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Your Hiring Timeline is Shorter Than You Think

Don’t let the rest of 2025 pass you by without filling that crucial open role. Learn…
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IPS Office Happenings

As the summer winds down, the team at IPS has a lot to celebrate, from promotions…
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Navigating COBRA Compliance with Streamlined Solutions from IPS

In today’s dynamic regulatory landscape, keeping pace with ever-changing federal and state compliance requirements is a…
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New IPS Employee has a Recipe for Success

Melissa Burton was given red-carpet treatment on her first day as IPS’s newest senior HCM specialist,…
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Can I change payroll companies mid-year?

As we change the calendar and look forward to summer plans and vacations, the last thing…
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Questions and Solutions for Smarter Benefits Administration

In today’s competitive landscape, businesses aren’t just aiming for efficient benefits administration; they’re empowering employees to…
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How to Streamline Seasonal Onboarding & Compliance

Right now, many employers are in the throes of onboarding seasonal workers in a competitive landscape.…
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Wages on Demand and Performance Reviews Reshape Payroll Services

Today’s workforce is more distributed and tech-savvy than ever. It’s why the two key programs we…
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Getting to Know Liz Peterson, Senior HCM Specialist

From diving into benefits projects to quickly adapting to new tasks, Liz Peterson brings a wealth…
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Simplify, Automate, and Save Time with GL Integrations

Managing payroll and accounting can be a challenge for small and medium-sized businesses. Solutions like GL…
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The Benefits of Local Payroll & HCM Providers

When it comes to managing payroll, businesses often face a similar challenge—finding a provider they can…
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Transform Benefits Enrollment with IPS’ Automated Solutions

A major pain point for HR and benefits managers is the manual process for benefits enrollment.…
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Meet Brian Jakel, IPS Business Development Manager

We’re excited to introduce Brian Jakel, our new Business Development Manager. With 30+ years of experience…
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Driving Efficiency with Innovative Solutions in 2025

Here’s a recent conversation with IPS Vice President of Sales & Marketing Dan Gotzler on how…
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Are You Using the isolved App?

In recent years, IPS has been rolling out the Adaptive Employee Experience (AEE) to customers. This…
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Clarifying the Differences Between Your W-2 and Final Paycheck

During tax season, it’s common for employees to wonder why their final paycheck and W-2 form…
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Key Trends and Insights for Payroll Services in 2025

The following is a conversation with IPS President John Feaman: What key trends do you anticipate…
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IPS Spreads Holiday Joy to Local Charities

This holiday season, IPS is proud to support two local non-profits in southeast Wisconsin: Tricia’s Troops…
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A Friendly Reminder to Employers: Encourage Your Team to Use PTO

Paid Time Off (PTO) is one of the most valuable benefits in today’s workplace, but what…
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Provide a better employee experience by design with AEE

Data access anywhere on any device is more important now than ever before. Whether working from…
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A Conversation with HCM Specialist Nicole Justus

What’s it like to work at IPS? “The training has been fantastic, and I’m learning so…
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2025 Overtime Rule Canceled: What Employers Need to Know

A new salary threshold for overtime eligibility that was set to impact millions of U.S. workers…
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Evaluate your payroll services before the New Year

With the final weeks of the year upon us, now is the ideal time to consider…
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Commonly Asked Questions: Audits, QuickBooks and Payroll Paperwork

Where can I find reports needed for a Workers’ Comp Audit? For a Workers’ Compensation Audit,…
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Optimizing Benefits Administration During Open Enrollment: Part II

In September, we shared the five most important questions employers should ask to make sure the…
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Four Advantages of Employee Onboarding to Transform Your Workforce

A well-structured onboarding process is crucial for the success of any organization. By investing time and…
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Stay Vigilant Against Business Email Fraud

The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has reported a significant rise in Business Email Compromise (BEC)…
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Optimizing Benefits Administration During Open Enrollment

As open enrollment season kicks into high gear, businesses are focused on ensuring their benefits administration…
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IPS Services Help Companies Build Better Businesses

In business, details make all the difference. It’s why finding a reliable partner is crucial. From…
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Time for a Paycheck Checkup?

