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As the COVID-19 pandemic loomed at the start of 2020, Ultimate Software and Kronos were in the midst of a transformation: The two announced their intention to merge into one unified provider of HR and workplace management solutions in February. UKG expanded its benefits coverage beyond what either company had previously offered, setting the groundwork for UKG’s approach to the pandemic. “They have made it clear that taking care of our families first is the No. 1 priority,” one staffer notes—from maintaining a policy of unlimited time off, to running a virtual summer camp for the children of employees. 
 
Updated, Sept. 1, 2021: Results are based on Great Place to Work® Certification™ for 2020. UKG acquired Great Place to Work on Sept. 1, 2021 and will be ineligible for rankings which consider Certification in 2021 and beyond.

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Updated, Sept. 1, 2021: Results are based on Great Place to Work® Certification™ for 2020. UKG acquired Great Place to Work on Sept. 1, 2021 and will be ineligible for rankings which consider Certification in 2021 and beyond.

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“The work life balance offered by management is great - they understand that life happens, and employees have responsibilities outside of the office that require attention. They are very flexible in letting employees cater to these needs when needed.” 
 
 
 
Updated, Sept. 1, 2021: Results are based on Great Place to Work® Certification™ for 2020. UKG acquired Great Place to Work on Sept. 1, 2021 and will be ineligible for rankings which consider Certification in 2021 and beyond.

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Non-discrimination policy includes sexual orientation

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College tuition reimbursement

Student loan debt repayment

Medical facility at all locations

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UKG is an HR software company that provides payroll and workforce management technology platforms and research. The company was founded in 2020 through the merger of Ultimate Software and Kronos. UKG’s technology is used by more than 80,000 organizations globally. In 2021 UKG acquired Great Place to Work, a research company that has compiled and provides 30 years of data on workplace culture. Great Place to Work is the data partner for Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For and the Best Workplaces <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fortune.com/great-place-to-work-rankings/">lists</a>.

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UKG is an HR software company that provides payroll and workforce management technology platforms and research. The company was founded in 2020 through the merger of Ultimate Software and Kronos. UKG’s technology is used by more than 80,000 organizations globally. In 2021 UKG acquired Great Place to Work, a research company that has compiled and provides 30 years of data on workplace culture. Great Place to Work is the data partner for Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For and the Best Workplaces lists.

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