How to Use Rippling

Getting started with Rippling

After reading this guide, you'll be able to set up your Rippling account and manage essential HR, IT, and finance tasks from a single platform. You'll learn how to onboard employees efficiently and streamline your workflow.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Visit Rippling's website.
2. Click on the Get Started button located at the top right corner.
3. Fill out the required fields with your name, email, and company details.
4. Choose your plan starting at $8/user/month and proceed to set up your account.
5. Follow the prompts to verify your email and log in to your new Rippling account.

Step 2: Your first employee onboarding

1. Once logged in, navigate to the Employees tab on the left sidebar.
2. Click on the Add Employee button.
3. Enter the new employee's details, including name, email, and start date.
4. Select the necessary benefits and payroll options you wish to assign.
5. Check the box to enable device provisioning if you want to send any equipment automatically.
6. Click Save to complete the onboarding process. Rippling will automatically take care of payroll setup and benefits enrolment.

Step 3: Get better results

1. Explore the Apps section to integrate with tools your team already uses, such as Slack or Zoom.
2. Use the Reports feature under the Analytics tab to track employee performance and engagement metrics.
3. Set up automated reminders for employees to complete their onboarding tasks by going to Settings > Notifications.
4. Regularly update your workflows in the Workflows section to ensure efficiency.

Pro tip

Take advantage of the Templates feature in the Workflows section. This allows you to create standard onboarding processes that can be reused for every new employee, saving you time on repetitive tasks.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid skipping the integration with existing tools. Not connecting your current HR, IT, or finance systems can lead to data discrepancies and wasted time. Make sure to check the Integrations section and set up connections with any essential applications.