Making comp cycles faster, cleaner, and more transparent with automated insights and total rewards

Tailscale’s lean HR team needed to move quickly to support a fast-growing, globally distributed organization. With a merit cycle approaching, they partnered with CandorIQ to implement a centralized, automated system that could streamline planning, improve transparency, and eliminate manual work—going live in under two weeks and launching their comp cycle right away.

{{component-statistic}}

About the client

Tailscale is a secure networking platform that makes it easy for teams to connect their devices, services, and infrastructure—no matter where they are.

{{component-info}}

Challenge

Tailscale needed to run a fast, efficient, and accurate merit cycle—without the heavy lift of manual tools and disjointed processes. In past cycles, compensation letters were built manually, often revised up to the last minute, and shared without a consistent system for formatting or delivery. This led to delays, version control issues, and confusion for managers and employees alike. Without a centralized platform, the team was burdened by spreadsheet-heavy workflows and lacked the structure needed to scale comp processes with the company’s growth.

Pain points

  • Manual Comp Letters
  • Disorganized Processes 
  • Slow Turnaround
  • Limited Pay Transparency
  • Manager Confusion

{{component-author}}

Solution

Tailscale partnered with CandorIQ to run its next comp cycle on a clean, automated foundation. Within two weeks, the CandorIQ team configured and launched the platform—integrating with BambooHR, Carta, and Greenhouse—and enabling the team to roll out their comp cycle without delay. With automated workflows, pre-built comp letters, and clear manager guidance, HR could focus on strategy instead of logistics. The result was a faster cycle, happier managers, and employees who finally had full visibility into their pay.

Key features

  • Compensation Cycle Management
  • Automated Compensation Letters
  • HRIS and ATS Integrations (BambooHR, Greenhouse, Carta)
  • Manager Communication Tools
  • People Analytics & Reporting

Results

Faster Compensation Cycles

Reduced setup time from multiple weeks to just 1 day with automation.

Improved Transparency

Employees and managers now receive personalized comp letters with full context.

Reduced Manual Work

Automated comp letters eliminated spreadsheet-based processes.

Stronger Manager Enablement

Managers were equipped with clear, consistent documentation to guide comp conversations.

Quick Implementation

Launched within 2 weeks, fully integrated with BambooHR, Greenhouse, and Carta.

2 Weeks to Launch

Fast implementation with integrations across BambooHR, Carta, and Greenhouse

1 Day vs. 2 Weeks

Automated comp letters replaced a manual, multi-week process

↑ Employee Visibility

Improved transparency into pay and equity with real-time rewards statements

Developer Infrastructure
Industry
200
Employees
Ontario-Based, Distributed Globally
Location
“When we announced we’d be using CandorIQ during an all hands, people literally cheered. Employees love being able to see their equity and understand the full value of their compensation.”
Grace Lin
Grace Lin
SVP of Operations