HRIS Implementation & Managed Payroll

Most HRIS Implementations Fail.
Yours Won't.

70% of HRIS implementations are considered failures. EJY Consulting was built to fix that — with deep implementation expertise, clean data practices, and a consultant who stays through the finish line, not just go-live.

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70
70%
of HRIS implementations are considered failures by the HR leaders who commissioned them — citing poor data and weak planning as the leading causes.
Source: SHRM
0%
EJY implementation failure rate — we don't leave until it works
10+
Years of mid-market HRIS & payroll expertise
Vendor-Neutral Platform Expertise UKG · Paylocity · ADP · Rippling · Paycom · Workday · and more
Implementation Specialists
Vendor-Neutral Advice
Mid-Market Focus (100–1,000 Employees)
Midwest-Based, Nationally Available
Vendor-neutral expertise across all major platforms
UKG Pro UKG Ready Paylocity ADP Workforce Now Rippling Paycom Workday Ceridian Dayforce BambooHR Paychex Flex
The Biggest Problem in HR Tech

The Software Isn't the Issue. The Implementation Is.

Companies spend months evaluating HRIS platforms, negotiate hard on price, sign the contract — and then hand the implementation to a team that doesn't understand payroll, skips data cleanup, and disappears 30 days after go-live.

The result: wrong configurations, dirty data, manual workarounds, and an HR team that's more frustrated than before. EJY Consulting was built specifically to solve this. Implementation is not a side service — it's what we do best.

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What typically goes wrong
  • ✕ Dirty data migrated in without an audit
  • ✕ System configured for defaults, not your workflows
  • ✕ No parallel payroll testing before go-live
  • ✕ Consultant gone the moment the contract ends
The EJY way
  • ✓ Full data audit and cleansing before migration
  • ✓ Configuration built around your actual workflows
  • ✓ Parallel payroll cycles until numbers match penny-for-penny
  • ✓ 90-day post-launch stabilization — Elan stays present
What We Do

Full-Lifecycle HCM Services

From implementation to ongoing managed services — we cover every stage of your HRIS journey, with the same expert at every step.

Core Specialty
Implementation & Optimization

New system rollout or rescuing a broken one — we bring structured methodology, clean data migration, and parallel payroll testing so your go-live actually sticks. This is what we do best.

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Managed Payroll

We run payroll on your behalf — accurately, on time, and fully compliant with federal, state, and local regulations. Built on a properly implemented HRIS, not a broken one.

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HRIS Vendor Selection

Not sure which platform fits your organization? We map your requirements, evaluate top vendors, and guide you to the right choice — with zero bias toward any system.

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Managed HR

Get experienced HR leadership without the full-time overhead. From fractional CHRO support to day-to-day HR administration, we scale with your needs.

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HR & Tax Compliance

Stay ahead of ever-changing labor laws, tax filings, and state registrations. We monitor your compliance posture and act before issues become liabilities.

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Technology Strategy

Already have an HRIS? Let us audit your configuration, clean up your data, and build a roadmap that gets more ROI from the system you already paid for.

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Results That Speak

What a Successful Implementation Actually Looks Like

0%
Implementation Failure RateEvery client goes live, correctly configured, on schedule
90
Days Post-Launch SupportStabilization period included — we don't vanish at go-live
10+
Years of Hands-On ExpertiseAcross UKG, Paylocity, ADP, Workday, Rippling & more
1
Expert, Start to FinishYou work with Elan directly — not an account manager
How We Work

A Simple, Proven Process

1
Discovery Call

We learn your current setup, pain points, and goals in a free 30-minute conversation.

2
Tailored Proposal

You receive a clear scope, timeline, and investment — no vague retainers or surprise fees.

3
Hands-On Delivery

We execute alongside your team — from vendor demos to payroll go-live — with direct access to Elan throughout.

4
Ongoing Support

Whether we run your payroll long-term or check in quarterly, we're a partner, not a vendor.

Elan Yudkowsky Founder & Principal Consultant
About EJY Consulting

Built by Someone Who's Seen Implementations Fail

Elan Yudkowsky founded EJY Consulting after spending over a decade watching the same story play out: a company invests in a new HRIS, a big firm handles the implementation, and 12 months later the HR team is still running payroll manually because nothing was set up correctly.

Based in Highland Park, IL, Elan brings deep hands-on expertise in HRIS implementation, payroll operations, HR compliance, and benefits — with a focus on mid-market companies that need enterprise-quality results without the enterprise overhead or the runaround.

