--- title: UKG --- [Home](https://www.selecthub.com/) Company UKG # UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) Established in 2020 by the merger of Kronos Incorporated (founded 1977) and Ultimate Software (founded 1990). ## What is UKG? UKG is the outcome of the merger between the two HR technology giants – Ultimate Software and Kronos – in February, 2020, bringing a combined 75 years of experience to the table. With remarkably complementary product lines, the client base of Ultimate for its HCM capabilities and the market reach of Kronos among smaller enterprises, UKG aims at transforming businesses with global HCM as well as offering data-based actionable insights to enhance workforce management. It consolidates talent, payroll, attendance management and more in one people-centered HR suite for businesses. ## UKG Software Products ![UKG Ready](https://www.selecthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/rsz_ukg-ready-e1613677992182.jpg) ### UKG Ready [UKG Ready](https://www.selecthub.com/hr-management-software/ukg-ready/) aims to assist businesses in managing the employee journey from talent acquisition through offboarding. It also offers seamless capabilities for benefits administration, scheduling and attendance management through its core suite. Improved accessibility on any mobile device enhances employee engagement and productivity. UKG Ready also helps reduce the complexity of compliance procedures. Its other capabilities include attestation, timekeeping, performance management, accruals and more. Compensation management is also available as an add-on to the product. ![UKG Pro](https://www.selecthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/rsz_ukg-pro-e1613677960300.jpg) ### UKG Pro [UKG Pro](https://www.selecthub.com/hr-management-software/ukg-pro/) employs a cloud-deployed suite of features for management of human capital at a global scale. The product stands out amongst its competitors for its cost effectiveness, convenience of access, streamlined employee support, knowledge retention and predictive analytics that drive smarter decision-making. It also offers an integration hub, sector-specific learning courses, BI reporting, its InTouch DX timekeeping solution for hourly workforces and more. ![](https://www.selecthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/rsz_ukg-dimensions.jpg) ### UKG Dimensions [UKG Dimensions](https://www.selecthub.com/workforce-management-software/ukg-dimensions/) is built on the Kronos D5 platform and aims to align employee performance with organizational goals. It offers convenient accessibility to work on the fly, matched with an intuitive user interface. For a connected workplace experience, UKG Dimensions provides users with capabilities for timekeeping, scheduling, seamless integration as well as AI-driven insights for critical metrics and KPIs. ## Leadership Aron Ain is the Chairman and Chief Executive Office at UKG, following his position as Kronos CEO from 2005 onward. A well-known name in the field of workforce management and HCM, Ain has been recognized in Glassdoor’s Top CEOs list several consecutive years. As Chief Product Officer at UKG, Jim Welch ensures that all products are up to speed in terms of innovation as well as commitment to excellence. Prior to the merger with Ultimate Software, Jim was the Head of Cloud Operations at Kronos. He is renowned for his strategic efforts and operational insights about modern cloud technology. John Machado brings over 20 years of experience as a leading technologist to his role as Chief Technology Officer at UKG. He supervised the product development and delivery department at Ultimate Software earlier as the Senior Vice President of Development. Known for innovative HCM solutions, he is one of the pioneering technologists in the industry. Visit UKG’s website or social media for more information about their current offerings. 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