February 2026 Release Notes

This release brings significant improvements across Money, Hire, Learn, 1-on-1s, Time Off, Task Scheduling, Reviews, Rota, and more - focusing on automation, compliance, reporting, and user experience enhancements.

Services' - Now Live on Plumm!

Introducing the New 'Services' Module

We’re excited to announce that Plumm has officially launched a brand-new Services feature, now available directly from the Main Navigation on the top-left menu.

The new Services module centralises access to Plumm’s extended managed service offerings, making it easier for organisations to explore and engage with additional support beyond the core platform.

What’s Included?

The Services module is categorised into:

UK Payroll – End-to-end payroll support and managed payroll services
HR – Expert HR advisory and operational support
Wellbeing – Employee wellbeing services and mental health initiatives
Workshops – Professional development and specialist training sessions

Why This Matters

Provides a single, dedicated hub for accessing Plumm’s value-added services
Makes it easier for Admins and decision-makers to explore additional support options
Strengthens the integration between platform capabilities and professional service

Money (Payroll)

Undo Payroll Capability

Payroll can now be reversed to correct errors.
Automatically adjusts FPS and EPS submissions when undone.

Automated Statutory Neonatal Care Pay Calculations

Statutory Neonatal Care Pay (SNCP) is now fully automated within payroll processing.
EPS will automatically have the SNCP details added for that pay run.

Off-Payroll Worker Salary Management

Dedicated salary handling for off-payroll workers (IR35) and contractors.
Ensures accurate classification and reporting.

Net Pay Difference Report

New report highlighting changes in net pay between payroll runs.
Provides detailed insights for any changes made when previous pay runs are unlocked.
Supports payroll validation and auditing.

Updated Finance Reporting Templates

New CSV templates are now available on Plumm that can directly be imported into:
- Xero
- Sage
- QuickBooks
Improves accounting integration and makes the payroll reporting more seamless.

Updated Pension Reporting

Enhanced pension breakdown visibility and compliance support.

Updated Payslip Formats

Enhanced pay slip layout for improved readability and clarity.
Employees paid via timesheets and attendance module will now have clear reporting on payslips.

Enhanced Invoice & Expense Approvals

Streamlined approval workflows directly via
Improved visibility and audit tracking.

Enhanced Payroll Import Function

Improved payroll data import validation for IR35 workers.
Better error handling and structured upload process.

Hire

New Candidate Actions Toolbar

Improved action toolbar for quicker candidate management.

Move Candidates with Custom Scorecards

Candidates retain custom evaluation scorecards when moved between stages.

Enhanced Gmail & Microsoft Teams Integration

Better coordination for interviews and communications.

Pipeline Enhancements

Improved candidate pipeline performance and navigation.

Application Page Fixes

Bug fixes for candidate application submission flows.

Screening & Feedback Improvements

Streamlined screening steps and email functionality across hiring stages.

UI/UX Improvements

General user interface enhancements for smoother candidate and recruiter experience.

Time Off

SNCP Implementation

SNCP logic implemented within Time Off.
Fully integrated with payroll calculations to ensure statutory compliance.

Length of Service – Partial Year Support

Time Off calculations now support partial year service entries.
Provides more accurate leave entitlements for employees with incomplete service years.

Learn (LMS)

Progress Tracking Enhancements

Improved visibility of learner progress and milestones.

Custom Course Improvements

Enhanced flexibility when creating and managing custom courses.

Reporting Improvements

Expanded reporting across courses, learning paths, and content engagement.

UI/UX Enhancements

Refined interface and performance improvements for better trainer and learner experience.

User Management (My People)

Enhanced User Reinstatement

We’ve significantly improved the User Reinstatement workflow to ensure a smoother and more controlled reactivation process for returning employees.

What’s Improved:

Streamlined Reinstatement Flow
A clearer, step-by-step reinstatement process reduces confusion and prevents configuration errors during reactivation.
Preservation of Historical Data
All historical records — including attendance, time off, reviews, documents, payroll data, and learning history — are securely retained and reinstated.

1-on-1s

Attachments in 1-on-1 Meetings

Users and managers can now add attachments while completing a 1-on-1 session.
Upload performance documents, evidence, notes, or supporting files directly within the meeting record.
All attachments are securely stored and accessible for future reference.

Self-ID Based Scheduling

1-on-1 meetings now integrate with the Manager’s and User’s individual self-ID.
Ensures accurate ownership, calendar mapping, and meeting association.
Reduces duplication and improves scheduling clarity.

Task Scheduling

Trigger Tasks Based on Time Off Dates

Tasks can now automatically trigger based on:
- Start date of a Time Off request
- End date of a Time Off request
Ideal for:
- Return-to-work follow-ups
- Coverage handover reminders
- Compliance-related checks
Reduces manual monitoring of leave events.

Trigger Tasks Based on Custom Field Dates

Tasks can now be configured to trigger using custom field date values (e.g., visa expiry, probation end date, certification renewal).
Supports automated HR workflows.
Ensures critical deadlines are never missed.

Dashboard

Upcoming Birthdays Display

Dashboard now shows upcoming employee birthdays.
Encourages engagement and team recognition.

Custom Email Provision for Dashboard Feed

When posting to the Dashboard Feed, Admins can now configure a custom email message to notify users.
Improves clarity and internal communication branding.

Reviews

Full Review Visibility for Managers

Managers can view all relevant reviews while completing their own assessments.
Provides full context for fair evaluation.

Download Review Results

Managers can download review results based on assigned permissions.
Useful for reporting and performance discussions.

Average Score Display

Review forms now display the average score dynamically while completing evaluations.

Rich Text Editor for Questions

Review and Survey questions now support formatted text editing (bold, bullets, structured content).
Improves readability and professional formatting.