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Featured Resources
Hand-picked content to help you get the most out of SM Payroll
The Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Scheduling
Master the art of creating efficient schedules that balance labor costs, employee satisfaction, and customer service. This comprehensive guide covers everything from forecasting demand to handling last-minute callouts.
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Mastering Tip Management and Distribution
Navigate the complexities of tip pooling, distribution methods, and compliance requirements. Learn best practices for transparency, fairness, and legal compliance in tip management.
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Building a Culture of Accountability
Discover how to use time tracking and performance data to foster accountability, reward high performers, and address issues before they become problems.
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Step-by-step guides to help you get up and running quickly with SM Payroll
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Quick Start Guide
Get your account set up and running in under 10 minutes
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First Schedule Creation
Learn how to create your first schedule using our intuitive builder
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Employee Onboarding
Add employees, set up permissions, and get your team connected
Best Practices
Industry insights and proven strategies to optimize your workforce management
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Reducing Labor Costs by 20%
Data-driven strategies to control overtime and optimize scheduling
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Employee Retention Strategies
Proven methods to reduce turnover and improve team engagement
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Compliance Made Simple
Navigate federal, state, and local labor laws with confidence
Video Tutorials
Visual walkthroughs of key features and common workflows
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Schedule Builder Masterclass
Learn advanced scheduling techniques and time-saving tips
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Time Tracking Setup
Configure time clocking, GPS verification, and break management
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Reports & Analytics Tour
Discover powerful insights hidden in your workforce data
Industry Reports
Research, trends, and benchmarks from across your industry
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2026 Restaurant Labor Trends
Analysis of hiring, wages, and scheduling trends in food service
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Retail Workforce Benchmark
Compare your metrics against industry standards and top performers
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Healthcare Staffing Study
Insights on maintaining ratios and managing healthcare schedules
Free Tools & Calculators
Interactive tools to help you make better workforce management decisions
Labor Cost Calculator
Calculate your potential savings with optimized scheduling and reduced overtime
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Ensure you're meeting all federal, state, and local labor law requirements
Use ToolStaffing Level Optimizer
Determine optimal staffing levels based on historical sales and traffic data
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