Standardising Global HR with Oracle HCM Suite
A prominent global research laboratory with 1,000+ experts across the US, UK, and Australia transformed dispersed HR operations into a unified Oracle Cloud HCM platform following the acquisition of a major business.
The Challenge
Following a major acquisition, the laboratory faced several intertwined challenges: attracting and retaining scientific talent, managing a dispersed global workforce, ensuring compliance across multiple regions, and navigating complex payroll and benefits administration.
The combined organisation needed a single HR platform capable of supporting global research operations across the US, UK, and Australia — without disrupting the science.
The Solution
The company chose Oracle HCM Suite and partnered with PCL for implementation, applying PCL's Global HCM Deployment Approach, PCL Global Payroll, and PCL Global Benefits.
Modules implemented:
- Oracle Cloud HCM Core HR
- Recruitment
- Onboarding
- Talent & Workforce Management
- Learning & Development
- Performance Management
- Personnel Administration & Case Management
- Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Document Management & Knowledge Management
The Results
Unified global platform
Single source of truth for HR operations across three continents.
Enhanced research management
Seamless Oracle module integration improved research project workflows.
Better data analysis
Connected modules unlocked workforce insights across global research operations.
Regulatory compliance
Multi-region compliance handled within a single platform.
HR process consistency
Recruiting, onboarding, performance, and learning standardised across geographies.
On time, on budget
Project completed within budget and timeline.
"Collaborating with PCL and Oracle was a pivotal turning point for our company. Our partnership has revolutionised our research capabilities and allowed us to consistently deliver exceptional results."
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