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HR (Human Resource Management)

Digitizes core HR functions including recruitment, performance evaluation, compensation, and training to maximize organizational talent capability and performance.

ISO 30414 (Human Capital Reporting)Labor Standards Act
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Are you facing these challenges?

"Our HR team repeats the same tasks every month, juggling between spreadsheets and legacy systems."

Manufacturing HR environments must manage both office and shop-floor workers, while navigating complex labor regulations and social insurance systems. If any of the following situations sound familiar, VEXPLOR HR can deliver meaningful change.

  • Monthly payroll processing takes excessive time. Base pay, allowances, deductions, social insurance, and withholding taxes are gathered from separate files and manually verified, creating high error risk and process paralysis when the responsible person is absent.
  • Time & attendance management and statutory working hour compliance are difficult. Managing flexible schedules for office workers and shift rotations for shop-floor workers in a unified way is challenging, and weekly overtime compliance is verified manually after the fact.
  • The process from recruitment to onboarding is fragmented. Workforce planning, job postings, applicant management, interview evaluations, and onboarding are handled in different tools, making it impossible to see the end-to-end flow.
  • There are concerns about the fairness of performance reviews. Evaluation criteria are unclear, or review results are not linked to compensation and development plans, making it difficult to earn employee trust.
  • There is no systematic approach to workplace safety management. Risk assessments, safety training, incident reports, and occupational injury statistics are managed separately, creating gaps in compliance with workplace safety regulations.

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Here is how we solve it

The system handles the entire payroll cycle

The entire process — from pay period setup to payroll ledger generation, pay slip issuance, element allocation, social insurance settlement, and withholding tax calculation — is connected through an 8-table structure. Manual data gathering and verification steps are reduced, and anyone (not just the payroll specialist) can execute the same procedures.

  • Pay Element Management: Systematically define base pay, various allowances, and deduction items, then assign them per employee.
  • Social Insurance Rate Management: Manage rates for national pension, health insurance, employment insurance, and workers' compensation in a centralized table, with monthly reporting data automatically aggregated.
  • Withholding Tax Rate Table: Earned income tax brackets are built into the system and automatically applied during payroll calculation.
  • Year-End Tax Settlement Workflow: A 6-step workflow (notification, input, calculation, verification, finalization, communication) structurally distributes the workload during year-end settlement season.
  • Severance Pay Calculation: Severance pay computation and exit interview records are managed upon separation.

Unified management of time & attendance and statutory working hours

Clock-in/out records, leave management, shift patterns, and remaining annual leave days are managed in a single system. Shop-floor shift patterns and office worker schedules are handled on the same platform.

  • Clock-in/out Records: Working hours are automatically aggregated and used as base data for payroll calculation.
  • Shift Management: Define shift patterns and assign them per employee. Break times are included in patterns.
  • Annual Leave Management: Granting, usage, and remaining days of paid annual leave are automatically tracked. Compensatory leave management is also included.
  • Overtime Management: Overtime requests and approvals are processed within the system, with weekly working hour aggregation to monitor compliance with the 52-hour weekly limit.

Seamless flow from recruitment to onboarding

The entire process is connected — from workforce planning through job posting registration, applicant intake, document screening, interview evaluation, final selection, to onboarding.

  • Workforce Plan: Establish headcount plans by department and track actual hiring progress against targets.
  • Job Posting & Applicant Management: Job posting registration, application intake, and screening results are systematically managed.
  • Interview Evaluation: Record interview scores and assessments, and review complete evaluation history per applicant.
  • Onboarding Process: After hiring confirmation, the onboarding procedure — including employee master creation, department assignment, and required document collection — is managed through a workflow.

Connecting performance reviews to growth and compensation

MBO-based performance evaluations, 360-degree feedback, and feedback records are managed in a single system. The structure links evaluation results to succession planning, Individual Development Plans (IDP), and compensation.

