Business UpdateAug 5, 2026, 04:13 PM
ADP Highlights AI-Powered HCM Strategy; $1.4B R&D Spend
AI Summary
Automatic Data Processing (ADP) detailed its Human Capital Management (HCM) business strategy, emphasizing its leadership in AI-powered solutions and global scale. The company highlighted its significant investment in research and development, totaling $1.405 billion in fiscal year 2026, to drive innovation in its platforms. ADP serves over 1.1 million clients and processes payroll for more than 42 million workers across 140 countries, moving $3.5 trillion in client funds in FY2026. The report also underscored ADP's commitment to responsible AI and its comprehensive suite of services, including the 2025 acquisition of Pequity to enhance talent management offerings.
Key Highlights
- Invested $1.405 billion in research and development for fiscal year 2026.
- Serves over 1.1 million clients globally across 140+ countries and territories.
- Pays over 42 million workers worldwide, including one in six U.S. workers.
- Moved $3.5 trillion in client funds in fiscal year 2026.
- Acquired Pequity in 2025 to expand compensation management solutions.
- Employer Services client retention estimated at approximately 13 years.
- PEO client retention estimated at approximately 6 years.
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