For small business owners, payroll can mean hours spent checking figures, updating spreadsheets and keeping up with Maltese payroll requirements. With Budget 2027 bringing changes that affect payroll, having tools that keep pace can make preparing for the new year easier.Through its partnership with Talexio, GO is helping make the process easier with an HR and payroll platform designed around local needs.When you’re running a small business, there’s already plenty to juggle. Calculating salaries, tracking leave and checking overtime all take time. Bringing employee information and payroll together in one place means less manual work and fewer spreadsheets to manage.Payroll that keeps up with changeTalexio automates payroll calculations, including salaries, tax, Social Security contributions (NI) and other statutory deductions. As supported Maltese payroll rules, rates and calculations change, the platform is updated accordingly. For business owners, that means less time updating formulas and working out deductions manually.When Budget changes affect employees’ pay, these tools help businesses put the relevant adjustments into practice. Talexio helps employers review and apply COLA salary increases, while automated tax and NI calculations help work out the resulting take-home pay.For small businesses without a dedicated payroll team, this reduces repetitive work and the risk of manual calculation errors, making payroll easier to manage as requirements evolve.Less time on payroll, more time for businessEmployee records, leave and payroll can all be managed through one connected platform. Optional Time and Attendance modules also help businesses manage shifts, attendance and overtime, with information feeding into payroll to reduce repeated data entry.For small teams where the owner handles everything from daily operations to employee administration, using Talexio means spending less time on repetitive payroll and admin tasks, freeing up more time to focus on running the business, supporting customers and looking for opportunities to grow.Practical tools for small teamsThrough GO Business Plus, businesses can get Talexio’s HR Essentials, Leave and Payroll package free for the first three months, then €10 per month.GO Business Plus is also available with the first six months free, bringing business connectivity and useful digital tools together through one provider.Want to spend less time on payroll and get your business ready for 2027? Book a consultation with GO to find out how Talexio could work for your team.One trusted partner for all your business needs. •