  • Implementation is the core specialty — not an afterthought bolted onto a vendor relationship
  • Deep experience across UKG, Paylocity, ADP, Rippling, Paycom, Workday, and more
  • You work directly with Elan, from discovery through the first 90 days post-launch
  • Vendor-neutral — we recommend what's right for your business, not what pays a referral fee
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Why EJY Consulting

Not All Implementation Help Is Created Equal

Here's what separates a specialist from a generic vendor or a big consulting firm.

What You Need Big Firm / Vendor's Own Team EJY Consulting
One expert who owns the whole engagement ✕
Multiple handoffs, rotating team		 ✓
Elan on every call, every milestone
Vendor-neutral advice — no referral bias ✕
Incentivized to sell their platform		 ✓
We recommend what's right for you
Thorough data audit before migration ✕
Often skipped to hit go-live date		 ✓
Full cleansing before a single record moves
Parallel payroll testing pre-launch ✕
Rare; increases timeline cost		 ✓
Penny-for-penny verification before go-live
Post-launch stabilization (90+ days) ✕
Contract ends at go-live		 ✓
Included in every implementation engagement
Mid-market focus (100–1,000 employees) ✕
Built for enterprise; you're deprioritized		 ✓
Our entire practice is built for this market
Common Questions

Answers to What HR Leaders Ask Us

The questions mid-market HR Directors and CHROs ask before they get started.

How long does a typical HRIS implementation take?

For mid-market companies (100–1,000 employees), a well-run implementation typically takes 3–6 months depending on complexity, data volume, and the number of modules. Rushed timelines are one of the top causes of implementation failures — we set realistic milestones and stick to them.

We already signed with a vendor. Can you still help?

Absolutely. Many of our clients come to us after they've selected a platform — sometimes mid-implementation when things have gone sideways. We can step in at any stage: pre-implementation planning, mid-project rescue, or post-go-live stabilization.

What's the difference between EJY and the vendor's own implementation team?

Vendor teams are incentivized to get you live on their platform quickly. EJY's only incentive is a successful outcome for your organization. We run parallel payroll testing, audit your data first, and configure the system around your actual workflows — not default templates.

Do you only work with companies in the Midwest?

No. While we're headquartered in Highland Park, IL and have deep roots serving the Midwest (Chicago, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, Detroit, Minneapolis), we work with companies across the country. Most implementation work can be done remotely with strategic on-site visits when needed.

Our payroll manager just left. Can you take over immediately?

Yes — this is one of the most common reasons companies call us. We can step in quickly to ensure your employees are paid accurately and on time while you plan your next move. We've handled emergency payroll takeovers many times with zero disruption to employees.

How is EJY priced — do you charge hourly or by project?

It depends on the engagement. Implementation projects are typically priced as a fixed-scope project, so you know the total investment upfront with no surprise overruns. Managed payroll and ongoing HR support are priced on a monthly retainer basis. We discuss all of this in the free initial assessment.

Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

"

When our payroll manager resigned with no notice, we were in crisis mode. EJY Consulting stepped in immediately, ran payroll without missing a beat, and helped us build a long-term plan. Couldn't be more grateful.

HR Director Manufacturing Company, Chicago, IL
"

We'd been on the wrong HRIS for two years. Elan helped us evaluate our options, negotiate with vendors, and switch to a system that actually fits how we work. The process was painless and the results speak for themselves.

CFO Professional Services Firm, Milwaukee, WI
"

We were scaling fast and our HR tech was a mess. EJY helped us clean up our data, reconfigure our HRIS, and set up compliance monitoring. Having a real expert in our corner changed everything.

VP of People SaaS Company, Indianapolis, IN
Who We Serve

Proudly Midwest-Based, Nationally Available

Headquartered in Highland Park, IL, EJY Consulting primarily serves mid-market companies across the Midwest — Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Minnesota. We're equally comfortable working with clients coast to coast.

Is Your HRIS Implementation Set Up to Succeed?
Book a free 30-minute assessment. We'll look at where things stand and tell you honestly what it would take to get it right — whether you're starting fresh or fixing what's broken.
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Let's Start a Conversation

The best engagements start with an honest conversation. Tell us where things stand and we'll share a straightforward perspective on how we can help.

8 Sheldon Lane, Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 902-9541
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