Automatic Data Processing Inc., commonly known as ADP, is an American provider of human resources management software and services.
Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP) is a global business outsourcing services provider headquartered in Roseland, N.J. ADP is one of the largest payroll outsourcing providers in the world, and was an early adopter of a cloud computing operating model. According to executives, the vendor cuts paychecks for one in six Americans. The company was founded in 1949 as a payroll processor, but today offers a wide span of outsourcing services, including benefits management, pre-employment background checks, retirement plan services and worker compensation. The vendor also produces software products for functions such as talent management, time and attendance and procure to pay.