  • Performance Evaluation: The entire process from goal setting, mid-term reviews, to final evaluation is systematically recorded.
  • 360-Degree Evaluation: Collect assessments from supervisors, peers, and subordinates for comprehensive competency diagnosis.
  • Succession Planning: Candidate identification, gap analysis, and development planning for key positions are automated through a 5-step workflow (identification, nomination, gap analysis, development, approval).
  • Talent Pool Management: Manage talent pools and members, and create Individual Development Plans (IDP).

Systematic workplace safety management

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) management is structured across 16 tables. Risk assessments, safety training, work permits, incident reports, and occupational injury statistics are connected within a single system.

  • Risk Assessment: Identify hazard factors per task and calculate risk levels.
  • Safety Training: Manage training courses, completion records, and training plans.
  • Incident Management: Reporting, investigation, and recurrence prevention measures are tracked from the moment an incident occurs.
  • Occupational Injury Statistics: Generate statutory statistical indicators such as frequency rate and severity rate for workplace injuries.
  • Shop-Floor POP Integration: Collect data generated on the shop floor — clock-in/out, training completion, safety confirmations — through the POP (Point of Production) system.

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Global standards this solution follows

HR systems process employees' personal information and payroll data, requiring simultaneous compliance with labor regulations and data protection laws. Furthermore, data structures that follow global HR standards reduce transition costs when expanding overseas or integrating with global HR systems. VEXPLOR HR pre-embeds the core requirements of local labor regulations and global HR standards into its data structure, structurally reducing legal risk.

Labor Standards Act

Why does this regulation matter?

The Labor Standards Act is the foundational law applicable to all workplaces. Violations can result in fines and penalties for employers, with serious violations subject to criminal prosecution. In particular, exceeding the 52-hour weekly limit (Article 53) can result in imprisonment of up to 2 years or fines of up to 20 million KRW, making working hour management the top priority for manufacturing HR teams.

How is it applied in VEXPLOR?

Labor Standards Act ArticleImpact on Your BusinessVEXPLOR Approach
Article 17: Statement of Working ConditionsWorking conditions including wages and working hours must be specified in writing when concluding an employment contractEmployment contract templates are managed to ensure no mandatory items are omitted
Article 50: Working Hours (40 hours/week)Overtime pay obligations arise when statutory working hours are exceededWorking hours are automatically aggregated from clock-in/out records for immediate identification of overages
Article 53: Overtime Limit (12 hours/week)Exceeding 52 hours per week (40 base + 12 overtime) is subject to criminal penaltiesOvertime request/approval management and weekly working hour monitoring are built in. A first alert is automatically sent at 48 hours, and a second warning at 50 hours
Article 54: BreaksBreaks of at least 30 minutes for 4 hours of work and 1 hour for 8 hours of work must be providedBreak times are included in shift patterns and automatically reflect statutory requirements
Article 55: HolidaysWeekly rest days and statutory public holidays must be provided as paid days offHolidays are managed in the company calendar and automatically reflected in attendance calculations
Article 60: Annual Paid LeaveWorkers with 80% or higher attendance over one year must receive 15 days of annual leaveLeave granting, usage, and remaining days are automatically tracked. Compensatory leave management is also included
Article 26: Advance Notice of Dismissal30 days' advance notice or payment in lieu of notice is required for dismissalExit interview records are managed. Detailed dismissal procedure management is planned for future enhancement
Article 36: Settlement of ClaimsAll outstanding payments must be settled within 14 days of separationSeverance pay calculation is built in
Article 48: Wage Ledger/Pay SlipMaintaining wage ledgers and issuing pay slips are legal obligationsPayroll ledgers and pay slips are automatically generated by the system

Social Insurance (Four Major Insurances)

Why does this system matter?

National Pension, Health Insurance, Employment Insurance, and Workers' Compensation Insurance are mandatory enrollments with required premium payments for all workplaces. Rates may change annually, and incorrect application leads to under/over-payment, resulting in additional costs during settlement. Missing or delayed monthly filings are subject to surcharges.

How is it applied in VEXPLOR?

