PaySauce announced the launch of PaySimple, a streamlined version of PaySauce payroll software. This product will be free to Kiwi employers until June 30, to support businesses in need of a cloud-based solution in the wake of COVID-19. While running on the same system as PaySauce, PaySimple does not automate banking transactions or Inland Revenue filing, and support will be offered by accountants and bookkeepers. The company has been developed in response to the impact of COVID-19 on employers, as businesses urgently seek cloud solutions in order to keep functioning remotely. The company has worked closely with partners in the small business advisory space to rapidly develop, test and deploy a product that can address this demand and provide a high standard of customer support. The service will be widely launched with support from ASB in reaching small business owners. As a SaaS provider, the company well-positioned to support other businesses. Demand for cloud payroll services has been boosted by the broad introduction of remote working, with features such as mobile timesheets required to replace paper-based or location-specific systems. The current health crisis is proving to be a catalyst to move employers on desktop and manual systems to the security and flexibility of the cloud. The company also largely insulated from reductions in existing customer numbers, with a customer base dominated by agricultural and rural businesses. This industry is expected to remain relatively unaffected due to the essential resources it provides.