In a time when fairness, equity, and transparency are not just values but regulatory imperatives, HR leaders must take proactive steps to ensure that pay practices are both justifiable and future-proof. This presentation explores how technology can empower HR and business leaders to meet the growing demands of pay transparency, drive equity, and comply with new legislation—most notably the EU Pay Transparency Directive. Sysarb, Europe’s all-in-one platform for Pay Transparency and Pay Equity, brings over two decades of experience in supporting public and private organisations in aligning their compensation structures with legal and ethical standards. The session will showcase how automation, analytics, and data-driven insights from platforms like Sysarb can transform the pay review process—from compliance-driven exercises into strategic levers for retention, motivation, and trust. In this session you will learn

• How to leverage technology to automate pay gap analyses and align with the EU Pay Transparency Directive
• How to transform compliance into a strategic advantage with transparent, fair, and motivating compensation framework
• How to empower leaders with real-time insights and tools to communicate and manage pay equity with confidence

• Managers as ambassadors – How can managers take ownership of pay transparency and build trust in salary discussions?
• Directive requirements – Employees have the right to know pay criteria, ranges, and average pay by category. What does this mean for everyday manager–employee conversations?
• Tools for transparency – How dashboards and data (e.g. pay ranges, career paths) can support managers in answering questions confidently.
• From compliance to culture – Moving beyond legal requirements: how can managers make transparency part of company culture?
• Real-life dilemmas – Handling tough situations: explaining pay gaps, addressing employee concerns, and discussing budgets for adjustments.