Did you know that more than 80 percent of U.S. employees have their paychecks directly deposited…
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CPA Recommends IPS for Superior Payroll and HCM Solutions

Heather Kormanik, a sole proprietor CPA specializing in financial accounting for small businesses in southeast Wisconsin,…
Ashlie Bruce and Sarah Kempf
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Leading the Way in Implementation and Client Service

IPS’ Ashlie Bruce says her role as Implementation Lead allows her greater opportunity for the conversion…
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IPS Protects Architecture Firm from Scammers and Streamlines Onboarding

For IPS client Ramlow/Stein Architecture + Interiors of Milwaukee, ensuring seamless payroll operations became paramount following…
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Federal Overtime Pay Rule Starts July 1

Overtime pay is required for most U.S. workers who exceed 40 hours per week under the…
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Streamline Employee Onboarding with E-Verify

Hiring new employees can be time-consuming for HR and recruiting professionals. Now, IPS has the capability…
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What are the Payroll Considerations when Hiring an Intern?

So, you want to hire an intern? There are a number of things to keep in…
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IPS Client Spotlight: Partnering for Excellence with Bank Five Nine

At Bank Five Nine, the mission is to “Make Lives Better.” “It’s a guiding principle that…
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Meet IPS’ HCM Specialist Mikayla Burt

We are pleased to announce the addition of HCM Specialist Mikayla Burt to the IPS team. …
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Demand grows for hiring workers through mobile e-onboarding

Electronic onboarding emerged as an essential tool for companies to retain new workers during the early…
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IPS Helps Milwaukee Golf Company Overcome Onboarding Nightmare

Imagine the employee bandwidth necessary to support a business where a quarter of a million rounds…
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Meet HCM Specialist Christina Van Beck

In November 2023, IPS welcomed Christina Van Beck to our team. Learn more about this HCM…
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Integrate your organization’s 401k with IPS

Looking for a customized, cost-effective way to automate your employees 401k retirement plans? Consider a 401k…
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Automated for Efficiency – IPS’ Streamlined Benefits Administration

Is your process for benefits enrollment optimized for your team? With IPS solutions, it’s no longer…
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Elevate Your Hiring Process with Seamless Tracking and Onboarding

The competitive landscape of hiring employees is an on-going challenge for employers to navigate. With IPS…
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Simplify Time Off Requests with Workforce Management

Many of our clients who manage their employees’ schedules throughout the year – whether vacation, sick…
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Need to Know Payroll Changes for 2024

For IPS clients, payroll services updates happen automatically within your IPS software every year. However, all…
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The Difference Between a W2 Employee and a 1099 Employee

The controversy over worker classification as either employee or independent contractor has been brewing for many years.…
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Understanding the differences between the W-2 and the final pay stub

It’s not unusual for the team at IPS to receive a lot of questions during tax…
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Building Better Businesses: The IPS Difference

In business, details matter. It’s why finding a reliable partner can make all the difference. We…
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Community Connection: Giving Back to Families with Cancer

“The mission of Tricia’s Troops can only be carried out thanks to the compassion and generosity…
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The Five Core Values of IPS’ Company Culture

When IPS was launched in 2010, our mission was to be the kind of business with…
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Communication and Responsiveness Lead to Trusted Partnership 

When Mackenzie Edinger has the opportunity to promote Inclusion Coffee Company, she will say her business…
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Rely on Us to be an Extension of Your Payroll Department

At IPS, we know that you expect accurate and efficient payroll processing from our team and…
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IRS Revises Form I-9; Required for New Employees

An updated Form I-9 released by the IRS on August 1, 2023, must be submitted by…
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Meet the Newest Member of the IPS Team

  Dan Gotzler recently joined IPS as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Get to know…
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Office Happenings – June 2023

Our team took some time away from the office in late April for a much-deserved company…
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Client satisfaction builds trust and partnership

Everdry Waterproofing in the Fox Cities is a full-service basement repair company – a business that…
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Increase your bottom line with Work Opportunity Tax Credits

