How can automation help streamline the employee onboarding process in Zoho People?

How can automation help streamline the employee onboarding process in Zoho People?


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Automating employee onboarding in Zoho People ensures a smooth and consistent experience for new hires. Common automation use-cases include:

  1. Automated Welcome Emails: When a new employee is added to the system, Zoho People sends a personalized welcome email with onboarding links and documents.

  2. Checklist Assignment: Automatically generate onboarding checklists (e.g., submit ID proofs, complete HR forms, IT asset request) based on the employee’s role and department.

  3. Task Delegation: Assign tasks to HR, IT, and reporting managers—such as creating email accounts, configuring payroll, or scheduling orientation.

  4. Document Collection Automation: Auto-trigger requests for uploading essential documents and track the completion status.

  5. Probation Follow-up Reminder: Set reminders for managers to evaluate the employee at the end of the probation period.

These automations save HR time, reduce missed steps, and create a professional experience for new team members.