UAE Attendance Software: Which Platform Survives the 2027 Compliance Crunch?

Your fingerprint scanner might be a legal liability. The UAE's Personal Data Protection Law kicks in on January 1, 2027 — and if you're running biometric time-and-attendance systems, the clock is ticking. In this episode, we break down the three compliance pillars every UAE employer needs to nail before that deadline: WPS payroll file generation, MOHRE audit readiness, and PDPL biometric data rules. We compare four AI-powered platforms — Truein, Bayzat, ZenHR, and HONO — and lay out exactly which one fits your company size and workforce type. From hardware-free face recognition for construction sites to Arabic-first leave automation for the GCC, each platform takes a different approach. But not all of them can generate the Salary Information Files your payroll depends on. We also cover a compliance gap most HR teams miss: biometric attendance consent and AI screening consent are two completely separate things under UAE law. Bundling them into one form is a regulatory risk. Know where your stack stands before an inspector arrives.