Did you know that thousands of dollars in business tax credits goes unclaimed each year? Many…
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Take the Hassle out of PTO and Summer Vacations

Many of our clients are managing their employees’ schedules throughout these summer months as vacation time…
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ESS enhances your employees’ mobile experience

Employee Self-Service, or ESS, is a personalized and user-friendly interface that makes it easier for employees…
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IPS Office Happenings

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Kempf has been promoted to Senior HCM specialist. Sarah…
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IPS Customer Spotlight – Lake Country DockHounds

2022 marked the inaugural season for the Lake Country DockHounds at Wisconsin Brewing Company Park in…
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Commonly Asked Questions: Tax Season Edition

What if my social security number is incorrect on my W-2? Your first point of contact…
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Looking to 2023: What IPS customers can expect in the New Year

John Feaman, IPS President, recently sat down to discuss what lies ahead for the payroll industry,…
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Office Happenings: November 2022

Check out who was caught hanging with iSolved’s “People Heroes.” This was a highlight for our…
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Welcome Diane Koenig, IPS Senior HCM Specialist

You onboarded with IPS in July. Tell us what the first few months have been like.…
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IPS Office Happenings

Get caught up on the latest fall news around the IPS offices. Congratulations are in order…
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Electronic Onboarding and Messaging engages remote and in-office employees

With more remote workers joining company payrolls – especially those employed in other tax states –…
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IPS helps Security Glass Block better their payroll

Brianna and Nick Behselich took over leadership of Security Glass Block in October 2019 as the…
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Meet Debbie Polly, IPS’ Newest Employee

In early June, Debbie Polly joined our team as a tax specialist with more than 25…
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FAQ: How do I manage taxes for remote employees?

FAQ: How do I manage taxes for remote employees? Record hiring this spring has employers scrambling…
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IPS welcomes Ellie Ebben to the team

Ellie Ebben joined us in April as an HCM Specialist and Administrative Assistant. Here is what…
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Office Happenings: June 2022

Vacation season is upon us, but our office hours remain the same throughout the year. Contact…
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iSolved Go app is retiring soon

For years, iSolved’s popular “Go” App has been the choice for industries with on-the-go employees to…
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AEE: a modern and personalized experience from any device

IPS is currently in the process of rolling out our new Adaptive Employee Experience (AEE) to…
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Customer Spotlight – SYNERGY Home Care of Greater Milwaukee

Recruiting and hiring home caregivers to serve older Americans, children or adults with disabilities is a…
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Camille Pierce steps into role as IPS Operations Manager

IPS is excited to have Camille Pierce as our new Operations Manager. Camille started in the…
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Don’t overlook business tax credits

Do you employ a disabled veteran, a former inmate or high school student on summer break?…
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Looking ahead to 2022

We recently spent some time with IPS President and Vice-President John and Pete Feaman, who shared…
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IPS delivers simple, timely payroll

As a fractional CFO, Michael Silverman knows what it takes to solve problems for companies. The…
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Office Happenings: December 2021

Off Days A friendly reminder as we head into the holiday season, please note our office…
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Office Happenings: conferences and certifications

IPS President John Feaman hit the road in mid-September for Hollywood! (Florida, that is.) John attended…
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The tools you need to attract, hire and onboard employees immediately

It’s no secret that the competition is fierce to recruit and retain good employees in today’s…
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Customer Spotlight: Gym owner grateful for genuine approach to payroll

“I don’t like complications,” says Ken Schinke. “As a business owner, you want everything to be…
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IPS promotes Alyssa Jones-Plutte to Customer Service Representative

The past year for Alyssa Jones-Plutte has been like no other. She recently discussed her new…

A better way for electronic employee onboarding and applicant tracking

The competition to hire and retain good employees remains a challenge in today’s marketplace. Our team…

IPS technology bolsters flexible scheduling in our post-Covid world

For more than a year now, we’ve witnessed a tremendous shift in how we work, especially…

Commonly Asked Questions

We recently caught up with Vice President Pete Feaman for a conversation about what clients are…
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Office Happenings: summer hours, employee news and hitting the road

