Human Resource Services has begun the process of modernizing NIU’s timekeeping and absence management processes by transitioning to UKG Ready Time and Accrual Manager. The implementation will take place in phases with the first phase implementing UKG Ready Time. UKG is a leading provider of HR, payroll and workforce management solutions.
This move from our current paper-based system to a secure, cloud-based solution is part of our ongoing efforts to improve administrative efficiency across campus. With UKG Ready, employees will have access to a modern, intuitive interface for managing their time and attendance. This new system will automate and streamline the production and maintenance of timesheets and the recording of employee absences, significantly reducing the administrative burden on our timekeepers, administrative support and payroll staff.
Updates will be posted here as the implementation process progresses. We’ll answer frequently asked questions, provide details on previews/demonstrations and training opportunities. We will also provide a mechanism for the campus community to provide feedback and our timeline for full implementation of UKG Ready.
Contact payroll@niu.edu.
In 2021, the university completed its Administrative Efficiency Project. This project identified that time and labor (timekeeping) and absence management as top priorities for enhancing the employee experience.
As part of this effort, the university surveyed employees who regularly work with these processes. The survey results suggested that implementing improvements could save over 15% of each employee's time. These time savings would allow staff to focus more on strategic projects that support students.
The alignment to the university’s strategic goals are:
The overall goals for this project are:
The secondary goals for this project are: