What Cottgroup does

CottGroup is a Turkish business services group headquartered in Istanbul that delivers payroll outsourcing, human resources management, business advisory, and related compliance consulting to companies operating in Türkiye. Its client base spans local Turkish enterprises and multinational subsidiaries, which it serves through a combination of managed services and proprietary technology platforms. The group operates as a network of independent legal entities under the CottGroup® brand, with Boss Yönetim Hizmetleri A.Ş. as the primary operating entity and additional members covering IT (Netkey Bilişim), recruitment (Pera Kariyer), HR training (UP İnsan Kaynakları), translation/consulting (EDI Global), and informatics (Ikon Informatics).

The company's technology stack is anchored by two proprietary cloud platforms: Bordromat, a payroll process management system handling fully digitalized payroll calculations and statutory compliance, and Informasoft, a TUBITAK-supported HR management system built by HR practitioners and covering personnel affairs, leave, and HR workflows. CottGroup monetizes primarily through recurring software licensing (Bordromat, Informasoft), subscription-based managed payroll and full HR outsourcing, and professional services such as PEO/EOR/BPO, KVKK/GDPR compliance, labor law and SSI advisory, recruitment, and corporate training. Go-to-market is predominantly sales-led direct enterprise engagement, supplemented by self-serve digital tools (gross-to-net and net-to-gross salary calculators) used for top-of-funnel lead capture. CottGroup is also ADP's local payroll partner in Türkiye, and holds an extensive portfolio of certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 10002, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 22301, and ISAE 3402 Type 2, which underpin its positioning as a compliance-grade provider.

Name

Cottgroup

Legal name

Boss Yönetişim Hizmetleri Anonim Şirketi

Website

https://cottgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CottGroup is an Istanbul-based business services group providing payroll outsourcing, HR management, and compliance consulting to local and multinational companies in Türkiye, delivered through proprietary cloud platforms (Bordromat, Informasoft) and a network of six member companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Payroll Outsourcing & HR Management Services

NAICS

Payroll Services (541214), Professional Employer Organizations (561330), Human Resources Consulting Services (541612), Temporary Help Services (561320), Employment Services (5613)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Help Supply Services (7363)

akta.pro primary industry

Payroll Outsourcing & Pay Administration (Multi-country/Managed Payroll) (BPACAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Global Payroll & Multi-Country Payroll Management (BPACAHAC), Human Capital Management (HCM) & Payroll Platforms (HDAEAEAJ), Recruiting Administration Outsourcing (Recruitment Support, Scheduling, Onboarding Ops) (BPACAKAG), Compensation & Performance Administration Outsourcing (annual cycles, merit, reviews) (BPACAKAL)

Keywords

• Payroll outsourcing
• Human resources consulting
• HR management software
• PEO EOR services
• KVKK GDPR compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Istanbul

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Payroll Outsourcing Services: Managed payroll services for both local and international companies operating in Türkiye, handling all payroll calculations and compliance with Turkish legislation.
2. Full HR Services: Comprehensive human resources support services covering the entire HR function for client organizations.
3. Bordromat Payroll Software Licensing: Licensing and use of Bordromat Payroll Process Management System for automated payroll document handling.
4. Informasoft HRMS Licensing: Cloud-based Human Resources Management System licensing for online HR management, personnel affairs, and annual leave management.
5. PEO/EOR/BPO Services: Professional Employer Organization, Employer of Record, and Business Process Outsourcing services for companies employing workers in Türkiye.
6. KVKK/GDPR Compliance Services: Data protection and privacy compliance consulting services under Turkish and European data protection laws.
7. Corporate Training Services: Specialized training programs on payroll, management of personnel affairs, privacy and security, and personal data protection (GDPR-KVKK).
8. Selection and Placement Services: Recruitment, selection, and placement services for finding and placing suitable candidates in client organizations.
9. Labor Law and SSI Consultancy: Advisory services on Turkish labor law and Social Security Institution regulations and compliance.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CottGroup provides managed payroll outsourcing and end-to-end HR management services for local and multinational companies operating in Türkiye, supported by two proprietary cloud-based platforms — Informasoft (HRMS) and Bordromat (Payroll Process Management). Its offering combines fully digitalized payroll processing with consulting services spanning labor law, social security, KVKK-GDPR compliance, PEO/EOR/BPO, recruitment, and corporate training, delivered under a platform-plus-services model. The company is the local payroll partner of ADP in Türkiye and serves as a one-stop-shop for HR, payroll, and business advisory needs across more than 25 years of consulting experience.

Product overview

CottGroup offers a comprehensive portfolio of HR and payroll solutions consisting of two core software platforms (Bordromat for payroll process management and Informasoft for HR management), supplemented by a full range of consulting services including payroll outsourcing, Full HR support, PEO/EOR/BPO services, KVKK-GDPR compliance, labor law and SSI consultancy, recruitment, and corporate training. The company also provides web-based calculator tools and operates an Egypt Desk for regional expansion support. The offering is structured as a platform-plus-services model where software systems are complemented by managed outsourcing and advisory services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Informasoft®: Cloud-based Human Resources Management System fully compliant with Türkiye's labor law and local legislation, supported by TUBITAK.
• Bordromat®

Products and services

• Payroll Outsourcing Services Full-service payroll outsourcing for companies operating in Türkiye, managing payroll calculations and compliance with applicable legislation for both local and global companies.
• Bordromat Payroll Process Management System Cloud-based payroll process management system handling payroll workflows, employee data management, and statutory compliance for Turkish labor law. Manages payroll document (Bordro) processes for both local and global companies in Türkiye.
• Informasoft Human Resources Management System Cloud-based HR management system fully compliant with Türkiye's labor law and local legislation, supported by TUBITAK, offering self-service features for personnel affairs, annual leave management, and HR processes.
• Full HR Services Comprehensive human resources consulting and support services covering HR strategy, organization, and day-to-day HR operations for client organizations.
• PEO / EOR / BPO Services Professional Employer Organization (PEO), Employer of Record (EOR), and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services for companies hiring or employing workers in Türkiye.
• KVKK / GDPR Compliance Services Data protection and privacy compliance consulting services ensuring adherence to Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including data inventory, retention/destruction policies, breach management, and privacy-by-design.
• Labor Law Consultancy Expert advisory services on Turkish labor law, employment regulations, and workplace compliance requirements.
• SSI Consultancy Social Security Institution (SSI) consulting services for navigating Turkish social security regulations and requirements.
• Selection and Placement Services Recruitment, selection, and placement services for identifying, screening, and placing suitable candidates in client organizations.
• Corporate Training Services Customized training programs covering payroll, personnel affairs management, privacy and security, GDPR-KVKK, and relevant legislation for organizational development.
• Advanced Incentive Management Specialized services for managing employee incentives, bonuses, and performance-based compensation programs.
• Egypt Desk Specialized HR and business consulting services for companies operating in or expanding to Egypt.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ranked 7th among Türkiye-based Consultancy Service Providers and 5th among Türkiye-based HR Management Software developers in Bilişim 500 2024

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ADP (Automatic Data Processing)coreTechnology or IntegrationBoss Yönetişim Hizmetleri A.Ş. is the local payroll partner of ADP in Türkiye. The partnership enables CottGroup to deliver ADP-designed payroll solutions to the Turkish market, leveraging ADP's global HR, Talent, Benefits, Payroll, and Compliance platform while CottGroup provides local expertise, compliance, and implementation support for Turkish clients.
• AccaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCottGroup partners with Accace (part of the Accace Circle network) for advisory and consultancy service collaboration across borders, leveraging mutual expertise in payroll, HR, and business process services.
• British Chamber of Commerce in Türkiye (BCCT)minorOthersCottGroup is a member of the British Chamber of Commerce in Türkiye, supporting business networking and cross-border trade relations between the UK and Türkiye.
• Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia - Istanbul (CCIIST)minorOthersCottGroup is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia - Istanbul, supporting bilateral business relations between Serbia and Türkiye.
• Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM)minorOthersCottGroup is a member of the Turkish Exporters Assembly (Türkiye İhracatçılar Meclisi), the leading foreign trade organization representing Turkish exporters.
• Software Industry Association (YASAD)minorOthersCottGroup is a member of YASAD (Yazılım Sanayicileri Derneği), Türkiye's software industry association, supporting the technology ecosystem and industry standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SD Worx: European-headquartered payroll and HR services provider offering managed payroll outsourcing, HR software, and workforce management across multiple countries. Highly comparable to CottGroup's combined payroll outsourcing + proprietary HCM platform model, especially relevant given their stated interest in cross-border European payroll.
• Zalaris: Nordic- and EMEA-focused payroll and HR outsourcing and software vendor serving multi-country employers. Comparable to CottGroup in offering managed payroll plus proprietary HR/payroll software for clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.
• Accace: European outsourcing and advisory services firm providing payroll, HR, accounting, and compliance services across multiple countries. CottGroup has a documented partnership with Accace, making Accace a direct operational peer in cross-border payroll/HR outsourcing.

Broad incumbents

• ADP (Automatic Data Processing): Global payroll and HR services leader. CottGroup is explicitly ADP's local payroll partner in Türkiye, making ADP both an upstream partner and the most directly comparable global competitor in multinational payroll — overlapping on managed payroll, HCM, and compliance services.
• Workday: Global cloud HCM and financial management platform used by large enterprises. Comparable to Informasoft HRMS in the HCM platform layer and represents a competitive incumbent as Workday extends its payroll ecosystem into EMEA.
• SAP SuccessFactors: Enterprise HCM suite within SAP's broader ERP portfolio. Comparable to CottGroup's Informasoft in the HCM layer and increasingly relevant to multinationals operating in Türkiye that standardize on SAP for HR and payroll.

Emerging players

• Personio: European HR and payroll SaaS platform primarily serving SMB and mid-market employers. Comparable to CottGroup's Informasoft HRMS in targeting the same mid-market segment with cloud-native HR/payroll, though with broader European rather than Turkish specialization.
• Deel: Global Employer of Record and payroll platform enabling companies to hire and pay employees internationally. Comparable to CottGroup's PEO/EOR/BPO services line and increasingly relevant to Türkiye as Deel expands local employer-of-record coverage.
• Remote: Global EOR and international payroll provider competing for multi-country employer mandates. Comparable to CottGroup's PEO/EOR and cross-border payroll services, particularly relevant as Remote expands employer-of-record coverage into Türkiye.
• Ramco Systems: Global payroll and HR software vendor with strong presence in emerging markets and multi-country payroll capability. Comparable to CottGroup's combined managed-services-plus-software model, particularly relevant in markets where statutory compliance complexity favors localized platforms.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/CottGroup

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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