News and information for Integrated Payroll Services (IPS): With Memorial Day comes the first official weekend…
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The 2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law H.R. 1319 – the American Rescue Plan…

Industrial furniture manufacturer turns to IPS for seamless payroll

Walworth, Wisconsin-based Integra has nearly 40 years of experience in the design, engineering and manufacturing of…
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What’s next for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) in 2021

There are new ground rules in the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) rolled…
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Office Happenings: new baby, payroll training, and remote employees

There are several recent office happenings to make note of as we move ever deeper into…
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New Year, New Look: A facelift for the IPS user interface

New colors and easier navigation are among the first updates that you will notice when logging…
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Employee Retention Credits available during COVID-19

Among the many challenges facing businesses in the pandemic is protecting and retaining their workers. A…
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Common questions: federal tax credits and COVID-19 sick leave

With the ongoing pandemic and employees still impacted by sickness or a mandatory quarantine because of…
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IPS welcomes Alyssa Jones-Plutte to the team

Our new office administrator, Alyssa Jones-Plutte, enjoys the workplace culture, her colleagues and learning something new…
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Pandemic Spotlight: JMJ Construction

JMJ Construction is a general contractor in the construction industry for government agencies, including U.S. military…
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IPS marks tenth anniversary in business

IPS is pleased to celebrate ten years in business as a payroll services provider for businesses…
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IPS employee earns Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential

Congratulations to Payroll Manager Camille Pierce who passed an exam in early November to become a…
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IPS talks communication strategy with BizTimes

With the major shift to a remote workforce for much of business and industry in 2020,…
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Covid-19, payroll and HCM considerations in the New Year

There’s a “new normal” for business as the pandemic continues. But even that too can change…
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A payroll tax “holiday”: What you need to know

On September 1, 2020, a presidential executive order went into effect allowing employers the option to…
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Pandemic Spotlight: SecureFutures

Like many Wisconsin-based organizations, the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent office shutdowns forced SecureFutures, a Milwaukee-based non-profit…
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IPS employee finds balance amid pandemic challenges

IPS Payroll Specialist Ashlie Bruce spent a few minutes with us to talk about the many…
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Fill job openings quickly and efficiently with iSolved Hire

As business practices continue to evolve in the midst of a pandemic, the online hiring process…
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IPS organizes payroll processing for employees on COVID-19 sick leave

IPS reminds all employers that we can help them follow the proper procedures when paying their…
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What is the Employee Retention (Tax) Credit and how does it work?

The Employee Retention (Tax) Credit was created to support businesses who forego layoffs and maintain their…
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Explaining the second wave of funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

Of the $484 billion in the latest stimulus package approved by Congress and signed into law…
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What you need to know about deferment on employment taxes

The Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) allows employers to defer the deposit…

COVID-19: Protect your business during this “perfect storm” for fraud

The chaos and confusion surrounding the first weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic provided fertile ground for…
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Employee Paid Leave Rights during COVID-19

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide employees with…
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UDATED: IPS client advisory regarding COVID-19

In light of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act signed into law on March 18, 2020,…
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IPS client advisory regarding COVID-19

Integrated Payroll Services (IPS) is actively taking precautions to service clients during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.…
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Better manage your remote and mobile workforce with Geotracking

Among the highest costs for businesses today is paying for employees. Thankfully, with today’s technology, companies…
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Winter office happenings: promotion, expansion and celebration

IPS has a number of winter office happenings to share: Congratulations are in order for Camille…
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What to do about a returned W-2

Clients often contact IPS with their concerns about new tax laws or processes. Here is one…
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More information about the new IRS Form W-4

Last November, IPS shared how a new, less complicated and more transparent IRS Form W-4 was…
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IPS welcomes payroll specialist, Mary Anderson

We are pleased to share the news about Mary Anderson joining the IPS team as a…
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IPS office happenings: November 2019

IPS is growing – literally! We are expanding our office space, so stay tuned to our…
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Coming soon: IRS to improve Form W-4

Determining how much tax an employee wants taken out of a paycheck should become easier next…
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Curbing payroll diversion fraud

