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Payroll Smart Contract Migration Service

Specialized service to securely migrate live payroll systems and associated funds from deprecated or congested networks to new, optimized smart contract environments with zero downtime.
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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, production-ready smart contracts built for your specific business logic.

We architect and deploy custom Solidity and Rust smart contracts that form the foundation of your Web3 application. Our development process is built on security-first principles, utilizing battle-tested patterns from OpenZeppelin and comprehensive audit workflows.

  • End-to-End Development: From initial specification to mainnet deployment and verification.
  • Gas Optimization: Contracts engineered for minimum transaction costs and maximum user savings.
  • Multi-Chain Ready: Deployments on EVM chains (Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum) and Solana.

Deliver a secure, auditable, and performant contract suite in 4-6 weeks, reducing your technical risk and accelerating your go-to-market timeline.

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PROVEN PROCESS

Our Migration Methodology: Engineered for Zero Risk

A systematic, auditable approach to migrating your payroll logic from legacy systems to secure, immutable smart contracts. We guarantee business continuity and data integrity at every stage.

01

Comprehensive Pre-Migration Audit

Deep technical analysis of your existing payroll system, smart contract codebase, and tokenomics. We identify all dependencies, edge cases, and potential vulnerabilities before a single line of new code is written.

Deliverable: Detailed audit report with risk assessment and migration roadmap.

100%
Code Coverage
48 hrs
Report Delivery
02

Deterministic State Migration

Engineered scripts to extract, validate, and map all critical payroll state (balances, vesting schedules, tax withholdings) from your legacy database to the new smart contract storage. Every data point is checksum-verified.

Deliverable: Verifiable state snapshot and migration validation suite.

0
Data Loss
> 99.9%
Accuracy SLA
03

Dual-Run Verification & Sandbox Testing

Execute payroll cycles in parallel: your legacy system and the new smart contracts run simultaneously in a controlled staging environment. We compare outputs transaction-by-transaction to ensure perfect functional parity.

Deliverable: Side-by-side reconciliation reports for full payroll cycles.

1:1
Output Parity
3+ Cycles
Minimum Test Run
04

Phased Go-Live with Emergency Rollback

Controlled, phased deployment starting with a subset of employees or a single payroll component. Every new contract version includes immutable, pre-audited emergency pause and rollback functions, ensuring zero downtime.

Deliverable: Staged deployment plan with defined rollback triggers and procedures.

< 5 min
Rollback Time
0
Service Disruption
05

Post-Migration Monitoring & Support

24/7 monitoring of contract events, gas usage, and exception patterns for 30 days post-launch. Our team provides immediate support for any anomalies, ensuring a smooth transition for your finance and HR teams.

Deliverable: Real-time monitoring dashboard and dedicated support channel.

24/7
Monitoring
30 days
Included Support
06

Formal Verification & Audit Trail

Final migration artifacts include formal verification reports for critical business logic and a complete, immutable audit trail of the entire migration process on-chain, providing regulatory and internal audit readiness.

Deliverable: Verification certificates and permanent on-chain audit log.

100%
Critical Logic Verified
Immutable
Audit Trail
Make an informed decision for your payroll system

In-House vs. Chainscore Migration: Risk & Cost Analysis

A direct comparison of the risks, costs, and outcomes of migrating your payroll smart contracts in-house versus with Chainscore's expert team.

FactorBuild & Migrate In-HouseChainscore Managed Migration

Time to Production

4-9 months

4-8 weeks

Upfront Development Cost

$150K - $400K+

$25K - $75K

Security Audit Requirement

Additional $30K - $100K

Included in package

Team Expertise Needed

Senior Solidity Devs, Auditors, DevOps

Single point of contact

Key Man Risk

High (team turnover, knowledge silos)

Low (institutional knowledge, documented process)

Post-Migration Support

Your team's responsibility (ongoing cost)

Optional SLA with 24/7 monitoring

Regulatory Compliance Review

Your legal team's responsibility

Expert review of payroll logic included

Total Year 1 Cost (Est.)

$200K - $500K+

$50K - $150K

Guaranteed Uptime SLA

Your infrastructure, your risk

99.9% SLA available

Business Outcome

Delayed launch, diverted engineering resources

Faster time-to-market, focused core team

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TANGIBLE ROI

Business Outcomes: Beyond a Simple Contract Move

Our migration service delivers measurable business value, transforming your payroll from a cost center into a strategic asset. We focus on outcomes that impact your bottom line and operational efficiency.

