ISO 27001 Certified & UK Hosted
We are fully ISO 27001 certified, ensuring that our information security management systems adhere to the strictest international frameworks. When you partner with HFX, your sensitive workforce and payroll data never leaves UK soil. All data is hosted exclusively in secure UK data centres and is controlled directly by our internal engineering teams—giving your organisation complete data sovereignty, zero reliance on outsourced third-party data handlers, and absolute peace of mind regarding UK GDPR compliance.
Flexitime Pioneers & Full Suite Evolution
Originally founded in 1973, HFX quickly established itself as the UK pioneer and market leader in dedicated Flexitime workplace solutions. Over three decades of continuous innovation, we evolved our technology from early time-tracking hardware into a comprehensive, end-to-end workforce management software suite by 2004. This foundational era cemented our reputation for building intuitive tools that empower both employers and staff to manage flexible working arrangements fairly and accurately.
SaaS Cloud Re-Platforming
In 2012, HFX Ltd was acquired by Smart Business Investments Ltd with a strategic, long-term roadmap to re-platform our entire technology stack to a true SaaS Cloud architecture. This transformation significantly increased the breadth and depth of our software while eliminating the burden of on-premise servers and manual upgrades for our clients. Today, Imperago™ stands as one of the most powerful, robust, and quick-to-configure cloud solutions on the market—with zero hidden maintenance costs.
Autotime Acquisition & SME Growth
In 2018, HFX acquired Autotime—a revered UK market leader in Time & Attendance for the SME commercial sector for over 45 years. This milestone acquisition doubled our active customer base overnight and significantly expanded our commercial market footprint. By combining Autotime's decades of commercial workforce expertise with HFX's advanced cloud technology, we strengthened our ability to support organisations of every size and complexity across the UK.
50 Years of Niche Expertise
In 2023, we celebrated our 50th birthday—a rare and significant milestone in the fast-moving technology industry. This half-century track record of continuous success supporting over 500 loyal customers across manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and the public sector has made us true niche experts in workforce management. Our longevity provides both existing and prospective clients with the security and reassurance that we are an established, dependable partner built for the long term.
AdvancedAdvT Growth Chapter
In 2025, HFX entered an exciting new stage on our growth journey following our acquisition by AdvancedAdvT Ltd—a global software solutions provider specialising in workforce management, financial services, and compliance. This strategic partnership enables us to leverage AdvancedAdvT's extensive global resources and deep engineering expertise, accelerating product innovation and further enhancing our competitiveness across the workforce management sector.