According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Center, Business Email Compromise (BEC) fraud is much more common…
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Employees Self-Service (ESS) increases efficiencies in business payroll

With automation involved in so many of today’s business processes, it’s only natural that electronic onboarding…

New for iSolved: Fillable Forms and Certified Payroll Reporting

Several new features are now available under the Human Capital Management (HCM) section of iSolved. Fillable…

Three IPS employees are celebrating October work anniversaries

At IPS, our people make all the difference. And this month we congratulate three of our…

IPS adds senior account executive, Dana Hansen

Welcome Dana Hansen to IPS! We are pleased to announce the addition of Dana Hansen as…

Streamlining processes beyond payroll helps non-profit save time and money

Secure Futures, a Milwaukee-based leader in teen financial literacy, teaches young men and women how to…
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What to do when an employee is a no-show on the job

In an earlier blog, we explored how to handle an employee resignation, but what if one…
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Happy 2nd (work) Anniversary, Sarah Feaman

Sarah Feaman, IPS payroll specialist, recently celebrated her 2nd anniversary with the company. Always a good…
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Take the hassle out of time & attendance with IPS employee scheduler

Managers and supervisors know that the setup and tracking of employee work schedules can be a…
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Be compliant and professional when an employee resigns

An official resignation letter from an employee about to leave the company is not the end…

How much does a payroll company cost?

Once you’ve made the decision to partner with a payroll provider, you will want to know…
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Why hire a payroll company?

There’s a lot to consider when outsourcing payroll for a business. “How much will it cost?…
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Wisconsin looks to crack down on payroll fraud and “level the playing field”

In April, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers established a new enforcement unit to prevent companies from incorrectly…

IPS president attends industry conference, discusses best practices

IPS President John Feaman recently attended the annual TPG (The Payroll Group) Conference held in Bonita…

Spotlight: Healthcare company sought improved payroll accuracy

As the owner of Home Care Assistance, Rick Cohen takes pride in providing caregivers and care…

Ensure a smooth transition and satisfying workplace when onboarding college graduates

If you’re looking to nurture new talent and promote a collaborative workplace, chances are you’ve already…

 Payroll implications for out-of-state employees

It’s an exciting and busy time when new workers join a company. While there are a…
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Avoid paycheck errors with accurate Human Capital Management (HCM)

A misspelled name. Inaccurate work hours. A miscalculation of state or federal taxes withheld. These are…
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Erase human error, eliminate paperwork and simplify data storage

Imagine the frustration of calculating payroll that takes as much as a day and a half…
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Spotlight: Automated payroll process offers peace of mind to marketing firm

Chad Ritterbusch of TRG Marketing in Brookfield considers IPS an extension of his business. “As a…
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Payroll taxes call for preparation during tax season and beyond

For many businesses, properly handling payroll taxes can be a complex part of running a business.…
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Need to know payroll changes for 2019

For IPS clients, much of what’s updated pertaining to payroll on an annual basis happens automatically…

Meet the newest IPS payroll specialist, Ruxy McPherson

Ruxy McPherson, Payroll Specialist IPS is pleased to welcome payroll specialist, Ruxy McPherson, to our team.…

Custom portal solution perfect for specialized business

JMJ Construction, based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is a relatively new general contractor, launching their small business…

Be sure to evaluate your payroll services before the New Year

As we close in on the last two months of the year, now is the ideal…
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Onboarding employees: technology streamlines the hiring process and sets expectations for new staff

Fall is considered the final hiring spree of the year for businesses before the holiday season…

Tapping into employee data can significantly impact your business

This time of year, a lot of IPS clients are laying the groundwork for the coming…

IPS team members travel to Utah for benefits training

President John Feaman and Payroll Specialist Camille Pierce spent a few days in Salt Lake City…

Customer Spotlight: Transitioning to an “all-in-one” payroll solution

Ganshert Nursery and Landscapes, a Madison-area-based company specializing in the renovation, design, and construction of residential…
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What employers need to know about managing holiday pay

With Memorial Day behind us and the Fourth of July just around the corner, we’ve been…

