Breathe is a cloud-based Human Resources (HR) management platform designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises in the UK. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools to simplify core HR tasks such as employee recordkeeping, absence tracking, performance management, and document handling. By centralising these processes, Breathe reduces administrative load and supports compliance, while helping teams focus on people and productivity.

What are the main features of Breathe?

Employee Data Management

• Centralised storage of employee information, including personal details and employment history

• Self-service portal for staff to manage personal data, request leave, and access documents

Leave and Absence Management

• Intuitive holiday management system with request and approval workflows

• Sickness tracking with reporting tools to identify trends and manage attendance proactively

Performance Management

• Built-in tools for scheduling appraisals and one-to-one check-ins

• Goal-setting functions to align employee objectives with business outcomes

• Recognition features (like Kudos) to promote a positive feedback culture

Document Management

• Secure, cloud-based document repository for contracts, policies, and HR materials

• Read and acknowledgment tracking for compliance and communication purposes

Reporting and Analytics

• Customisable HR reports covering absences, performance, and compliance

• Burnout monitor to flag employees at risk through time-off pattern analysis

Add-On Modules

• Shift planning and attendance tracking via rota tools

• Expense management for employee claims and reimbursements

• Applicant tracking for open roles, applications, and candidate communication

• Learning modules for online employee training and development

Why choose Breathe?

• Built for SMEs: Scalable, affordable, and tailored to the needs of small teams

• Easy to use: Intuitive interface makes it quick to set up and adopt

• Accessible anywhere: Cloud-based, supporting flexible and remote work

• Data secure: ISO27001-certified and GDPR-compliant to ensure privacy and legal compliance

• Supportive ecosystem: Comprehensive help resources and customer support

Breathe is a practical and user-friendly HR solution that empowers UK SMEs to manage their people more effectively, supporting both compliance and employee engagement.