Case Study: The Hillman Group achieves streamlined compensation and an engaged, connected workforce with Dayforce

The hardware distributor uses Dayforce to streamline compensation and engage its dispersed workforce

The Hillman Group, a family-owned hardware distributor supplying thousands of SKUs across North America, faced fragmented systems after years of growth by acquisition and a dispersed workforce of 3,600 employees (1,500 hourly). Inconsistent processes, duplicate systems, limited computer access for many frontline workers, and difficulty recruiting, engaging and retaining staff made it hard to manage scheduling, payroll, performance and compensation efficiently.

By implementing Dayforce as a single HR and payroll platform, Hillman centralized time and attendance, recruiting, onboarding, performance and compensation. The solution delivered mobile access for hourly staff, faster hiring and onboarding, unified performance-to-pay cycles (completed in under a month), clearer manager visibility, fewer errors, and standardized HR processes—providing analytics and a scalable foundation for continued growth and improved employee experience.

The Hillman Group

Colin Kunath

Senior Manager of Payroll