The Payroll Powerlist – Episode 1: Redefining Payroll at Global Scale, with Local Precision

In the first episode of The Payroll Powerlist by Neeyamo, we feature Anne Bernard, Head of People Services at Opella, in a thought-provoking conversation on the evolution of global payroll and the rise of glocal payroll models.

This episode explores how payroll has transitioned from centralized global structures to more localized, compliant, and technology-driven approaches. Anne shares insights on how payroll is managed today and how it is evolving for the future, with a strong focus on payroll technology, modern payroll stacks, automation, and intelligent systems. The conversation highlights how modern organizations balance global governance with local statutory requirements, compliance obligations, fraud prevention, workforce expectations, and operational realities.