IPS offers “HR On-Demand” to help with workforce management

Are employees having difficulty getting their timesheet turned in each month? As their employer, is there…

IPS stays plugged, explores key issues at The Payroll Group Conference

IPS President John Feaman spent a few days in Hollywood, California earlier this month, attending The…

A paycheck checkup is a good idea any time of year

More than 80 percent of U.S. employees have their paychecks directly deposited into a bank account…

A few minutes with … Pete Feaman, Friend of Nashotah

In our first installment of this IPS series, we catch up with Vice President Pete Feaman…

Ensuring a smooth transition when an employee leaves; part 2 of 2

In an age where job turnover is higher than ever, it’s important for organizations to be…

Ensuring a smooth transition when an employee leaves; part 1 of 2

In an age where job turnover is higher than ever, it’s important for organizations to be…
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IPS helps clients avoid tax penalties

With April 17 (tax day) just a few short days away, now is a great time…

IPS tackles payroll diversity and more on The Biz Connection radio show

Recently, IPS President John Feaman and Vice President Pete Feaman were featured on the The Biz…

What are the federal tax updates for 2018?

Because of the federal tax overhaul, many companies are in the process of updating their payroll…

IPS Featured in The Waukesha Freeman – Payroll systems and technology

Payroll’s progress: Technology having massive impact on industry The technological revolution has resulted in a makeover…

IPS Expands Again! Say Hello to Camille Pierce, Payroll Specialist

When Camille Pierce joined the IPS team, she brought a degree in Accounting and more than…

Inside Look: Home Health Care & Assisted Living

With November serving as national home care and hospice month, now is the perfect time to…

Start the New Year with a New Approach … to Payroll

Not all New Year’s resolutions involve diet and exercise. Before 2018 takes foot, IPS encourages you…

Upcoming Dates to Remember

January 31st All W2’s need to be provided to all employees (IRS Regulations). If you have…

IPS is Growing: Welcome to the Team, Sarah Feaman

A graduate from UW La Crosse, Sarah Feaman joined the IPS team this past August as…

New I-9 Form Updates

The USCIS recently released a revised edition of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Employers are…
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IPS Visits Technology Partner in Salt Lake City

IPS Vice President Leslie Kiefer recently returned from a four-day workshop in Salt Lake City, UT…

Common Payroll Struggles: Manual Time Entry

Even in this age of driver-less cars and Amazon drone deliveries, it’s still quite common to…

TPG Annual Conference

Pete Feaman, vice president of IPS, recently attended The Payroll Group’s Annual Conference. The Payroll Group…

Common Payroll Struggles: Losing a Key Staff Member

For companies that handle their payroll internally, it’s not uncommon to be left in a lurch…

House Passes New Healthcare Bill

Recently, the U.S. House of representatives narrowly passed a revised version the American Health Care Act (AHCA)…

House Passes Comp Time Bill

On Tuesday, May 9th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Working Families Flexibility Act. The…

IPS Joins GCOW as Corporate Member

IPS is proud to be added as a Corporate Member of the GCOW. The Golf Course…
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Don’t Let Unused PTO Drain Your Office Productivity

PTO … it’s one of the cornerstone benefits in today’s corporate America. But what happens when…

OSHA 300A Forms: NEW Posting and Submission Rules

REMEMBER: OSHA 300A forms were to be posted no later than February 1, 2017. If you…

Attention: New Form I-9 Required as of January 22

The new Form I-9, released November 14, must now be used for verifying the identity and…

Tax Filing Help for Businesses

Regardless of the size of the business, there is no escaping the fact that tax compliance…

The New FLSA Overtime Rule

The Department of Labor updated the guidelines of the Fair Labor Standards Act with the new…

A Good Captain Knows When to Change Course

John Feaman is the president of Delafield-based Integrated Payroll Services Inc., a compre­hensive payroll services company.…

The Truth About ACA Compliance

The final phase of the employer mandate under the Affordable Care Act went into effect on…

New Deadline for W-2 Submissions Effective January 31, 2017

By now, employers must be aware that the Internal Revenue Service changed the deadline for compliance…

What Does a Payroll Service Company Actually Do?

