Welcome...

... to Umana Canadian Human Resources and Payroll system

To dive in, click on Modules.

Platforms

Umana is available on two platforms

• A desktop (or laptop) computer platform (Windows)
• A Web platform (for phone and tablet or Mac)

The two platforms access the same data base, so they are always in sync with your data.

• Both platforms cache reference tables locally for efficiency, so rules and code might be stale until refreshed.

But they are designed for different users with different needs.

Desktop platform

The (Windows) desktop version is for back-office HR and payroll staff and administrators. It...

• Only runs a Windows computer, or in a browser with a large screen.
• Requires a mouse and large screen. Lets you open multiple windows and view multiple employees at once.
• Is more complex and more powerful. The full power of Umana is here.
• Handles system configuration, rule creation, code creation, troubleshooting.
• Is great for report printing, importing, exporting, analysis, regular HR & Payroll processes.
• Looks "Windows-y"

Web platform

The Web version is for regular employees doing their daily work.

• Only runs in a browser
• Is about one employee – you. The one who signs in.
  (Will handle manager needs in the future.)
• "Responsive" design for smaller screens like tablets and phones
• Easy to use with little training.
• Has limited functionality.
• Looks more "Web-y"

Help pages

Umana is available in both English and French.

This is the English help about the Umana web platform

If you are accessing this from the Umana-web, this help page is opened in new browser tab. To go back to the Umana-web page, just switch browser tabs.

Other HELP links

• The French version of this help
• English Umana – desktop
• French Umana – desktop

Feedback

We are always interested in your comments and suggestions. We need them! They help us make Umana better. Just email us at feedback@umana.ca