Welcome to Tugela People

Our mission is to revolutionise the HR and payroll landscape for mid-sized multinational companies through best-in-breed (cutting-edge) cloud-based solutions. We are dedicated to streamlining and enhancing the way businesses manage their workforce, enabling them to thrive in an interconnected global environment. We empower organisations to unlock their full potential by delivering innovative, user-centric platforms, fostering efficiency, compliance, and growth. Together, we're shaping the future of HR and payroll, one cloud connection at a time.

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Your 2025 Sage People Checklist

Are you ready to kick off the New Year with a smooth transition to 2025? Start the year strong by getting ahead with our Sage People 2025 Checklist. This guide covers all the key steps, best practices, and essential milestones to ensure that your system is working optimally and ready for the new year.
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Payroll Excellence

Navigating the complexities of payroll can be a daunting task, especially when previous solutions fall short. That's why we're thrilled to share how Tugela People stepped in to turn around the payroll challenges faced by Advantage Travel Partnership.
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Latest Sage People 24.2 Updates

Are you taking full advantage of Sage People’s latest updates? The new Product 24.2 release introduces powerful enhancements, including streamlined Performance Reviews and an upgraded WX 2.0 self-service portal, designed to make employee management faster and more efficient. From centralized review hubs to a more intuitive homepage, these features are set to transform the way your team manages HR tasks. Discover all the ways these updates can support your team’s success!
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Transforming HR – Aventum’s Journey to a Modern HRIS Solution

Are manual processes holding back your growing business? Aventum, a fast-growing reinsurance company, faced similar challenges as it expanded globally Discover how Tugela People partnered with Aventum to transition from manual processes to a seamless, integrated HRIS solution that supports their rapid growth.
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Finding Fulfilment in Payroll: A Professional’s Perspective

Ever wondered what it's like to build a career in payroll? 🌱 In our latest blog, Corné Carter, Client Payroll Specialist at Tugela People, takes us on her journey from secretarial school to becoming an expert in modern payroll systems. With over two decades of experience, she shares insights into the passion, challenges, and rewards of this essential profession.
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Tugela People Celebrates their 13th Anniversary

Did you know that Tugela People is celebrating our 13th Anniversary this year? Founded in 2012 by our CEO, Thomas Schilling, Tugela People has journeyed from being Fairsail's sole partner (now Sage People) to becoming a trusted provider of HRIS and Payroll solutions for mid-market companies worldwide.
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Is Your Time Tracking Costing You More Than You Think?

Still using spreadsheets or paper timesheets? Hidden costs like payroll errors, compliance risks, and lost productivity could be hurting your business. Discover the risks of outdated time tracking and the benefits of digital solutions in our guide. Are you sure your time-tracking method is working for you?
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Client Quotes

We truly appreciate Tugela People’s guidance… Through tailored support, expert guidance, and a commitment to understanding our unique needs, Tugela People has become the trusted partner in our HR transformation journey.
Kerry Hurst, Group Head of HR Operations, Aventum Group
Tugela People have provided the additional technical support we’ve needed to keep us incrementally innovating the way we use Sage People
Kerry Shields, Talent Experience Lead, Starlight Children’s Foundation
From day one of working with Tugela People, it was clear they were complete Sage People experts…and I know when it comes to our HR system, we are in a safe pair of hands
Sammy Pettet, Head of People Operations at Teach First
Payroll is the single most important aspect of my department, and I’m proud to be one of their clients, and cannot recommend them enough. Their integrity, and solution-focused work ethic aligns beautifully with Advantage Travel Partnership
Xian Mayes, Head of People for the Advantage Travel Partnership
I was pleasantly surprised by the high level of detail that the HRIS consultants at Tugela People went into when undertaking the technical adoption overview. It was not quite at all what I was expecting, but I loved it!
Matt Payne, Director of HR (UK), Build-A-Bear Workshop UK
They were very quick in understanding and translating our requirements into a workable solution that we can develop going forward. We will continue working in partnership with Tugela People to manage our system in addition to future course and system development
Shelley Hiller, Group Human Resources, Golden Leaves

Guides

Our collection of guides offers comprehensive insights and practical knowledge on various HR-related topics and technology solutions to help you navigate the dynamic world of HR. Dive into our library to uncover valuable information that will empower you to make informed decisions, leverage technology solutions, and drive success in your HR endeavours.

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Planning to Switch Payroll Providers? Start Now to Be Ready by April 2026

Posted June 24, 2025