Social InsuranceImpact on Your BusinessVEXPLOR Approach
National PensionBoth employer and employee each bear 4.5% based on standard monthly incomeManaged in the rate table, with monthly reporting data automatically aggregated
Health Insurance7.09% of monthly remuneration (2024 standard) is split equally between employer and employeeRate management and monthly reporting are supported. Annual settlement (total remuneration reporting) is planned for future enhancement
Employment InsuranceUnemployment benefit and vocational development premiums must be paidRate management and monthly reporting are supported
Workers' CompensationDifferentiated rates by industry type apply, fully borne by the employerRate management and monthly reporting are supported. Detailed industry-type classification is planned for future enhancement

When rates change, updating the table immediately reflects in payroll calculations for all employees.

Payroll Tax

Why does this area matter?

Earned income withholding is a monthly legal obligation for employers, and year-end tax settlement is a large-scale annual process involving all employees. Errors in tax rate application or exceeding tax-exempt limits become targets for additional collection during tax audits.

How is it applied in VEXPLOR?

Tax ItemImpact on Your BusinessVEXPLOR Approach
Earned Income WithholdingIncome tax must be withheld, reported, and paid each month when wages are disbursedTax brackets are built into the system and automatically applied during payroll calculation
Year-End SettlementAll employees' income/tax deductions must be settled annually in FebruaryAutomated through a 6-step workflow: notification, input, calculation, verification, finalization, communication
Tax-Exempt ItemsExceeding statutory limits for items like meal allowances (200,000 KRW/month) or vehicle maintenance (200,000 KRW/month) makes them taxableTax-exempt items are separately managed within Pay Elements
Retirement Income TaxRetirement income tax must be calculated and withheld when severance pay is disbursedSeverance pay calculation is included. Precise retirement income tax calculation logic is planned for future enhancement

HR-XML / HR Open Standards

Why does this standard matter?

HR-XML is an international standard schema for data exchange between HR systems. Following this standard facilitates data integration with external recruitment platforms, payroll outsourcing providers, and global HR systems. It also ensures data compatibility during future system transitions or integrations.

How is it applied in VEXPLOR?

HR-XML AreaImpact on Your BusinessVEXPLOR Approach
RecruitingA standard structure is needed when exchanging data with external job portals or ATS systemsApplicant and job posting tables conform to the HR-XML schema
ScreeningInterview evaluations and screening results must be structured and managedScreening results and interview scores are systematically recorded
BenefitsA data structure for benefit plan enrollment, claims, and settlement is neededBenefit plans, enrollments, and claims tables are implemented in standard structure
CompensationCompensation plans and adjustment history must be systematically managedCompensation plans and adjustment tables are included
Time & AttendanceStandardization of clock-in/out, shift, and leave data is neededClock-in/out records and shift patterns/assignments follow ISO 8601 time notation

ISO 30400 Series -- HRIS Standards

Why does this standard matter?

The ISO 30400 series is an international standard for Human Resource Management (HRM), providing guidelines for recruitment, workforce planning, governance, and HR reporting. Compliance with this standard may be verified during global enterprise HR audits. ISO 30414 (HR Reporting Guidelines) in particular is used as human capital metrics in the Social (S) dimension of ESG reports.

How is it applied in VEXPLOR?

ISO StandardImpact on Your BusinessVEXPLOR Approach
ISO 30405 (Recruitment Guidelines)Referenced when the systematic nature of recruitment processes must be demonstratedThe pipeline from workforce planning through hiring to onboarding is implemented
ISO 30408 (Governance)Transparency and approval structures for HR decision-making are neededApproval chains and approval processes are managed
ISO 30409 (Workforce Planning)Evidence data for strategic workforce planning is neededA dedicated workforce planning table is available
ISO 30414 (HR Reporting Guidelines)Human capital KPIs such as turnover rate, training investment, and diversity are required for ESG reportsKey KPIs are included. Some items such as diversity metrics and leadership trust indicators are planned for future enhancement

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How it differs from existing systems

Designed for manufacturing HR

Generic HR solutions are often designed primarily for office workers, requiring additional development for manufacturing environments where shop-floor workers are the majority. VEXPLOR HR has a built-in structure for managing both office and shop-floor workers simultaneously.

