The Sync blog
Insights, tips, and stories to help building financial resilience, simplify saving, and make financial wellness accessible to all.
From perk to priority: why Payroll Savings is the one feature every benefits platform needs in 2025
With financial stress now one of the biggest drivers of disengagement, absenteeism, and turnover, financial wellbeing has shifted from buzzword to boardroom priority. And when it comes to benefits platforms, one feature is moving rapidly from “nice to have” to non-negotiable: payroll savings.
Payroll Savings explained: what it is, how it works, and why it matters
If you’ve ever wondered what a Payroll Savings scheme is, you’re not alone. Conversations about Payroll Savings are on the rise, and for good reason: with financial stress affecting millions across the UK, more employers and employees are turning to Payroll Savings as a simple, effective way to build long-term financial resilience.
In this post, we explain what Payroll Savings actually means, how it works, and how to choose the best approach for your team or yourself.
Sync x Money First Aid: A new chapter in financial wellbeing
At Sync, our mission has always been clear: to help people build financial resilience. And we’re doing that through smart, automated payroll savings. Today, we're excited to announce a partnership that that perfectly aligns with our mission.
We're teaming up with Money First Aid, a leading provider of financial wellbeing training, empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to navigate financial challenges confidently.
Cut costs, simplify admin and improve ROI - the smarter way to deliver payroll-linked benefits
In 2025, the pressure on payroll and benefits teams is real. Inflation, retention risks, tighter budgets, legacy systems… It’s no wonder HR and payroll professionals are rethinking how to deliver meaningful benefits with less complexity and more measurable value.
But there’s good news: the answer doesn’t always lie in costly new platforms or perks. Sometimes, the simplest tools can drive the biggest impact. Enter payroll savings.
Empowering employees during Debt Awareness week: why Payroll Savings matter
Debt Awareness Week is a timely reminder of the financial challenges many people face and an opportunity to explore proactive solutions. At Sync, we believe that building financial resilience through payroll savings is one of the most effective ways to prevent debt and support employee wellbeing.