HRIS (Human Resources Information System) is the platform that centralises HR data and processes across the employee life cycle — recruitment, hiring, onboarding, performance management, training, succession, exit. It is the digital backbone of the HR function and, ideally, also the canonical source of people data for other systems (Payroll, ERP, security).
Modern HRISs are distinguished from traditional Payroll by a broader focus (Payroll is just one component) and by robust self-service — the employee books leave, updates personal data, checks payslips without going through an administrative intermediary. The reduction in administrative load on HR teams typically frees up 40-60% of the time for more strategic work.
pplPortal by INFOS is a complete HRIS designed for Portuguese companies; it covers all components, integrates with the market's main Payrolls (PHC, Primavera, Sage, Meta4), and meets Portuguese requirements (Social Security, SAF-T PT in related accounting, GDPR). The four modules (Core, Advanced, Evolution, Talent) activate progressively according to the customer's maturity.