ComparisonGlobal HR SolutionsVEXPLOR HR
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)Basic functionality is limited or requires separate module purchase16 tables covering risk assessments, safety training, incident management, and occupational injury statistics are included by default
Shop-Floor AttendanceShift management and POP integration require separate developmentShift patterns and POP clock-in/out collection are included in the base structure
Local PayrollLocalization is limited or incurs additional costsSocial insurance, withholding tax, and year-end settlement are natively built to local standards
ERP/MES IntegrationSeparate interface development is requiredConnected at the table level with ERP (organization, HR), MES (workers), EAM (maintenance personnel), and ESG (safety) solutions
CustomizationCustomization through consulting and development takes time and moneyTables, screens, and workflows can be directly modified on the canvas, enabling rapid response to organizational changes

Process automation

23 workflows are built in, connecting major HR processes such as payroll settlement, year-end settlement, recruitment, succession planning, and safety management through approval and automation flows.


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How does it compare to global solutions?

The HR/HCM market features global leaders such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle HCM Cloud, and ADP. Each product has decades of accumulated features and global references. The tables below summarize where VEXPLOR HR stands and where gaps exist across major HR modules.

Compared to SAP SuccessFactors

ModuleSAP SuccessFactorsVEXPLOR HRWhat This Means for You
Employee CentralFull supportSupportedCovers employee master, competencies, certifications, org charts, and position history. Personal data encryption/GDPR-specific features are not yet implemented
RecruitingFull support (incl. AI screening)SupportedWorkforce planning to onboarding pipeline is implemented. AI screening at the level of external ATS is not supported
OnboardingSupportedSupportedOnboarding process workflow is provided at an equivalent level
LearningFull support (LXP, social learning)SupportedCovers training courses, completion records, plans, and LMS integration. LXP (Learning Experience Platform) and social learning are not supported
Performance & GoalsFull support (incl. Calibration)SupportedIncludes MBO, 360-degree evaluation, and feedback. Calibration and continuous feedback features need enhancement
CompensationFull support (market benchmarks)SupportedCompensation plans and adjustment features are available. Market compensation benchmark data integration and simulation are not supported
SuccessionSupportedBasic supportSuccession planning, talent pool, and IDP are included. 9-Box Grid and Career Path features are not implemented
Payroll (Local)Full supportSupportedSocial insurance, withholding tax, and year-end settlement are natively built to local standards. Reverse payroll calculation and electronic filing are areas for enhancement
Time TrackingSupportedSupportedClock-in/out, shift, and leave management are provided at an equivalent level
AnalyticsFull support (People Analytics)Basic supportBasic metrics and engagement surveys are included. AI/ML-based People Analytics and benchmark comparisons are not supported
EHSBasic supportFull support16 tables covering risk assessments, safety training, incident management, and occupational injury statistics. This is VEXPLOR's strongest advantage over SAP

Compared to Workday

ModuleWorkdayVEXPLOR HRWhat This Means for You
HCM CoreFull supportSupportedThere are differences in Worker Lifecycle automation levels
Workforce PlanningFull support (scenario simulation)SupportedWorkforce planning is available but scenario planning/simulation is not supported
Talent OptimizationFull support (Skills Cloud, ML matching)Basic supportSuccession/talent pool/IDP are available but Skills Cloud and ML-based matching are not supported
Payroll (Local)Basic supportSupported (VEXPLOR advantage)Social insurance, year-end settlement, and labor standards are natively reflected
Time TrackingSupportedSupportedEquivalent level
Manufacturing HRNot supportedFull support (VEXPLOR decisive advantage)EHS with 16 tables, POP shop-floor integration, and shift management are included by default

Compared to Oracle HCM Cloud

AreaOracle HCMVEXPLOR HRWhat This Means for You
Global HRFull support (multi-country/entity)SupportedCurrently optimized for single domestic entity operation. Multi-country/entity support is on the future roadmap
Local PayrollSupportedSupportedLocal payroll systems are covered at an equivalent level
TalentSupportedBasic supportOracle's Talent features are more extensive
No-Code FlexibilityNot supportedFull support (VEXPLOR key differentiator)Tables/screens/workflows can be modified on the canvas without coding

