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MicroHRM — Streamlined HR Software for Small Teams and Startups: Case Study

At DEIENAMI, we understand that early-stage teams and small businesses need smart, simple tools that help them operate efficiently—without the complexity and cost of traditional enterprise software. That’s why we built MicroHRM, a lightweight Human Resource Management System tailored specifically for startups, small teams, and modern organizations operating in hybrid or remote models.

This project was commissioned by a growing business that struggled with disorganized HR workflows, manual tracking, and the lack of a centralized system to manage their expanding team. Our goal was to create a cost-effective, user-friendly, and scalable HR solution that empowers teams to focus on people, not paperwork.

The Challenge

For many early-stage companies, HR processes are often fragmented across spreadsheets, messaging apps, and email threads. This leads to:

  • Inefficient employee onboarding
  • Missed leave requests and poor attendance tracking
  • Unstructured document handling
  • Payroll confusion and compliance issues
  • Lack of visibility into team operations

Our client needed a platform that was easy to adopt, mobile-friendly, and flexible enough to grow with their team.

Our Solution: MicroHRM

We developed MicroHRM—an intuitive, modular HR platform built to support lean and agile teams.

Web Dashboard (ReactJS + Django)

  • Centralized dashboard for HR admins and founders
  • Employee onboarding workflows with document uploads
  • Leave management with approval chains and calendar view
  • Attendance tracking integrated with check-in/check-out system
  • Automated monthly HR summary reports and alerts
  • Role-based access for HR, admins, and employees

Mobile App (Kotlin + Swift)

  • Employee self-service portal to:
    • Mark attendance (remote/hybrid)
    • Apply for leave and view balances
    • Access pay slips and documents
    • Receive notifications on HR updates
  • Manager interface to approve leaves and view team status on the go

Tech Stack & Architecture

LayerTechnology
BackendDjango (Python)
Frontend (Web)React.js
Mobile AppsKotlin (Android), Swift (iOS)
DatabasePostgreSQL
Hosting & InfraAWS EC2 + S3 for doc storage
NotificationsFCM + Email Alerts
SecurityJWT Auth, Role-Based Access Control, Data Encryption

Key Features

  • 🚀 Quick Onboarding: Upload documents, assign roles, and notify teams within minutes
  • 🕒 Time & Attendance: Log work hours, generate reports, and manage flexible work models
  • 📅 Leave Management: Simple leave workflows with holiday calendars and approvals
  • 📄 Document Center: Secure employee document vault with access control
  • 💸 Payroll Scheduling: Custom payroll cycles with deductions, salary slips, and alerts
  • 📊 Insights & Reports: Monthly dashboards with workforce health indicators

Security & Privacy

  • GDPR-ready data handling
  • Document encryption using AES standards
  • AWS S3-secured storage with access policy controls
  • Backend APIs protected with JWT authentication

Results & Impact

  • ✅ Reduced HR operational workload by 80%
  • 📈 Enabled founders to delegate HR without hiring a full-time HR manager
  • 🧘‍♂️ Improved employee satisfaction with transparent processes
  • 📱 100% adoption across team via mobile self-service

Why Choose DEIENAMI?

We don’t just build software—we engineer solutions that grow with you. Our team worked end-to-end on MicroHRM—from product planning and UX/UI to backend logic and deployment—ensuring a secure, scalable, and ready-to-integrate solution for small businesses. We continue to support the client with post-launch updates, feature requests, and deployment support as their team evolves.

If you’re building your team and need HR systems that match your speed, let DEIENAMI help you stay lean and organized.

Rahul Raj
Rahul Raj
https://deienami.com

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