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Greta.Agency

Build a client portal
for HRtech.

Built for HR technology companies and workforce management platforms.

We build client portals that give your clients a clean, branded space for every engagement.

Professional client experienceReduced status update overheadBranded to your agency3–6 weeks
The problem

Why HRtech companies struggle with this.

1

HR workflows that don't fit the assumptions built into generic HRIS tools

2

Sensitive employee data requiring custom access controls and audit trails

3

Recruiting, onboarding, and performance workflows spread across disconnected tools

4

No single view of workforce data for HR teams and managers

The solution

How we build it
for HRtech.

Generic HRIS tools are built for the average company. If your org has unique org structures, custom approval chains, or specific workforce models (contractors, shift workers, remote teams), you'll quickly hit the limits of off-the-shelf software.

HR software needs to handle sensitive employee data, complex policy logic, and workflows that span the entire employee lifecycle from hiring to offboarding.

A branded portal your clients can log into anytime

Structured around your delivery workflow and approval process

Reduces back-and-forth by giving clients visibility and control

Industry context built in — not bolted on

Deliverables

What you get.

01

Branded client-facing portal with secure login

02

Project and deliverable status tracking

03

Document sharing and approval workflows

04

Messaging and notification system

05

Admin controls for your team to manage client views

Use cases

What HRtech companies
build with us.

Applicant tracking systems

Build a hiring pipeline with job postings, candidate tracking, interview scheduling, and offer management.

Employee onboarding tools

Create structured onboarding workflows with task management, document collection, and progress tracking.

HR dashboards and reporting

Give HR teams visibility into headcount, attrition, performance, and workforce metrics.

Process

How we work.

01

Define the client journey

Map what clients need to see, share, and do throughout your engagement.

02

Structure the portal

Design the layout, access levels, and key features for both clients and your team.

03

Build the experience

Develop the portal with branding, permissions, and core collaboration features.

04

Launch with clients

Onboard your first clients and refine based on real usage feedback.

Ready to build a client portal for HRtech?

Typical timeline: 3–6 weeks

About this service

What is Client Portal for HRtech?

Client Portal for HRtech means building a client portal specifically designed around the workflows, compliance expectations, and user needs of HR technology companies and workforce management platforms. Unlike generic software or off-the-shelf tools, a custom-built solution gives your team full control over features, data, and the product roadmap — without paying for capabilities you don't need or working around limitations that slow you down.

HR software needs to handle sensitive employee data, complex policy logic, and workflows that span the entire employee lifecycle from hiring to offboarding.

Why HRtech companies need custom client portal

Generic HRIS tools are built for the average company. If your org has unique org structures, custom approval chains, or specific workforce models (contractors, shift workers, remote teams), you'll quickly hit the limits of off-the-shelf software.

Most HR technology teams start with generic tools because they're fast to deploy. But as the business grows, those tools create friction — missing the specific logic, integrations, and workflows that HR technology operations actually need. A custom-built product eliminates that friction permanently.

How long does it take to build?

Basic HR tools (ATS, onboarding tracker) can ship in 3–5 weeks. Full HRIS with payroll integration takes 8–14 weeks. The timeline depends on scope, the number of user types, and the depth of integrations with existing HR technology systems. A well-scoped project with clear requirements moves significantly faster than one that evolves through the build. We scope tightly before starting so timelines stay predictable.

What does it cost?

HRtech builds typically range from $6k–$30k depending on workflow complexity, integration with payroll systems, and the number of roles and permission levels. The biggest cost drivers are integration complexity, the number of distinct user roles, and whether the product needs to handle regulated data or compliance workflows. We provide a clear scope and fixed-price quote before any work begins.

Custom build vs. off-the-shelf tools

Off-the-shelf tools work well for standard use cases. But HR technology companies often have requirements that generic SaaS tools weren't built for: hr workflows that don't fit the assumptions built into generic hris tools, sensitive employee data requiring custom access controls and audit trails, or workflows that don't fit the assumptions baked into general-purpose platforms.

A custom-built product gives you:

  • Full ownership — no per-seat fees or platform lock-in
  • Workflows built exactly for how HR technology teams operate
  • Integrations with the tools and data sources you already use
  • A foundation you can extend as your product and team grow

The right time to build custom is when generic tools are creating real friction, costing more in workarounds than a custom build would cost, or blocking product-critical workflows that your HR technology business depends on.

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Ready to build
for HRtech?

We build client portals that give your clients a clean, branded space for every engagement. Scoped for HR technology companies and workforce management platforms.