Empowering HR Professionals with Innovative HR Technology: A Conversation with HROne Founder, Karan Jain on their Vision and Market Leadership
Can you tell us about the inspiration behind founding HROne and the vision you had for the company?
The inspiration behind founding HROne stemmed from recognizing the challenges faced by HR professionals in managing complex HR processes. The amount of time that went down
Our vision for HROne was to simplify and automate the most complex HR operations and free up time and mental space to help HR unlock their highest potential, focus more on people and strategy and build outstanding workplaces.
The vision for the company furthermore is to become the go-to HCM suite which is trusted and recommended by HRs globally.
How has HROne grown and evolved since its inception in 2016? Can you share some key milestones and achievements?
Since our establishment in 2016, HROne has experienced remarkable growth and evolution.
We have expanded our customer base, successfully onboarded over 900 organizations across various industries, and forged strategic partnerships.
Key milestones include product enhancements, recognition in the top 3 global HCM software for the enterprise, and #3 easy-to-use HRMS worldwide by G2 and consistently high ratings from trusted review sites like Gartner and more.
Our journey-
A Trailblazing Journey from Humble Beginnings to Market Leadership
2016 , 2017, 2018 , 2019, 2020-23
2016: June 15
Started as a bootstrapped venture in a small Noida basement office with 20 employees.
2017: Feb 23
Acquired the first 50 customers with just 3 HR modules, and moved to a bigger infrastructure in Delhi-NCR.
2018: March 07
Expanded offerings to a comprehensive HRMS solution with ESS enabled. Opened branch offices in Mumbai and Hyderabad.
2019: June 09
Relaunched the product as “HROne Inbox” with new features, UI, and tech stability. Acquired 200 additional customers, raising the count to 500.
2020: Aug 17
Doubled the workforce count to 150 and witnessed 200% growth in annual revenues during the pandemic.
2021: Nov 27
Reached 700+ clients pan-India, with offices and hybrid teams in 9 states.
2022: Feb 06
Raised $4MN in Series A funding from Insitor Partners and Prudent Investment Managers. Launched Project Management PSA suite for service clients.
2023: Mar 24
Recognized as one of the top market leaders in HCM solutions by Gartner, G2, and Software Suggest. Reached over 1000 customers.
HROne is known for its cutting-edge HR technology and automation. How does your platform help companies streamline their HR processes and improve productivity?
Our platform leverages advanced technology and automation capabilities to simplify complex HR processes.
It enables companies to streamline tasks such as payroll management, leave and attendance tracking, performance management, and employee data management.
By automating these processes, HROne helps organizations save time, reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and boost overall productivity.
Here are some of our differentiators-
| Mobile App Award-winning, user-friendly and truly adoptable by HR teams, managers and employees
| InboxforHR One screen to never miss deadlines and let you complete daily HR tasks in 1hr/day under 3 clicks | Advanced Analytics Data-driven insights with 120+ personalized MIS reports, strategic dashboards and employees trends |
| HR Desk Gather and analyse vast HR data within minutes at a single place, track pendency and act anytime.
| HR Ops Optimize HR processes, analyze completion time and allocate resources as per data-based insights and priorities. | Global Search Search box to get instant access to in-built reports and customized analytics boards in just a click. |
ROI Dashboard to track money saved using HROne. We don’t just say, we show the real ROI of automation to our clients.
Work fulfilment and improving the quality of professional lives are key focuses for HROne. How does your platform contribute to the overall well-being and satisfaction of HR professionals and employees?
HROne understands the importance of work fulfilment and employee satisfaction.
Our platform offers features like performance management, employee self-service, and feedback mechanisms that foster employee engagement, growth, and well-being.
By streamlining administrative tasks, HR professionals can focus more on strategic initiatives and creating a positive work culture, leading to enhanced employee satisfaction.
HROne is trusted by over 1000+ organizations for various HR functions. Could you highlight some specific challenges that your platform addresses and the benefits it provides to these organizations?
HROne addresses common HR challenges such as manual data entry, compliance management, and complex reporting and most importantly the lack of time that happens because of all of this.
Our platform automates these processes, resulting in improved accuracy, reduced compliance risks, and time savings.
Organizations benefit from streamlined HR operations, better data-driven decision-making, enhanced employee experience, and increased overall efficiency.
How does HROne differentiate itself from other HR software in the market? What sets it apart in terms of features, customization, and customer success?
HROne stands out in the market with its comprehensive feature set, advanced customization options, and exceptional customer support and success.
Our platform offers a wide range of HR functionalities tailored to meet the specific needs of organizations across industries and sizes.
We pride ourselves on providing extensive customization capabilities, excellent customer support, and continuous product innovation to ensure the success of our clients. We go beyond automation and deeply care about HR lives as besides products, we empower them also by helping them connect with like-minded professionals, and voice their opinions via HR Commune. Launching a podcast as well soon.
You can also add values. Say that the basics in every HR software remain the same. It’s all about making it easy to use. HR professionals and employees don’t need one more thing that they have to learn / to make their life complicated. We do that.
Features are mentioned in 3rd question’s answer- check table. Customisations- We are highly configurable. Multiple policies can be created Customer success- we have a dedicated support expert and a team aligned for every client. The TAT for every query is 24 hours which we abide by, always.
As a techpreneur and advocate of HR and technology, how do you see the future of HR evolving with the advancement of technology? What role does HROne aim to play in shaping this future?
The future of HR is closely intertwined with technological advancements. As technology continues to evolve, HR will increasingly rely on data analytics, AI-driven insights, and automation to make strategic decisions.
HROne aims to be at the forefront of this evolution by leveraging emerging technologies, delivering innovative solutions, and empowering HR professionals to navigate the digital transformation journey.
What are the future plans and goals for HROne? Are there any upcoming developments or initiatives that you would like to share with our audience?
Our future plans revolve around continuous innovation, expanding our product offerings, and providing even greater value to our customers.
We have exciting upcoming developments in areas such as advanced analytics, mobile capabilities, and integrations with other business systems.
Our focus remains on empowering HR professionals, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and driving positive change in the HR landscape. We also plan to expand our footprint globally beginning from Singapore.