Compared to ADP

AreaADPVEXPLOR HRWhat This Means for You
PayrollFull support (payroll specialist)SupportedADP is a payroll-specialized solution with advantages in tax filing automation
Tax FilingFull supportBasic supportDifferences exist in electronic withholding tax filing automation
Benefits AdminFull supportSupportedBenefits management is at a comparable level
Manufacturing HRNot supportedFull support (VEXPLOR unmatched)No ADP solution covers manufacturing shop-floor HR including EHS, POP, and shift management

An honest assessment

VEXPLOR HR covers the core requirements of manufacturing HR management with 83 tables and 23 workflows.

Where VEXPLOR HR excels: EHS with 16 tables (the most comprehensive among global HCM products), POP-based unified shop-floor and office worker management, native support for social insurance/year-end settlement/labor standards, cross-solution integration with ERP/MES/EAM/ESG, No-Code-based flexible customization

Areas currently being enhanced: HR Analytics/People Analytics (AI/ML analytics engine not yet implemented), Talent Intelligence (9-Box Grid, Career Pathing, Skills Cloud not yet implemented), reverse payroll calculation/electronic filing automation, multi-country/entity operation not supported, ESS/MSS self-service portal not implemented

Compared to global leaders (SAP SuccessFactors, Workday), there are gaps in HR Analytics and Talent Intelligence. However, manufacturing EHS specialization and No-Code flexibility are strengths unique to VEXPLOR that are difficult to find in global products. How much these differences impact your HR operations depends on your current organizational structure and priority challenges.


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Expected benefits after implementation

Payroll processing time reduction

Pay element allocation, social insurance aggregation, and withholding tax calculation are automated by the system, reducing manual processing time spent on monthly payroll. During year-end settlement season, the workflow systematically distributes the workload.

Statutory working hour compliance management

Weekly working hours are automatically aggregated to identify potential 52-hour violations in advance. This reduces the risk of penalties for labor law violations and enables evidence-based work schedule planning.

Recruitment efficiency improvement

The entire process from workforce planning to onboarding is connected in a single flow, enabling identification of time-to-hire and stage-by-stage bottlenecks. Applicant records and evaluation history accumulate for reference in future hiring.

Performance review credibility improvement

Evaluation criteria, goals, and results are recorded in the system with full audit trails, enhancing transparency. Linking review results to succession planning and development plans allows employees to see their growth paths.

Workplace safety systematization

Risk assessments, safety training, incident reports, and occupational injury statistics managed in a single system provide the foundation for workplace safety compliance. Real-time collection of safety data from the shop floor enables preventive management.

HR data as an organizational asset

Employee information, competency records, certifications, training history, and evaluation results are systematically accumulated. Even when HR staff changes, organizational talent information is preserved without loss, establishing the foundation for data-driven HR decision-making.


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Key feature overview

AreaKey Features
HR CoreEmployee master, competency/certification management, org chart, position history
Time & AttendanceClock-in/out records, leave/annual leave management, shift management, compensatory leave, weekly working hour monitoring
PayrollPay periods/ledgers/slips, element allocation, social insurance settlement, withholding tax, year-end settlement, pay grades
RecruitmentWorkforce planning, job postings, applicant management, interview evaluation, onboarding
TrainingTraining courses, completion records, training plans, LMS integration
PerformanceMBO performance evaluation, 360-degree evaluation, feedback management
Talent ManagementSuccession planning, talent pool, IDP (Individual Development Plan)
OrganizationOrg chart, position management, organizational change workflow
BenefitsBenefit plans, enrollment/claims management, cafeteria-style benefits
SeparationSeverance pay calculation, exit interviews
Safety & HealthRisk assessments, safety training, work permits, incident reports, occupational injury statistics (16 tables)
Labor RelationsGrievance handling, disciplinary management, labor unions, labor-management councils, HR committees

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Real-world usage scenarios

Scenario 1: Monthly payroll processing

When the monthly payroll settlement date arrives, the payroll administrator sets the pay period and initiates processing. The system automatically aggregates working hours and overtime from clock-in/out records for each employee, then calculates payments based on assigned pay elements (base pay, position allowances, meal allowances, transportation allowances, etc.). Social insurance deductions for national pension, health insurance, employment insurance, and workers' compensation are automatically calculated from the rate table, and earned income tax is applied according to the withholding tax rate table. A payroll ledger is generated, and once the administrator completes verification, individual pay slips are issued. The data gathering and verification work that previously took 3-4 days is now handled through consistent procedures within the system.

