumulative, non-convertible.

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February 25, 202615 min read

Performance Reviews in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for SMEs

How to implement effective performance reviews for Philippine SMEs — review cycle design, rating scales, probationary evaluation under Art. 296, PIP basics, and documentation best practices.

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February 25, 20266 min read

What Is Regularization and When Should It Happen?

Regularization is the transition from probationary to regular employment. Under Art. 296 of the Labor Code, probation cannot exceed 6 months (180 days).

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February 25, 20267 min read

Can My Employer Deduct From My Salary Without Consent?

Generally no. Art. 113 of the Labor Code prohibits salary deductions without employee consent, with limited exceptions for government contributions and tax.

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February 25, 20266 min read

Do I Need an HRIS? 7 Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Spreadsheets

If payroll takes 2+ days, employees keep asking HR the same questions, or you have no audit trail, it's time for an HRIS. Here are 7 signs.

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February 25, 20265 min read

Solo Parent Leave: 7 Days Under RA 8972

RA 8972 grants 7 working days of paid parental leave per year to solo parents with a valid Solo Parent ID from DSWD. Expanded by RA 11861 in 2022.

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February 18, 20267 min read

Employee Leave Entitlements in the Philippines: Complete 2026 Guide

All mandatory and common leave types for Philippine employees — SIL, maternity, paternity, solo parent, VAWC leave, and more. Includes eligibility, credits, and computation rules.

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February 18, 20267 min read

Employee Termination Due Process in the Philippines: The Complete Employer's Guide

Learn the legal requirements for terminating employees in the Philippines — just causes, authorized causes, twin notice rule, separation pay, and how to avoid illegal dismissal claims.

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February 18, 20267 min read

Probationary Employment in the Philippines: Rules, Regularization, and Common Pitfalls

Everything employers need to know about probationary employment in the Philippines — the 180-day rule, performance standards, regularization deadlines, and how to avoid automatic regularization.

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February 10, 20265 min read

The 201 File in the Philippines: What Every HR Team Needs to Know

Learn what a 201 file is, what documents it should contain, how long to retain it, and how a digital HRIS simplifies 201 file management for Philippine companies.

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