Multi-country Payroll (MCP) Solutions PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025

As businesses continue to expand across borders, effectively managing payroll for a globally dispersed workforce has become increasingly complex. Everest Group’s latest research addresses this challenge by thoroughly examining Multi-country Payroll (MCP) solutions, assessing how providers help enterprises ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, efficiency, and enhanced employee experiences. The report provides enterprise leaders, detailed insights into emerging payroll needs, driven by intensified regulatory scrutiny around data privacy (for example, GDPR), increased emphasis on AI ethics, and evolving workplace dynamics including hybrid employment models.

The research explores key developments shaping the MCP landscape, such as AI-powered payroll validations, automation-enhanced reporting tools, smart benchmarking dashboards, and integrated payroll ecosystems built through strategic partnerships. Additionally, the analysis identifies operational differentiation across self-covered frameworks, hybrid models, and aggregator solutions, guiding enterprises on evaluating provider strategies. It also highlights ongoing mergers and acquisitions as providers expand geographic footprints and strengthen technology capabilities to better align with buyer expectations and regulatory environments.

Based on Everest Group’s proprietary methodology, including comprehensive provider RFIs, extensive buyer interviews, operational briefings, and market surveys, this report classifies 28 MCP providers into Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants, offering strategic direction for procurement and HR decision-makers.