Scenario 2: Year-end tax settlement

When year-end settlement season arrives, the system sends notifications to all employees. Each employee enters their income/tax deduction materials in the system. Once input is complete, automatic calculation runs, and the payroll administrator verifies the results. If no issues are found, the results are finalized and communicated to each employee. The 6-step workflow (notification, input, calculation, verification, finalization, communication) provides at-a-glance visibility into each stage's progress and immediate identification of employees who have not yet completed their submissions.

Scenario 3: Recruitment process

When a department head submits a staffing request, the HR team cross-references the workforce plan to determine whether to proceed with hiring. For approved positions, job postings are registered and applicants are received. Document screening results, interview scores, and evaluation comments are recorded per applicant. Once the final candidate is selected, the onboarding process — including employee master creation, department assignment, contract issuance, and training schedule notification — is connected. Time-to-hire and stage-by-stage drop-off rates are tracked to identify bottlenecks in the recruitment process.

Scenario 4: Workplace safety incident response

When a safety incident occurs on the shop floor, the floor supervisor immediately registers an incident report through the POP screen. Incident type, location, injury severity, and initial response actions are recorded. The safety team conducts an investigation to analyze root causes and develop recurrence prevention measures. The risk assessment for that work area is updated, and additional safety training is scheduled. The incident is automatically reflected in occupational injury statistics, updating statutory indicators such as frequency rate and severity rate.

Scenario 5: 52-hour working hour management

Weekly working hours are automatically aggregated. When a specific employee's weekly hours reach 48, a first alert is sent; at 50 hours, a second warning is sent to both the employee and their manager. The manager can then redistribute remaining weekly tasks to prevent exceeding the 52-hour limit. Monthly and quarterly working hour statistics help identify departments with chronic overtime, enabling review of staffing additions or workload redistribution.


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Frequently asked questions

Can office workers and shop-floor workers' attendance be managed in a single system?

Yes. Regular schedules for office workers and shift rotations (3-shift, 2-shift, etc.) for shop-floor workers are managed in the same system. Shift patterns can be defined and assigned per employee, and clock-in/out data can be collected via POP terminals, QR codes, NFC, GPS, and other methods. All attendance data feeds into the same payroll calculation pipeline.

Can existing payroll data be migrated?

Existing payroll history (payroll ledgers, pay slips), employee information, and attendance records can be bulk-uploaded in CSV or Excel format. Social insurance enrollment information and withholding tax history can also be migrated. Data mapping and verification processes ensure integrity during migration.

How are performance review results linked to compensation?

Once MBO performance evaluation results are finalized as evaluation grades, they can be used for succession planning candidate assessment, talent pool inclusion/exclusion, and IDP (Individual Development Plan) updates. Direct compensation linkage (such as performance-based pay calculation) is reflected through pay element allocation. Compensation rules by evaluation grade are configured according to the organization's compensation policy.

How can it be used for workplace safety compliance?

Risk assessment records, safety training delivery and completion records, work permit history, incident reports and investigation records, and occupational injury statistics are systematically accumulated in the system. This data can be used as evidence for safety management system establishment and can be immediately extracted when requested by regulatory authorities.

Is multi-language/multi-entity operation possible?

Currently optimized for single domestic entity operation. Multi-country entity operation, local tax compliance, and multi-language UI are on the future roadmap. Domestic multi-site operation can be addressed through org charts and site-specific settings.


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Next steps

The implementation scope can be designed based on which challenge is most urgent: payroll automation, statutory working hour management, or workplace safety systematization. Please share the bottleneck points in your current HR processes and your existing system environment, and we will propose a specific implementation plan.

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