Glossary

HR automation glossary

HR automation uses software to run the repeatable parts of hiring, onboarding, and people-ops — screening, scheduling, contracts, provisioning — from a trigger instead of by hand, so a small team reclaims hours without adding headcount. This glossary answers the most common questions in plain English, each one short enough to act on.

Short, direct answers to the questions people actually ask. Each answer links to the deeper guide or review when you're ready to go further.

Is HR automation worth it for a small team?

Yes — small teams see the biggest relative gains, because the same person handles hiring, onboarding, and admin. Automating screening, scheduling, and onboarding typically reclaims several hours a week without adding headcount.