There’s no doubt that tackling payroll presents serious challenges to businesses of all sizes. Handling time…

Understanding and Applying the New FLSA Overtime Rule

In May, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released its final rule on overtime, modifying the…

Payroll Outsourcing Makes Sense

Payroll Outsourcing Startups, small businesses and even companies that are already in a growth mode resort…

Streamlining the Payroll Process through Automated Time and Attendance Reports

Automation of the simplest functions in today’s workplaces creates more efficient business processes. The ultimate goal…

Check Stub Delivery with Email Notification for Online Payroll Systems

Macro photograph of a pay stub. Automating your payroll system creates an efficient process that tracks…

ACA Compliance for Small Businesses

The Affordable Care Act was enacted to reduce health care costs, improve access to health insurance…

Benefits of Outsourcing Payroll

Payroll processing is an essential task in any ongoing business. It is a function that must…

Meet Sarah Lutz, our new Payroll Processor

Sarah is obtaining her bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management from Concordia University. She is a…

Employers Beware: Contractor vs. Employee Classification

Businesses can enter into various types of employment relationships with their workers. Employees may be treated…

What Employees Should know about W-2s and 1099s

Employment arrangements have changed over the years, and it is important for workers to understand the…

ACA Compliance for Employers

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a well-intentioned effort to make sure that all Americans have…

The Benefits Of Using A Visa Debit Payroll Card

Operating at peak efficiency means considering all the ways that you can improve your business processes.…

Direct Deposit is the Modern Payroll Solution for Employers and Employees

Employers that offer a range of payroll options to their employee base are far more likely…

Enhancing Business Efficiency with Pay-as-you-go Plans

In Wisconsin, workers’ compensation insurance is mandatory unless your business meets the requirements for self-insured status.…

When Multi-state Compliance is an Issue

Managing benefits and payroll services is a complicated task because each employee record is unique. Each…

Navigating the Affordable Care Act: A Guide to Compliance

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been rolled out and is in effect, but employers are…

Electronic Check Stub Delivery: Paperwork Reduction Pays Off

Many businesses support paperwork reduction because opting for the digital alternative streamlines the work process. Migrating…

Keeping Employee Records Updated

The onboarding process for new employees includes a lot of paperwork, and Form W-4 is typically…

Information Required to Start a Business Payroll

Your business plan has been thoroughly vetted, financing is in place and you are eager to…

Managing the W-2 and 1099 Preparation Process

Preparing the documentation required for tax preparation is a year-round concern for businesses even if tax…

Enhancing Business Efficiency with Employee Self Service Payroll

Payroll administration is a resource-intensive function. Preparation and disbursement takes several man-hours to complete for every…

Payroll Processing for the 21st Century

Let’s face it: Payroll administration uses up time and manpower resources that are typically stretched to…

Ensuring Compliance with New Hire Reporting Requirements

The employee pool changes constantly, depending on the nature of the business. Some industries engage in…

How To Manage Your Costs through Automated Timekeeping

A recent article in the New York Times noted the rise in workers’ lawsuits against employers…

How To Avoid A Workers Compensation Audit

Payroll processing is one of the most complicated back office functions. The outcome is dependent on…

Meet Ashley Burdette, our new Payroll Processor

Ashley is a payroll processor at Integrated Payroll Services. She processes and obtains information for the…

Outsourcing Payroll Enhances Your Efficiency

Companies often underestimate the costs of handling the administrative side of their business. A white paper…

Strategies for Effective Records Management

It takes time, money and precious man-hours to maintain organized business records. However, many processes depend…

Effective Records Maintenance for Greater Efficiency

Maintaining organized business records is crucial to efficient operations of any company. However, without specific records…

The Benefits Of Automatic Direct Deposit For Employees

Direct Deposit means Direct Savings Payroll processing is one of the most complex systems that businesses…

Wisconsin Withholding Tax Tables Revised

Withholding Tax Tables Revised. Under authority of Governor Scott Walker, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue has…