Work smarter by connecting 6+ new tools: October product updates

See what's new this month.

Oyster Product Updates: October 2023

Hiring around the world should create exciting new opportunities, not slow you down. That’s why we’re excited to bring you 6+ new integrations and the Oyster API to automate workflows across the employment lifecycle. Connect Oyster to your tech stack to save time and effort on routine tasks, so you can focus on the important stuff.

Here’s our roundup for the month:

🧩 Work smarter by automating your HR workflows with out latest integrations
🛠️ Customize Oyster to work for your needs with the Oyster API
📢 More updates that make global hiring a breeze (Scroll to see ’em all!)

New Integrations: Automate workflows across each step of the employment lifecycle

We know that global employment is complex, and it's easy to get lost in the weeds. That's why we're dedicated to simplifying workflows to help you save time, reduce errors, and focus on other high-impact work. With our newest integrations and the Oyster API, you can connect with your everyday tools, customize Oyster to work for your needs, and automate global employment at each step.


What's new?

👥 HRIS Integrations: Ever felt the grind of manually copying candidate info or time-off data between various HR platforms? We get it. That's why we're introducing a smoother solution for syncing your HRIS systems with Oyster. Our new HRIS integrations with Personio, BambooHR, Workday, and Hibob will enable quicker onboarding, easier time off management, and streamlined record keeping, all with minimal effort.

📊 ERP Integrations: Imagine invoices being automatically logged in your ERP tool once approved. Now you can sync invoices seamlessly with your favorite accounting software and keep your books effortlessly up-to-date. Experience the ease of sending payroll data to Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, or Xero with just a click, ensuring accuracy and eliminating manual errors.


💬 Slack: Maximize your efficiency with hassle-free operations on Slack. From handling time-off requests to staying in the loop about vital onboarding milestones and tracking expenses effortlessly, streamline your tasks with ease. All this while enjoying the convenience of your trusted Slack environment.

🔗 Zapier: Connect Oyster with thousands of apps and make global employment a breeze. Simplify global HR tasks like never before. Connect Oyster with 5000+ apps through Zapier and make your processes seamless. Onboard effortlessly, keep records current, and manage time off with ease.


🧾 Expensify: Imagine entering your expenses once and being done. No more waiting for approvals and reimbursements. We've got you covered by automatically pulling your approved expenses from Expensify to Oyster. Say goodbye to paperwork headaches and hello to hassle-free reimbursements.

🏦 Carta: Automatically import equity grants made on Carta into the Oyster platform and ensure your equity grants sync with local regulations. Eliminate redundant data entry, save time, and streamline your equity management process.


Customize Oyster to work for your needs with the Oyster API

Manage your global workforce more efficiently by connecting Oyster with your existing tech stack. With the power of the Oyster API, you can effortlessly automate the transfer of payroll, time off, and expenses data with the tools of your choice. You can also connect seamlessly with your reporting software and much more—all with the Oyster API.  

With the Oyster API you can:

Get a bird’s-eye view of your global workforce: Send data from Oyster to your HRIS, your system of record tool, and internal dashboards and reports to keep all employee and contractor data in one place, whether they’re remote, hybrid, or on-site.
Automate workflows across payroll and time off: Move payroll data from Oyster to your centralized payroll system and connect time off data with your calendar, messaging app, and any time-tracking tools.
View, create, and manage expenses in your expense management software.


What else is new?

🌟 Oyster Talent Network: Finding great talent just got easier! Our partner-powered recruitment solution is designed to help you find the right talent across various roles, skill sets, and locations. Whether you're in search of candidates with specific expertise, looking to fill positions in untapped locations, or striving to create a more diverse workforce, we're here to help. Learn more.

🇮🇹 Automated agreements are available if you’re hiring in Italy: Documents like the Remote Work Schedule, Confidentiality Agreement, and Restrictive Covenants are now generated automatically when you add a new hire in Italy. This is now available in 8+ countries—check availability by country here.

🗣️ Auto-translation is available in 8 languages: When submitting a new hire, you can automatically translate job titles, job descriptions, and your company’s area of business into the local language of your choice. Languages supported: Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German, Polish, Turkish and Romanian.

Can’t wait to see these new features in action? Log into Oyster to try them out yourself!

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Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

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Oyster Team

Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

Oyster's logo - green, oval-shaped letter O

Oyster Team

Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce.

About Oyster

Oyster is a global employment platform designed to enable visionary HR leaders to find, engage, pay, manage, develop, and take care of a thriving distributed workforce. Oyster lets growing companies give valued international team members the experience they deserve, without the usual headaches and expense.

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