Businesses relying on Preceda are facing a significant turning point: the platform will soon be retired. If you are currently utilising Preceda for payroll processing, it is now time to start looking for another provider that will take care of the migration. Undertaking this transition with careful planning will help ensure regulatory compliance, maintain security, and provide peace of mind throughout the process.
E-Payoffice are a reputable local payroll company that have guided numerous organisations through the payroll migration process. Throughout these transitions, we deliver seamless onboarding, robust STP compliance, and award-grade payroll management — all backed by dedicated local support. Here’s why this shift matters, and why E-Payoffice is the ideal destination.
Understanding Preceda’s End-of-Life
What “End-of-Life” (EOL) Means
(EOL) of a payroll system generally means that the software technology is outdated and cannot easily be adapted to today’s legislative framework. Security could also pose an issue in today’s ever- changing environment, which is concerning.
Why Preceda Is Reaching Its End
Several industry forces lie behind this move:
- Legacy architecture — The product is written in older frameworks that aren’t agile enough for today’s rapid STP and legislative updates.
- Vendor consolidation — Ongoing mergers and strategic shifts mean resources are being redirected, leaving older tools unsupported.
- Rising compliance pressures — The ATO requires fast, secure Single Touch Payroll updates; old systems simply cannot keep up.
- Escalating security risks — Without active maintenance, vulnerabilities may go unpatched, threatening data integrity.
Users must act proactively — ideally choosing a modern, ATO-compliant system staffed by qualified experts.
Risks of Staying on Preceda
Continuing to use Preceda puts your business at risk in several ways:
- Compliance failure
When STP phases in future ATO enhancements, Preceda won’t support them. Non-compliance can lead to fines, audit flags, and operational chaos. - Security vulnerabilities
Unsupported software becomes a magnet for hackers — payroll data includes TFN numbers, bank details, payslips, super info… unpatched systems are a liability. - Support drought
There may be limited customer support, you’re on your own if payroll stops running or reports break — giving you no path to resolution.
Loss of historical data
Even if you export data before shutdown, you may lose audit history, award interpretations, and report continuity — impacting future records.
Why Now Is the Time to Move
1. Regulatory Deadlines Loom
PayDay Super is set to launch on 1st July 2026.
2. Security Demands Are Rising
Local data protection laws in Australia now require hosted solutions to meet strong compliance standards, MFA enforcement, encryption — and only actively supported platforms can guarantee them.
3. Payroll Platforms Have Moved On
Today’s payroll isn’t just payslips. Rostering, award management, time & attendance, leave, ESS, reporting, analytics — modern platforms integrate all components into a seamless workflow.
4. Migration More Reliable Today
While some platforms delay transitions until closer to shutdown, E-Payoffice can start onboarding now — smoothly migrating your data and training your team before Preceda goes dark.
Why E-Payoffice Is the Migration Destination of Choice
We understand you would have been on Preceda for some time, and the thought of switching payroll can feel daunting. That’s why our migration path is built around:
✅ Direct STP Integration & ATO Compliance
We’re fully certified by the ATO’s DSP (Digital Service Provider) program, with zero delays in mandatory STP updates. You’ll never have to apply for deferral — we are always on the forefront of changes.
✅ Local, Australian-Based Support you can trust
Our team is right here — not halfway across the globe. With experts available by phone and email, your payroll questions get answered locally by your dedicated payroll specialist – you will never wait days or weeks for an answer
✅ Multi-Factor Security
Your data is protected with cloud security, in-country servers, and enforced MFA — meeting all ATO and Australian data laws with ISO 27001:2013 – Information Security and ISO 9001:2015 – Quality.
✅ Modular & Scalable Payroll Ecosystem
Whether you’re 20 employees or 500, our platform grows with you. We support:
- STP and automated payslips
- Leave, timesheets, payroll journals
- Employee self-service with mobile access
- Regular Scheduled Payment runs and Ad-Hoc runs
- Super calculations and payment
- Rostering & Award Interpretation
You get a unified experience, not a collection of disjointed tools.
✅ Transparent Costs & ROI
With fixed pricing, no hidden fees, and no offshore labour charges, your payroll spend is predictable.
The E-Payoffice Migration Process
Here’s our proven 5-step migration journey:
| Phase | What Happens | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Initial Audit & Planning | We review your Preceda setup — pay runs, award interpretations, leave balances, segmented employee types. We map every data point. | Clear timeline and deliverables down to the day. |
| 2. Data Extraction & Cleansing | You export from Preceda; we validate and clean it — checking for inconsistencies, leave imbalances, and other legislative issues | A clean dataset ready for import. |
| 3. Pilot Payroll Run | We import all data and run a parallel payroll on our system. Outputs are matched and verified together. | Confidence in accuracy before go-live. |
| 4. Staff Training | We train your payroll liaison with practical, hands-on training — how to provide information, read reports, reset passwords, troubleshoot exceptions. | Real-world readiness supported with custom guides. |
| 5. Go-Live & Post-Migration Support | We run your first official payroll; we stay close for follow-ups, audit support, and optimisation. | Smooth transition with no interruption. |
Don’t leave your transition too late, you may find yourself non-compliant, insecure, and unable to meet regulatory demands.
