Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc. has been a trusted provider of custom stamps and signage in Fremont, California since 1964. With a small but dedicated team, the company prides itself on fast turnaround times and quality craftsmanship, making efficiency in back-office operations essential.
RUN saves me tons of time. It frees me up to undertake other important tasks critical to my role. One less worry on my plate is a huge relief.
Kathy Davis,
General Manager
Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc.
| Challenge | ADP capability | What we did | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual payroll processing increased administrative burden for a small California manufacturer | RUN Powered by ADP® | Simplifed payroll processing using RUN Powered by ADP® | Reduced payroll processing time and freed the general manager for other critical tasks |
| Tracking PTO, sick time and historical payroll data required significant manual effort | RUN Powered by ADP® with ADP Time & Attendance | Centralized PTO, sick time and payroll history in RUN Powered by ADP® | Made employee time-off and payroll history easier to track |
| Payroll reporting and employee updates were time-consuming to manage | RUN Powered by ADP® | Simplified payroll reporting and employee record edits with built-in RUN tools | Simplified reporting and enabled employee edits without navigating complex menus |
| Workers’ compensation audit workflows created time and cost burden | RUN Powered by ADP® | Connected payroll data with workers’ compensation insurance audit workflows | Saved time and money through easier workers’ compensation audit integration |
THE PROBLEM
Manual processes and complex compliance requirements
Managing payroll while staying compliant with California’s everchanging regulations placed a heavy burden on Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc. Payroll processing was time-intensive, and tracking employee time, benefits and historical records required significant manual effort.
How can a small manufacturer reduce time spent processing payroll?
A small manufacturer can reduce payroll work by centralizing payroll, reporting and employee records in an easy-to-use system. Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc., a California manufacturer with 6–10 employees, used [RUN Powered by ADP] after payroll processing and historical record tracking required significant manual effort. The platform made payroll processing faster and freed General Manager Kathy Davis to focus on other responsibilities critical to her role. For lean manufacturing teams, reducing clicks and consolidating recurring payroll tasks can lower administrative strain without adding back-office staff.
How does payroll software make PTO and sick-time tracking easier?
Payroll software makes PTO and sick-time tracking easier by keeping time-off balances and payroll history accessible in one place. Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc., a small California manufacturer, used RUN Powered by ADP to improve tracking of PTO, sick time and historical payroll information that previously required significant manual effort. The same platform also supported payroll reporting and employee management, reducing the need to maintain separate records. For similarly sized businesses, centralized small business payroll can improve day-to-day visibility and make routine employee questions easier to answer.
How can a small California business manage payroll compliance more efficiently?
A small California business can manage payroll compliance more efficiently by using a centralized payroll platform with built-in compliance support. Fremont Rubber Stamp Co., Inc., a California manufacturing business with 6–10 employees, used RUN Powered by ADP to process payroll while navigating the state’s complex requirements. The company reported trusting ADP’s reliability and timeliness, while the platform reduced the burden associated with payroll administration. For other small California employers with lean teams, an integrated payroll and compliance workflow can make regulatory responsibilities easier to manage consistently.
