Avanti vs Dayforce

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See how Avanti outperforms Dayforce with a highly configurable payroll and time solution, industry-leading client care, and Canadian payroll expertise.  

See how Avanti compares to Dayforce

Focus on mid-size
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Global company that focuses on large enterprise deals.
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Products and services designed for Canadian mid-size businesses with unique challenges and needs.
Customer support
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Support availability varies based on tier and is outsourced to other countries. Long wait times.
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Dedicated in-house, Canadian support team with industry-leading response times. Extensive self-help and training resources available.
Implementation
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Implementing mid-market clients via third-party outside of Canada. Quick implementation with potential optimization costs down the line.
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Canadian employees implementing Canadian clients. Thorough implementation process - we do it right the first time.
Control and access
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A lot of manual entry required. Inability to adjust errors.
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Get the flexibility and control you need with in-house payroll.
Reporting
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Many out-of-the-box reports, but there are extra fees to build custom reports.
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Over 175 standard reports available, plus free custom reports.
Customizations and configurability
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Focus on configurability over customization. Some fields are non-negotiable and cannot be customized.
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Your customizations are our priority during implementation for a successful experience.

Features for people & payroll in Canada

Simplify your work and support your team backed by our full suite of powerful HCM tools and Canadian payroll expertise.

Trusted by 300+ Canadian Companies

Customer Support with Avanti vs Dayforce

Our payroll certified Client Care team is in-house, in Canada, and always on-hand to help you navigate, troubleshoot, and advise on anything from configuration changes to report creation.

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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
Their customer service is amazing. Everyone helps with a smile. Never need to break my head on anything, because I always call or email and get a quick response.
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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
My experience with Avanti has been excellent - from software training, to using it and the after implementation client support.
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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
The Avanti customer service team is wonderful and is there for us at any time we need them.
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Reporting with Avanti vs Dayforce

In Avanti, all your employee data is at your fingertips. You’re in the driver’s seat with our powerful Report Designer, which includes over 175 standard reports available, plus free custom reports.

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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
I love the versatility of making this payroll program customized to our company's needs. The reporting is exceptional and customer service is responsive, friendly, and always gives results in a timely fashion.
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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
I like everything about it. It can do so much! I like that I can report on pretty much anything. Payroll is easy to process and the client support is excellent.
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Implementation with Avanti vs Dayforce

With Avanti, your go-live process is in good hands. The Avanti Implementation Team has years of processing and implementation experience in the Canadian payroll industry. From day one, we ensure your transition to Avanti is efficient, educational, and rewarding. No questions left unanswered. No problems unresolved.

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Customer Support with Avanti vs Ceridian
It's a lot of work to get to the 'go live' day as it is so customized, but that time is so worth the effort to enjoy the end product.
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Achieve more, doing less

Conquer your workforce challenges with an HCM partner that has the experience, technology, and unwavering support to help transform the way you work.

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Unrivalled Client Care

We’re here to help build your confidence, solve problems, and make your day.
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Canadian expertise

Don’t sweat compliance. We can help with 40 years of experience in Canadian legislation.
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Faster payroll

Your payroll, your rules. Process payroll faster and as often as you need, with no extra fees.
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Deeper insights

Make impactful business decisions faster with reporting tools that will wow you.

Make the switch from Dayforce to Avanti

You’re one step closer to powerful payroll and happier workdays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your time is precious, let’s save you a few clicks. Here are some of our most asked questions.

Where can I find Avanti pricing?
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Fill out the form above to speak with an Avanti product expert and learn more about our affordable per-month, per-employee pricing.

How does your price compare to Dayforce?
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Avanti is sold as modules rather than bundles. Our flexible per-month, per-employee pricing is designed to scale with your organization as it grows. There are no expensive add-ons or additional fees for customization, like custom reports.

Does Avanti have a mobile app?
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Yes, our mobile app Avanti GO is available for Android and iOS. Employees can easily access their pay statements, see their schedules, swap shifts, and clock in and out.

Does Avanti have time clocks?
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Yes, Avanti has several time clock options available, including physical clocks and web punch. Our Implementation Team will help you find the right clock to meet your needs when configuring your system.

Can I use Avanti while away from my office?
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Yes, you can securely access the administrator portal through Remote Desktop (RDP) from any laptop or workstation. You can also access our self-service tools, ASSP and Avanti Go, while on the go.

Is my data safe in the cloud?
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Yes. As a SaaS provider, Avanti Software takes your security seriously. This dedication is reflected in everything we do – from our people and processes to our data centres and product security. As an Avanti client, you can rely on us to protect your data and operational security at every step. For more information, learn more about our security practices here or review our privacy policy.

Can I migrate my data from Dayforce to Avanti?
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Yes, data can be migrated from any payroll vendor. Our Implementation team will work with you to identify when and what data you will need to request from your vendor. Once requested, you will typically receive the data in Excel or CSV files. Once you have the data, you will populate it into Avanti's conversion templates so our team can import your employee profile and YTD payroll data.

Is Avanti better than Dayforce?
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We like to think so. There are many HCM solutions out there, but if you’re a mid-size Canadian organization, Avanti is your best bet.

We specialize in Canadian payroll and HR for mid-size businesses. We have 40+ years of experience and our in-house Canadian payroll experts are here to help you with any issues you may encounter.

We understand the unique needs of mid-size organizations. You don’t have the same resources as a large enterprise, which is why we invest so much time and energy into delivering exceptional products and service. Our Implementation Team sets you up for success from day one and our Client Care team is known for quick response times and friendly service.

Can I get a demo of Avanti?
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Absolutely! Fill out the form on this page to book a demo with a product expert and a member of our team will be in touch shortly. Don’t have time for a live demo? Check out our on-demand demo here.