01

Reduced Operational Costs

Automate manual payroll processes to eliminate administrative overhead. Our optimized contracts reduce gas fees by up to 40% compared to legacy implementations, directly lowering your recurring transaction costs.

40%
Avg. Gas Reduction
90%
Process Automation
02

Enhanced Security & Compliance

Migrate to contracts built with the latest OpenZeppelin libraries and audited by industry-leading firms. We ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and implement robust access controls and multi-signature safeguards.

100%
Audit Coverage
Zero
Critical Vulnerabilities
03

Faster, Predictable Payouts

Achieve sub-minute payroll finality on L2s or sidechains, eliminating multi-day bank delays. Provide employees and contractors with real-time visibility into payment status and history.

< 60 sec
Payout Finality
24/7/365
Settlement Availability
04

Scalable Global Infrastructure

Deploy a payroll system that scales seamlessly with your team's growth across borders. Our architecture supports multi-currency payments, automatic tax withholding calculations, and integration with existing HR platforms.

Unlimited
Payee Scalability
10+
Supported Currencies
05

Developer Experience & Ownership

Receive fully documented, modular Solidity code with comprehensive test suites. We ensure you retain full ownership and provide the tools for your team to maintain and extend the system independently.

100%
Code Ownership
95%+
Test Coverage
06

Future-Proof Architecture

Build on a foundation designed for the evolving regulatory and technological landscape. Our modular design allows for easy upgrades, integration of new token standards (ERC-20, ERC-1400), and adaptation to new layer 2 solutions.

< 2 weeks
Avg. Feature Integration
Zero
Vendor Lock-in
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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, audited smart contract development for DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise applications.

We architect and deploy production-grade smart contracts on EVM chains (Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum) and Solana. Our code-first approach ensures security and gas efficiency from day one.

  • Security-First Development: All contracts are built with OpenZeppelin standards and undergo rigorous internal audits before deployment.
  • Full-Stack Integration: We handle the entire lifecycle—from writing Solidity or Rust contracts to frontend integration via ethers.js/web3.js.
  • Measurable Outcomes: Typical projects achieve audit readiness in 3-4 weeks and deploy with >99.9% test coverage.

We don't just write code; we deliver secure, verifiable business logic that your users can trust.

Our process is built for technical leaders:

  • For CTOs: Clear deliverables, milestone-based billing, and ownership of all source code.
  • For Product Teams: Seamless integration with your existing stack and comprehensive documentation.
  • For Scale: Architecture designed for future upgrades and cross-chain compatibility.
Structured Process, Predictable Outcomes

Typical Migration Timeline & Deliverables

A transparent breakdown of our phased migration approach, from initial audit to post-deployment support, ensuring a smooth transition for your payroll system.

Phase & DeliverableStarter (Audit & Code)Professional (Full Migration)Enterprise (Managed Service)

Phase 1: Security & Code Audit

Deliverable: Audit Report & Remediation Plan

Phase 2: Migration Development

Deliverable: Upgraded Solidity Contracts (v0.8+)

Phase 3: Testing & Simulation

Deliverable: Full Test Suite & Mainnet Fork Tests

Phase 4: Deployment & Verification

Deliverable: Live Deployment on Target Chain(s)

Phase 5: Post-Migration Support

1 week

1 month

Ongoing SLA

Support: Incident Response Time

Best Effort

< 24 hours

< 4 hours

Typical Project Timeline

1-2 weeks

3-6 weeks

4-8 weeks

Starting Investment

$8K - $15K

$25K - $60K

Custom Quote

Technical & Commercial Questions

Payroll Migration FAQs

Common questions from CTOs and finance leaders about migrating payroll to smart contracts. Get specific answers on timelines, security, and outcomes.

A standard migration from a legacy system to a secure, audited payroll smart contract takes 2-4 weeks from kickoff to mainnet deployment. This includes requirements analysis, custom development, comprehensive testing, and deployment. Complex multi-chain or multi-currency payroll systems with advanced vesting schedules may extend to 6-8 weeks. We provide a detailed project plan within the first 3 business days.

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