What Guides Us

As complexity grows, clarity becomes essential.

Sigmia helps complex organizations bring structure to their HR and payroll environments. We connect data, rules and processes so teams can work with greater clarity, stronger governance and a more actionable view of their workforce.

What Sets Us Apart

Why complex organizations choose Sigmia

Large organizations operate with multiple entities, workforce groups, rules, exceptions and systems. Sigmia is built for these realities, combining robust technology, applied intelligence and human expertise to make complexity more structured and manageable.

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    Built for complexity

    Structure demanding HR and payroll environments without forcing your organization into a one-size-fits-all model.

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    Governable AI

    Integrated, contextual and private AI supports teams and processes while keeping human judgment at the centre.

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    One connected platform

    Bring HR and payroll data, rules and processes together to create a more consistent and governable workforce view.

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    A long-term partner

    Our teams support implementation and the ongoing evolution of your environment as organizational requirements change.

Expertise that moves HR forward

Explore perspectives on HR transformation, workforce operations, governance, AI, and the challenges complex organizations are navigating.

Sigmia: The Stats

Proven at organizational scale

  • 30+ years

    More than 30 years of experience: Founded in 1992 as SIGMA-HR, Sigmia brings more than three decades of HRIS expertise to complex organizations.
  • 20+ countries

    Used in more than 20 countries: The solution is deployed internationally across more than 20 countries
  • 0 outsourcing

    Zero outsourcing: 100% of software development is carried out in-house in Montreal, ensuring full control over quality and security.
  • 1,726 trees planted

    Through the Carbone Boréal program, Sigmia has planted 1,726 trees since 2018 to offset CO₂ emissions generated by business travel
Our Journey

More than 30 years supporting organizational change

1992

Founded as SIGMA-HR, now Sigmia.

SIGMA-HR, now Sigmia, is founded in Montréal, Quebec, by a team passionate about innovation in human resources.

1999

European expansion begins

The company begins its European expansion, bringing its HR technology to the French market through local partners.

2004

Paris office opens

The company opens its Paris office, establishing a dedicated presence to support organizations across France and Europe.

2018

Strengthened commitment to the environment

The company strengthens its environmental commitment through the Carbone Boréal program, helping offset emissions from employees’ transatlantic travel through tree planting.

2022

Acquisition of Horasphère (Timesphere)

The company acquires Horasphère, the Saguenay-based developer of Timesphere, adding advanced automated and intelligent workforce scheduling capabilities to its platform.

2024

Acquisition of SOFE

The company acquires SOFE, Berger-Levrault’s payroll and financial management software, strengthening its expertise and presence in Quebec’s municipal sector.

2025-2026

Visionary Tech

The company is recognized as a “Visionary” in the Exaegis Markess Blueprint®, highlighting the platform’s technological capabilities, including no-code configuration and artificial intelligence.

September 2026

SIGMA-HR becomes Sigmia

After more than three decades of innovation in HR technology, SIGMA-HR becomes Sigmia. The new identity reflects the evolution of the company, its platform and its ambitions across Canada and Europe.

    The Organizations We Support

    Complexity takes different forms

    Operational complexity varies by sector. Workforce structures, schedules, regulations, working environments and management requirements all shape how HR needs to operate. Sigmia helps organizations structure these realities and gain a clearer view of their operations.

    • Construction

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      Construction

      Coordinate distributed teams, worksites, schedules and workforce requirements across changing operating conditions.

    • Manufacturing

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      Manufacturing

      Connect workforce planning, time and operational requirements in environments where continuity matters.

    • Healthcare

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      Healthcare

      Support workforce visibility and structured HR operations in demanding, people-critical environments.

    Our Teams

    Human expertise behind every implementation

    Technology alone does not structure a complex HR environment. Our multidisciplinary teams combine HR, operational and technology expertise to support implementation and the ongoing evolution of each organization’s environment.

    • Strategic guidance
    • Structured implementation
    • Ongoing training
    • Human, local support
    Perspectives

    Perspectives digital magazine: Practical insight for complex workforce environments

    Our specialists examine the workforce, governance and technology issues shaping Canadian organizations.